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Hundreds are hiding underneath the Azot factory in the besieged city as Russia refuses to negotiate troops' passage.
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Tanzania signs natural gas deal with Equinor and Shell
Agreement marks significant step forward in Tanzania's efforts to export part of its vast offshore gas deposits.
Minibus bomb attack kills four in Afghan capital: Police
Bombing have increased recently in Afghanistan, as the Taliban marks almost a year since seizing power in August 2021.
Can MENA countries fight climate change the same way?
With Egypt’s COP27 six months away, experts are calling attention to the MENA region’s transition to clean energy.
UN urges ‘immediate’ halt to cross-border clashes in eastern DRC
The call comes amid new tensions and clashes between the DR Congo and Rwanda.
US fund apologises for role in racist Tuskegee syphilis study
Starting in 1932, medical workers in Alabama withheld treatment from unsuspecting Black men infected with syphilis.
Ukraine’s EU membership decision by next week, chief says
EU is finalising an assessment on whether to recommend Ukraine for membership that will be announced next week.
Casualty warnings as Russia said to use deadlier weapons in war
Moscow reportedly using older, deadlier missiles in fierce fighting for control of eastern Ukraine.
Thousands rally in US against gun violence after Uvalde massacre
Demonstrators protested in cities across the US to demand stricter gun control laws after spate of mass shootings.
‘Heavy’ damage to Damascus airport confirmed after Israeli attack
Syria's transport ministry says runways at Damascus International Airport remain out of service after missile strike.
India police crack down on protests against Prophet remarks
Two teenagers killed in Ranchi, Jharkhand state, as police fire shots to quell protests against insulting comments.
US: Gasoline average price tops $5 per gallon in historic first
The average price for regular unleaded petrol rose to $5.004 a gallon on Saturday from $4.986 a day earlier, AAA says.
Iran, Venezuela sign 20-year cooperation plan during Maduro visit
Iranian and Venezuelan leaders praise 'incredible resistance against threats and sanctions by enemies and imperialism'.
Prince Charles slams UK plan to send refugees to Rwanda: Reports
British media says Charles called UK's Rwanda asylum scheme 'appalling' and worries it will affect Commonwealth summit.
Australia agrees payout to end France submarine spat
Canberra to pay $584m to French submarine maker ending dispute that soured relation between the two countries.
Fighting between rival militias rocks Libya’s capital Tripoli
The intense fighting involved two influential militias aligned to rival prime ministers vying for power.
Investigation into Abu Akleh’s killing progressing, but slowly
One month has passed since Israeli forces killed journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, but accountability remains elusive.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 108
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 108th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Turkey’s ‘culture war’: Anger grows as string of events cancelled
As AK Party-run cities and districts cancel events, critics say the gov't is waging a 'culture war' ahead of elections.
Bolivian ex-President Anez jailed for 10 years for mounting coup
Ex-President Jeanine Anez found guilty of orchestrating a coup that brought her to power in 2019.