Ukraine-Russia talks offer glimmer of hope in fifth week of war
Ukraine has offered a detailed proposal for neutrality, but both sides are pressing their advantages on the ground.
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Zimbabwe repossessing unused land from Black farmers
Land reforms in the early 2000s were meant to readdress colonial legacies but elite citizens ended up benefitting more.
Russia hits Kyiv outskirts, Chernihiv despite pledge to pull back
The intensified bombardment comes a day after Moscow said it would scale down military operations in the cities.
Analysis: Palestinian ‘individual attacks’ expected to rise
In an surge not witnessed in years, Palestinians carry out three attacks killing 11 Israelis in just more than a week.
Outrage as Indian journalist stopped from boarding London flight
Rana Ayyub stopped at Mumbai airport while flying to Europe to speak about intimidation of journalists in the country.
UK judges quit Hong Kong’s top court over China’s security law
The British government announces the withdrawal of its judges over opposition to China's national security law.
NASA Vande Hei, Russian Shkaplerov, Dubrov ready to land on Earth
Russian Soyuz capsule carrying Mark Vande Hei, Anton Shkaplerov and Pyotr Dubrov is scheduled to land in Kazakhstan.
China holds multinational meetings to discuss Afghanistan
Representatives from regional countries plus Extended Troika to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.
Ukraine war: Why is Roman Abramovich trying to broker peace?
The Russian billionaire's role in negotiations surprised some, but observers say Abramovich is a skilled middleman.
Climate disasters rising faster in MENA than any other region
Data from the past century shows temperatures in the region have risen by 1.5°C - twice the global increase.
Pakistani teacher killed for alleged blasphemy: Police
Teacher at all-girls religious school allegedly killed by female colleague and two students in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Gas supply crisis fears grow as Germany triggers ‘early warning’
First step under emergency gas plan activated as Germany prepares for potential cut-off over refusal to pay in roubles.
Gas supply: What will happen if Russia turns off taps to Germany?
Europe's largest economy declares 'early warning' of a possible emergency amid concerns over supplies from Russia.
Photos: The Bangladesh town offering new life to climate migrants
Mongla, once vulnerable to floods and river erosion, now more resilient with improved infrastructure against high tides.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events, day 35
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 35th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Eight killed as UN helicopter crashes in eastern DRC
Six Pakistanis, Russian and Serbian peacekeepers die as chopper crashes during reconnaissance mission in North Kivu.
‘Not naive’: Ukraine questions Russian pledge to reduce attacks
Peace talks are expected to resume as Ukraine and the West warn Moscow may be preparing a major offensive.
Turkey, a mediator in Ukraine, mends its own ties with neighbours
As Turkey struggles economically, the government has decided to resurrect its 'zero problems with neighbours' policy.
Lavrov on first China visit since Russian invasion of Ukraine
Russian foreign minister is in China - a key ally in Moscow's war in Ukraine - for talks on Afghanistan.
Saudi-led coalition in Yemen announces Ramadan truce
Coalition says it will halt military action during Muslim fasting month, amid United Nations efforts to end crisis.