Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near
Rights office says the violence could hinder 'exercise of political rights' ahead of May vote to replace Gustavo Petro.
Category Archives: News
Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election
Right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro faces new scrutiny over a film funding scandal, which could affect the race.
In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
Taiwan says it will maintain 'status quo' and deepen ties with the US after Trump meets with China's Xi Jinping.
DRC health minister warns ‘very high’ Ebola lethality rate as toll hits 80
Africa CDC concerned that outbreak of Bundibugyo strain could spread rapidly due to intense population movement.
Palestinian President Abbas casts vote in decisive Fatah elections
Internal Fatah leadership elections take place amid questions of who will eventually succeed the 90-year-old leader.
UK ex-health minister says will run to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer
Pressure mounts on Starmer's government, as Labour rivals including recently resigned Wes Streeting circle.
Sudanese army captures key town near Ethiopian border from RSF
Sudan’s army says it retook a vital town in southeastern Blue Nile state and inflicted heavy losses on the RSF.
Hamas confirms killing of Qassam Brigades leader in Israeli attack
Israel targeted Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the head of Hamas's armed wing in Gaza, in an attack that killed seven others.
Abu-Bilal al-Minuki: ISIL’s shadow commander in West Africa
Nigeria and the US say 'key' ISIL leader was killed in joint military operation in Borno state.
Iran warns of readiness for war and economic costs as US talks falter
Iranian leaders and TV have ramped up pressure on the US with a stream of messaging to domestic and foreign audiences.
How Thomas Massie came to represent Republican dissent in age of Trump
Massie is locked in a tight congressional primary race in Kentucky against a fellow Republican endorsed by US president.
Israeli army kills Palestinian man, raids homes in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces killed a 34-year-old man in Jenin Camp, the Palestinian health ministry said.
Tens of thousands march in London in far-right and pro-Palestine protests
British capital sees heightened security as right wing rally takes place at the same time as Nakba Day march.
Ultra-Orthodox conscription dispute pushes Israeli government to brink
Israeli government faces collapse as coalition parties clash over military draft exemptions for Haredi constituents.
At least eight killed, 35 injured as train hits bus in Bangkok
A train crashed into a public bus near an airport rail link station in Bangkok's city centre, Thai media report.
Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon continue despite ‘ceasefire’ extension
Despite Lebanon and Israel extending the ceasefire deal for another 45 days, Israel continues to bomb Lebanon.
Israeli settler blindfolds and detains Palestinian in occupied West Bank
An armed Israeli settler blindfolded and detained a Palestinian man in the occupied West Bank.
Iran war live: Lebanon, Israel extend truce; Tehran ready for more US talks
Lebanon's Ministry of Health said Israeli attacks have killed 2,951 people since March 2, with at least 8,988 wounded.
Mahmoud Khalil calls for deportation to be halted in light of new evidence
Lawyers say new evidence suggests Trump admin 'engineered' outcome of case against pro-Palestine Columbia student.
Seven killed in Gaza on Nakba Day as Israel says it targets Hamas member
Three women and a child among civilians killed in Israel's latest attacks on Gaza City.