Central African Republic: Six soldiers killed in rebel attack
The attack is the latest in the mineral-rich Central African Republic which has been mired in violence since 2013.
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Former US Marine killed fighting in Ukraine: Family
Willy Joseph Cancel, 22, had joined a private military contractor to fight in Ukraine alongside other volunteers.
Appeals court considers paving way for Purdue Pharma deal
At issue is whether a bankruptcy court judge can grant the Sackler family protection from civil lawsuits.
Searching for solutions in Madagascar’s hunger-struck south
Local residents are trying to make the population more resilient during prolonged periods of food shortage.
Afghanistan: At least 10 killed in explosion at Kabul mosque
Dozens of Afghan civilians have been killed in recent weeks in blasts, some of which have been claimed by the ISIL (ISIS) group.
‘Colossal uncertainty’: Russia surprises with bigger rate cut
Central bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina at a news conference said price stability remains 'our unconditional priority'.
Vira Hyrych: Radio Liberty Ukrainian journalist killed in Kyiv
Vira Hyrych is among more than 20 media workers who have been killed in Ukraine since Russia's invasion began.
EU’s border chief offers to resign over migrant pushback claims
Forcing would-be refugees away from a border is considered a violation of international refugee protection agreements.
US reports first human case of H5N1 bird flu
The case comes amid concerns that a continuing outbreak among US birds could lead to more human infections.
ISIL attacks warn of a re-emergence in northeast Syria
An attack on a Ramadan iftar on Wednesday was the latest to be blamed on ISIL in Syria's northeast.
Libya is losing $60m a day in oil shutdown: Oil minister
Oil is the lifeblood of the North African country trying to move past a decade of conflict.
Musk sells $8.5bn worth of Tesla stock days after Twitter deal
The Tesla CEO offloaded 9.4 million shares this week, according to regulatory filings.
Infographic: How expensive are everyday items in Nigeria?
Since 2016, the Nigerian economy, Africa's largest, has suffered two recessions; prices of necessities have soared.
Ukraine war fails to nudge neutral Switzerland closer to NATO
While Finland and Sweden appear keen on membership, there is little support for joining the alliance in Bern.
More than 3,000 lost at sea trying to reach Europe in 2021: UN
Global refugee agency warns of 'alarming' rise in losses as figure for last year nearly doubles from 2020.
Quds Day: Iran officials warn Israel, vow to support Palestine
Mass rallies held in Tehran and elsewhere across Iran in annual showcase of solidarity with Palestinians.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy invited to G20 summit to be attended by Putin
Indonesian president Joko Widodo says both leaders were invited to event, suggesting a compromise was reached.
Palestinians cross Israeli checkpoints for Ramadan Aqsa prayers
Tens of thousands of Palestinians in the West Bank entered Jerusalem to pray at al-Aqsa Mosque this year.
‘Hottest summer ever’: Many Indian states under ‘severe’ heatwave
Heatwaves have killed over 6,500 people in India since 2010 and scientists say climate change is making them harsher.
Taliban supreme leader urges world to recognise ‘Islamic Emirate’
Haibatullah Akhunzada calls on the international community to recognise the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan.