Twin blasts kill at least nine in northern Afghanistan
The victims of the attack were travelling home to break their dawn-to-dusk Ramadan fast.
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In worsening gang fighting in Haiti, 20 dead, thousands displaced
The increased violence comes as gangs tighten grip on the island following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
Happy meal? McDonald’s price hikes offset woes in Russia, China
Some consumers may be choosing cheaper menu items or ordering less but demand is still strong, the fast food giant said.
S Korean activist claims 1 million anti-North leaflets launched
Group floated 20 huge balloons carrying leaflets critical of North Korea’s nuclear programme and the Kim family dynasty.
Brazil probe violated ex-President Lula’s rights, UN panel finds
UN Human Rights Committee says former left-wing leader's right to a fair trial was violated in Brazil corruption probe.
Moderna seeks US authorisation for vaccine in children under six
Trial included 4,200 children aged two to six years and 2,500 babies aged six months to two years.
Europe struggles for clarity on Russian roubles-for-gas demand
EU states are attempting to maintain Russian gas supplies without violating sanctions against Moscow.
Yemen: Saudi Arabia to release 163 Houthi prisoners
Saudi officials say the move is aimed at solidifying a two-month truce that went into effect in early April.
Owner of Manchester City helps usher more Russian tycoons to UAE
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the UEA's deputy prime minister and a powerful member of the royal family.
‘Unacceptable provocation’: Greece-Turkey spar over airspace
Greece and Turkey, NATO allies, are still at odds over a host of issues such as maritime rights, airspace, and Cyprus.
Turkish military operation causes controversy, division in Iraq
A Turkish military operation was launched against PKK fighters in northern Iraq last week, but Baghdad is not happy.
UN boss tours destroyed Ukrainian towns ahead of Zelenskyy talks
Antonio Guterres's visit to Ukraine comes after holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
Russia will threaten Finland after NATO application: ex-PM Stubb
Alexander Stubb, who has long backed NATO membership, speaks to Al Jazeera about Helsinki's decision to join alliance.
Somalia: Parliament elects new speaker after security standoff
A power struggle between the prime minister and president has contributed to the delayed election process in Somalia.
Mexico ‘crime scene’ skulls turn out to be from 900 AD
When Mexican police found a pile of about 150 skulls in a cave in 2012, they thought they were looking at a crime scene.
Pilot smoking cigarette caused 2016 EgyptAir crash: Report
66 people died in the 2016 crash, which Egyptian authorities initially blamed on terrorism.
Photos: Sri Lanka trade unions strike asking president to resign
With transport brought to a halt and most offices and schools closed, life comes to a standstill in crisis-hit island.
Germany’s Uniper to pay for Russian gas via Russia bank account
This offers some countries a loophole to keep buying Russian gas against Western currencies.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 64
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 64th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Turkey’s Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia as relations warm
Meeting will be culmination of months of efforts to mend ties, as Turkey seeks to alleviate its economic woes.