Burkina Faso army warns ex-officials in talks over transition
Ruling military in Burkina Faso warns ex-ministers not to leave country during talks over potential return to democracy.
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Saudi-led coalition announces probe into Yemen prison attack
Dozens of people were killed in an air raid on a prison in Saada, northern Yemen, last week.
Ukraine faces enormous military odds against Russia
But Russia – and many experts – insist an armed invasion is not the intention.
Brent oil hits $91 a barrel as Ukraine worries persist
The rally in crude prices comes as the global economy contends with soaring inflation.
Tata regains Air India control after years of taxpayer bailouts
The deal, India’s first major privatisation in nearly two decades, is a big victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ukraine crisis: From Belarus to Japan, where do countries stand?
A look at how world powers are responding to the rapidly escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
US teacher arrested in Russia for ‘large-scale’ drug smuggling
Authorities say 'carefully disguised' marijuana and cannabis oil found in Marc Fogel's luggage in a Moscow airport.
Ukraine crisis: Russians hope for peace as the world talks of war
While some Russians believe the West is aggravating the situation, most want an urgent diplomatic resolution.
Germany puts Russian scientist on trial for space tech espionage
German prosecutors say the accused shared information about Europe's Ariane space rocket programme to Moscow.
Earthquake strikes off Tonga’s coast days after volcanic eruption
Magnitude 6.2 quake hits almost two weeks after Tonga was devastated by a volcanic eruption and tsunami.
‘A joke’: Germany mocked over plan to send helmets to Ukraine
Ukrainian officials bemoan Berlin's offer, saying weapons are needed rather than protective gear.
Oman women demand ‘equal partnership’ as divorce rates rise
More than 3,800 divorces were filed in 2021 in the Gulf nation, a rise of 12% compared with a year earlier.
Yemen civilians bear the brunt of escalating Houthi-UAE conflict
The United Nations says January will likely mark the highest number of civilian casualties in Yemen in one month.
EU files a WTO case against China for targeting Lithuania
Beijing responds harshly to the move, which the EU says because China is targeting Lithuania over its stance on Taiwan.
Tesla posts record earnings, sees supply chain issues ahead
Shares of the electric vehicle company fell 2.7 percent in after-hours trading.
Prince Andrew seeking jury trial in US sex abuse case
Britain's Prince Andrew denies accusations that he sexually abused Virginia Giuffre over 20 years ago when she was 17.
US and NATO deliver responses to Russian demands over Ukraine
US rules out ending NATO's eastward expansion, but says it is open to discussing arms control measures with Russia.
US stocks erase gains on hawkish Powell signals
The S&P 500 fell after rallying more than two percent earlier Wednesday.
Hondurans concerned legislative crisis threatens new government
Xiomara Castro, a left-wing leader, is due to be sworn in on Thursday to become the country's first female president.
UN chief calls on Taliban to uphold women’s rights
Antonio Guterres also warned that 'Afghanistan is hanging by a thread' as millions are struggling to survive.