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Lebanon central banker probed in money laundering investigation
The investigation centres around money laundering and embezzling public funds in Lebanon between 2002 and 2021.
As international travel opens up, Indians spend lavishly
India expects local traffic to exceed pre-pandemic levels of 415,000 daily fliers within a year.
Sri Lanka seeks another $1bn from India: Report
New credit line will be used for imports of essential items such as rice, wheat flour, pulses, sugar & medicine.
Zimbabwean opposition wins majority seats in by-elections
Saturday's polls were seen as a preview of the 2023 elections when the opposition hopes to dislodge ZANU-PF from power.
El Salvador declares state of emergency after gang killings
The measures come after 62 homicides were reported on Saturday, making it the most violent day in nearly 30 years.
US, Philippines kick off their largest-ever military drills
Nearly 9,000 Filipino and US soldiers will take part in the 12-day joint military drills, signalling deepening of ties.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events, day 33
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 33rd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Ukraine insists on ‘territorial integrity’ before Russia talks
In advance of peace talks in Turkey, Zelenskyy says Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity remains a priority.
Kim Jong Un pledges to build up North Korea’s attack capability
North Korean leader says his country will develop more 'powerful strike means', days after the launch of Hwasong-17.
Patriarch Kirill: Putin ally faces backlash after ‘blessing’ war
Pope and several priests appeal to the Russian Orthodox Church leader after he endorsed the Ukraine invasion.
Oscars 2022: ‘CODA’ wins prize for best picture
The win for deaf family drama 'CODA' marks the first time a streaming service took Hollywood's biggest prize.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Moscow cool on Putin-Zelenskyy talks
Foreign minister dismisses possibility of top-level talks as Ukraine pauses civilian evacuations.
Zelenskyy says willing to discuss Russia’s neutrality demand
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's remarks come ahead of a new round of in-person Russia-Ukraine talks.
Gunmen kill two people in central Israel attack
Israeli police say they killed two assailants that had carried out a deadly shooting in the central city of Hadera.
Russia plans a ‘Korean scenario’ for Ukraine: Intelligence chief
Ukraine's military intelligence chief says Russia will try to divide Ukraine into two separate regions.
Malta elections: Ruling Labour party claims victory
Opposition party concedes defeat as Prime Minister Robert Abela secures his first mandate.
US has no strategy of ‘regime change’ in Russia, Blinken says
US officials seek to defuse tensions a day after President Biden said that Putin 'cannot remain in power'.
China: Shanghai to lock down for testing as COVID surges
The financial hub of 26 million people has become a testing ground for China's 'zero-COVID' policy.
Thousands rally in Pakistani capital as pressure grows on PM Khan
Rival pro-government and opposition supporters descend on Islamabad ahead of a no-confidence motion on Imran Khan.