Russian focus on ‘liberating’ Donbas hints at shift in strategy
Ukrainian resistance may mean that Russia is changing its strategy to more limited goals and focusing on Donbas.
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Ukraine war: Is Central Asia loosening ties with Russia?
After Uzbekistan's unexpected pro-Ukraine statement, analysts say traditional regional dynamics could be shifting.
Zimbabwe: By-elections to provide ‘hint of what is to come’ in 2023
Saturday's parliamentary and local government by-elections a hint of what to expect in next year's presidential polls.
US consumer sentiment remains at decade low as inflation bites
Americans are facing decades-high inflation, prompting the Fed to raise rates last week for the first time since 2018.
Hundreds of Kosovo Serbs rally to get votes in Serbia’s election
Ethnic Serbs in Kosovo protest in Mitrovica and Gracanica to be allowed to vote in neighbouring Serbia on April 3.
Israel to host US, Arab diplomats in ‘Abraham Accords’ summit
Meetings will include US Secretary of State Blinken, diplomats from Arab states that have normalised ties with Israel.
Irish foreign minister evacuated from Belfast event for security
A suspicious device was discovered in a hijacked van in the car park of the venue where Simon Coveney was on stage.
Germany to halve imports of Russian oil by summer
Economy minister lays out measures to boost energy independence for Europe's economic powerhouse.
US, G7 freeze Russian gold amid Ukraine war: All you need to know
The restrictions aim to limit the country's ability to use its international reserves and circumvent sanctions.
Russian author Akunin: Putin sees Ukraine as a threat to his rule
Detective fiction novelist Boris Akunin on the war, the cancellation of Russian culture, and a post-Putin future.
Pakistan: Opposition’s no-confidence motion against Khan delayed
Parliament's speaker adjourns no-confidence motion in PM Khan, provoking accusations he is buying time for ex-cricketer.
Will Ukraine war revitalise coal – world’s dirtiest fossil fuel?
Coal demand began surging in 2021 as gas prices rose, an effect intensified by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Central African Republic: Five dead after rebel attack
The attack comes as national reconciliation talks began this week with neither the opposition nor rebels in attendance.
Sri Lankan papers run out of newsprint as economic crisis worsens
Upali Newspapers says their English-language daily and its sister Sinhalese version will only be available online.
India: Amnesty calls denial of bail to Muslim activist ‘big blow’
Rights group slams India's repeated denial of bail to Umar Khalid who is accused of 'conspiracy' behind the Delhi riots.
US, EU announce plan to reduce European reliance on Russian gas
New joint task force to work on slashing the bloc's dependence on Russian fossil fuels.
Ethiopia: Tigrayan fighters agree to ‘cessation of hostilities’
The Tigray People's Liberation Front has agreed to the Ethiopian government's call for a humanitarian truce.
NATO, G7, EU raise stakes for Russia, pledge new aid for Ukraine
West promises more aid for Ukraine, but pledges fall short of Kyiv's calls for a no-fly zone, an embargo on Russian oil.
EU negotiators agree landmark law to curb US big tech giants
The 'Digital Markets Act' is designed to protect consumers and give rivals a better chance to survive.
‘Starting over’: FGM clinic gives hope to traumatised Egyptians
Restore is Egypt’s first health centre that offers treatment for survivors of female genital mutilation.