India journalist Ayyub faces ‘judicial harassment’: UN experts
India dubs the allegations 'baseless and unwarranted' after experts say Rana Ayyub subjected to relentless attacks.
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Thousands rally in Sudan against military coup
Demonstrators protest for the release of dozens of jailed people after the military took over in October.
Rouble, stocks sink as Putin recognises Ukraine breakaway regions
No Russian assets were left unscathed, with the rouble slipping past 80 against the US dollar.
‘Catastrophe’ in Argentina as wildfires burn farms and wildlife
After a scorching heatwave, rain brings hope to firefighters, people battling wildfires across Argentina's north.
US Navy plans launch of Middle East drone force with allies
Drone force using artificial intelligence could be operational by 2023 to put more 'eyes and ears on the water'.
Oil jumps as tensions mount over Ukraine
West Texas Intermediate traded near $94 a barrel and Brent climbed near $96 on Monday.
Trudeau defends use of emergency powers to end Ottawa occupation
Canadian prime minister says Emergencies Act 'necessary' to disperse anti-government protesters who occupied capital.
Russia’s Putin considers recognising Ukraine breakaway regions
Vladimir Putin says he will decide today whether to recognise self-declared republics in eastern Ukraine as independent.
Ukraine says airspace safe as more airlines cancel flights
Several European carriers have suspended service to the country as tensions build with Russia.
Trump’s Truth Social launches in App Store with many waitlisted
Many users reported either having trouble registering for an account or were added to a waitlist.
Indian ‘doctor’ conman arrested after marrying more than 18 women
Investigators believe Bibhu Prakash Swain married more than 18 times and conned across India over a period of 20 years.
Malcolm X on racism, capitalism and Islam
On the 57th anniversary of Malcolm X's assassination, we look at some of the activist's most memorable quotes.
‘Important opportunity’: Myanmar Rohingya genocide case to resume
Experts say unease over military representatives appearing should not detract from securing justice for Rohingya.
Biden and Putin agree ‘in principle’ summit amid Ukraine tensions
Meeting brokered by French President Emmanuel Macron will take place providing Russia does not invade Ukraine.
Roiling China, rapped in Malaysia: Namewee says goal is harmony
Notorious rapper, actor and filmmaker says his latest film project is supposed to bring people together.
Vladimir Putin: Diplomacy over Ukraine crisis must ‘intensify’
Russian president reiterated the need for NATO to take Moscow's demands for security guarantees seriously to avoid war.
Russia and Belarus extend military drills amid Ukraine tensions
The stay of Russian troops draws Western concerns with Blinken saying it is a sign of an imminent invasion of Ukraine.
Nigeria air attack kills children in Niger: Official
The attack took place in the village of Nachade in the region of Maradi, wounding five others, local governor says.
Israel PM: New Iran nuclear deal coming ‘shortly’ will be ‘weak’
Naftali Bennett criticises a potential agreement being negotiated in talks between Tehran and world powers in Vienna.
Nepal police fire tear gas to disperse protest over US aid grant
The police action comes as the $500m grant bill tabled in parliament, which critics say undermines Nepali sovereignty.