North and South Korea both test missiles as tensions rise
South Korea says it conducted its first underwater-launched ballistic missile test, hours after North fired missiles.
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Haiti crisis deepens after prime minister sacks prosecutor
Removal came hours after Prime Minister Ariel Henry was named a suspect in the assassination of the country's president.
Californians vote to keep Democratic governor Gavin Newsom
With more than 60 percent of the votes tallied, TV networks said two thirds of voters opposed recall.
Ninth time lucky? Hopes for decision in Jakarta filthy air case
Citizens who brought landmark pollution case hope judges will deliver verdict when they sit again on Thursday.
US general called China over fears Trump could order war: Report
New book reveals information of the last months of Trump's presidency including General Milley's two calls to Beijing.
Taiwan lands fighters on highway as annual war games reach peak
President Tsai praises combat skills and training, saying they demonstrate confidence in defending island's airspace.
China’s UK ambassador banned from parliament over sanctions
Zheng Zeguang was due to speak at an event on Wednesday, but speakers said it was 'inappropriate'' for him to attend.
Thailand: Migrants plead for vaccines as COVID takes lives, jobs
Workers living on the Thai-Myanmar border say latest COVID-19 surge is putting their lives and livelihoods in jeopardy.
Greece probes crash that killed witness in Netanyahu trial
Former Israeli communications ministry official was expected to testify on allegations ex-PM bribed company.
Taliban broke promises on rights: Outgoing Afghan envoy to UN
Andisha says 'women’s rights are disappearing from the landscape' and accuses the group of 'widespread atrocities'.
Israel, Egypt leaders meet to de-escalate Gaza tensions
Talks focused on Egypt’s efforts to maintain calm in the occupied Palestinian territories and support for Gaza.
Qatar refuses ‘responsibility’ for Kabul airport without Taliban
Qatar's foreign minister says the status of Kabul airport operations is still being negotiated with parties involved.
Hong Kong to create more national security offences
Security secretary says officials working on legislation that would define new crimes such as espionage.
Tata Sons considers historic revamp of its leadership: Report
It plans to create the role of a CEO, overseen by the chairman, a job held for now by N Chandrasekaran.
Norway election winners start coalition talks with climate focus
Centre-left opposition parties enter discussions day after they beat the incumbent Conservatives.
US to place conditions on fraction of aid to Egypt: US media
US to withhold $130m, less than half of $300m targeted by Congress and fraction of $1.3bn in overall security aid.
Climate change could displace 216 million by 2050: Report
World Bank warns 'climate migrants' will be in the tens of millions in three decades even if urgent action is taken.
Is Russia’s defence chief emerging as Putin’s possible successor?
Putin is still pondering the idea of another term, but as he approaches 70, bets are being placed on Sergey Shoigu.
‘Why are you out?’: Afghan women journalists recall Taliban sweep
Female journalists who fled the country tell Al Jazeera they were left with no choice amid fears of Taliban persecution.
Fears for Palestinian hunger strikers protesting imprisonment
Palestinian prisoners plan mass hunger strike in support of rearrested escapees, abysmal jail conditions.