Israeli blockade on Gaza eases, but residents are not hopeful
Although Israel lifted some restrictions, economic analysts say the moves will not lead to real development.
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US marks 20th anniversary of 9/11
President Joe Biden said the United States must come together and lead the world by example.
Tunisia president indicates plans to amend constitution
Kais Saied says 2014 charter is 'not eternal' and can be amended within existing constitutional means.
Japan, Vietnam sign defence transfer deal amid China worries
Tokyo says new deal elevates Japan-Vietnam defence partnership to a 'new level'.
Japan’s vaccines minister leads poll on LDP leadership race
Poll by Nikkei and TV Tokyo shows Taro Kono leading opinion poll on who should succeed Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.
FBI releases newly declassified record on September 11 attacks
Document offers no evidence the Saudi government was complicit in the September 11, 2001 attacks.
Iraq’s Erbil airport targeted in drone attack: Kurdish officials
No reports of casualties in attack on airport in northern Iraq, which serves as base for US-led coalition forces.
Haiti PM rejects ‘diversionary tactics’ in Moise killing probe
Ariel Henry was asked to come in for questioning next week as part of investigation into president's July assassination.
Venice Film Festival: L’Evenement wins Golden Lion
Drama wowed viewers with portrayal of woman desperate to arrange termination in 1960s, when it could mean jail or death.
Canada election: Experts urge ‘bolder’ action amid climate crisis
Nearly a fifth of Canadians say climate change is top election issue. Are political parties taking it seriously enough?
Uncertainty in Guinea after military coup removes Alpha Conde
The coup leaders have promised a government of national unity to lead transition to civilian rule, but questions remain.
Yemen gov’t says Houthis hit Red Sea aid port
There has been no claim of responsibility for the attack on the al-Makha port on Yemen’s western coast.
Abimael Guzman, head of Peruvian rebel group Shining Path, dies
Imprisoned rebel leader, who had been ill in recent months, died at the age of 86.
DR Congo president seeks review of mining contracts with China
Democratic Republic of the Congo is seeking what it says is a fairer share of its vast mineral wealth.
US honours 9/11 dead on 20th anniversary of attacks
Commemoration ceremonies held across country to remember nearly 3,000 victims of September 11, 2001 attacks.
Attack on Turkish troops in Syria kills two soldiers
Three other soldiers were wounded in an attack targeting Turkish forces in Idlib province.
Why is Guantanamo Bay prison still open 20 years after 9/11?
The fate of 39 detainees still being held rests with US President Joe Biden, who has pledged to close the prison.
Video shows last US Afghan attack may have targeted aid worker
An NYT investigation shows the US may have targeted Kabul resident Ezmarai Ahmadi and several children.
Muslim man spent 15 years in prison after post-9/11 crackdown
Yassin Aref was a victim of post-9/11 Islamophobia and a controversial arrest by the FBI that led to 15 years in jail.
How Muslim Americans pushed for political prominence post-9/11
US Muslims are voting, running for office and organising - forging their own path - despite bigotry, activists say.