Syria: Fragile truce holds in Deraa as peace talks resume
Talks to finalise a deal between the Syrian government and rebels in Deraa province have repeatedly faltered.
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Who is Alpha Conde, Guinea’s toppled president?
Critics argue that the 83-year-old leader worked for decades to restore democracy, but once in power, he undermined it.
Brazil’s Bolsonaro seeks big turnout on national day
Slumping in the polls, Bolsonaro hopes to energise base as threat of violence between supporters and opponents looms.
Six Palestinians escape from high-security prison in Israel
Israeli police launch search after six Palestinians managed to break out from Gilboa prison overnight through a tunnel.
Dozens killed in northeast DR Congo by suspected ADF rebels
The attack occurred in the Ituri region on Saturday, officials said, as the restive region sees rise in deadly attacks.
Many Guineans celebrate as soldiers seize power
President Conde, in power for more than a decade, saw his popularity plummet since he sought a third term last year.
Taliban claims victory in Panjshir as it calls to end war: Live
The group's spokesman says it has taken control of the last holdout province, but opposition forces vow to fight.
‘Modi gov’t anti-farmer’: Thousands rally against India farm laws
Farmers vow to remain defiant against the government over controversial laws they say will destroy their livelihoods.
Former US army sniper kills four, including baby, in Florida
The attacker, who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, also wounded an 11-year-old girl with seven gunshots.
Canadians mark 1,000 days since Spavor, Kovrig’s China detention
Beijing slams 'gross interference' by Canada as US expresses support for Canadians held in China amid Huawei dispute.
Reports of Guinea unrest send aluminium prices to 10-year high
Guinea is a key supplier of bauxite, aluminiums raw material, markets are concerned about potential supply disruptions.
Guinea coup: Military arrests president, dissolves government
Special forces troops say they dissolved the constitution and shut the country's land and air borders.
Google locks Afghan gov’t emails to keep from Taliban: Report
Gov't databases, emails could give details on employees of the former administration, contractors, allies, Reuters said.
Taiwan says 19 Chinese military aircraft entered its airspace
Incursion included bombers and fighters, according to Taiwan, and was largest since June.
Coal’s future is ‘assured’ says Australia in response to UN
UN climate envoy urged Australia to phase out coal, saying climate change will dramatically damage its economy.
Hong Kong’s Apple Daily publisher to liquidate company
Jailed tycoon Jimmy Lai's newspaper was shut in June after a police raid to probe breach of a new national security law.
Taliban claims ‘complete capture’ of Afghanistan’s Panjshir
Taliban says it's in control of Panjshir held by resistance forces, but opposition forces say fight will continue.
Saadi Gaddafi: Son of former Libya leader freed from jail
Media reports say Saadi Gaddafi departed on a plane to Istanbul immediately after his release.
India probes late Kashmir separatist’s family under terror law
Geelani's family booked under UAPA for allegedly raising anti-India slogans and wrapping his body in Pakistani flag.
Malaysia fishermen in last-ditch bid to stop Penang reclamation
Fishermen to appeal to central government over Penang state's plan to create three artificial islets off coast.