COVID-19: Biden pleads ‘wear a mask’ ahead of ‘very dark winter’
Biden says he is taking a leadership role in efforts against the coronavirus until he assumes office in January 2021.
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Donald Trump fires US Defense Secretary Mark Esper
The US president announced on Twitter that Christopher Miller will be acting secretary of defense starting immediately.
Qatar, Singapore natural gas deal will detail carbon emissions
The natural gas industry is under increasing pressure to reduce emissions in the fight against climate change.
G20 urged to hold Saudi Arabia accountable for abuses
By hosting G20 summit, Saudi Arabia is attempting to whitewash its abuses, Human Rights Watch says.
Azerbaijan says it shot down a Russian helicopter by accident
Russia says two servicemen killed as military helicopter shot down in Armenia near border with Azerbaijan.
Evo Morales returns to Bolivia from exile in Argentina
Thousands of cheering and flag-waving supporters welcomed Morales in Bolivia a year after he was removed from power.
Kosovo ex-president Thaci denies war crimes in Hague court
Hashim Thaci pleads not guilty to war crimes charges as he appears for first time at special international court.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy tests positive for COVID-19
Announcement comes as authorities mull introduction of lockdown at weekends in an effort to prevent coronavirus spread.
Ethnic Armenians confirm loss of Shusha to Azeri forces
Spokesman for Nagorno-Karabakh leader says Azeri troops were in control of disputed region's second-biggest city.
US elections: What you need to know in 500 words
Biden is moving ahead with plans to take the White House in January, while Trump gears up for a legal fight.
Ivory Coast Constitutional Council confirms Ouattara re-election
Despite opposition objections, President Alassane Ouattara's win of a third term officially validated.
Critics decry Magufuli’s ‘unprecedented’ win, rivals’ elimination
Allegations of widespread rigging, violence and intimidation during polls call into question veracity of results.
Biden vows science-based pandemic response: Live news
After briefing from newly-launched coronavirus task force, president-elect lays out plan for when he takes office.
EU OKs tariffs on US goods but hopes for better Biden relations
The EU gives go-ahead on $4bn of US goods and services in Boeing-Airbus subsidy spat.
Taiwan not invited to WHO meeting despite COVID-19 success
Lobbying for participation as observer unsuccessful despite island's success in preventing disease's spread.
Taiwan fears loss in US support as Trump booted from office
While controversial abroad, Trump drew support in Taiwan thanks to his tough stance on China.
Maduro hopes to resume ‘decent’ dialogue with US after Biden win
US has led international pressure to force Venezuela's leader from power, backing rival Guaido and imposing sanctions.
Locked out: Stranded Australians call foul over COVID-19 cap
Experts question legality of measure designed to curb virus spread, as thousands are left stranded overseas.
President-elect Biden gets to work on plans to govern divided US
President Donald Trump and top Republican legislators have yet to acknowledge Joe Biden's election victory.
Saudi Arabia eventually congratulates Biden on US election win
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman offers congratulations more than 24 hours after Biden defeated Donald Trump.