South Africa’s police minister promises to clamp down on illegal mining
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Senzo Mchunu says they don't know how many people remain trapped in Stilfontein mine.
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Restored Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris unveiled after 2019 fire
Macron inspects results of 700-million-euro restoration, including 19th-century Gothic spire returned to former glory.
‘Most dangerous stage’: The view from Russia as Ukraine war escalates
Officials rage at the West for allowing Ukraine to attack deep within Russia as fears simmer on the streets.
UK MPs face crucial vote on divisive assisted dying bill
Many politicians are still undecided on whether the terminally ill should be allowed to end their lives.
Iran plans to install 6,000 centrifuges to enrich uranium, IAEA says
UN nuclear watchdog's report comes as Iran prepares to hold talks with European nations over its nuclear programme.
Ireland votes in close-run election dominated by housing crisis
Polls show centre-right incumbents Fine Gael and Fianna Fail running neck and neck with leftist-nationalist Sinn Fein.
China jails journalist for seven years on espionage charges
Dong Yuyu, a former editor at Guangming Daily, was arrested in 2022 while having lunch with a Japanese diplomat.
Lebanon’s displaced wrestle with grief and despair as they return home
Lebanon's displaced families are relieved the war with Israel is over and are now picking up the pieces of their lives.
Chad ends military cooperation with France
As Sahel nations move closer to Russia, Chad's top diplomat says country is 'very jealous of its sovereignty'.
Which countries recognise Palestine in 2024?
The State of Palestine is recognised as a sovereign nation by 146 countries, representing 75 percent of UN members.
Canada sues Google alleging anti-competitive conduct in advertising
The antitrust watchdog wants Google to sell two ad tech tools and is seeking a penalty as well.
Venezuela approves bill targeting domestic supporters of US sanctions
Assembly passes law that would ban officials who support international sanctions from holding office for up to 60 years.
Rain and protest dampen Macy’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade in New York
Police arrested 21 protesters after they unfurled a banner in the middle of the parade route to protest the war in Gaza.
On second day of truce, Israel and Lebanon trade accusations of violations
Israeli military says it fired on people in southern Lebanon who were violating the Hezbollah ceasefire agreement.
At least 42 Palestinians killed as Israel ramps up bombing in central Gaza
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says conditions for reaching a ceasefire in Gaza have improved.
Canada to boost border security amid Trump tariff threat: What to know
Rights advocates urge Canada to push back against US president-elect's 'inflamed, bullying narrative about the border'.
UK and Iraq sign security deal to curb people smuggling
British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says countries must work more closely to tackle people smuggling.
Georgia to suspend EU accession talks until 2028
PM announces suspension after the European Parliament adopted a resolution rejecting the results of Georgia's election.
Lebanese see hope and beauty ahead in fragile ceasefire
Although the truce between Israel and Hezbollah is fragile, people in Lebanon are celebrating it.
Australia passes legislation banning under-16s from social media
Social media companies that do not enforce the ban could receive fines of up to AUS$50 million (US$32.5m).