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Deadly Israeli strike shatters sense of ‘safety’ in remote north Lebanon
The villagers of Ain Yaaqoub spent days identifying charred remains. They fear Israel was targeting displaced people.
Biden dismisses journalist’s question on reaching deal for Gaza captives
As US president's term ends, repeated attempts to secure a ceasefire and end Israel's war have not yielded results.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns in abuse fallout: All to know
Welby is accused of not taking sufficient action to stop one of the Church of England's most prolific serial abusers.
What do we know about the North Korean troops joining Russia’s war?
Soldiers from the isolated communist state have no experience in modern warfare and a lot to learn on the battlefield.
Somaliland goes to the polls amid Ethiopia-Somalia port deal row
Small Somaliland is positioned in the middle of a regional spat that some experts fear could escalate further.
Palau president hits out at China as re-election confirmed
Pro-US President Surangel Whipps Jr, whose nation recognises Taiwan, joins complaints over Beijing's maritime claims.
Somaliland eyes recognition as it goes to polls
Voting begins in Somaliland amid regional tensions and hopes for international recognition after 30 years of self-rule.
Germany set for snap elections in February
After collapse of governing coalition, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier backs timeline for February 23 vote.
Trump picks pro-settlement Mike Huckabee as US ambassador to Israel
Huckabee's history of supporting illegal West Bank settlements signals Trump's possible Israel policy.
Abu Ghraib torture survivors win US civil case, $42m damages
Defence contractor CACI, whose employees worked at Iraq's Abu Ghraib, ordered to pay damages after 15-year legal delays.
Haiti could be ‘completely isolated’ as gunfire closes main airport again
US issues new alert after Spirit and JetBlue planes were hit by bullets on Monday amid rampant gang violence.
ICJ rules Armenia, Azerbaijan discrimination cases can proceed
Top UN court confirms jurisdiction to hear the two countries' mutual discrimination claims over Nagorno-Karabakh.
US House to vote on anti-NGO bill that could target pro-Palestinian groups
With Trump headed back to the White House, the bill empowers the incoming administration to crack down on any dissent.
Spain’s flood-hit areas brace for new storms
Valencia official warns impact of new rainfall could be severe due to the amount of mud already on the ground.
US sanctions RSF commander accused of rights abuses in Sudan’s Darfur
Abdel Rahman Juma Barkalla is accused of leading a campaign marred by sexual and ethnically motivated violence.
Dozens killed, others displaced as Israel continues attacks on Gaza
People flee Beit Hanoon as the Israeli army tightens its siege and bombardment on northern Gaza.
Democrat Gallego wins Arizona, Republicans hold 53-47 US Senate majority
The last pending Senate race of the 2024 election has been called, meaning Republicans will hold a three-seat majority.
Justin Welby resigns as archbishop of Canterbury over abuse scandal
Welby announces he is stepping down after an independent report finds he failed to tell police about abuse allegations.
Opposition secures landslide victory in Mauritius election
Former Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has won a third term in the Indian Ocean nation, official results show.