Lebanon’s president names ICJ judge Nawaf Salam as PM-designate
The designation shows a shift in the power balance in Lebanon as Hezbollah wanted Najib Mikati to keep the job.
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Pakistan watches with caution as old ally Taliban gets closer to India
While some analysts say Pakistan need not worry, others warn that Indian influence in Afghanistan could strain ties.
Why fire hydrants and water supply failed during Los Angeles wildfires
The LA wildfires continue to burn, with Santa Ana winds set to intensify and challenges hampering rescue efforts.
Nigerian air raid targeting bandits mistakenly kills civilians
Nigerian air force launches investigation after reports say at least 15 people killed in air attack in Zamfara State.
Trump’s ‘all hell’ comments a threat to Hamas, says US VP-elect Vance
JD Vance warns of consequences if Gaza captive deal does not happen, including knocking out 'final' Hamas battalions.
Why are California inmates deployed to help fight LA wildfires?
Canada and Mexico have offered to deploy firefighters as US inmates join in efforts to put out LA's wildfires.
Russia ‘prepared for any scenario’ on Ukraine war as Trump presidency nears
The US president-elect has promised to end the conflict in Ukraine but the Kremlin has not endorsed any tentative plans.
Lebanon President Joseph Aoun starts consultations for PM selection
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and top ICJ judge Nawaf Salam seen as frontrunners.
DR Congo says several towns recaptured from rebels, but fighting persists
Despite recent military gains, eastern DRC remains mired in conflict, mainly as a result of the M23 rebellion.
Photos: India kicks off a huge Hindu festival, Maha Kumbh Mela
Millions of Hindu devotees will gather for the Kumbh Mela festival, the largest religious congregation on earth.
Seoul says 300 North Korean soldiers killed, 2,700 wounded fighting Ukraine
Casualties among North Koreans assisting Russia 'have surpassed 3,000', according to South Korea's intelligence agency.
Rehearsal and walkthrough for Donald Trump’s inauguration
A rehearsal with stand-ins is held at the Capitol before the inauguration of US President-elect Trump.
Iran welcomes return of national held in Italy in spat involving the US
The US had asked Italy to arrest and extradite the Iranian national for allegedly transferring drone technology.
Firefighters battle to corral Los Angeles fires before strong winds return
US death toll rises as strong winds are expected to push deadly wildfires further through Los Angeles residential areas.
Israeli siege of north Gaza leaves 5,000 dead, missing after 100 days
The Israeli military has only intensified its siege of the north and attacks across Gaza amid renewed ceasefire talks.
Fact check: LA fires drive falsehoods, including by Trump about water use
Trump claims Democratic environmental policies contributed to LA fires, but is that true?
Russia claims to have seized two new villages in eastern Ukraine
Russian Defence Ministry says its soldiers captured Yantarne in the Donetsk region and Kalinove in the Kharkiv region.
How strategic is Wad Madani city, retaken by Sudanese army?
The army's recapture of the agricultural and trading hub means the RSF will be cut off from parts of the country.
Activists back US professor ‘forced’ from Columbia over Palestine advocacy
Katherine Franke says she was forced to retire over her views critical of Israel’s treatment of Palestinians.
Chad’s ruling party wins majority in controversial parliamentary election
Electoral body says President Deby's party secured 124 of 188 National Assembly seats in vote boycotted by opposition.