South Africa universities face Israel scanner as government backs Palestine
Despite mass student protests and calls from leaders, universities are dragging their feet over divestment from Israel.
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New Caledonia state of emergency to end as France deploys more troops
The Pacific territory has been rocked by unrest over Paris's plan to allow more Europeans the vote in provincial polls.
At least 35 killed in Rafah after Israeli missiles hit camp for displaced
The Israeli missiles struck tents in an area to the west of Rafah city, which was supposed to be safe from attack.
North Korea plans to launch satellite by June 4: Japan
Sanctions-breaking launch follows Pyongyang's third and successful attempt to launch a spy satellite in November.
Scarred by war, Myanmar children ‘cannot have the life they used to have’
Women and children in states such as Karenni struggle with trauma from air attacks and intense fighting.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 822
As the war enters its 822nd day, these are the main developments.
Lithuania’s Gitanas Nauseda declares victory in presidential election
Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte conceded defeat in the final round of the Baltic nation's presidential election.
More than 100 killed in two weeks of fighting in Sudan’s el-Fasher: MSF
Charity says more than 900 wounded in the capital of North Darfur province in fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF.
At least 11 people, including two children, killed in US tornadoes, storms
Tornadoes and storms leave a trail of destruction in parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Macron makes rare state visit to Germany to boost ties, defend democracy
For the first time in nearly a quarter of a century, a French president visits Berlin to warm frosty ties.
Cyclone Remal slams into Bangladesh coast as hundreds of thousands evacuate
At least 800,000 people evacuate their homes in low-lying coastal areas of Bangladesh as intense cyclone makes landfall.
Week in pictures: From Iran president’s funeral to tornadoes in the US
A look at some of last week’s events.
Twelve injured as Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Dublin hits turbulence
Dublin airport authorities say six passengers and six crew members were injured after flight hit turbulence over Turkey.
Hamas fires rockets at Israel’s Tel Aviv, causing first sirens for months
The Israeli army has said that eight rockets were fired from Gaza, targeting central Israel, including Tel Aviv.
China, South Korea leaders meet before trilateral talks with Japan
China's Li and South Korea's Yoon agree to launch a diplomatic and security dialogue and to resume free trade talks.
Aid trucks enter Gaza after weeks as Israeli attacks continue across strip
Estimated 200 aid trucks far short of a minimum of 500-600 trucks required daily to feed millions of Palestinians.
Lithuania’s Nauseda eyes re-election in run-off overshadowed by Russia
Incumbent president says he sees Russia as an 'enemy' and has accused Moscow of trying to destabilise Vilnius.
Burkina Faso extends military rule by five years
The military had promised elections in July to restore civilian rule, but it also said security would take priority.
UK’s Sunak promises mandatory national service for 18-year-olds if elected
Ruling Conservative Party says it will bring back national service if it wins the July 4 general election.
UN estimates more than 670 killed in Papua New Guinea landslide
Authorities are trying to establish evacuation centres on safer ground on either side of the massive swath of debris.