Week in pictures: War in Sudan, a solar eclipse, and Iran attacks Israel
A roundup of some of the week’s key events.
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At least 33 killed in Afghanistan as heavy rains set off flash floods
Most casualties have been from roof collapses, while some 600 houses have been damaged or destroyed, authorities say.
Iran attacks Israel with over 300 drones, missiles: What you need to know
Iran has launched a massive aerial attack on Israel, two weeks after a deadly strike on its consulate in Syria.
Cyprus suspends asylum applications for Syrians as arrivals rise
More than 1,000 people have arrived in Cyprus on boats from Lebanon this month amid deepening tensions in Middle East.
Australia mourns five women, Pakistani guard killed in Sydney mall attack
Misinformation about attacker's identity - as Muslim or Jewish - spread widely online before police identified suspect.
‘True Promise’: Why and how did Iran launch a historic attack on Israel?
Iran has just launched the largest ever drone strike in the world, and the biggest missile attack in its history.
At least 15 killed after landslides hit Indonesia’s Sulawesi island
Emergency response efforts have been complicated by poor weather conditions and damaged roads.
Iran warns Israel, US of ‘severe response’ in case of retaliation
Iran army chief says attack 'achieved all its goals' and the US bases are under threat if it backs Israeli retaliation.
Modi’s BJP promises jobs, common civil code in manifesto for India election
The Hindu nationalist party unveils its promises days before the start of a multiphase general election.
Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq reopen airspace closed over Iran’s attacks on Israel
Arab nations had closed airspaces after Iran's drone and missile attacks on Israel, but many flights remain affected.
Hamas backs Iran after retaliatory missile, drone attacks on Israel
Hamas affirms 'natural right' of countries in the Middle East to defend themselves 'in the face of Zionist aggressions'.
‘Serious escalation’: World reacts to Iran’s drone, missile raids on Israel
Leaders express fear conflict could lead to further escalation in region, calling for all sides to exercise restraint.
Biden vows G7 response, ‘ironclad’ US support for Israel after Iran attacks
US president reiterates support for Israel in call with Netanyahu amid reports that he is also opposed to counterattack.
Iran launches hundreds of missiles, drones in first direct attack on Israel
With help from US, UK forces, Israel says it intercepted vast majority of 300 drones and missiles launched by Iran.
Germany to send new missiles to Ukraine as army struggles on eastern front
Germany says it will hand over Patriot air defence system and missiles, while Russia claims capture of another village.
Hundreds protest in Niger demanding departure of US troops
In March, Niger suspended its military cooperation with the US after leaders severed ties with France last year.
Former US diplomat who spied for Cuba sentenced to 15 years in prison
Victor Manuel Rocha conducted one of the longest-lasting infiltrations of the US government, Justice Department said.
Dozens rescued after cable car accident kills one person in Turkey
After an operation lasting almost 24 hours, 184 people stranded in midair since Friday afternoon have been rescued.
Gunmen kill at least 11 in two attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan
No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks which took place on the Quetta-Taftan Highway.
Palestinian man killed in Israeli settler raids in occupied West Bank
Dozens of settlers stormed villages, setting fire to homes in search for missing teenager.