Moscow concert hall attack: How did ISIL recoup, five years after ‘defeat’?
The group's Afghanistan arm in particular has gained since the return of the Taliban — even though the two are rivals.
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More than 130 kidnapped Nigerian students released: Government spokesman
Kidnapping in Kaduna on March 7 was one of the biggest such attacks in years and prompted national outcry over security.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 170
Israeli warplanes pound southern Gaza as mediation efforts to end Israel's war on the enclave appear to be stalling.
Senegal’s women voters could make a miracle happen in presidential election
Al Jazeera's Nicolas Haque recounts events leading up to Senegal's presidential polls and how some hope for a miracle.
‘Obstetric winter’: Why are China’s hospitals shutting delivery wards?
China's birthrate is falling and hospital maternity departments across the country are closing, according to reports.
At least 19 reported killed as Israeli forces fire on Gaza aid seekers
Authorities in Gaza said 23 people were also injured while waiting for bags of flour and aid near Kuwait Roundabout.
Hong Kong’s new security law comes into force amid human rights concerns
The law, known as Article 23, has been criticised internationally over fears it could erode civil liberties.
Russian Soyuz rocket with 3 astronauts blasts off to ISS, days after glitch
Take off to the International Space Station follows aborted launch on Thursday after a voltage drop in a power source.
UN chief says blocked Gaza aid is a ‘moral outrage’, calls for war to end
On visit to Rafah crossing, Antonio Guterres urges Israel to give people in Gaza unfettered access to humanitarian aid.
Who’s to blame for the Moscow massacre?
Some Russians blame lax security for the horrific attack claimed by ISIL. But analysts recall a darker history.
Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains 11 as death toll rises to 133
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) tries to link Ukraine to assault despite ISIL affiliate claim of responsibility.
Moscow concert hall attack: Why is ISIL targeting Russia?
Deadly attack in Moscow claimed by ISIL affiliate leaves more than 133 people dead and approximately 100 injured.
Moscow concert hall attack: Death toll rises to 133 with scores injured
Armed men stormed the Crocus City Hall near Moscow, shooting people and setting the building on fire.
Biden signs $1.2 trillion funding package, averting US government shutdown
Senate passed the bill after hours of gridlock over funding for three-quarters of government for the next six months.
Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis: What we know so far
After weeks of speculation, the Princess of Wales has said she has cancer and is undergoing preventive chemotherapy.
The tax inspectors competing to be Senegal’s new president
Three candidates and one former favourite for the office of president have tax inspector backgrounds.
Captured Somali pirates arrive in India to face trial over ship hijacking
The 35 men are to be prosecuted for the hijacking of cargo vessel MV Ruen in December when they took the crew hostage.
Philippines accuses China of new water cannon attacks in South China Sea
Two countries involved in a second incident this month at disputed Second Thomas Shoal.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 169
At least three patients at al-Shifa Hospital have died amid a five-day blockade on the facility by Israel.
‘Imagine if just one dam is hit’: Russian-Ukrainian energy war heats up
Moscow is targeting Ukraine's energy hubs with intensity after a string of Ukrainian attacks inside Russia.