South Africa’s Ramaphosa elected president, but coalition allies hold veto
An 11th hour deal between the ANC and traditional rivals has led to the country’s first coalition government.
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Niger court scraps immunity of deposed President Bazoum
Decision opens door for military government to prosecute democratically elected president for alleged 'high treason'.
UN warns ‘clandestine’ cross-border FGM undermines bans
Report highlights so-called ‘vacation cutting’ among families in the West taking girls to countries of origin for FGM.
Putin calls G7 deal on frozen Russian assets for Ukraine loan ‘theft’
Western countries have agreed to use interest on frozen Russian assets to give Ukraine a $50bn loan.
G7 to use Russian assets for $50bn Ukraine loan: How will it work?
The funds could help Ukraine defend itself against Russia. But the plan carries risks — and the threat of retaliation.
Photos: State of ‘catastrophe’ as downpours hit Chile
Heavy rains lashed much of the country, damaging homes, flooding roads, knocking out power and causing mudslides.
South Africa’s parliament choosing president amid uncertainty
Governing ANC is depending on former foes to give Ramaphosa a second term and extend its three-decade hold on power.
S Korea, US ‘closely monitoring’ potential Putin-Kim meeting in Pyongyang
Russia has promised Putin will visit North Korea after hosting its leader Kim Jong Un last September.
Millions start Hajj in shadow of Israel’s war on Gaza
Rituals expected to draw more than two million pilgrims this year praying for peace in Gaza, Yemen and Sudan.
Chinese #MeToo activist jailed for five years for subversion
Journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin was detained in 2021 with labour activist Wang Jianbing who was jailed for 42 months.
‘Vote against jail’: How two Modi critics won India election from prison
In Kashmir and Punjab, candidates jailed for being alleged national security threats have won. What does that say?
Wild Przewalski’s horses return to Kazakhstan after 200 years
The first group of seven horses arrived in Kazakhstan in early June and about 40 more are planned for the coming years.
Sailor injured, cargo ship ablaze after missile attack by Yemen’s Houthis
The Palau-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated M/V Verbena was delivering timber to Italy when it came under fire.
Russia says US journalist Evan Gershkovich to face trial for ‘CIA work’
Wall Street Journal rejects 'false and baseless' charge against 32-year-old who has been in custody since March 2023.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 840
As the war enters its 840th day, these are the main developments.
UN Security Council demands end to siege of el-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur
Resolution calls on Sudanese military and RSF to ensure protection of civilians and seek immediate end to violence.
G7 leaders agree to $50bn loan for Ukraine at annual summit
G7 leaders hail 'unity' after reaching deal to fund Ukraine via profits on frozen Russian assets during summit in Italy.
Violations against children in conflict reach ‘extreme levels’, UN says
Violence in 'escalating conflicts', including Gaza, reach new heights in 2023, according to UN report.
US Supreme Court upholds access to abortion pill
Biden welcomes ruling and rebukes 'extreme and dangerous agenda' attacks on reproductive rights by Republican officials.
Two weeks since Trump’s New York guilty verdict: What have we learned?
Trump's history-making 'hush-money' verdict has only caused ripples so far in polls as he seeks re-election in November.