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‘Bloody policies’: MSF recovers 11 bodies from Mediterranean off Libya
European countries accused of complicity in deaths due to migration policies after charity vessel retrieves 11 corpses.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen suffers minor whiplash from Copenhagen attack
Police arrest one man and open investigation into incident in Kultorvet square that left prime minister 'shocked'.
‘Humbling moment’: What will Modi 3.0 look like for India?
As Modi prepares to be sworn in with a reduced mandate, analysts say allies he depends on could serve as a check on him.
Yemen’s Houthis detain UN staff, aid workers
UN says it is 'pursuing all available channels' to secure the safe release of its personnel 'as soon as possible'.
Bahrain sent message through Russia to normalise ties with Iran: Official
Bahraini officials have previously said that Manama is seeking improved relations with Tehran after years of tensions.
US re-establishes Gaza aid pier damaged in bad weather
US military says much criticised floating dock will be able to deliver assistance to besieged enclave in coming days.
UN adding Israel to ‘blacklist’ of countries harming children in conflict
Move comes as Israel's Gaza war has killed more than 15,500 Palestinian children and fuelled widespread malnutrition.
Dozens killed near Sudan’s capital as UN warns of soaring displacement
Attack in Khartoum's sister city of Omdurman comes as UN says internal displacement across Sudan is nearing 10 million.
US and UK air strikes hit Yemen, Houthi-run TV reports
Attacks target Hodeidah airport and region north of Sanaa, Al Masirah TV says, as Houthis continue Red Sea attacks.
Biden apologises to Zelenskyy for aid delays, lauds Ukraine’s war efforts
US president says Washington is still 'completely, thoroughly' standing with Kyiv to fend off the Russian invasion.
South Africa’s ANC wants a national unity government: What is it?
The ruling ANC is avoiding a coalition government with any one opposition group as it faces its toughest challenge yet.
Attacks on US-linked businesses rattle Baghdad as anger over Gaza surges
Attacks in Iraqi capital seen as change in tactics aimed at maximising anti-US sentiment over Israel support.
How much will a presidential election reveal about Iran’s future?
Who is allowed to run will be key to understanding whether political elite want to govern the country or manage crises.
Russia alleges US to blame for civilian deaths, Macron for rising tensions
Rhetoric is ramped up as Ukraine's Zelenskyy tells French parliament 'Europe is no longer a continent of peace'.
UK’s Sunak apologises for leaving D-Day event early for TV interview
After widespread criticism, prime minister says decision to skip ceremony in France was a 'mistake'.
Why South Africa’s ANC wants a national unity gov’t after election setback
A broad coalition like the one President Ramaphosa outlined Thursday leaves the ANC less vulnerable to any one partner.
Gaza unemployment since start of Israel’s war soars to nearly 80%: ILO
Labour agency says occupied West Bank joblessness stands at almost 32 percent, giving a combined total of 50.8 percent.
Ukraine begins strikes on Russian soil using US weapons
Two attacks in the past week suggest the lifting of restrictions has allowed Ukraine a more effective defence.
Widow of Beau Biden testifies about seeing revolver in Hunter Biden’s truck
Federal prosecutors say US President Biden's son was in the throes of a heavy crack addiction when he bought a gun.