Photos: Greeks strike to mark train crash anniversary and demand justice
Widespread work stoppages in Greece halt trains, ferries and much of the capital’s public transport.
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Transnistria tensions: Will Russia try to annex Moldova’s breakaway region?
Pro-Russian rebels hint at a referendum, a move Moldova has dismissed as meaningless propaganda.
International journalists call on Israel and Egypt for access to Gaza
Journalists urge governments to allow them into the enclave through the Rafah crossing in southern Gaza.
Why is the UK’s Conservative Party facing a firestorm over Islamophobia?
One MP has been suspended for suggesting that London’s mayor was being controlled by 'Islamists'.
Biden wins Michigan primary, but faces opposition over Israel’s war on Gaza
US president easily wins Michigan but early results show strong support for a protest vote over his Gaza policy.
At least 576,000 people in Gaza one step away from famine, UN says
Warning comes as Israeli forces again opened fire on Palestinians waiting for food aid in northern Gaza.
US burger chain Wendy’s plans to test ‘surge pricing’ next year
Company to try raising and lowering prices throughout the day based on demand, prompting backlash.
Thousands of artists call for Israel’s exclusion from Venice Biennale
Art Not Genocide Alliance says any works that represent Israel are an 'endorsement of its genocidal policies' in Gaza.
Brazil’s Fordlandia: Tracing the roots of Amazon deforestation
Henry Ford’s utopian city, nestled in the rainforest, reflects an ongoing legacy of deforestation from agribusiness.
Israel holds municipal elections; war on Gaza affects turnout and mood
Israelis are divided over the war and their opinions of the government, resulting in a low turnout and higher tensions.
Germany confirms probe into former Lebanon central bank chief Salameh
Prosecutors say Riad Salameh, bank governor from 1993 to 2023, being investigated for money laundering, other crimes.
Zelenskyy in Saudi Arabia to push for peace, POW deal with Russia
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman seeks to position himself as a potential mediator to end Russia's war on Ukraine.
American Muslims helped Biden win in 2020. Will they abandon him now?
Arab and Muslim communities say they'll 'punish' Biden even if it means Democrats lose in November.
Palestinian singer running to represent Iceland at Eurovision contest
Bashar Murad said he wants to use his song to 'illustrate' the difficulties Palestinians face in order to be heard.
Feared Dutch drug lord Ridouan Taghi sentenced to life in mega-trial
The 46-year-old and his associates were guilty of several murders, judges ruled, concluding a years-long trial.
Relief as Italian court says rescued refugees cannot be sent back to Libya
Italy's highest court has ruled that the country's vessels cannot return rescued refugees to the North African country.
Pakistani journalist arrested for social posts against government officials
Asad Ali Toor has been accused of to trying to 'coerce, intimidate, and incite violence' against government officials.
Birth of a Movement: Michigan’s Arab voters rise up to challenge Biden
Arab and Muslim Americans in the perennial swing state hope grassroots activism will bring peace to Gaza.
Donation of $1bn cancels tuition fees at medical school in the Bronx, NYC
Donation from Ruth Gottesman will provide students in New York’s worst-performing borough for health with free tuition.
NATO denies plans to send troops to Ukraine
Rebuttal of Macron's remarks comes as Kremlin warns of conflict if West puts boots on ground in Ukraine.