Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 714
As the war enters its 714th day, these are the main developments.
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Chile ex-president Sebastian Pinera dies in helicopter crash
The 74-year-old billionaire tycoon has died in a crash in the popular vacation spot Lago Ranco in southern Chile.
Michigan school shooter’s mother found guilty of involuntary manslaughter
In 2021, Ethan Crumbley walked out of a toilet, pulled a gun from his backpack at school and killed four students.
Qatar says Hamas response to truce proposal ‘generally positive’
On visit to Qatar, top US diplomat Antony Blinken says Hamas's response to a truce proposal has been shared with Israel.
Argentina president Javier Milei says plans to move embassy to Jerusalem
Javier Milei made the remarks upon his arrival to Israel, where is he set to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former British PM Liz Truss announces new political movement ahead of polls
Ex-PM Liz Truss unveils 'Popular Conservatism' movement, urges Conservative Party to shift to the political right.
Kenya religious cult leader, 29 others charged with murder of 191 children
The 191 children were among the 425 victims found in the Shakahola forest in coastal Kenya last year.
Ten dead, 20 others injured in multiple blasts in market in Somali capital
The incident happened in Bakara, Mogadishu's largest market, on Tuesday.
King Charles diagnosed with cancer: What’s next for the UK’s monarchy?
After King Charles' diagnosis, Prince William will return to official duties on Wednesday.
Israel should be disqualified from Eurovision 2024: European politicians
Political figures pen angry letter to Eurovision organisers saying Israel should be excluded for its war in Gaza.
Nevada’s duelling Republican primary and caucus thwart Haley-Trump rematch
Both candidates seek to be Republican nominee, but only one is eligible to win delegates in unorthodox Nevada.
Russian court orders arrest of novelist Boris Akunin
The 67-year-old was charged in December with 'justifying terrorism' after expressing support for Ukraine in prank call.
Berlin film festival invites far-right politicians, drawing backlash
Industry professionals condemn invites to AfD which event organisers have downplayed as a bureaucratic necessity.
UK tribunal says academic discriminated against due to anti-Zionist beliefs
David Miller hails decision after tribunal rules he was unfairly and wrongfully dismissed by University of Bristol.
Israel’s war on Gaza: Are boycotts hurting US brands?
McDonald's is the latest of several brands to report a sales dip in Asia and the Middle East.
Colombia agrees with ELN rebel group to extend truce
The two sides have agreed to extend a landmark deal struck in August that expired last week.
Blinken arrives in Egypt on regional crisis tour pushing Gaza truce deal
Top US diplomat begins yet another Middle East tour seeking to push through truce deal amid Israel's war on Gaza.
‘Prime suspect’ in deadly Kenya gas blast appears in court
Six people died in the disaster and 280 others were injured in Thursday's explosion in a Nairobi residential area.
Defiant Houthis claim fresh Red Sea attacks on US, UK ships
Latest attacks on civilian ships demonstrate the Iran-backed group’s determination to continue its campaign.
One person killed in attack on Istanbul courthouse
Turkish officials say two assailants shot dead in 'terrorist' attack blamed on leftist group.