Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 98
The US and UK have carried out retaliatory strikes against multiple Houthi sites in Yemen. Here is the latest:
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US and UK launch strikes against Yemen; Houthi rebels promise to retaliate
Houthis say all US and British interests are now 'legitimate targets'.
‘A country but not a country’: Taiwan prepares to vote in China’s shadow
Some 63 percent of Taiwan's people identify as Taiwanese, but it might not affect the outcome of Saturday's vote.
Gaza daily deaths exceed all other major conflicts in 21st century: Oxfam
Human Rights Watch also says Israel’s war has included 'acts of collective punishment that amount to war crimes'.
Trump accuses New York attorney general of bias in court closing arguments
Trump's remarks come on final day of a trial over allegations that he habitually exaggerated his wealth.
Photos: Greek students protest government plan for private universities
Government expected to submit a bill to parliament that would permit private universities to operate inside Greece.
What plans does Washington have for Gaza?
In yet another Middle East visit, the US secretary of state has been rallying support from regional players.
Fears simmer in Essequibo region as Venezuela eyes the disputed territory
Essequibo residents express anxiety as Venezuela advances its claims over the region, largely seen as part of Guyana.
UN ‘concerned’ Taliban detaining Afghan women for dress code violations
Taliban chief spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid says the UN preoccupation with Afghan women is unwarranted.
Any US attack on Yemen’s Houthis will ‘not go without response’
Houthi leader says any US attack will trigger a greater response as the group steps up attacks in the Red Sea.
Lebanon and Israel ‘prefer’ diplomatic end to tensions, US envoy says
Hezbollah and Israel have been engaged in cross-border attacks since the early days of the war on Gaza.
Day one of the ICJ genocide hearing against Israel: Key takeaways
South Africa laid out a list of alleged genocidal acts by Israel while seeking an injunction against the war.
Blinken says path to a Palestinian state can stabilise region, isolate Iran
Top US diplomat stresses the need for a path to Palesitnian statehood as he ends latest visit to the Middle East.
How did a UN helicopter fall into al-Shabab’s hands in Somalia?
Despite a government offensive against the armed group, al-Shabab shows its capacity for high-level attacks.
ICJ hears South Africa’s genocide case against Israel over Gaza war
South Africa accuses Israel of violating UN's 1948 Genocide Convention, established in the Holocaust's wake.
Three key takeaways from Donald Trump’s Iowa town hall
The former president and 2024 contender suggested he might have decided on his vice presidential pick.
Protests as UN top court hears genocide case against Israel over Gaza war
In ICJ case brought to The Hague, South Africa accuses Israel of committing genocide and demands end to offensive.
Russia doubles down on fast, cheap, unguided bombs to attack Ukraine
Russia produces more ballistic missiles, glide bombs and drones as Ukraine targets Russian military hubs from afar.
Comoros President Assoumani seeks fourth term in January 13 election
Azali Assoumani, 65, will face five competitors in Sunday's election.
Iran seizes oil tanker off Oman in dispute with US
The state-run IRNA news agency published a story acknowledging the seizure of an oil tanker by Iran's navy.