Russian vessels conduct missile drills in Atlantic on way to Cuba
The frigate and submarine are part of a four-strong fleet that is due to arrive in Cuba on Wednesday.
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Peace eludes India’s Manipur even after defeating BJP over ethnic violence
In riot-hit state, hopes of change following the governing party's defeat are shortlived as deadly clashes continue.
When are Hajj and Eid al-Adha 2024?
This year, based on the moon sighting, Hajj will start on June 14, with Eid al-Adha being celebrated on June 16.
Russia and Belarus begin second stage of tactical nuclear weapons drills
Moscow says the exercises are a response to 'daily provocations' from the United States and its European allies.
France’s Republicans leader wants to form ‘alliance’ with Le Pen’s NR
Republicans party chairman Eric Ciotti urges country-wide alliance with Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally.
How a teenager’s death drew attention to human rights concerns in Ecuador
Human rights organisations warn Carlos Javier Vega’s death could amount to an extrajudicial killing by the military.
Hunter Biden found guilty on all three charges in gun case
US president's son convicted by jury for lying about his use of illegal drugs when he bought a gun.
Blinken meets with Israeli opposition leaders amid Gaza truce push
US top diplomat pledges additional aid to Palestinians, says Hamas is the hurdle to reaching a ceasefire in Gaza.
Will Israel accept the new UN Gaza ceasefire resolution?
While Hamas welcomed the ceasefire resolution passed in UNSC, Israel seems determined to continue the war in Gaza.
More than 10 million displaced in war-torn Sudan, IOM says
UN says 7.26 million people fled since war began in April 2023, with 2.83 million already displaced by previous wars.
Israeli killings of Gaza civilians during raid may be war crimes: UN
Palestinian officials say Israeli forces killed 274 people during the operation to rescue four captives held in Gaza.
Nuseirat, anatomy of Israel’s massacre in Gaza
How was the killing of nearly 300 people justified in the name of extracting four?
At least 49 dead, 140 missing in migrant boat sinking off Yemen: UN
Refugees and migrants are increasingly taking the dangerous route despite instability in Yemen and fallout of Gaza war.
Ukraine seeks air defence boost to protect battered energy grid
President Zelenskyy says Russia has destroyed half of his country's power production capacity.
Taiwan arrests former Chinese navy captain over illegal speedboat arrival
The 60-year-old claimed he wished to defect, but Taiwanese officials suspect espionage.
ICC prosecutor seeks evidence of war crimes in Sudan’s Darfur
Karim Khan's appeal comes after escalating violence in and around el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur.
Malawi Vice President Saulos Chilima among 10 killed in plane crash
The aircraft debris was found after a day of searching in thickly forested mountains.
Europe preparing for war as Ukraine conflict looms large, report finds
Global Peace Index finds Europe's military spending is rising amid fears the war in Ukraine will expand.
Thai market fire consumes hundreds of caged animals
More than 100 pet stalls have been damaged in Bangkok's famous Chatuchak Weekend Market.
India election 2024: Did Modi’s outreach to women voters work?
The pitch was clear — the results mixed for Modi's BJP. And India will see a dip in women MPs in its incoming parliament