What’s next for Senegal under likely President Bassirou Diomaye Faye?
Faye promises to review the West African nation's mining contracts and ties with key nations.
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UN report charts lethal cost of migration over past decade
More than 63,000 died or disappeared on migration routes over past decade, with more than a third fleeing conflict.
UK court opens way for Assange to appeal US extradition
Ruling gives the US time to give 'satisfactory assurances' that WikiLeaks founder will face a fair trial.
What’s behind Macron’s ‘hardened stance’ on the Russia-Ukraine war?
The French president has adopted a bellicose stance in recent months, even suggesting troops could be sent to Ukraine.
Malaysian retailer and supplier charged for selling ‘Allah’ socks
Muslims were outraged by the sale of the garments during the holy month of Ramadan.
Indonesia hunts for ‘extinct’ Javan tiger
Search for big cat prompted by strand of hair plucked from a fence in West Java.
Russia extends detention of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich by three months
Moscow court extends pre-trial jailing of WSJ journalist on espionage charges to more than a year.
Indian police detain opposition protesters in New Delhi
Dozens detained in the Indian capital as they try to march to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence.
Federal agents raid Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’s homes amid sex crime allegations
Nature of probe not revealed, but raids follow sex offence allegations, including trafficking, made by ex-girlfriend.
Will the UN ceasefire resolution stop Israel’s war on Gaza?
While the US did not veto the recent Gaza ceasefire resolution, it continues to supply arms to Israel.
Five Chinese nationals among six killed in suicide bomb attack in Pakistan
Suicide bomber rams explosives-laden vehicle into convoy of Chinese engineers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
UN expert accuses Israel of ‘genocide’ in Gaza
Francesca Albanese reports clear indications Israel has violated three of five acts listed under UN Genocide Convention.
Conflict, climate, corruption drive Southeast Asia people trafficking: UN
Latest report comes amid a surge in mostly Muslim Rohingya making dangerous sea journeys in search of safety.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 172
The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire on Gaza.
New Zealand says Chinese ‘state-sponsored’ group hacked parliament
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters says alleged cyberattack 'unacceptable'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 761
As the war enters its 761st day, these are the main developments.
‘Fighting spirit’: How Myanmar’s armed resistance is taking new ground
Groups fighting against the ruling military are making gains despite air and drone attacks.
‘Not enough’: Why the US did not veto a Gaza ceasefire resolution at the UN
Analysts say US decision against vetoing the UN measure signals Biden's growing frustration with Israel's PM Netanyahu.
Canada launches programme to get citizens out of violence-hit Haiti
Canada has organised helicopters to fly 'vulnerable' citizens out of Haiti and into the neighbouring Dominican Republic.
Binance executive detained in Nigeria in crypto case escapes custody
The Binance executive was detained when he arrived in Nigeria following the crackdown on the company.