‘We have a duty’: US doctor says ceasefire an ‘ethical imperative’ in Gaza
Doctors continue to weigh calls for ceasefire in Gaza, with some some saying doing so is a professional responsibility.
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Why were 141 India opposition MPs suspended from parliament?
More than 100 MPs have been suspended from parliament in move the the opposition calls 'a complete purge'.
Can the US-led maritime force stop Yemen’s Houthi attacks during Gaza war?
Houthis say attacks won't stop unless Israel's do. Shipping industry doesn't appear convinced task force can halt them.
Russia boosts nuclear forces amid ‘hybrid war’ with the West: Putin
President says Moscow's strategic forces remain at the highest level of readiness as he meets top defence officials.
UN rights chief: ‘Extensive failure’ by Russia to protect Ukraine civilians
Volker Turk also says there are indications that Russian forces committed war crimes.
Coups, climate and cost of living: Key issues that shaped 2023 in Africa
It was a year full of high-stakes geopolitical drama and economic crises for Africa.
China’s Gansu earthquake kills more than 100 people: What to know
A powerful magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit remote China's Gansu province, killing 118 people.
Yemen’s Houthis ‘will not stop’ Red Sea attacks until Israel ends Gaza war
US launches maritime coalition to counter attacks the rebel group says are a response to Israeli 'crimes' in Gaza Strip.
Israeli attack on residential area in south Gaza kills at least 29 people
Three buildings destroyed in the attack in Rafah, and separate strike in Jabalia refugee camp kills at least 13 people.
‘Losing hope’: Sudan civilians terrified as RSF attacks second-biggest city
The RSF is on the verge of capturing Wad Madani, a city that has hosted hundreds of thousands of war-displaced people.
Five people feared dead in suspected ADF attack in Uganda
The ADF has carried out multiple attacks in Uganda and neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo in the last decade.
China shaken by the nation’s deadliest quake in a decade
Chinese state media say at least 118 people have been killed in the magnitude 6.2 earthquake in the country’s northwest.
UNSC due to vote on Israel-Hamas truce after repeated US vetoes
Diplomats say draft text may be watered down from 'lasting cessation' to 'suspension' of hostilities to appease US.
Q&A: DR Congo election chief on ‘unfair’ criticism and vote preparedness
Denis Kadima tells Al Jazeera that most of the criticism of CENI is unwarranted.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 74
A new security force in the Red Sea announced amid new round of ceasefire voting at the UNSC - here are major updates.
Philippines’ billions in climate funds face scrutiny over green credentials
Climate activists say Manila's massive spending on climate-related initiatives is poorly allocated.
Hamas video shows elderly Israeli captives pleading for release
The Qassam Brigades releases the one-minute video, titled Don't Let Us Grow Old Here, on its Telegram account.
Austin says US support for Israel unshakeable as Gaza ceasefire calls grow
Lloyd Austin says US support 'unshakeable', urges Israel to do more to protect civilians and increase aid supplies.
Hundreds evacuated as floodwaters hit northeastern Australia
Residents took shelter on rooftops as intense precipitation created 'once-in-a-century' flooding around the state.
Turkey’s Erdogan and Hungary’s Orban pledge to strengthen ties in Budapest
The two countries are the only holdouts in NATO to not have ratified Sweden's bid to join the transatlantic alliance.