Jimmy Lai’s security trial opens in Hong Kong, UK urges immediate release
The media tycoon and democracy supporter has been in jail for three years, accused of 'collusion with foreign forces'.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 663
As the war enters its 663rd day, these are the main developments.
Serbia’s ruling SNS ahead in snap election, exit polls show
Ruling populists claim sweeping victory in parliamentary election, which was marred by reports of major irregularities.
At least 90 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Gaza’s Jabalia refugee camp
The first responders and locals are searching for the wounded as more bodies are believed to be under the rubble.
South Korea says North fired short-range ballistic missile into sea
Launch came as Pyongyang marks the anniversary of the death of leader Kim Jong Un's father and predecessor Kim Jong II.
Starving Palestinians loot aid trucks as desperation mounts in Gaza’s Rafah
Not enough aid is flowing into the strip, forcing the Palestinians into a 'survival mode' amid heavy Israeli attacks.
Thousands flee as war reaches Sudan’s second-largest city
Heavy fighting reported in Wad Madani, where thousands of displaced people had sought shelter.
Kenya ‘disassociates’ from DR Congo rebels alliance after diplomatic row
Kenya government says it 'strongly disassociates' with DRC opposition figure who forged alliance with rebels in Nairobi.
Chad holds referendum on new constitution amid opposition protests
For the voters, the referendum marks a long-awaited return to civilian rule since the April 2021 military takeover.
Nur Shams refugee camp in West Bank reels from deadly Israeli raids
Israel raids Nur Shams refugee camp in the occupied West Bank's Tulkarem, killing at least five Palestinians.
Chileans head to polls again to replace Pinochet-era constitution
The vote is taking place for the second time, after the previous progressive constitution text draft was rejected.
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf laid to rest in private ceremony
Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah, who passed away on Saturday, has been laid to rest in a private funeral.
‘Nonsense’: Putin rejects Biden claim that Russia plans to attack NATO
The Russian president says Moscow has 'no interest ... to fight with NATO countries'.
France condemns killing of its worker in Israeli strike in Gaza’s Rafah
The killing comes as French top diplomat Catherine Colonna in Israel to appeal for truce and lasting peace.
Israeli military uses drones to kill Palestinians in West Bank’s Tulkarem
Israeli forces reportedly prevented ambulances from reaching the camp and held one paramedic as it intensifies raids.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 72
Israel and Hamas have restarted talks through Qatari mediation as attacks on Gaza continue - here are the major updates.
Serbian votes in snap parliamentary elections
While President Aleksandar Vucic is not on the ballot, the contest is seen as a referendum on his government.
Israeli forces kill two Christian women in ‘cold blood’ inside Gaza church
A Christian woman and her daughter shot dead in Gaza's Holy Family Church by an Israeli soldier.
PA health minister seeks probe into deadly Israeli raid on Gaza hospital
Israeli forces accused of crushing Palestinians using bulldozers in the courtyard of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital.
UK teen Alex Batty arrives home after going missing on holiday in 2017
Teen told investigators he spent six years living a nomadic lifestyle in Spain, Morocco and France.