Russia, Ukraine clash over bodies of military plane crash victims
There has been no official confirmation on who downed the plane, but Russia accuses Ukraine.
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What do Ukrainian refugees make of Israel’s war on Gaza?
While some who have fled Russia's invasion side with Israel, others say the conflict is more complex than they thought.
Germany transport disrupted as bus, tram workers strike over pay, hours
Labour union Verdi has demanded improved working conditions, fewer hours and increased holiday entitlement.
Joe Biden’s Michigan visit highlights rift with Arab American community
US president seeking re-election likely to have a hard time winning key state because of his support for Israel.
Argentina police battle protesters opposed to ‘omnibus’ reform bill
Police fire rubber bullets and water cannons at demonstrators outside the Congress building in Buenos Aires.
What has Northern Ireland’s DUP agreed with the UK over EU trade?
The Northern Ireland Assembly is set to return after a two-year political paralysis caused by Brexit row.
Malaysia halves ex-PM Najib Razak’s jail term in 1MDB corruption scandal
Najib, the first premier in the country's history to be jailed, remains on trial in multiple cases related to the fund.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 119
Biden signed order to sanction West Bank settlers, Israeli siege on Gaza's hospital continues.
Fear grips refugees after UNHCR says it will close Sri Lanka operations
Hundreds of refugees, asylum seekers face uncertain future as UN agency announces closure of country office this year.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 709
As the war enters its 709th day, these are the main developments.
Progressive US lawmaker Omar faces censure over mistranslated speech
Omar, a Somali American Congress member, says the attacks are the latest instance of hardline Republican 'Islamophobia'.
US judge urges Biden to examine support for ‘plausible genocide’ in Gaza
Despite dismissal of a case accusing officials of complicity in Gaza 'genocide', advocates say ruling marks a victory.
US imposes sanctions on four Israeli settlers over West Bank violence
White House says settler violence in occupied West Bank threatens US 'national security and foreign policy interests'.
In a sign of commitment, EU unlocks aid for Ukraine as it fights off Russia
Deal will help Ukraine cover its wartime deficit, but experts question what concessions were made to assure its passage.
South Carolina primary set to test Biden’s support among Black voters
US president's campaign wants to show it can energise Black voters who were key to his narrow 2020 presidential victory.
French farmers unions call to end protests as PM unveils new measures
Gabriel Attal pledged a 'future' for France's agriculture sector and promised solutions to combat bans and fraud.
Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi sentenced to three years
Ghannouchi's Ennahda Party accused of receiving foreign funds as President Kais Saied continues crackdown on opposition.
New cancer cases to soar 77 percent by 2050, WHO predicts
There were an estimated 20 million new cancer cases in 2022, with more than 35 million new cases predicted by 2050.
UN rights chief decries death of 50 people in Mali attacks
The UN official said he was 'appalled' by the killings in central Mali.
UN experts condemn ‘disturbing’ attacks on journalists in Gaza
Officials suggest the targeting of journalists may be a 'deliberate strategy by Israeli forces' to silence reporting.