Israel-Hamas war affecting regional economies, warns IMF head
Kristalina Georgieva said the war on Gaza has caused 'more jitters' in an already anxious world.
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Pro-Israel rallies allowed in India but Palestine solidarity sees crackdown
India, the first non-Arab country to recognise the PLO, is now seen closer to Israel and its biggest benefactor, the US.
Israeli air raids flatten homes, kill dozens at a time in southern Gaza
Health officials and witnesses say residential buildings have been reduced to rubble in Rafah and Khan Younis.
Finland says Chinese vessel’s broken anchor caused Balticconnector damage
Police say they believe damage to the Balticconnector gas pipeline was caused by Newnew Polar Bear's dislodged anchor.
Israel to refuse visas to UN officials after Guterres speech on Gaza war
Protesting the UN chief's criticism, Israel's envoy says 'the time has come to teach them a lesson'.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 19
As the conflict between Israel and Gaza enters its 19th day, these are the main developments.
Why Israel’s ban on fuel to Gaza isn’t about stopping Hamas
Israel says Gaza can't have fuel because it has military uses. But the delivery system is tamper-proof, so why refuse?
‘Wake-up call’ for EU as report reveals spike in anti-Black racism
Calling the findings 'shocking and shameful,' the European Agency for Fundamental Rights has demanded action.
Indonesia’s Prabowo registers in three-way 2024 presidential race
Defence minister and former general, whose running mate is the incumbent president's son, is leading opinion polls.
Child casualties in Gaza a ‘stain on our conscience’: UNICEF
The UN agency calls for full humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip where 50% of the population is below 18 years of age.
At least five killed in Israeli raids in occupied West Bank: Ministry
More than 100 West Bank Palestinians killed by Israeli fire since Hamas's attack on October 7 prompted Israeli response.
Hong Kong to introduce own national security law in 2024
The move follows Beijing's move to impose a national security law following the 2019 mass protests for democracy.
China says US ‘exaggerates’ its military threat in new report
Pentagon report detailed the expansion of China's arsenal of nuclear and conventional weapons.
Republicans nominate Mike Johnson as latest US House Speaker candidate
Johnson, from Louisiana, is the fourth hopeful for the job amid continued in-fighting among Republicans.
US resists ceasefire call in UN Security Council debate on Israel-Gaza war
First open debate on conflict hears repeated calls for immediate ceasefire amid humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 609
As the war enters its 609th day, these are the main developments.
California hits pause on GM Cruise self-driving cars due to safety concerns
Decision is latest instance of regulatory agencies expressing concern over safety of autonomous vehicles.
Photos: Hundreds rally in Tel Aviv to demand release of hostages
Hamas seized approximately 220 people as hostages, according to Israeli officials. Four have since been released.
Michael Cohen tells court Donald Trump inflated asset values ‘arbitrarily’
Trump inflated value of his real estate assets in order to secure favourable insurance premiums, his former lawyer says.
US Republicans pick Tom Emmer as latest nominee for House speaker
It is unclear if the Minnesota congressman, the number three Republican in the chamber, can secure the needed votes.