Greece to join US-led coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthis
The maritime alliance wants to counter threats the Yemeni rebel group says are a response to Israeli ‘crimes’ in Gaza.
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UN calls for probe as Israeli army accused of killing unarmed Palestinians
UN rights office says 'possible war crime' amid reports Israeli forces allegedly 'executed' 11 Palestinian men in Gaza.
What explains the dramatic rise in armed attacks in Pakistan?
Pakistan's two border provinces have seen 93 percent rise in attacks since the TTP ended ceasefire last year.
Israel continues deadly attacks on Gaza amid hopes for another truce
More than 20,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7.
Unlawful killings: Amnesty urges Myanmar military war crimes investigation
Allegations centre on military response to Operation 1027, the biggest challenge to the regime since the coup.
China urges Philippines to ‘act with caution’ amid South China Sea dispute
Tensions between the two nations have risen this year, with China attempting to disrupt Filipino ship resupply missions.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 666
As the war enters its 666th day, these are the main developments.
Beyond Australia’s failed referendum: Truth, treaty and voice in Victoria
Indigenous people are addressing the challenges of colonisation and holding government to account.
Gaza death toll surpasses 20,000 as UN Security Council delays vote on aid
The grim milestone comes as the UN's top decision-making body postpones a key vote on Gaza aid for the third time.
Venezuela, US reach prisoner swap deal as tensions ease
Ten prisoners arrive back in the US, Maduro ally returns to Venezuela after US President Joe Biden grants him clemency.
US charges alleged Hezbollah member over 1994 Buenos Aires bombing
The bombing of a Jewish community centre killed 85 people, and Hezbollah has been accused of other attacks in Argentina.
Roman Abramovich loses legal attempt to overturn EU sanctions
The EU imposed punishment on the businessman in 2022 as part of measures targeting Russia and Putin's close allies.
Ireland to launch legal action against UK over Troubles amnesty law
Ireland to argue that aspects of the UK law are incompatible with obligations under European Convention on Human Rights.
‘Everything is dead’: How record drought is wreaking havoc on the Amazon
Communities that rely on the rainforest’s waterways now find themselves struggling with fire and plunging water levels.
Analysis: Election ‘win’ for Serbia’s Vucic might yet backfire
As questions about elections mount and protesters take to Belgrade's streets, the president faces a rare challenge.
Poland’s new pro-EU government dismisses state media chiefs
Culture ministry announces sackings citing need to restore impartiality of state news outlets.
Iraq’s governing Shia alliance strengthened in provincial elections
The Iran-aligned coalition wins 101 out of 285 seats, and is boosted before parliamentary elections in 2025.
Nearly 66 percent of jobs lost in Gaza since Israel-Hamas war broke out
UN labour agency, Palestinian bureau note major spillover effect in occupied West Bank with one-third jobs wiped out.
Are Houthi Red Sea attacks hurting Israel and disrupting global trade?
The Houthis attack ships in one of the busiest maritime routes as they demand Israel to end its brutal war in Gaza.
Hamas head in Cairo as momentum builds towards new Israel-Hamas truce talks
Ismail Haniyeh's trip comes as Israel signals possibility of another truce, although key sticking points remain.