Yemen’s Houthis say they attacked two more vessels in the Red Sea
Owner of Swan Atlantic says unidentified object strikes ship but none of crew hurt. Panama-flagged vessel also targeted.
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President el-Sisi declared victorious in Egypt election
Sisi took 89.6 percent of the vote to secure a third term, with turnout at 66.8 percent, says election authority.
Why Chileans rejected conservative constitution, and what’s next?
Another constitution vote seems highly unlikely at least until 2025 as leftist president focuses on policy reforms.
Iran points at Israeli-linked group as cyberattack disrupts fuel network
Tehran says Israel-linked Predatory Sparrow group is behind the disruption.
Uganda court hears suit filed in opposition to anti-LGBTQ law
The law has drawn widespread condemnation from the international community but is popular in conservative Uganda.
Israel accused of wielding starvation as a weapon of war against Gaza
Human Rights Watch urges world to speak out against 'abhorrent war crime'. Israel brands the NGO 'anti-Semitic'.
‘Bloodbath’: Israel continues to target Gaza hospitals and civilians
No let up in Israel's onslaught despite mounting calls for a truce and aid deliveries.
Eight people dead in Guinea oil terminal blast, says police
The blast occurred in downtown Conakry, at the only oil terminal in the West African country.
Iraqis to vote for powerful provincial councils in election
The first council elections in a decade are expected to strengthen the grip of pro-Iran groups.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 73
Efforts to combat Houthi attacks and de-escalate the Gaza war are under way - here's the latest updates.
Israeli attacks continue as calls for a ceasefire in Gaza grow
At least 90 people, including women and children, were killed in Israeli attacks on Jabalia refugee camp.
Hundreds evacuated as floods ravage northeastern Australia
More than 14,000 properties are without power due to heavy rains from Tropical Cyclone Jasper.
Chile rejects conservative constitution, leaving Pinochet-era text in force
Result comes a year after Chileans rejected a progressive constitution that would have expanded Indigenous rights.
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'.
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.