Philippines and China accuse each other of South China Sea collisions
Manila and Beijing have a long history of maritime incidents in the contested South China Sea.
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Is Syria’s al-Assad supporting Hamas for political gain or optics?
As Syria slowly reentered the Arab fold, it mended relations with Hamas, but that doesn't necessarily mean much.
Egyptians vote in presidential polls clouded by economic crisis, Gaza war
Incumbent Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is likely to secure a third term despite the country facing severe economic crisis.
Leaders of Venezuela and Guyana to meet amid border dispute
The planned meeting comes after Venezuela threatened to annex the oil-rich territory of Esequibo currently in Guyana.
Photos: Israel bombs Gaza areas it declared safe zones for Palestinians
Strikes come a day after the US vetoed a UN resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
Tens of thousands again march in London calling for Gaza ceasefire
Latest protest comes a day after UK abstained from voting on UNSC resolution demanding ceasefire, which the US vetoed.
Yemen’s Houthis warn they will target all Israel-bound ships in Red Sea
Rebels warn to block passage of Israel-bound ships of any nationality unless Gaza gets the food and medicines it needs.
US skips congressional review for emergency sale of tank shells to Israel
The 14,000 rounds of shells are part of a bigger sale the Biden administration is asking the Congress to approve.
‘People are starving’: WFP says humanitarian operation in Gaza ‘collapsing’
Top UN official says recent seven-day truce showed that humanitarian aid can be delivered if conditions allow.
Iran’s Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to begin new hunger strike: Family
Mohammadi to go on hunger strike 'in solidarity' with Iran's Baha'i religious minority as her prize is awarded in Oslo.
Analysis: As Israel escalates Gaza war, its ‘kill-rate’ claims don’t add up
The claims, aimed at fending off criticism over civilian casualties paint a picture of the war that makes no sense
Palestinians displaced to south Gaza’s overcrowded areas living on streets
With shelters significantly beyond capacity, people pitch tents along the side of the road leading from Rafah to Muwasi.
Somali president’s son flees Turkey after fatal Istanbul accident: Reports
Turkish media say Mohammed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud crashed into and killed a motorcycle courier before leaving country.
UN raises alarm on attempts to annul Guatemala’s general election results
UN human rights chief calls 'persistent and systematic' attempts to undermine poll outcome 'extremely disturbing'.
Two teenagers killed, 15 detained in Israeli raids in occupied West Bank
Raids carried out in multiple locations, including Ramallah and Bethlehem, as jets bombarded Gaza.
Philippines accuses China of targeting fishing boats in South China Sea
Manila says Chinese coastguard shot water canon at Filipino vessels in disputed South China Sea.
US, Japan, South Korea step up efforts to counter North Korea cyber-threats
The three allies are concerned about 'malicious' cyber-activities in support of Pyongyang's banned weapons programmes.
Can US visa bans deter West Bank violence by Israeli settlers?
It could serve as a deterrent for some settlers, analysts say. But the new rule has loopholes that could allow evasion.
Chinese methane-powered rocket launches satellites into orbit
Success of LandSpace Technology's Zhuque-2 Y-3 could boost investor confidence in methane as a potential rocket fuel.
‘Double standards’: World reacts to US veto on Gaza truce resolution at UN
International rights groups say US 'risks complicity in war crimes', has 'callous disregard for civilian suffering'.