Ahead of key Israel-Hamas ceasefire vote, where do UNSC members stand?
Support for a ceasefire has grown within the UN Security Council, but the US and UK might veto the proposal.
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Tech firms failing to ‘walk the walk’ on ethical AI, report says
Stanford University researchers say AI ethics practitioners report lacking institutional support at their companies.
No end in sight as death toll rises in Gaza and Israel escalates attacks
Humanitarian aid is trickling into southern Gaza but UN says it’s 'erratic, undependable' and not 'sustainable'.
Rockets reportedly fired towards US embassy in Iraq’s capital Green Zone
US troops and installations have come under regular attacks due to Washington's support of Israel's bombardment of Gaza.
Will Netanyahu risk a tunnel conflict to ‘eradicate Hamas’, stay in power?
Israeli forces may risk a fight under Gaza as a politically embattled Netanyahu looks for a total defeat of Hamas.
Social media platform X added 10 million new users in December, CEO says
Linda Yaccarino makes announcement amid exodus of advertisers from the platform.
Armenia, Azerbaijan agree to take steps towards normalisation
EU, US welcome statement in which two sides agree to exchange prisoners of war and Armenia backs Azerbaijan COP29 bid.
Blinken urges Israel to finish probe into killing of journalist in Lebanon
Blinken's comments come after rights groups say Israel should be investigated over possible war crime.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 653
As the war enters its 653rd day, these are the main developments.
Hunter Biden charged over alleged scheme to avoid $1.4m tax bill
Indictment comes after President Joe Biden’s son last month pleaded not guilty to three firearms-related charges.
Q&A: ‘I need to be vindicated’: Leila de Lima on Duterte and the drug war
Freed after six years, the former Philippines senator spoke to Al Jazeera about her ordeal and her hopes for the future.
Spain expels two US embassy staff for allegedly bribing intelligence agents
The Spanish paper El Pais reports that the US quietly withdrew two staff workers at the request of Spain's government.
US to conduct Guyana flights as tensions mount over Venezuela dispute
US announces flight drills, stresses 'unwavering support' for Guyana's sovereignty amid growing border tensions.
Ex-PM Boris Johnson denies in inquiry he wanted to let COVID ‘rip’
Johnson says at public inquiry that perceptions of the 'Partygate' scandal were 'a million miles from reality'.
US targets Houthi funding network following attacks on commercial ships
US slaps sanctions on 13 people and entities allegedly involved in efforts to direct funds to the Iran-backed group.
UN aid chief sees ‘promising signs’ on opening of new crossing to Gaza
Martin Griffiths says the Kerem Shalom crossing may be opening 'soon' to facilitate aid deliveries to Gaza.
Iran’s Raisi says ‘genocide’ unfolding in Gaza as he meets Russia’s Putin
Putin hosts Raisi as part of a blitz round of Middle East diplomacy after visits to the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
UK accuses Russia of attempted election interference through cyberattacks
Moscow rejects UK claims about a campaign of malicious cyber-activity against British politicians, journalists.
As retailer REI’s troubles with employees continue, consumers back off
Once known as the beacon of corporate America, REI is now embroiled in face-offs with employees, putting off consumers.
China warns against ‘undermining’ Belt and Road plan after Italy withdraws
Italy, the only major Western power to have joined China's global infrastructure initiative, is exiting in 2024.