Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urges Western allies to step up pressure on Russia
Ukrainian leader says Western hesitation in backing Kyiv is costing time and lives, could prolong fighting for years.
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Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on ship in Red Sea as US confirms new strike
Malta-flagged ship hit by missile as US military says it launches a new strike against Houthi targets in Yemen.
Sudan suspends contacts with IGAD mediating group: Foreign ministry
The army-aligned government accused IGAD of 'violating' the country's sovereignty by inviting the RSF chief to a summit.
UK takes centre stage in Red Sea action, targeting Yemen’s Houthis
Three Royal Navy Frigates are now in the region, as the UK ramps up to its biggest military footprint since the Cold War
Polish truckers agree to suspend border protest until March
Truck drivers had blocked border since November, demanding restrictions be reintroduced for Ukrainian hauliers.
Israel’s new $15bn war budget: What’s it for and what gets cut?
The Israeli government approves an increase to its annual budget, but not without a lot of infighting.
What is Myanmar’s Three Brotherhood Alliance that’s resisting the military?
The alliance has seen recent gains over military troops, but its successes are limited.
Turkey court fines Somali president’s son for car crash that killed courier
Mohammed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's sentence was commuted to a fine of about $900.
US claims seizure of Iranian weapons bound for Yemen’s Houthis
The haul is the first since the Houthis began attacks on Red Sea shipping in November.
Strike threat over claim pro-Israeli lobby forced out Australian journalist
Sacked last month, Antoinette Lattouf joined the ranks of journalists dismissed for expressing support for Palestinians.
EU, US urge sustained support for Ukraine in war against Russia
European Commission chief warns West must not let up supplying Ukraine with weapons, money if it wants Kyiv to succeed.
Suicide bombing kills three people, injures two in Somali capital: Police
Al-Shabab claims responsibility for the attack, saying the blast targeted local security officials.
Trump sweeps Iowa caucus: Results, key highlights, and what’s next?
Trump scores decisive win in the first major caucus of the US presidential race as he cements his frontrunner status.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 692
As the war enters its 692nd day, these are the main developments.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard attack ‘anti-Iranian’ groups in Iraq’s Erbil
IRGC says it fired ballistic missiles at 'espionage centres' in northern Iraqi city, attacked targets in Syria.
Hamas claims two Israeli captives killed in Gaza air strikes
Israeli military spokesman rejects Hamas claim that the two hostages were killed by Israeli bombing.
Yemen’s Houthis hit US-owned ship in missile attack, US military says
US military says the container ship was hit off the coast of Yemen, but continued its journey.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin released from hospital
Pentagon chief received treatment for an infection following surgery for prostate cancer.
Britain to designate Hizb ut-Tahrir as a ‘terrorist’ group
UK government says the group is anti-Semitic and encourages 'terrorism'.
Boeing announces additional quality inspections for 737 MAX planes
The additional inspections come after the US Federal Aviation Administration said the 737 MAX should remain grounded.