‘Vote doesn’t count’: Bangladesh’s ‘bizarre’ election tests ties with West
The nation of 170 million people votes on Sunday in elections that the main opposition has boycotted.
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Sudan’s army chief al-Burhan says ‘no reconciliation’ with paramilitary RSF
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan rejects latest peace efforts, saying RSF fighters are 'committing war crimes' across country.
Three years on, January 6 Capitol riot reverberates in US courts, 2024 race
US Capitol riot continues to fuel divisions as criminal cases progress in courts, including a Donald Trump indictment.
At least four killed in Bangladesh train fire before elections
Police officials in Dhaka suspect an arson attack and said they are seeking out the culprits.
Tesla recalls 1.6 million electric vehicles in China
The cars reportedly have problems with their automatic assisted steering and door latch controls.
Hezbollah chief warns Lebanon could be ‘exposed’ to more Israeli attacks
Nasrallah again pledges retaliation for killing of Hamas deputy chief al-Arouri, says Hezbollah 'cannot be silent'.
Al Jazeera journalist Samir Sassi released in Tunis two days after arrest
Sassi was arrested on Wednesday at his house.
Shipping giant Maersk to avoid Red Sea routes for ‘foreseeable future’
Due to 'volatile' situation amid Houthi attacks, ships will go around Africa, increasing journey times and costs.
Eleven miners trapped after collapse of Zimbabwe mine
Mine accidents are not uncommon in Zimbabwe where disused mines often attract young unemployed men.
Why is President Ruto in a row with Kenya’s judiciary? A simple guide
The president's outbursts come after a series of rulings against his reforms since he took office in August 2022.
What is Israel’s latest ‘day after’ plan for Gaza?
In a vision laid out for post-war Gaza, defence minister Gallant said an undefined Palestinian entity will take charge.
Iran’s Raisi promises retaliation at funeral for victims of twin bombings
Authorities say 11 suspects arrested after attack in Kerman during memorial for top commander Qassem Soleimani.
Bans and boycotts: The troubled history of Bangladesh’s elections
Since independence in 1971, only a handful of the country's elections have been considered 'free and fair'.
What do we know about the school shooting in Iowa?
Republicans have reacted with prayers following the Perry school shooting but no proposals to change gun laws.
Pakistan senate approves resolution to delay February 8 elections: Reports
The caretaker government appointed to oversee the vote opposed the resolution moved by an independent senator.
‘He’s breathing’: My two hours under Gaza’s rubble after an Israeli strike
A father's radio, a mother's reassurance - and then, in an instant, darkness and pain. This is life under Israeli attack
Israel launches attacks across Gaza amid spike in regional tensions
Health ministry in Gaza says 125 people have been killed and 318 injured in a 24-hour period.
North Korea fires artillery towards South’s islands, prompting evacuations
South Korea condemns move as 'act of provocation that escalates tension and threatens peace on the Korean Peninsula'.
India navy says responding to Liberian-flagged vessel hijack in Arabian Sea
Navy says it has sent a warship to render assistance after the vessel issues a hijacking distress call.
‘We’ll have more’: Palestinians in Lebanon lay killed Hamas leader to rest
Palestinians refugees from across the country pay their respects to top Hamas commander Saleh al-Arouri.