Polls open in Gabon general election, a test of support for Bongo
President Ali Bongo is seeking a third seven-year term in office to extend his family's 56-year grip on power.
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Analysis: Tunisia isolated, but migration realpolitik keeps Europe onside
US and EU concerned with state of Tunisia's democracy but will ultimately retain ties, analysts say.
US-Iran relations: Why did the prisoner exchange deal happen now?
Critics have argued that the US has given into Iranian blackmail by agreeing to a prisoner exchange deal.
British Museum director resigns, admits to failings in theft investigation
Museum's director Hartwig Fischer says that he did not take warning of theft from museum collection seriously enough.
Belarusian leader Lukashenko says he warned Wagner chiefs to ‘watch out’
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko says he told Yevgeny Prigozhin and Dmitry Utkin: 'Lads - you watch out'.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 549
As the war enters its 549th day, these are the main developments.
Russia destroys drone near Moscow in latest attack on Russian capital
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin says air defence systems destroyed a drone in the Istra district west of Moscow.
Australia, Philippines hold military drills, plan South China Sea patrols
Approximately 1,200 Australian soldiers and 560 Filipino marines took part in military exercises to storm a beach.
Severe storm sparks tornadoes, kills five people in US state of Michigan
The weather system is responsible for spawning at least six tornadoes, downing power lines and causing fatal crashes.
Harare residents fear violence as questions simmer over Zimbabwe election
Tensions remain high as voting tabulation continues in Zimbabwe's presidential race and critics question police raids.
What challenges lie ahead for Guatemala’s President-elect Arevalo?
The conservative National Unity of Peace party has filed a complaint alleging inconsistencies in the August 20 election.
Libya’s LNA launches operations against Chad rebels along border
Civil unrest in Libya has seen rival leaders forge alliances with rebel factions in neighbouring Chad and Sudan.
Anti-government protests in Syria continue for sixth day
Economic frustration brings out protesters across Syria, including in areas still under the control of al-Assad.
Niger military rulers order France ambassador to leave the country
Military government also authorised troops from neighbouring Mali and Burkina Faso to come to its defence if attacked.
US court battles ramp up over state transgender healthcare restrictions
Several courts allow US state governments to enforce restrictions, with more rulings on the horizon.
‘All my fortune was there’: Fires devastate Greek livelihoods and wildlife
Last week’s fire around Alexandroupolis was Europe’s worst in years.
Analysis: What do BRICS invitations mean for the Middle East?
Saudi Arabia, UAE look to balance relations between east and west, while Iran, Egypt look to benefit financially.
Indian wrestling federation suspended after harassment scandal
World body announces suspension over India's failure to hold elections after its federation chief criminally charged.
Q&A: Maui wildfires ‘an acceleration of injustices’ long felt on island
Al Jazeera speaks to Kaniela Ing, director of Green New Deal Network, about devastating Hawaii blazes and what's next.
Ex-French leader Sarkozy faces 2025 trial over alleged Libya corruption
The former president will be tried over allegations he took money from late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2007.