China’s defence minister visits Russia and Belarus in show of support
Beijing says visit underscores drive by China and Russia to align foreign policies to undermine West-led world order.
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Dozens of people missing after Myanmar mine landslide
Mine debris sweeps workers into a lake in the remote town of Hpakant, the centre of Myanmar's jade industry.
‘I saw many bodies that day’: Protester recounts Rabaa massacre 10 years on
Now settled in the UK, Amr Hashad says he sees no future for Egypt as long as the authorities evade justice.
Suspected air strike kills two dozen people in Ethiopia’s Amhara region
The conflict is Ethiopia's biggest security crisis since a two-year civil war in the Tigray region ended in November.
Trump hits out at Georgia district attorney as fourth indictment looms
Former US president could soon face charges in state of Georgia over his efforts to overturn 2020 election results.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 537
These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 537th day.
N Korea’s Kim orders ‘drastic boost’ in production of missiles, shells
Kim Jong Un inspected factories producing tactical missiles, mobile launch platforms and armoured vehicles.
UN forces in Mali speed up withdrawal as security deteriorates
UN's impending pullout has fuelled tensions between Mali's military gov't and rebel Coordination of Azawad Movements.
Musk not serious about cage fight; time to move on, Zuckerberg says
Rival billionaire tech bosses apparently agreed to a brawl in June when Elon Musk tweeted he was 'up for a cage fight'.
Family killed in Russian shelling in Ukraine’s Kherson
A couple, their 23-day-old baby and 12-year-old son were killed in Russian attack on Shyroka Balka village.
Iran’s Shiraz shrine comes under second deadly attack in months
Last year's attack, for which two people convicted of being linked with ISIL were executed, left 13 dead and 40 injured.
Niger coup leader agrees to hold direct talks with ECOWAS: Nigerian scholar
Nigerian Islamic scholars meet Niger coup leaders as regional bloc ECOWAS explores options to restore civilian rule.
Miss Universe cuts ties with Indonesia chapter after alleged strip searches
Women say all 30 finalists for Miss Universe Indonesia were unexpectedly asked to strip for body checks for scars.
Pakistan security forces kill 2 after attack on Chinese convoy
The separatist Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack on a convoy of Chinese workers.
Scenes of devastation as wildfire burns Hawaii resort town
The confirmed deaths from the Maui blaze has risen to 93, making it the deadliest wildfire in more than 100 years.
Israel says no Jerusalem base for Saudi envoy to Palestinian Authority
Israel says the new ambassador can meet Palestinian officials but will have no fixed presence.
Argentinians vote in presidential primary: What to know
Argentinian set to decide who will go head-to-head in October's general election as the country faces soaring inflation.
Hawaii death toll rises to 93, making it deadliest US wildfire in 100 years
Resort town of Lahaina, home to more than 12,000, reduced to ruins by horrific inferno that swept through the US island.
Slain Ecuador candidate’s running mate picked to run for presidency
Andrea Gonzalez to contest the August 20 polls in place of Fernando Villavicencio, his party announced.
China vows ‘forceful measures’ as Taiwan’s William Lai arrives in US
Beijing condemns William Lai's stopover in US, describing him as a separatist and 'troublemaker through and through'.