Senegal prime minister decries Morocco’s jailing of fans after AFCON final
Morocco sentenced 18 Senegalese football fans last Thursday following disturbances at the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Syria faces twin battles as Assad loyalists and ISIL attack in west, east
A shadowy armed group linked to regime remnants launched an attack on security positions in Latakia.
Rescuers search for missing after storm deluge kills 30 in Brazil
Record rains trigger floods and landslides in Brazil, killing 30 as rescuers search for dozens missing.
Fact-checking Donald Trump’s State of the Union address
The US president exaggerates on economy and immigration amid sagging popularity before the crucial midterm elections.
Australian leader evacuated from residence following bomb threat linked to opponents of group banned in China – CNN
- Australian leader evacuated from residence following bomb threat linked to opponents of group banned in China CNN
- Chinese dance group's tour triggers bomb threat against Australian PM BBC
- Bomb threat against Australia PM linked to banned Chinese dance group Reuters
- Federal politics: Anthony Albanese urges country to 'turn the heat down' after bomb threat — as it happened Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- What is Shen Yun – the Chinese dance troupe that received a bomb threat causing the evacuation of the Lodge? The Guardian
South Africa secures return of 11 men ‘lured’ into Russia-Ukraine war
South African President Ramaphosa expresses 'heartfelt gratitude' to Russia's Putin for support in repatriating men.
Bodo/Glimt knock out Inter Milan, continue fairytale Champions League run
The Norwegian team of no stars with a tiny budget have moved onto the last 16 of the world's biggest club competition.
Chinese dance group’s tour triggers bomb threat against Australian PM
The group was told to cancel its performances or explosives would be set off at Anthony Albanese's house.
Germany’s Merz arrives in China for two-day visit with focus on trade
Merz says he wants to deepen trade relationship while making it fairer during visit where several agreements are signed.
FIFA and UEFA accused of aiding war crimes
FIFA and UEFA presidents are accused of aiding war crimes over the support of Israeli football clubs in OWB.
UNSC condemns RSF attacks in Sudan’s Kordofan, calls for an end to the war
Security Council decries atrocities in Sudan, including mass killings, sexual violence and attacks on aid workers.
FIFA boss confident about Mexico World Cup despite violence
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says he has “complete confidence” in Mexico’s ability to host World Cup matches
Record 129 press members killed in 2025; Israel responsible for 2/3 of deaths – Committee to Protect Journalists
- Record 129 press members killed in 2025; Israel responsible for 2/3 of deaths Committee to Protect Journalists
- Israel responsible for two-thirds of record 129 press killings in 2025, says CPJ The Guardian
- Israel kills more journalists than any nation on record: Media watchdog Al Jazeera
- Record 129 journalists and media workers killed in 2025, mostly by Israel, says CPJ Reuters
- Journalist deaths reach new high in 2025 — CPJ DW.com
Don’t break up NewJeans and I’ll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss
Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".
Massive explosions at border patrol ammunition depot in Thailand
A series of explosions tore through an ammunition depot belonging to Thailand’s Border Patrol Police in Surin.
Xi’s purges of Chinese military run deep, raising questions of readiness, think tank says – CNN
- Xi’s purges of Chinese military run deep, raising questions of readiness, think tank says CNN
- Analysis: Rumors abound over Xi's next purge target ahead of NPC Nikkei Asia
- How China’s Xi Purged His ‘Big Brother’ to Achieve Absolute Power WSJ
- China military purge taking toll on command and readiness, study finds Reuters
- The Purges Within China’s Military Are Even Deeper Than You Think ChinaPower Project
Amid US military build, Trump says he prefers diplomatic solution with Iran
Trump strikes belligerent tone on Iran during State of the Union, but says he would prefer a diplomatic solution.
Venezuela reports over 3,200 people fully released under new amnesty law
Venezuela's National Assembly says thousands of people have regained freedom under a new amnesty law.
Sri Lanka’s former intelligence chief arrested over 2019 Easter attacks
Investigators say Suresh Sallay aided and conspired in the deadly Easter Sunday attacks that killed nearly 300 people.
Key takeaways from Trump’s State of the Union speech
Trump's hardline stance on Iran and nuclear weapons, alongside foreign policy moves, dominate key moments of his speech.