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‘Mandate thieves’: New Pakistan government takes shape amid slew of jabs
PMLN and PPP will lead a six-party coalition that has a comfortable majority. PTI accuses them of stealing the mandate.
Turkey’s Erdogan, Egypt’s Sisi meet in Cairo
For the first time in over a decade the presidents of Turkey and Egypt have met in Cairo.
What Palestinians in Gaza are teaching Muslims worldwide
They shouldn't need to demonstrate resolve and strength. Yet they are, in ways that offer lessons to the rest of us.
Israel forces Palestinians to leave Gaza hospital
Dozens of Palestinians have been filmed leaving Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis.
Russia’s Putin signs law to seize assets of those who discredit military
Latest attempt to crush dissent comes into effect ahead of presidential elections in March.
Rocket fire from Lebanon causes casualties in Israel
A barrage of rockets fired from Lebanon hit northern Israel on Wednesday.
Defence spending boost to see 18 NATO members hit target in 2024
War in Ukraine and potential for US isolationism under a new Trump presidency has sent defence spending rise rapidly.
Tear gas and rubber bullets as Indian farmers march on Delhi
These protests are a continuation of demonstrations two years ago, which lasted for many months and killed 600 people.
Turkey rescuers battle to save workers trapped in landslide-hit gold mine
Disaster highlights country's poor safety record, as previous calls to shut down Copler mine went unheeded.
Israel’s unrelenting war on Gaza healthcare requires urgent action
Israel's targeted attacks on Gaza healthcare workers and infrastructure are acts of genocide.
The toddler amputees of Israel’s war on Gaza – Hoor Nusseir
Hoor Nusseir has lost her parents, brothers and her hands in an Israeli bombing on Deir el-Balah.
Biden’s homeland security chief Alejandro Mayorkas impeached: What’s next?
Alejandro Mayorkas impeached in the House but likely to be acquitted in Senate as Biden calls the move unconstitutional.
Spanish folk festival participants burn Israeli flag
An Israeli flag was burned by people taking part in this carnival in the north of Spain.
Iran condemns ‘terrorist’ attack on gas pipelines
The explosions, including on a mainline gas route, come amid raised tension around the region.
Paint and tears: Northwest Syria commemorates 2023 earthquakes
An exhibition commemorating the disaster remembers heroes, losses and pain.
Exploited, abused, trapped: The lives of Italy’s South Asian rose sellers
Street sellers bring moments of joy to enamoured couples but their journeys and struggles are far from romantic.
Ukraine claims critical strike on Russian warship
The attack came as Ukraine's new military chief toured the front lines.
Why is France revoking birthright citizenship in Mayotte?
France announces constitutional amendment aimed at curbing immigration in its overseas territory near Madagascar.
Turkey and Egypt aiming to extend diplomatic thaw at Cairo summit
Presidents Erdogan and el-Sisi bring decades of diplomatic rancour to a close at Cairo meeting.