Ecuador’s president orders the army to go after gangs newly listed as terrorist organisations after TV station takeover.

Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis trade barbs over Ukraine, Israel support as frontrunner Donald Trump holds muted town hall.

China lodges 'solemn representations' after Chinese shops targeted and some citizens injured after day of chaos.

Once political outsiders, Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party is now seen as 'establishment' by younger voters.

As the war enters its 687th day, these are the main developments.

Resolution backed by 11 members also calls for the immediate release of the seized Galaxy Leader's multinational crew.

Critics question whether Blinken's trip is an exercise in 'face-saving' as US faces criticism over stance in Gaza war.

South Africa is taking Israel to the International Court of Justice accusing it of crimes of genocide in Gaza

Video shows the moments after an Israeli strike destroyed a residential building in central Gaza.

City streets deserted after gangs take prison staff hostage, set off explosions, briefly seize TV station live on air.

South Africa launches a legal battle against Israel at the top court of the United Nations.

US secretary of state travelled to the occupied West Bank during his fourth trip to the region since Gaza war began.

The UN says it remains 'ready' to deliver aid to Gaza, calls on Israel to approve access requests.

The 47-year-old writer says verbal, physical abuse prominent against prisoners in Israeli jails following October 7.

Critics are concerned platforms like Kalshi's plans to offer bets on upcoming elections could sway the outcome.

The complete list of fixtures for the AFC Asian Cup 2023 in Qatar, with the stadiums and kick off times.

Secret vote held after 13 African members could not agree on a candidate, as some criticise Rabat's rights record.

The order, less than a month before the election, could be challenged in Pakistan's Supreme Court.

On top of approaching tanks and bombings, quadcopters have been shooting at helpless displaced civilians on the ground.

Several passengers reportedly taken after helicopter lands in territory controlled by the armed group.