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US says helped Israel thwart Iranian attack, reasserts ‘ironclad’ support

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 20:41
Biden administration's failure to pressure Israel to end Gaza war pushed Middle East to regional war, analysts say.

Claudia Sheinbaum sworn in as Mexico’s first female president

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 20:07
Sheinbaum begins six year term, taking over from Morena party ally Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.

Iran fires dozens of missiles at Israel

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 19:39
Videos show dozens of missiles flying over Tel Aviv, some of them landing.

Israel’s war on Lebanon triggers unprecedented displacement crisis

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 18:16
Civilians have fled Israel's relentless bombing and looming invasion, triggering a humanitarian catastrophe.

Iran launches missiles at Israel

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 18:12
Live video from Tel Aviv showed a barrage of projectiles that the Israeli military says were Iranian missiles.

Iran launches missile attack against Israel

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 18:00
Iran’s IRGC says tens of missiles fired in retaliaition for the killing of Hezbollah, Hamas and IRGC officials.

Israel’s ground offensive in Lebanon

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 17:57
Israel says it’s conducting “limited incursions” into southern Lebanon.

How does Hezbollah function – and what arsenal does it have?

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 17:33
A simple guide to the Lebanese armed group which also enjoys significant political power.

Who are US vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance?

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 17:30
The two candidates offer insights into the trends and forces on the rise in the Democratic and Republican parties.

Thousands of dockworkers shut down US east coast ports in major strike

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 17:22
Dockworkers shut down traffic at 36 ports on the US's eastern seaboard, demanding better wages and job protections.

WikiLeaks founder Assange says ‘pleaded guilty to journalism’ to be freed

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 17:22
The WikiLeaks founder warns freedom of expression is at a 'dark crossroads' in address to the Council of Europe.

Has Israel launched a ground operation into Lebanon?

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 16:39
As Israel intensifies its attacks on Lebanon, we examine its motives and what is known so far.

PM Barnier tells parliament France must trim its ‘colossal’ debt

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 16:05
New French PM promises 'targeted tax hikes' and spending cuts in order to cut budget deficit, national debt.

Nigerians decry ‘anti-poor’ measures in new protests against the government

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:45
The country's highest food inflation levels in decades have pushed businesses to shutter and forced many to go hungry.

Why did Israel attack Lebanon’s biggest Palestinian refugee camp?

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:34
The attack on Ein el-Hilweh was the first on Palestinian refugee camps since Israel escalated its operations in Lebanon.

Jordan divided on Hezbollah, but united against Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:27
'Shock and despair' over the bombing of Beirut is expected to give way to huge anti-Israel protests in the coming days.

Doctors in India’s Kolkata resume strike, demand action on safety

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 15:18
The physicians say their demands for hospital safety improvements have not been met.

UN General Assembly: What did world leaders say about Israel’s war on Gaza?

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 14:58
Here's what world leaders said during the annual UNGA session about Israel’s war on Gaza.

Meet Fatima Sana – Pakistan’s new fast-bowling cricket captain

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 14:45
From playing cricket on Karachi's streets to leading Pakistan at the World Cup, 22-year-old Sana's rise has been swift.

Longest living former US President Jimmy Carter turns 100

Tue, 10/01/2024 - 14:37
Carter served only one term but built lasting legacy of promoting human rights, including through criticism of Israel.

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