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‘Stop killing us!’: Thousands march to protest against femicide in Kenya
The demonstration was the largest-event ever against sexual and gender-based violence in the country.
‘Taiwan independence’ an obstacle to China-US relations, says Beijing
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met to discuss bilateral relations.
Gunmen kill nine Pakistani nationals in southeastern Iran
The shootings come as Tehran and Islamabad work to normalise ties after recent tit-for-tat attacks.
Cold, rainy weather making war-wracked Gaza ‘completely uninhabitable’
UN’s human rights office warns about the impact of continued bombardment and worsening weather on civilians in Gaza.
Venezuela court disqualifies leading opposition presidential candidate
Maria Corina Machado had declared victory in the Venezuelan opposition’s presidential primary last October.
Why Lula has failed to address the Yanomami genocide
The crisis in Indigenous lands in Brazil has deep roots and cannot be resolved with half-measures.
Wildfires rage near Colombia’s capital as temperatures soar
Forest fires have destroyed more than 17,000 hectares, with blazes burning kilometres from Bogota's residential areas.
Palestinians slam suspension of UNRWA funding by some Western nations
Italy, Australia, US, Britain halt support after Israel accused UNRWA staff of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attacks.
Packed Tanzania protests offer hope but reforms remain a distant dream
Tanzanian opposition has sought constitutional reforms for 30 years but questions remain about whether they can succeed.
Brutality of oppression: Ai Weiwei speaks on Gaza, China and New York City
'Speak your thoughts loudly and without considering the consequences,' says the artist.
Femicide in Kenya: What’s causing an epidemic of violence against women?
Activists call for government to act following a series of brutal murders of women in January.
WWE’s Vince McMahon resigns after sexual assault and trafficking lawsuit
Former employee files lawsuit accusing McMahon and another executive of sexual assault, trafficking and emotional abuse.
How Israel is responding to the ICJ ruling
The ICJ's order to Israel to stop acts of genocide marks a watershed in the Gaza war.
UN Security Council to discuss ICJ ruling in Israel genocide case
Top UN court ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians but didn't call for a ceasefire.
‘Israel’s supporters have been put on notice’, say experts on ICJ verdict
But ultimately, only Israel has the power to stop the bombardment of Gaza.
US military destroys Houthi antiship missile after oil tanker attack
US says missile presented an 'imminent threat' to merchant ship and US Navy vessels in the region.
US approves sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey
The $23bn deal was finalised after Turkey's parliament ratified Sweden's long-delayed NATO membership.
‘Like a mafia’: Israeli settlers, forces squeeze Palestinian shepherds out
Palestinian farmers face increasing violence and harassment from settlers backed by Israeli forces.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 703
As the war enters its 703rd day, these are the main developments.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 113
Top UN court orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza; US and UK conduct new attacks on Houthi targets.
