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What to know about Syria’s new caretaker government

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 17:27
The challenges ahead are myriad as the government seeks to keep Syria running while preparing for transition.

Authorities say 22 rescued from Afghanistan mine collapse

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 17:09
No casualties reported after hours-long rescue in Samangan province in northern Afghanistan.

South Korean leaders seek calm after President Yoon’s impeachment

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 16:54
Main opposition party says it will not seek to impeach the acting president after martial law attempt.

The cost of mass deportation from the US

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 16:42
One of Donald Trump's campaign promises was removing migrants -- but can he afford to do it?

Israel to close embassy in Ireland after Dublin backs Gaza genocide case

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 16:38
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris called the decision to close the embassy 'deeply regrettable'.

Deadly Israeli attack on Gaza school highlights war on Palestinian children

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 15:29
School-age children and younger have been attacked and killed as they sheltered in classrooms in Gaza City.

The genocide kills dreams, not just people

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 15:25
On October 18, an Israeli bomb killed Palestinian artist Mahasen Al-Khateeb, her art, her dreams and her aspirations.

Rwanda, DR Congo peace talks hit snag as mediator Angola calls off meeting

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 15:18
DRC presidency says talks had hit deadlock over a Rwandan demand for DRC direct dialogue with M23.

Video: Cheers and criticism as South Korea’s parliament impeaches President

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 15:06
South Koreans have expressed a range of opinions about the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol.

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 14:35
Providing funding to a repressive regime to construct the ‘highest dam in the world’ is a recipe for disaster.

Why is the PA raiding Jenin camp, fighting the Jenin Brigades?

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 14:33
The Palestinian Authority surrounded the camp before launching a raid.

Kenya’s devastating drought is the worst in 40 years

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 14:05
The extreme conditions are leaving millions without food or clean water.

Ball-kicking protesters in Georgia decry new president Mikheil Kavelashvili

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 13:38
Georgia’s ruling party has selected former football player Mikheil Kavelashvili as the country’s new president.

Five ‘Bali Nine’ ring members return to Australia after 19 years in prison

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 13:34
Diplomatic efforts have resolved a saga that strained relations between the two countries.

Lazzarini: Can UNRWA survive Israel’s campaign and funding cuts?

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 13:20
Philippe Lazzarini discusses UNRWA’s future amid Israeli accusations, funding cuts, and Gaza’s deepening crisis.

Mauritius issues arrest warrant against former central bank governor

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 13:19
Harvesh Kumar Seegolam faces questions in a probe into alleged conspiracy to defraud case.

Israel’s expansion ambition

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 13:10
Does the growth of Israeli settlements and military expansion threaten a viable Palestinian state?

Syria’s schools reopen a week after al-Assad’s overthrow

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:57
Officials said most schools were opening around the country, a week after the dramatic overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.

At Kenya’s ‘Maasai Olympics’, women run to bridge the gender gap

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:53
Organisers encourage more women to participate in the annual event traditionally dominated by men.

Israeli forces storm Gaza school sheltering displaced, killing at least 15

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:01
Remaining displaced, many women and children, reportedly being forced out of Khalil Oweida School by Israeli forces.

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