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How high is the risk of conflict between Iran and…
Tehran promises a response to Israeli attack on its consulate in Syria.Iran is threatening retaliation for the Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria
Why has the UN’s climate chief set a two-year deadline…
Humanity has only two years left “to save the world”, United Nations executive climate secretary Simon Stiell said this week. As more people worldwide deal
Elephant in the room: Why Botswana, Namibia want fewer of…
They might be an awesome sight to see from a safe distance on safari as they lumber around with their big, lopping ears and long trunks, but for those who live
Iran’s IRGC seizes ‘Israeli-linked’ ship near Strait of Hormuz
Tehran, Iran – Iranian armed forces have seized a container ship near the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions across the region after a deadly Israeli attac
Marcos Jr treads fine line with China as Philippines deepens…
Manila, Philippines – Against a backdrop of rising tension in the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila, the leaders of Japan, the Philippines and the Un
Red Cross: Do not normalise what is happening in Gaza
ICRC Regional Director Fabrizio Carboni discusses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the risks facing aid workers.The humanitarian situation in Gaza is reachin
Are more European nations finally moving to recognise Palestine statehood?
The premiers of Spain and Ireland are set to meet on Friday to discuss a collective plan to recognise Palestinian statehood. This meeting comes as the death tol
Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State…
Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and Burkina Faso.Russian military trainers have arrived in Niger with an air de
Will Gaza be safer if Netanyahu quit as Israel PM?…
As Israel’s war on Gaza drags on, criticism appears to be centring on embattled Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu, a man indicted on multiple corruption charg
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 778
As the war enters its 778th day, these are the main developments.Here is the situation on Friday, April 12, 2024. Fighting Russian missiles and drones destroye
Why the fall of Myawaddy, Myanmar’s ‘gateway’ to Thailand, is…
REPORTER'S NOTEBOOKAnti-coup fighters say they’ve taken control of the eastern border town, sending the last soldiers scurrying to withdraw.The town of Myawad
Singapore ‘tightens screws’ on Myanmar generals with arms trade crackdown
Bangkok, Thailand – Singapore has responded to United Nations pressure by cracking down on sales of weapons through its territory to Myanmar, delivering a ser
