South Asia
‘War criminal’: Arab Americans rebuff Biden campaign outreach over Gaza
US Arab officials in swing state of Michigan say they will not discuss 2024 elections with Gaza 'genocide unfolding'.
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Will Israel obey the ruling of the UN’s top court?
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza.
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US, Iraq begin formal talks on winding down US-led military coalition
There are about 2,500 US troops still deployed in Iraq as part of the coalition formed in 2014 to help defeat ISIL.
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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.
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‘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.
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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.
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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.
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Venezuela court disqualifies leading opposition presidential candidate
Maria Corina Machado had declared victory in the Venezuelan opposition’s presidential primary last October.
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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.
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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.
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Palestinians condemn suspension of UNRWA funding by Western nations
Australia, UK, US and others halt support after Israel accused UNRWA staff of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attacks.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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‘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.
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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.
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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.
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