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Civilian casualties in Ukraine up sharply in 2025, UN monitor says
An increase in the use of long-range weapons by Russia has led to more casualties in Ukraine, according to a UN monitor.
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Sudan redeploys army to retake Kordofan and Darfur from RSF
Sudan's army is redeploying forces to regain territory in Kordofan and Darfur from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces
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Cuban president says no talks with US amid Trump’s escalating threats
Diaz-Canel rejects Trump’s threats, emphasising Cuba's independence and commitment to defending its sovereignty.
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Israel considers plan to expand settlement in occupied East Jerusalem
Israeli municipal authorities are discussing plans to advance an illegal settlement in occupied East Jerusalem.
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Venezuela says over 100 political prisoners released; pope meets Machado
Penitentiary Services Ministry says those freed had been 'deprived of their liberty' for disruptive acts.
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Egypt vs Senegal: AFCON semifinal – team news, start time and lineups
Pre-tournament favourites Senegal face AFCON's most successful team in Wednesday's eagerly awaited first semifinal.
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Los Angeles police arrest man who drove through Iran protesters
LAPD say they are looking into “assault with a deadly weapon” charges after a drove truck through Iran protesters.
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Iran rejects Trump bomb threats after protest deaths
Violent protests and a fierce security crackdown have killed hundreds of people in Iran.
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What we know about the protests sweeping Iran
Crackdown on protests in Iran has resulted in multiple deaths and an internet blackout.
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Syrian forces search for explosives, weapons after SDF pulls out of Aleppo
Residents start returning to areas previously controlled by SDF fighters after their withdrawal from the city.
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Yemen’s Saudi-backed government retakes southern areas from STC: What next?
PLC takes control of southern Yemen, but challenges for a united Yemen remain amid Houthi control of Sanaa.
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Why is Bosnia sending troops to Gaza?
Bosnians overwhelmingly support Palestine. And yet their elite want to help legitimise a 'peace' plan favouring Israel.
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Writers declare solidarity with prisoners on hunger strike for Palestine
Global writers and scholars have shown their support to hunger striking prisoners from the Palestine Action group.
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Israeli quadcopter kills three in Gaza’s Khan Younis; police chief slain
Despite a ceasefire that began on October 10, the Israeli army continues daily attacks on the enclave.
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Are we overestimating the value of AI?
Billions are being poured into advancing AI, despite big losses. Is an AI bubble forming, and what happens if it bursts?
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Myanmar Rohingya genocide case begins at International Court
The UN’s top court is hearing a genocide case against Myanmar, accused of mass killings of Rohingya Muslims.
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AFCON 2025 organisers investigate clashes at Nigeria, Morocco games
Organisers warn of disciplinary action against players, team officials and journalists if found guilty of wrongdoing.
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Displaced citizens without a vote Myanmar’s election
Many of the millions of people displaced by fighting in Myanmar won’t vote in elections held by a military government.
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How the rich are fuelling the climate crisis for everyone else
Billionaires own assets that emit more carbon in minutes than others do in lifetimes. The poor pay the cost.
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Which countries host the largest Venezuelan populations?
About 8 million Venezuelans, or a quarter of the population, have fled their country in recent years.
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