South Asia
Bangladesh out of T20 World Cup after ICC’s refusal to change venues
Scotland replace Bangladesh after the BCB's request to relocate its games from India was turned down by the ICC.
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Israeli drone strike kills two children collecting firewood in Gaza
The attack hits civilians gathering firewood near Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, sources say.
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‘Remote coercion’: What has US approach been since abduction of Maduro?
Three weeks since attack, US plans focus on oil, but little clarity emerges, as analysts warn of Venezuela faultlines.
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As ceasefire deadline looms, pressure on SDF to integrate with Syrian army
Syria's foreign ministry denies government forces reached an agreement with SDF on extending the deadline.
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Trump’s imperial tantrum
Trump’s imperial rampage - the tweets, the rants, the petulance.
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Electoral violence is on the horizon in Kenya
Conditions in Kenya are ripe for the weaponisation of violence in the presidential vote. It is up to Kenyans to stop it.
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Suicide bombing at wedding in northwest Pakistan kills seven
Attack comes as Pakistani military readies for its fight against armed groups in areas along border with Afghanistan.
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‘Change is inevitable’: What is next for Iran?
Without changes and a deal with US to lift sanctions, Iran could be set for further unrest, analysts say.
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Over 8,000 flights cancelled as major winter storm bears down across US
More than a dozen states sound the alarm, declaring emergencies or urging people to stay home.
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Thousands in Minneapolis brave bitter cold to protest ICE crackdown
Protesters march in icy conditions against Trump administration's anti-immigration policies, demanding ICE leave city.
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US army says homeland, curbing China priorities; limited support for allies
A new Pentagon strategy document softens tone on traditional foes, China and Russia.
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Air France resumes Dubai flights after temporary suspension
Flights were paused after Trump said 'armada' of US warships heading towards the Middle East.
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Russia-Ukraine war live: Talks end in Abu Dhabi without breakthrough
At least one person has been killed in overnight Russian attacks on the capital and the northeastern city.
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Seven dead, dozens missing after landslide in Indonesia’s West Bandung
Latest disaster comes weeks after deadly floods and landslides left more than 1,000 people dead in Indonesia's west.
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Brazil’s Lula says Trump is attempting to ‘create a new UN’
Lula's comments come as Trump invites Netanyahu to join 'Board of Peace', with no mention of Gaza in charter.
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Turkiye’s FM Fidan says Israel ‘looking for opportunity’ to attack Iran
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says he has conveyed concerns of possible Israeli attack to leadership in Tehran.
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Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker diverted to French port by naval forces
French prosecutors say Russia-linked tanker 'Grinch' under investigation after interception in western Mediterranean.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,430
These are the key developments from day 1,430 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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In US ally Thailand, feelings of betrayal after Trump’s visa freeze
Thais who planned to build a life in the US express shock at inclusion on list of blacklisted countries.
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One survivor reported, two killed in US boat strike in the eastern Pacific
The latest bombing brings the death toll from US boat strikes to 125 since September, raising human rights concerns.
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