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UK blacklists mercenary groups in Africa in latest sanctions against Russia
'Strikes at heart of Putin's war machine' also target people involved in Ukraine war and Salisbury nerve agent attack.
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‘Too early to rejoice’: Why Russia isn’t celebrating Trump win – yet
Russia will gain from Trump's pressure on Ukraine to negotiate a ceasefire but is unsure about how much he can do.
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Iran’s Khamenei: Hamas and Hezbollah resistance means ‘defeat’ for Israel
Khamenei said groups backed by Tehran have managed to increasingly repel Israel over four decades in Gaza and Lebanon.
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At least 40 killed in Israeli strikes on eastern Lebanon
The series of attacks came after Hezbollah’s new leader said he did not think 'political action' would end the war.
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‘Endless’ wars: What Israel’s political drama means for Gaza, Lebanon
According to analysts, the sacking of Yoav Gallant removes the loudest voice in the room calling for a ceasefire.
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Don’t dare blame Arab and Muslim Americans for Trump’s victory
We did not betray the Democratic Party, the Democratic Party betrayed us.
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Israeli parliament passes law to deport relatives of ‘terrorists’
Family members could be deported for expressing support for or withholding information about a 'terror' incident.
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Asia Pacific leaders hail Trump as questions swirl around regional security
China's Xi Jinping says superpowers must 'get along', while Indonesia's Prabowo lauds 'immense potential' of US ties.
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Breaking the cycle of child physical punishment in the Philippines
A photographer explores the persistence of 'pamamalo' or corporal punishment through the stories of three mothers.
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PSG fans’ ‘Free Palestine’ tifo draws criticism from French minister
The Paris club's ultras fans unfurl a huge banner in support of Palestine and Lebanon during a Champions League match.
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Indonesia’s Laki-Laki erupts eight times as gov’t eyes permanent relocation
Amid the scramble for shelters, the authorities plan to move thousands of remaining residents from the danger zone.
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Trump’s election deepens Ukraine’s pessimism as Russia war rages
The mood among servicemen is sombre as a military expert predicts Ukraine has about eight months left of military aid.
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Raging US wildfires fuelled by strong winds destroy homes in California
Wildfires have spread in California, where thousands of residents have been ordered to evacuate as homes burned.
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US reinstates plea deals for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, other 9/11 suspects
Military judge rules Defense Secretary Austin did not have the authority to rescind plea agreements with three accused.
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Video: Germany’s ruling coalition collapses after finance minister sacked
Germany’s ruling coalition has collapsed after Chancellor Olaf Scholz sacked his finance minister over budget disputes.
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The Elon Musk effect: How Donald Trump gained from billionaire’s support
Tech tycoon played pivotal role in Trump win, pumping money into campaign and using X to megaphone hardline MAGA views.
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South Korea says ‘not ruling out’ supplying weapons to Ukraine
President Yoon signals shift based on Pyongyang's support for Russia and says would 'prioritise defensive weapons'.
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Inflation versus wages: Trump’s stunning comeback explained in two charts
The rise in prices under the Biden administration proved fatal for Kamala Harris's election hopes.
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More than 420,000 children affected by record drought in Amazon: UN
UNICEF chief urges leaders at the upcoming COP29 summit in Azerbaijan to increase climate financing for children.
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Raygun retires from competitive breakdancing after Paris Olympics backlash
The Australian, ridiculed for her kangaroo hops at the games, says competing has become 'really difficult' for her.
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