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Ukraine, Russia exchange more prisoners after ‘difficult night’ of attacks
The two countries swap hundreds of soldiers and civilians as Russia launches more drone attacks on Ukraine.
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Ukraine calls for new sanctions as Russia hits Kyiv amid prisoner exchanges
Overnight attacks demonstrate that Moscow is blocking a ceasefire deal to end the war, Zelenskyy says.
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Why the future of Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus administration is uncertain
Political discord over when to hold elections and growing tensions with the armed forces have left government hamstrung.
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Why the future of Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus administration is uncertain
Political discord over when to hold elections and growing tensions with the armed forces have left government hamstrung.
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Pacers-Knicks: Siakam, Indiana win Game 2 in East final
Pascal Siakam nets playoff career-high 39 points as Pacers beat New York Knicks in Game 2 of Eastern Conference finals.
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Pacers-Knicks: Siakam, Indiana win Game 2 in East final
Pascal Siakam nets playoff career-high 39 points as Pacers beat New York Knicks in Game 2 of Eastern Conference finals.
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Why did rumours of a coup sweep Ivory Coast this week?
Tensions over upcoming elections and the barring of an opposition candidate are mounting.
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UN chief says Gaza entering ‘cruellest phase’ of war as Palestinians starve
Gaza aid is mere 'teaspoon' of what is needed, says Guterres, amid widening starvation and destruction across enclave.
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Palestinians see plan to push them from land as Israel builds national park
For Israel, the park in Sebastia will be a link to their heritage. Palestinians see an attempt to force them out.
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EU vows to defend interests after Trump threatens 50 percent tariffs
EU official says trade deal 'must be guided by mutual respect, not threats' after US president threatens a huge tariff.
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Over 400 Rohingya feared drowned in two shipwrecks off Myanmar coast: UN
UNHCR says two shipwrecks on May 9 and 10 could be the 'deadliest tragedy at sea' involving Rohingya so far this year.
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Trump administration sees US universities as “a hotbed of liberalsâ€
The US administration views universities as breeding grounds for anti-MAGA views, says professor Charles Kuck.
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‘Need answers’: Will Sri Lanka’s Tamils find war closure under Dissanayake?
Tamils commemorating loved ones lost or 'disappeared' during the civil war are still waiting for answers.
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Vietnam orders ban on popular messaging app Telegram
Science and technology ministry accuses messaging app of not cooperating in combating alleged crimes committed by users.
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German woman arrested after mass stabbing at Hamburg train station
Police say four victims face life-threatening injuries, suggest suspect had suffered 'psychological emergency'.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,185
These are the key events on day 1,185 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Thailand readies homecoming for stolen ancient statues located in US museum
San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum is set to return four bronze statues from Thailand's looted Prakhon Chai hoard.
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US Steel shares soar on Trump’s apparent blessing for deal with Nippon
Investors interpreted Trump's comments to mean Nippon Steel had received his approval for its takeover.
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‘Farcical’: Venezuelan opposition denounces arrest before weekend vote
Opposition leaders have argued the detention of politician Juan Pablo Guanipa and others is meant to stifle dissent.
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DRC’s ex-president Kabila slams justice system after losing immunity
Kabila, accused of ‘treason’ and ‘war crimes’, denies government accusations of links to M23 rebel group.
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