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Veteran dissident who refused exile released
Mikola Statkevich, who spent more than five years in prison in his native Belarus, is now recovering from a stroke at home, his wife says.
Trump's Board of Peace members pledge $7bn in Gaza relief
Trump said it "looks like" Hamas will disarm, even though there are signs the group is regrouping.
US-Iran tension: Why Tehran may choose confrontation over 'surrender'
The Iranian leadership is weighing up whether resisting US demands is the best option for its survival.
Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached
The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme.
Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide', UN says
A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.
Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.
Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.
Woman accused of using ChatGPT to plan drug murders
The 21-year-old woman is accused by authorities in South Korea of secretly administering drinks containing drugs to three men in their 20s.
Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says
Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.
South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt
Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.
South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt
Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court.
Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal
The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal.
Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide', UN says
A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.
White House presses Iran to make deal, while ramping up military presence
US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.
White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence
US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.
Float featuring Brazil's Lula comes last at Rio Carnival
See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.
Float featuring Brazil's Lula comes last at Rio Carnival
See the floats from the famous festival as the city's top samba schools compete for first prize.
Australian presenter apologises for drinking before slurred Olympics report
Danika Mason also blamed the cold, after talking about coffee and iguanas in her live cross.
The teacher who won $1m for turning India's slums into open-air classrooms
Rouble Nagi has spent the last three decades promoting learning among India's marginalised communities.
Musk cuts Starlink access for Russian forces - giving Ukraine an edge at the front
Ukrainian troops say Russian forces are suffering setbacks without access to Elon Musk's system.