Top Iran official accuses Israel of trying to sabotage US talks
Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani accuses Israel of sabotaging US nuclear talks to spark a destabilising regional war.
Counting begins as polls close in landmark Bangladesh election
Vote counting is under way in Bangladesh after polls closed, with officials reporting turnout just under 48%.
Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told
Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told Pakistan Supreme Court orders medical review after report reveals severe vision loss of jailed former premier. Former…
In Aleppo, art bridges Syria’s war divisions
In Aleppo, Syria, an artists’ collective is bringing Syrians from different religious and political backgrounds together
India vs Pakistan: Why it’s going ahead
India vs Pakistan will finally go ahead at the T20 World Cup. Samantha Johnson looks at the U-turn.
Syrian army takes control of al-Tanf military base as US troops pull out
Syrian army takes control of al-Tanf military base as US troops pull out Syria’s defence ministry says its forces have taken control of the strategic base amid coordination with the…
At least 21 dead in ferry sinking in northern Sudan’s River Nile State
At least 21 dead in ferry sinking in northern Sudan’s River Nile State At least six people have been rescued, while efforts are ongoing to locate about a dozen people…
Africa must boycott the 2026 World Cup
Africa must boycott the 2026 World Cup Just as it boycotted the Olympics to isolate apartheid South Africa, the continent must now confront US support for Israel’s war on Gaza.…
UN begins clearing massive wartime waste dump in Gaza City
The UN Development Programme has begun clearing a massive wartime waste dump in Gaza City.
Bangladesh election results live: Polls formally close, counting under way
The landmark election determines the country’s leadership and return to democracy following a 2024 student-led uprising.