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Who are the groups controlling Yemen?
The Southern Transitional Council says it now controls eight governorates in southern Yemen.
I Love You More: The Search for a Father in Syria’s Lost Memories
Against Syria’s war, director Nour Alkheder seeks her father in her memories, rebuilding fragments of an uprooted life.
How did China’s trade surplus hit $1 trillion?
Donald Trump’s trade tariffs have failed to hold back China's export dominance, which scaled new heights in November.
How India plans to continue buying Russian oil despite sanctions
Indian imports of Russian oil have soared since the start of the war in Ukraine.
World Cup 2026: Iran objects to ‘Pride Match’ branding for Egypt game
Iran's football boss has labelled World Cup game chosen by organisers as an LGBTQ 'Pride Match' as an 'irrational move'.
New Cambodia-Thailand clash: What’s up with the other wars Trump ‘ended’?
The US president claimed credit for ending eight wars but not all peace deals have survived.
What’s changed in Sudan after the Rapid Support Forces’ control of Heglig?
RSF’s control of the Heglig oilfield means government has lost the most important oil facility in the country.
Lithuania declares state of emergency over smuggler balloons from Belarus
Move comes with concern rife that Minsk, alongside ally Russia, is using hybrid warfare and testing NATO.
Who are the separatists that claim control of all south Yemen?
Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council says it's taken control of the south, raising fears it will declare independence.
Cambodia-Thailand conflict may enter “much deeper” phase
"Domestic politics seems to get the better of the people on both sides."