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Soaring fuel prices in Pakistan threaten economic and political crises
A huge increase in Pakistan's fuel import bill from $300m to $800m is putting more pressure on the economy.
Russia has given Iran something more important than weapons
Russia's political backing and objection to escalation have proved much more consequential in shaping the conflict.
Israel kills nine people in southern Lebanon despite ‘ceasefire’
Israeli attacks and threats on southern Lebanon escalate, as Lebanese government calls out Israel's ceasefire violations
Tunisia’s jailed opposition leader Ghannouchi rushed to hospital
Jailed Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi is rushed to hospital, as his party demands his immediate release.
Kenya gives hero’s welcome to marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe
President Ruto gifts him $62,000 and a car after the runner’s aircraft receives a water cannon salute in Nairobi.
World’s top media outlets urge Israel to allow independent access to Gaza
Israel continues to deny foreign reporters access to the Gaza Strip despite a 'ceasefire' being in place.
$25bn or $1 trillion: How much has Iran war really cost the US?
Heated exchange on Capitol Hill reflects growing unease among lawmakers over a lack of transparency in cost of Iran war.
Press freedom worldwide falls to its lowest level in 25 years
Reporters Without Borders warns that 'journalism is increasingly criminalised worldwide'.
Environmental disaster fears grip Russia as Ukraine targets oil refineries
Ukrainian forces have hammered one of Russia's largest sites in Tuapse, causing oil spills and black rain.
Rise in caesarean section births in Gaza brings danger and infection risks
Caesarean Awareness Month is marked in April. Conditions in Gaza can lead to risks for mothers who undergo the procedure