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Pope Leo XIV ‘deeply saddened’ by Gaza, calls for aid and a ceasefire
In his first Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV has appealed to world powers for ‘no more war.'
Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia’s Mogadishu, killing seven
Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.
Trump offers to work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir ‘solution’
US president offers to mediate between nuclear-armed neighbours days after his administration helps broker a ceasefire.
Iran says nuclear enrichment ‘non-negotiable’ before US talks in Oman
Foreign minister says civilian enrichment cannot be subjected to any deal as Tehran and Washington set to hold talks.
Week in Pictures: From India-Pakistan fighting to V-E Day anniversary
A roundup of some of last week’s events.
Bangladesh bans activities of Awami League, the party of ousted PM Hasina
The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters and establish national unity.
Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk says she will continue to pursue her case
Student freed from US detention after writing Gaza opinion piece says she has 'faith in American system of justice'.
At least 21 die in Sri Lanka after bus carrying pilgrims veers off cliff
The accident takes place near the town of Kotmale, about 140km (86 miles) east of Colombo.
Albania votes in general elections as PM Edi Rama seeks a fourth term
A weary electorate votes in parliamentary elections after campaign dominated by EU hopes and political corruption.
‘Difficult ceasefire’: Guns silent, but will the India-Pakistan truce hold?
While residents along India's border areas remain on the edge, experts say the fragile peace does not promise much.