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US issues demands to new Syrian government in exchange for sanctions relief
Reuters has reported the US called for the destruction of chemical weapons and a ban on foreign fighters in top roles.
Indonesia beat Bahrain in crucial World Cup qualifier
Indonesia move clear in fourth spot in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Asia with 1-0 win against Bahrain.
A timeline of Israel’s weaponisation of aid to Gaza
Israel is again starving Palestinians in Gaza as its renewed bombardment kills hundreds, many of them children.
Russia and Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea strikes, US says
Ukraine defence minister says Kyiv will view movement of Russian military vessels beyond eastern Black Sea as violation.
Renewed fighting in DR Congo as regional powers step up ceasefire efforts
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels battle pro-government fighters in North Kivu and South Kivu province after truce talks.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal released from detention
Ballal, co-director of No Other Land, had been detained by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank.
French actor Depardieu admits grabbing woman, denies sexual assault
French actor Gerard Depardieu says he grabbed by the hips a woman who has accused him of sexual abuse.
Trends, trash and truth: Fast fashion phenomena
Fast fashion fuels trends at low prices, but at what cost?
Can reconstruction ever begin in Gaza?
Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza. Is rebuilding even possible? This week, we ask UN expert Paula Gaviria.
Canada warns of election threats from China, Russia, India and Pakistan
Beijing is 'highly likely' to attempt to use AI to meddle in April vote, suggests Canadian intelligence agency.