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Putin says again Ukraine counteroffensive ‘has failed’ as Kyiv claims gains
Russian president and defence officials in Kyiv give conflicting accounts of situation on front lines in Ukraine.
Vanuatu elects Kilman as prime minister amid crisis over Australia pact
Move comes after a court upheld a vote of no-confidence in Ishmael Kalsaku who had sought closer ties with Australia.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 559
As the war enters its 559th day, these are the main developments.
Chevron workers at LNG plants in Australia to strike as dispute escalates
Industrial action at Gorgon and Wheatstone projects in Western Australia has raised fears for global gas supplies.
Russian General Surovikin seen in first photo since Wagner revolt: Reports
General Surovikin reported removed after Wagner mutiny said to be 'alive, healthy, at home, with his family, in Moscow'.
Malaysia calls for ‘strong’ measures on Myanmar as ASEAN meets
The 10-member Southeast Asian grouping has been strained to the limit over the crisis caused by the 2021 military coup.
Six killed in Peru in clashes between military and Shining Path rebel group
Remnants of the Maoist rebel group once focused on overthrowing the government have turned to drug trafficking.
Russia won’t renew grain until West meets its demands, Putin tells Erdogan
The Russian leader's stance dashes hopes that Erdogan could help revive the vital grain deal amid soaring food prices.
Morocco protests over killed jet ski tourists in Algeria
Morocco's National Council for Human Rights condemned last week's incident, when the tourists strayed across the border.
China will dominate the world of tech, Web Summit’s Cosgrave says
The co-founder of the tech summit, which will be held in Qatar next year, says the West has lost its lead on tech.