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Curfew imposed in Iraq’s Kirkuk after rival protests turn deadly
At least one civilian killed as Kurds, Arabs hold demonstrations sparked by handover of local security HQ to Kurds.
US mum who gave parenting advice on YouTube charged with child abuse
Founder of defunct channel 8 Passengers Ruby Franke and her business partner arrested this week.
Nobel Foundation reverses invitations to Russia, Iran after backlash
Decision to invite representatives from Russia and Iran to awards ceremony criticised over Ukraine war, rights abuses.
Dozens of people injured in clashes between rival Eritrean groups in Israel
Supporters and critics of Eritrean government engage in violent clashes at a pro-government event in Tel Aviv.
Prigozhin’s life and death exposed the rot in the Russian state
Russia's compromised political system, which led to the Wagner Group's mutiny, will continue to pose a risk for Putin.
Niger coup supporters call for France ambassador, troops to leave country
Protesters rally outside a French military base calling for the ambassador and about 1,500 soldiers to leave.
Two Chinese among 4 killed in attack on DRC gold convoy
South Kivu is the scene of attacks staged by armed groups and there has been violence between locals and Chinese miners.
‘More than basketball’: South Sudan go from underdogs to history-makers
South Sudan have made history by winning their first FIBA World Cup game and by qualifying for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Pakistan traders hold nationwide shutdown over electricity bills, inflation
Closures in major cities with shops displaying placards decrying 'unreasonable increase in electricity bills and taxes'.
Sixteen pilgrims killed in Iraq road accident during religious gathering
Carnage on Iraq's highways often occurs during the Arbaeen religious event as millions flock to the city of Karbala.