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Thousands of bodies found in Syria’s mass graves
Al-Assad and his father Hafez have been accused of widespread extrajudicial killings, including mass executions.
North Korean soldiers reported killed fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine
Russia and North Korea have not commented on Ukraine's claim some 30 North Korean troops have been killed or injured.
Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes near Vanuatu capital
Tsunami warning issued for nearby islands after earthquake strikes near Vanuatu's capital Porta Vila.
Philippines Senate ratifies new defence pact with Japan
New pact cements deepening military ties between the Philippines and Japan as tensions with China grow in the region.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,027
Here are the key developments on the 1,027th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Media freedom watchdog decries Israel’s killing of journalists in Gaza
CPJ says the Israeli military 'continues to act with total impunity when it comes to the killing of journalists'.
Who will rebuild? Syrians in Damascus suburb ask tough questions
In the Damascus suburb of Darayya, the scale of destruction is staggering.
Yemen’s Houthis claim hypersonic missile attack against Israel
The Israeli military says the 'Palestine 2' missile, which activated sirens in Tel Aviv, was intercepted.
Bitcoin surges past $107,000 on hopes for US strategic reserve
Bitcoin and crypto catapult into the spotlight as investors wager Trump will usher in friendlier US rules for crypto.
Why is Israel shutting down its embassy in Ireland?
Ireland, which has recognised the State of Palestine, says it stands for human rights and international law.