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China coach tells players to stay ‘calm’ in Taiwan clash at Asian Cup
China face Taiwan in a highly charged quarterfinal at the Women's Asian Cup, which already has a political focus.
Alcaraz sets up Medvedev Indian Wells semifinal, Sabalenka also advances
Carlos Alcaraz will meet Daniil Medvedev in the Indian Wells semifinals, while Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev.
French soldier killed, others wounded in attack in Iraq, Macron says
French president condemns 'unacceptable' attack in Kurdish region of northern Iraq.
Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of air attacks on homes in Kabul, Kandahar
Women and children were among those killed in the attacks, according to the Taliban.
How Israel-US war on Iran puts $50bn in Indian remittances at risk
The US-Israel war on Iran has caused gas shortages, while nine million Indian expats in the Gulf face uncertainty.
Iran war: What is happening on day 14 of US-Israel attacks?
Israel strikes Tehran as Iran retaliates across the Gulf; Hormuz disruption pushes oil prices higher and tensions rise.
Force majeure: What is it and why have some Gulf countries invoked it?
Several Gulf nations have declared force majeure on oil and gas shipment since the US-Israel’s war on Iran was launched.
Israel drops abuse charges against soldiers
The Israeli military has dropped charges against five soldiers accused of sexually abusing a Palestinian detainee.
Oil stays above $100 a barrel amid Iran’s stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
Energy markets remain on tenterhooks as the prospect of prolonged war in the Middle East grows.
The Palestinians forced to demolish their own homes by Israel
Palestinians in East Jerusalem struggle to get building permits from Israel, leading to demolition orders.