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US approves sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey
The $23bn deal was finalised after Turkey's parliament ratified Sweden's long-delayed NATO membership.
‘Like a mafia’: Israeli settlers, forces squeeze Palestinian shepherds out
Palestinian farmers face increasing violence and harassment from settlers backed by Israeli forces.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 703
As the war enters its 703rd day, these are the main developments.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 113
Top UN court orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza; US and UK conduct new attacks on Houthi targets.
Tuvalu’s pro-Taiwan leader loses seat in closely watched election
Tuvalu is one of only 12 remaining diplomatic allies of Taipei amid growing US-China rivalry in the Pacific.
Has the war on Gaza hurt Israel’s economy?
While some sectors like tech have continued to see activity, others like tourism and construction have nosedived.
ICJ ruling in Gaza genocide case renews calls to end Israel arms transfers
Advocates urge countries to suspend arms sales to Israel after top UN court says risk of genocide in Gaza plausible.
The Sundarbans dilemma: Islands swallowed by water, and nowhere else to go
Women shoulder the worst effects of rising water in the Indian delta, highlighting key lessons on climate resilience.
Boeing woes spark painful memories for families of Indonesian crash victims
Near-disaster involving Alaska Airlines aircraft has revived questions about plane manufacturer's safety record.
Stories of ‘beating the odds’ in China draw dark responses from wary public
Wave of online scepticism about two stories of survival and success in China point to deeper public dissatisfaction.