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Tymoshenko vs Zelenskyy: Political clash over graft rocks wartime Ukraine
Opposition politician Tymoshenko is accused of trying to obstruct cabinet appointments as she clashes with Zelenskyy.
How a year of Trump has reshaped the US and the world
The first year of Trump 2.0 featured deportations, tariffs and an abducted president.
Syria’s war-ravaged oil sector faces tough road to recovery, analysts say
Syrian government's control of energy reserves from SDF has raised hopes of return to pre-war production levels.
Israel bulldozes UNRWA buildings in occupied East Jerusalem
The destruction comes as Israel clamps down on NGOs providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza.
Syria-SDF ceasefire hangs in balance after renewed clashes, faltering talks
Syria’s government, Kurdish-led forces trade blame on violence, escaped ISIL fighters as negotiations reach dead end.
Australian Parliament backs tighter gun, hate crime laws after Bondi attack
Bills yet to be voted by Senate, with opposition to gun law likely from conservative Liberal-National Coalition.
Video: Blast kills seven at hotel restaurant in Afghan capital Kabul
An explosion in at a Chinese-run restaurant in the Afghan capital Kabul has killed a Chinese national and six Afghans.
Manhunt for ISIL prisoners in Syria after fighting near jails
Syrian government forces have been searching for dozens of ISIL fighters who escaped prison.
World Economic Forum at Davos 2026: Dates, location and what to expect
Every year, the World Economic Forum meeting takes place at the Swiss Alpine resort of Davos.
Iran ‘just getting started’ on punishing ‘rioters’ arrested during protests
Authorities are confiscating assets of people backing protesters to pay for damages incurred during the unrest.