Category: Global News
South Korea intercepts boat carrying North Korean defectors
Rare defection by sea comes after nine North Koreans crossed the maritime border in May.
US pilot accused of trying to turn off plane’s engines midflight
Off-duty pilot charged with 83 counts of attempted murder after incident on Horizon Airlines flight to San Francisco.
China’s Wang Yi to pay rare visit to US as two countries try to repair ties
Visit takes place amid Israel-Hamas war and escalating tensions in the disputed South China Sea.
No one is left to mourn in Gaza, as Israel’s bombs deliver daily death
Every day in Gaza, the two biggest hopes are to stay alive and not receive word of another devastating loss.
China’s Wang urges peace in calls with Israeli, Palestinian counterparts
Chinese foreign minister expresses deep sadness at deaths of civilians in the war that started on October 7.
Israel vows ‘unrelenting’ attacks as dozens reported killed in Gaza strikes
Palestinian officials say dozens killed in latest Israeli air strikes on the besieged enclave.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 608
As the war enters its 608th day, these are the main developments.
Why does China claim almost the entire South China Sea?
Beijing's claim is embodied by its nine-dash line that an international court rejected more than seven years ago.
Venezuela’s opposition primary: Will Maduro finally be challenged?
The opposition is uncertain whether banned frontrunner will be able to contest presidential elections.
What risk would an Israeli ground offensive pose to captives held by Hamas?
Israel is preparing to carry out a major military operation in Gaza, but there are concerns for those captured by Hamas.