Category: Global News
Tunisia’s press, civil society silent as Ghannouchi sentenced, analysts say
Analysts and rights groups have pointed to the muted response to Ennahda leader's latest criminal conviction.
Long queues outside polling stations in Pakistan
Long queues outside of polling stations have been reported in parts of Pakistan, like this one in Lahore.
‘We’re waiting to be martyred’: Palestinians await Israeli attack on Rafah
Palestinians in Gaza say they have nowhere to run as they brace for Israel to escalate military operations on Rafah.
ECOWAS holds emergency session over Senegal crisis and member exits
Political drama in four member states has led to questions about the broader role of the almost 50-year-old bloc.
Iraq condemns ‘clear-cut assassination’ operation after US strike
Baghdad says the US 'has become a factor for instability and threatens to entangle Iraq in the cycle of conflict'.
Suspect in Boston femicide case escapes from police custody in Kenya
Suspect jailed, awaiting ruling on US extradition request after being accused of killing girlfriend in Massachusetts.
Haitian PM calls for calm as violent protests demand his resignation
Rallies have paralysed the country amid calls for ouster of Ariel Henry in line with political agreement forged in 2022.
Putin’s antiwar rival blocked from contesting Russia presidential election
Boris Nadezhdin, who has won support for his criticism of the Ukraine war, vows to challenge poll commission's decision.
Five killed in clashes with police as protests rock Haiti
Protests have paralysed Haiti for a third consecutive day amid growing demands that Prime Minister Ariel Henry resign.