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Opposition fighters take Syrian capital, Damascus
Opposition forces declare Syria free of Assad rule as the president reportedly flees the country.
Biden administration unveils new $988m US military aid package for Ukraine
In waning days of his presidency, Biden seeks to bolster Ukraine's defences amid its years-long fight against Russia.
Three police officers in Brazil sentenced in tear gas suffocation case
The three officers were convicted in the death of Genivaldo de Jesus Santos, a Black man who died in police custody.
World leaders gather for reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron thanks all who 'saved, helped, rebuilt' beloved cathedral after devastating 2019 fire.
Qatar says ‘momentum’ building back up in Gaza ceasefire efforts
Qatar's top diplomat says his country is 'engaging' over past weeks in renewed push to end Israel's Gaza war.
‘Not our fight’: President-elect Trump distances US from Syria’s conflict
In a morning social media post, Republican Donald Trump indicated the US should have 'nothing to do' with Syria's war.
Syria war to have ‘massive’ effect on Lebanon: US envoy Hochstein
The US diplomat said a weakened Syrian government will make it difficult for Iran to transfer weapons to Hezbollah.
Germany’s far-right AfD picks chancellor candidate first time
Alice Weidel's nomination comes before snap elections expected in February next year.
A year into Javier Milei’s presidency, Argentina’s poverty hits a new high
In Argentina, the poverty rate has surpassed 50 percent in the wake of wide-ranging austerity measures and deregulation.
Russia, Turkiye, Iran want ‘immediate end’ to fighting in Syria: Lavrov
Russian foreign minister says Moscow will do 'everything not to allow terrorists to prevail' as Syrian rebels advance.