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Israeli strike on south Lebanon kills Hezbollah fighter: sources
An Israeli strike Sunday on south Lebanon killed a Hezbollah fighter, a source close to the group told AFP, with a security official saying the target was a high-level commander who survived.
Strike on busy market kills dozens in Russian-held Donetsk
Artillery shells struck a suburb of the Russian-occupied city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine Sunday, killing at least 27 people, including many at a crowded market, Moscow-backed officials said.
As Gaza deaths top 25,000, Hamas defends attacks that sparked war
Palestinian militant group Hamas on Sunday defended its October 7 attacks on Israel but admitted to "faults" and called for an end to "Israeli aggression" in Gaza, where the health ministry said the death toll passed 25,000.
Hundreds of thousands protest against far right in Germany
Hundreds of thousands joined rallies in Germany against the far-right AfD party again on Sunday, at the culmination of a week of protest that has seen demonstrators turn out in unusually large numbers across the country.
South Africa's Zuma a no-show at rally but fans keen for comeback
Supporters of South Africa's embattled former president Jacob Zuma's newly-formed radical left-wing party said Sunday they hope he might soon be the country's leader again, even though he failed to show up at their rally.
Did Biden blunder with New Hampshire primary snub?
With all eyes on Donald Trump's bid to lead Republicans back into the White House, Joe Biden's reelection push has slipped under the radar in an unusual start to his campaign.
Tens of thousands flood protests against far right in Germany
Tens of thousands gathered across Germany again on Sunday to protest the far-right AfD, after it emerged that party members discussed mass deportation plans at a meeting of extremists.
Strike on busy market kills 25 in Russian-held Donetsk
A strike on a crowded market in the Russian-occupied city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine left at least 25 people dead and 20 wounded on Sunday, Moscow-backed officials said.
UN urges Ethiopia and Somalia to talk to solve dispute
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Sunday urged Addis Ababa and Mogadishu to open dialogue to settle their dispute over Ethiopia's maritime deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland.
Thousands expected at new protests against far right in Germany
Tens of thousands of people were expected to turn out again across Germany on Sunday to protest against the far-right AfD, after it emerged that party members discussed mass deportation plans at a meeting of extremists.
Hamas says Gaza deaths top 25,000 as Israel pushes offensive
Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry on Sunday said the death toll in the war-torn Palestinian territory breached 25,000 as Israel pushed its southward offensive and renewed bombardment in the north.
100 years after his death, Russians shrug at Lenin's legacy
For almost a century after his death, Vladimir Lenin's carefully preserved body has lain in a purpose-built mausoleum on Red Square -- a glaring reminder of Russia's communist past.
Tunnel vision: subterranean London to become tourist hub?
A battle is brewing over plans to turn so-called spy tunnels beneath central London into "one of the world's most unique cultural experiences", pitting a global financier against local residents.
'Skeletons in the closet?' UK govt bashes opposition leader Starmer
Britain's ruling Conservatives are stepping up personal attacks on opposition Labour leader and former prominent lawyer Keir Starmer, who is tipped to become prime minister after the next general election.
Senegal presidential candidate list excludes opposition leader Sonko
Senegal's Constitutional Council on Saturday published a final list of 20 candidates for the February 25 presidential election that excludes jailed opposition leader Ousmane Sonko and Karim Wade, the son of former president Abdoulaye Wade.
ArcelorMittal wants 'amicable' deal on Italy steelworks
ArcelorMittal has again offered to sell its stake in a huge Italian steelworks after Rome moved to put it under state supervision, according to a letter cited by the ANSA news agency Saturday.
250,000 in German protests against far-right AfD
Around 250,000 people turned out across Germany on Saturday in protests against the far-right AfD, which sparked an outcry after it emerged that the party's members discussed mass deportation plans at a meeting of extremists.
Iran blames Israel, vows revenge after Guards die in Syria strike
Iran on Saturday accused Israel of a strike in Damascus that killed five Revolutionary Guards members, and vowed to avenge the latest attack on the Islamic republic's personnel abroad.
DR Congo president sworn in for new term before huge crowd
The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Felix Tshisekedi, was sworn in for a second five-year term on Saturday after sweeping elections that the opposition branded a sham while calling for protests.
Over 100,000 in German protests against far-right AfD
More than 100,000 people turned out across Germany on Saturday in protests against the far-right AfD, which sparked an outcry after it emerged that the party's members discussed mass deportation plans at a meeting of extremists.
Personal touch: New Hampshire's quirky voters demand TLC
With state representatives for every 3,500 people, they say it is easier to get elected in New Hampshire than in any other corner of America.
Fighting rages across Gaza where death toll surges
Fighting raged on Saturday across the Hamas-run Gaza Strip, whose health ministry reported a surging death toll, as Iran's Revolutionary Guards said four of its members were killed by a strike in Syria that it blamed on Israel.
5 dead in Israel strike on Syria targeting 'Iran-aligned leaders': monitor
An Israeli strike on Damascus killed five people in a building where "Iran-aligned leaders" were meeting on Saturday, a war monitor said, as regional tensions soar over the Israel-Hamas war.
Africa in debt spiral as restructuring efforts drag on
While the explosion of debt is throwing a shadow over global economic growth, experts warn that sub-Saharan Africa, where several countries are already in default, is experiencing its worst-ever crisis.
Israel bombards Gaza's south as leaders discuss post-war future
Israel ratcheted up its attacks in the south of the Gaza Strip on Saturday after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden discussed differences over a post-war future for Palestinians that have suggested a rift between the two allies.
Anti-abortion activists march on snowy Washington
Thousands of anti-abortion demonstrators marched through snowy Washington on Friday, warning Republicans that the sensitive issue of reproductive health will weigh heavily on November's presidential election.
Biden says Palestinian state still possible after Netanyahu call
US President Joe Biden said Friday it was still possible Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could agree to some form of Palestinian state, after the two leaders spoke for the first time in nearly a month amid tensions over the Gaza war.
US Fed official says 'premature' to expect rate cuts soon
The US Federal Reserve's fight against inflation is far from over and it is "premature" to expect rate cuts around the corner, a senior US central bank official said Friday.
Europe to step up ammunition production amid Ukraine warnings
The European Union said Friday it will drastically increase ammunition production this year in response to Ukraine's growing pleas for support in its war against Russia, which summoned the French ambassador to protest at the country's "growing involvement" in the conflict.
US carries out fresh strikes against Yemen's Huthis
The US military carried out another round of strikes against Yemen's Huthi rebels on Friday, targeting missile launchers that were preparing for attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, the White House said.
Biden backs Palestinian state in first Netanyahu call for weeks
US President Joe Biden pushed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Friday on the need for future Palestinian statehood, as the two leaders spoke for the first time in a month amid tensions over plans for the aftermath of the Gaza war.
Uruguayan capital celebrates disputed 300-year anniversary
Uruguay's capital Montevideo celebrates its 300th birthday starting with a music concert this weekend, even as the actual date of the city's founding has become the subject of political disagreement.