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Jailed Russian opposition leader faces 13 additional years in prison on new embezzlement and contempt of court charges.

In February, the southern African country recently recorded its first polio case in 30 years.

The Ukrainian president says compromise on contested regions and Kyiv's NATO ambition will require a referendum.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 27th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Crisis-hit island nation orders troops as protests erupt among thousands of people queueing daily for scarce fuel.

Analysts agree with the UK's suggestion that Putin's original plan is failing, but warn of darker times ahead.

While other Quad nations have sanctioned Russian entities or people, India hasn't imposed sanctions or condemned Russia.

Women endure crackdown on education and employment, despite Taliban leader’s vow to protect rights.

Firefighters and paramilitary police deployed to steeply-forested slopes of China's first air crash in a decade.

The aircraft maker is trying to rebuild confidence in China after fatal crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia.

It is unclear whether Prak Sokhonn will meet members of the Natonal Unity Government or detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi

Stocks rise in Australia, South Korea and Japan, where a weaker yen may bolster the outlook for exporters.

State Department accuses targeted Chinese officials of involvement in crackdown on religious minorities, among others.

UAE and Saudi Arabia are pursuing their own interests, analysts say, as US urges united front against Russia's Putin.

Leaders discussed reports that Iran and Western powers are close to reviving 2015 nuclear deal, Israeli media report.

Russian public figures face growing pressure to condemn the Ukraine war or risk being cancelled in the West.

Joe Biden does not provide evidence for claim, but also warns of potential Russian cyber attacks against US companies.

Mariupol continues to be bombarded by Russian forces, who also reportedly attacked Odesa for the first time.

Republicans threaten 'tough questions' as Democrats hail Jackson as first Black woman nominated to US Supreme Court.

The US accused a police force of beating, arresting and shooting live ammunition at protesters, killing at least two.

Russia has become the first country to test this new type of missile, billed as 'unstoppable', in combat.

US securities regulator's proposal would require companies to list greenhouse gas emissions and other climate impacts.

Ukrainian armed forces say Russian troops used stun grenades and gunfire to disperse a crowd of hundreds protesters.

Moscow says Joe Biden's labelling of Vladimir Putin as a 'war criminal' has pushed US-Russia ties to brink of collapse.

The new airport is one of four major projects Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador is racing to finish before his term ends.

Journalists recount their escape from southeast Ukraine port city, which has been bombarded by Russian forces for weeks.

The suspensions have more to do with political polarisation than genuine security concerns related to the invasion.

Former president tells Al Jazeera that Arab oil producers can prevent a global food crisis.

A Russian who opposes the war in Ukraine recounts how he and his boyfriend fled the country and went into exile.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is expected to challenge far-right President Jair Bolsonaro in October's presidential vote.

The ban on Meta’s activity will not affect the company’s WhatsApp messenger service, says Russian court.

Investigative judge Ghada Aoun charges three-decade bank chief Riad Salameh, as well as his brother, with crimes.

At least eight killed as a result of the shelling that devastated a shopping centre in Ukraine's capital, says mayor.

"The media in Russia and in Donetsk and Luhansk is carefully controlled.“

Egypt's pound depreciated by almost 14 percent while its central bank raised interest rates, citing the war in Ukraine.

Czech prosecutors charge former Prime Minister Andrej Babis and his aide in a $2.2m EU subsidy fraud case.

A London court was told the murderer of British lawmaker David Amess had planned other attacks.

The Taliban rule and the flagging economy have seemingly put a dampener on celebrations this year.

Already a host to millions of Syrians, Turkey emerges as a safe haven hub amid Europe's war.

The six-time Grand Slam champion is alleged to have failed to hand over various tennis trophies to settle his debts.

Nothing will bring back my soulmate, but gig economy companies can take action to save others.

The US Senate is to hold four days of hearings from March 21-24 on Jackson's qualifications to join the Supreme Court.

What would a de-escalation or an end to the war look like, and what would it mean for the two countries?

As Jackson's Senate confirmation hearings get under way, Al Jazeera examines her path to the United States' top court.

Borrell says EU foreign ministers to discuss more support to Ukraine and fresh sanctions on Russian oil and gas sectors.

Journalist Julie Bindel writes to Sarah Jean de Vries, a writer, a prostituted woman and a victim of Robert Pickton.

Guterres says goal of 1.5-degree-Celsius rise is already on life support as he urges countries to abide by commitments.

A Hungarian political activist uses satire to fight fears stirred up by ultra-nationalists in her country.

Prices rose before Biden's talks with EU governments that aim to harden the West's response to Moscow over Ukraine.

The transfer fulfils an urgent Saudi request that has become a point of tension between Riyadh and Washington.