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Ukraine has refuted Russian claims its forces have captured the eastern town of Soledar.

Capturing Bakhmut would be a tremendous 'morale booster' for the Russian war effort after a series of setbacks.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak promises to send Challenger 2 tanks after phone call with Ukraine leader Zelenskyy.

Activists march in Luetzerath against a plan to tear down the village to build a coal mine extension.

Anderson Torres was Brasilia security chief when rioters attacked government buildings in the city.

Throughout his life, the Brazilian football star stood up to oppression, inspiring Black people at home and abroad.

From December 8 to January 12, deaths related to the virus in Chinese hospitals totalled 59,938.

Demonstrators in Tunis marked 12 years since the Arab Spring revolution erupted across the region.

Football Kenya Federation says one player from reigning Kenyan premiership side Tusker was among those suspended.

The deaths bring this year's Palestinian toll to 12 as Israel has been engaged in deadly raids for nearly a year.

A conspiracy-fuelled mob targets the seat of government in Brazil after Lula is sworn in. Plus, Italian Mafia on TikTok.

Former presidential candidate Lissu says he will return home on January 25 and 'get back to work'.

Ahead of the Australian Open, the Tunisian trailblazer said she is aiming to fulfil her Grand Slam ambitions.

FIFA says Argentina potentially breached rules regarding 'offensive behaviour' and fair play.

Millions of dollars were reported missing from the Olympic champion's account at a private wealth management company.

Eleven members of the UNSC call on the group to reverse restrictive policies on women's and girls' education and work.

More than 40 people have been killed and hundreds injured in protests that have rocked Peru since December.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 325th day, we take a look at the main developments.

China’s zero-COVID policy is over. Despite a surge in infections, the nation opened its doors to the rest of the world.

A warship, maritime patrol plane and drone have been deployed to monitor the Chinese vessel in the North Natuna Sea.

About 2,500 US soldiers died in Afghanistan, a conflict that became the longest war the United States fought.

Probe will look at his 'instigation and intellectual authorship of the anti-democratic acts' that 'resulted' in riots.

Head of the Wagner mercenary group had accused Russia's military establishment of trying to 'steal victory' in Soledar.

If Russia's use of force goes 'unchallenged, it will happen elsewhere in the world, including Asia', Japan's PM says.

Talks come as the administration of US President Joe Biden eases relations with the Caribbean nation.

The case involves a postal carrier who says he cannot work on Sunday due to his religious beliefs.

Brazilian authorities are seeking return of former justice minister Anderson Torres as part of probe into Brasilia riot.

In a letter, Janet Yellen urged congressional leaders to quickly act to raise the debt ceiling.

Biden will likely push for bipartisanship as he faces an empowered Republican majority in House of Representatives.

Frene Noshir Ginwala, called the 'torchbearer' of the post-apartheid parliament, dies aged 90 after suffering a stroke.

Fire put out at site of a gas pipeline explosion in northern Lithuania with no signs of attack or casualties.

Probes will focus on deadly clashes at ongoing anti-government protests spurred by removal of ex-President Castillo.

Locals blame the damage on a hotel construction boom and tunneling for a nearby hydroelectric project.

It comes as an inquiry continues into former President Donald Trump's retention of classified papers.

Canadian government accuses two Haitian nationals, including associate of ex-President Martelly, of enabling gangs.

The US National Weather Service received 45 tornado reports on Thursday, as violent storms whipped across the southeast.

Price cuts challenge electric carmaker's rivals and reverse its strategy of past two years when orders exceeded supply.

The compensation committee took into account shareholder feedback, company performance and a recommendation by Cook.

Afghan cricketers lead the chorus of criticism against Australia's decision to cancel a cricket series due in March.

Iranian foreign minister says he hopes diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia can be restored after years of tensions.

Talks in Washington are part of Japanese prime minister's diplomatic blitz to boost partnerships amid China pressure.

The penalty is the maximum the judge could impose on the company, found guilty of 17 criminal charges.

The appointment of Valery Gerasimov signals Moscow's failing war effort and fraught domestic politics, analysts say.

Lesbos court says cases brought against two dozen people have procedural flaws.

Special counsels are investigating both Donald Trump and Joe Biden over their handling of classified documents.

The bankrupt country says it will reduce army personnel to 135,000 by next year and 100,000 by 2030.

Moscow warns of 'collective response' to any attack on Russia or Belarus, as allies prepare to stage joint drills.

The president has tried to look abroad to get the country out of its economic crisis, without much success.

Moscow supports Damascus-Ankara talks, which al-Assad says must lead to an end of Turkey's "occupation" of Syrian land.