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As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 24th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Despite concerns over data security and defences against misinformation, Telegram is Russia's go-to social media outlet.

Two deaths were recorded in the northeastern province of Jilin, the epicentre of an Omicron-fuelled wave of cases.

While Indonesia's government has condemned the invasion, the mood online is more sympathetic to Russia.

IMF says Russia's invasion of Ukraine may 'fundamentally alter' the global economic order.

Initial hands-off approach to right-wing movement reveals double standards and institutional police biases, experts say.

Voters in Southeast Asia's youngest country are choosing between 16 candidates for the presidency.

Chinese president made comments in video call with US counterpart Joe Biden.

For the first time, women are part of the decision-making body of the world's biggest Islamic organisation.

Russian community groups and Russia-related businesses abroad say they have faced threats amid Moscow's deadly invasion.

Brazilian judge says messaging platform popular with President Jair Bolsonaro has failed to comply with judicial orders.

Bashar al-Assad meets the rulers of Abu Dhabi and Dubai in first visit to an Arab state since the Syrian war erupted.

Ukrainian president calls again for substantive peace discussions, as US puts pressure on China over conflict.

India is buying discounted Russian oil, despite the US ban which could help Russia boost its beleaguered economy.

The blastoff marked the first space crew launch since Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine on February 24.

TOLOnews staffers were arrested after the channel broadcast a report on the Taliban's ban on foreign drama series.

The Ukrainian port city of Mariupol has been devastated by relentless Russian bombardment.

US lists Russian aircraft it says may have violated export controls, including one used by businessman Roman Abramovich.

Moscow has yet to take over any of Ukraine's biggest cities despite attacks by land, sea and air.

Renewed Russian claims of biological weapons programme in Ukraine face rebuke at UN Security Council meeting.

Several political rallies for and against the government are planned in Islamabad in the coming days and weeks.

Oligarch wealth is mostly protected thanks to the financial systems that have been nurtured to give assets anonymity.

Gabriel Boric, who took office last week, pledged to take strong stance on climate change and environmental regulation.

Up to 1,000 may have been taking refuge underground at the time of the blast, which Ukraine blames on Russia.

Kremlin says technical glitch interrupted Putin's speech to a packed stadium to mark anniversary of Crimea's annexation.

And the unique role of an unlikely mediator, China.

UN human rights body highlights names of 142 individuals who warrant an investigation under international law.

Russia state regulator says YouTube activities are 'terrorist in nature' and threaten lives of Russian citizens.

The leaders were holding a secure call amid US concerns China could aid Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.

The agreement restructures $45bn debt, postponing repayment until 2026; critics fear the deal will hurt the poor.

Officials courted Russian influence but the interference and the war in Ukraine are catalysing tensions back in Sudan.

As the war in Ukraine continues, some young men aged 18 to 27 opposed to the conflict have fled Russia.

The Economic Community of West African States had suspended Burkina Faso without sanctions after the January 24 coup.

The NATO member says a Russian attack is not likely but its neighbour has become 'more dangerous'.

African leaders need to acknowledge Russian expansionism is as immoral and harmful as Western colonialism.

Bulgaria says 10 diplomats given 72 hours to leave country; Latvia and Estonia also announce three expulsions.

The Court of Arbitration refuses to suspend FIFA's ban on Russia before next week's World Cup qualifying playoffs.

Economic woes worsened by COVID-19 pandemic and Russia-Ukraine war have led to a deadlock between teachers and gov't.

Only six percent of the population has taken part in Saied's online consultation as he looks to write new constitution.

In recent years, Southern Africa has suffered repeated devastating cyclones that used to be relatively rare.

Bennett's fumbled response to Russia's aggression betrays Jewish history, and draws attention to Israel's own crimes.

The West African country will be the first landing of the 'Equiano' cable, which will run from Portugal to South Africa.

Island nation gets lifeline from India to buy food and medicine as the IMF confirms it will discuss a possible bailout.

Young Russians tell us about a war few wanted and how the sanctions are affecting their lives.

The move comes with immediate effect after a probe into the impartiality of RT's coverage of Russia's war in Ukraine.

Close ties between two leaders unlikely to differ much in short term, even if China distances itself from Ukraine war.

The Nigerian national says she is facing turmoil at home and abroad.

'People have already been traumatised, and then under the stress of COVID, that trauma is being expressed.'

Ramaphosa had previously said he had been approached to mediate in the Russia-Ukraine crisis.

'Why wouldn't you strengthen your only line of defence against a deadly pandemic?'