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Young men are grabbing weapons to fight with the army, defend their cities, raising fears of deepening ethnic conflict.

Issam Al Mughrabi, his wife and children killed along with more than 70 of his family members, the UN says.

Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza and the US claims to have shot down Houthi drones - here are other major updates.

At least one passenger on a boat carrying 185 refugees has died, with dozens more in 'critical condition', warns UNHCR.

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip share the challenges brought on by the cold, rainy season, and how they are surviving.

This year's Christmas will have rubble-laden mangers and silent processions amid the Israel, Hamas war.

The blast at the Chinese-funded Morowali Industrial Park highlights the dangerous working conditions.

Former world heavyweight champion Joshua won in a technical knockout after five rounds of his non-title fight in Riyadh.

Man in his 20s arrested on suspicion of theft and criminal damage after removal of installation in south London.

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron says escalating attacks by Iran-backed groups cannot be tolerated.

Unlike other Christmases, Noha Helmi Tarazi's family won't be visiting her. Her sister and brother were killed in Gaza.

Most of those being forced to leave have already been displaced multiple times - with no safe destination in sight.

Western governments call for restraint amid fears of a repeat of violence that has followed past elections.

Cologne police chief says sniffer dogs will search building following indications of attack planned for New Year's Eve.

White House says the two leaders discussed Israel's military campaign in Gaza, including its 'objectives and phasing'.

It is the second attack in two weeks by the RED-Tabara rebels, who have been largely inactive inside Burundi since 2021.

Resolution on aid has been watered down to avoid a US veto and omits call for an end to hostilities.

Palestinian journalist Muhammed Abu Hweidy latest to be killed in Israeli attack on his home in the east of Gaza City.

Death toll in Gaza during the 11-week assault hits 20,258 while 53,688 others are wounded.

Groups commit to new ceasefire and engage in UN-led peace process to end nine-year war, says UN special envoy for Yemen.

Elderly Americans struggle to survive in a country that seeks to extract profit from them till the very end.

Draft document outlining restrictions caused major stir as tech stocks tumbled, sent investors into a panic.

Former Palestinian Authority PM Salam Fayyad says Palestinians should be tending to their own interests, not Israel's.

Former TV journalist and opponent of Ukraine war had filed documents seeking to challenge Vladimir Putin.

A UN-backed report has recorded mounting starvation in Gaza while aid remains restricted.

Those born about the time of the Good Friday Agreement say lives still marred by trauma and political vacuum.

Netanyahu has compared the Gaza war with World War II. But this narrative is ahistorical and dangerous, say experts.

Increased activity along Taiwan Strait comes ahead of January 13 polls.

US negotiated for days to weaken the language of the resolution to ensure there is no call for an immediate ceasefire.

For years, Namibian groups rallied for redress of systemic violence. When an agreement was reached, they were excluded.

Gaza's journalists are being killed at an unprecedented rate. Plus, Israel's powerful US allies: Christian Zionists.

Hundreds of Palestinians were forced to evacuate Bureij and Nuseirat on Friday amid rising attacks.

UN Security Council passes resolution to boost aid delivery to Gaza - here are other major updates.

McClain fell unconscious after police put him in a chokehold before paramedics injected him with powerful sedative.

The global race for electric vehicles is at full speed and it is driving geopolitical rivalries.

Jerusalem's Christians describe a bleak Christmas season as they pray for the people of Gaza instead of celebrating.

Gibran Rakabuming Raka's candidacy for the vice presidency has been dogged by accusations of nepotism and inexperience.

White House says Tehran is providing Yemeni rebel group with weapons and tactical intelligence.

Electoral authorities announce results of voting by diaspora in the US, Canada, South Africa, Belgium and France.

Decision by the nation's top court turns down a request by prosecutor Jack Smith to expedite review of immunity plea.

Latest complaint by Paris-based press freedom group asks court in the Hague to probe the deaths of seven journalists.

Biden and Trump are frontrunners in an uncertain contest.

US president says actions are meant to address disparities in sentencing that have long taken toll on Black community.

Punia says he will return award to protest election of new president backed by predecessor accused of sexual assault.

Despite widespread layoffs few CEOs took meaningful pay cuts and could actually get raises in the year ahead.

The ex-PM is granted bail in cypher case, but no clarity on his release as the country prepares for February 8 polls.

The US abstains on resolution that it lobbied to weaken over the course of several days, allowing it to pass.

Alex Batty lived an off-grid life after he disappeared while on holiday with his mother and grandfather.

Western media are unable to assess accurately the growing power of the Mid-East 'Axis of Resistance' due to prejudices.