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Capturing Soledar would be seen as a win for Russian forces, who have experienced months of military losses.

The new vice president, the first woman to hold the position in Gabon, was previously PM and defence minister.

Drivers will need written permission to make 'political, religious and personal statements', governing body says.

'Liberal' democracies that happily worked with Bolsonaro should have known better. You can't play nice with fascists.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has condemned the 'weaponisation' of the death penalty to squash dissent.

Prices in Egypt have risen across many sectors, from food items and medical services to housing and furniture.

Shehbaz Sharif lauds 'show of solidarity' after flood-hit Pakistan secures pledge of more than $10bn to rebuild itself.

Amnesty's call comes after court sentenced dozens to death for lynching a man falsely accused of starting deadly fires.

The Himalayan region's sparsely populated villages witness shifting weather patterns that have altered people's lives.

Analysts say the Palestinian West Bank is approaching a crossroads in the struggle against the occupation.

There have been 50 recorded attacks on offices of the electoral commission nationwide between 2019 and 2022.

Traffic director Joy has a creative way to control cars and counter road rage – she dances her instructions.

Qatar is turning its attention to diversifying its economy away from gas.

The pitch invasion during a derby against Melbourne City in December left goalkeeper Tom Glover injured.

The airline said the shortages are due to the Ukraine war, which has disrupted the sourcing of titanium.

Inside a shelter dubbed 'FemApartment', residents support one another as they help others affected by the Ukraine war.

PSG to play friendly in Riyadh against composite team including players from Al Nassr, Ronaldo's new club, and Al Hilal.

Authorities will demolish buildings in Himalayan town after evacuating families as hundreds of houses develop cracks.

A conservation pilot’s sky-high view plays an important part in protecting the beautiful Kasigau Corridor in Kenya.

Health advocates urge providing greater support to patients and caregivers as cases increase worldwide.

During the pandemic in 2020, only about 1,000 residents were allowed to perform the Muslim pilgrimage.

At least 17 people died on Monday in Peru as protesters clashed with security forces in city of Juliaca, Puno region.

Nearly 10 documents were found by US president's personal lawyers at Washington think tank in November.

Beijing takes first move against countries that have introduced new measures as a result of China's surging cases.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 321st day, we take a look at the main developments.

Rwandan leader says his country will not shoulder the burden of hosting those fleeing the deadly conflict in DR Congo.

Clashes in city of Juliaca most deadly since unrest began when Pedro Castillo was removed early last month.

State media says group, including children, sent to prison for two to five years for not having documents.

Rocket carried beneath the wing of a modified Boeing 747 separated from the aircraft but failed to reach orbit.

The order, issued for the affluent coastal enclave of Montecito, comes five years after mudslides killed 23 residents.

Morales criticised the removal of former President Pedro Castillo, who tried to dissolve Peru's Congress last month.

Doctors say Hamlin, who suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed during a US football game last week, is 'doing well'.

The SEC hit former CEO Stephen Easterbrook with a five-year officer and director bar and a $400,000 civil penalty.

The government of Nicolas Maduro has been criticised for barring potential challengers from seeking office.

Stockholm says Ankara is asking too much and it can't fulfil all its demands.

Kyiv says it is strengthening forces in Soledar near Bakhmut as it battles attacks by Russia's Wagner mercenary group.

Bolsonaro's hospitalisation in Florida follows an attack by his supporters against key government offices in Brazil.

More than 7,000 nurses strike at two NYC hospitals, stating that low wages and staffing levels have squeezed workers.

Israeli firm NSO Group's spyware has been linked to state surveillance of human rights activists and dissidents.

Forward calls time on decorated career at age 33, says football has given him some of life's 'best moments'.

Highest UN decision-making body votes unanimously to keep aid flowing from Turkey to Syria's rebel-held Idlib region.

Multibillion-dollar agreement marks largest investment in Canadian air force in decades, defence minister says.

New study says giant hole in the ozone layer that develops every year over Antarctica on course to be healed by 2066.

Since 2021, Tesla has been beta-testing 'Full Self-Driving' using owners who haven’t been trained on the system.

Gov't says scheme to focus on boosting capabilities of municipal emergency services to respond in a state of emergency.

About 1,500 people detained as police dismantle pro-Bolsonaro camp after storming of gov't buildings in the capital.

California is expecting even more turbulent weather after thunderstorms, snow and damaging winds cross the state.

Migration, drug trafficking, manufacturing and trade are set to top the agenda of US-Canada-Mexico meetings.

Lesbos trial involving 24 aid workers could have a chilling effect on humanitarian efforts in Europe, critics say.

Minister says checking vaccinations was inconvenient and a panel of health experts had agreed to withdraw the new rule.