Niger suspends cooperation with international Francophone body
The Nigerien military government has disengaged from multiple foreign partners since the coup in July.
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Amid uptick in kidnappings, Colombian family receives ‘biggest gift of all’
Colombia has experienced a surge in kidnappings in 2023, but negotiations with armed groups might…
Ukraine secures desperately needed funds from World Bank
With US and EU funding delayed, Kyiv said money would stabilise its economy as it…
‘Massacre’ as Israel steps up Gaza bombardment for Christmas
The attacks in central Gaza are some of the deadliest of the nearly three-month-long war.
Iran dismisses US accusations of tanker attack off India
Amid tension over maritime security, Iran insists the US is seeking to cover up complicity…
Rhetoric escalates in China-Philippines South China Sea dispute
Chinese state media warns the Philippines that ‘provocations’ in South China Sea are ‘extremely dangerous’.
Photos: The staggering human toll of Israel’s war on Gaza
Israel’s aerial and ground offensive has been one of the most devastating military offensives in…
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 80
A Christmas of bloodshed in Gaza amid raids in the occupied West Bank – here…
Ukraine, Russia say six civilians killed in attacks on Kherson, Horlivka
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says in Christmas Eve address that ‘day by day, the darkness…
Ukraine, Russia say six civilians killed in attacks on Kherson, Horlivka
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says in Christmas Eve address that ‘day by day, the darkness…
Ukraine, Russia say six civilians killed in attacks on Kherson, Horlivka
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says in Christmas Eve address that ‘day by day, the darkness…
Plane carrying Indian passengers to leave France after trafficking probe
Airbus A340 is expected to leave airport on Monday after French Civil Aviation Authority secures…
Bethlehem’s bombed-out nativity sculpture sends a powerful message
The scene of a devastated nativity cave symbolises the plight of Christ’s family — and…
Serbia police fire tear gas as opposition backers demand election annulled
President Aleksandar Vucic condemns ‘attempted violent takeover’ amid protests over alleged election fraud.
El Niño’s ‘sweet tooth’ means indulgent treats could soon be even more expensive
Futures contracts on orange juice, cocoa, coffee and sugar have soared in part because of…
Israeli forces ‘massacre’ at least 70 in Gaza’s al-Maghazi refugee camp
The attack is one of the deadliest of the nearly three-month-long war.
‘Our hearts in Bethlehem’, says Pope in Christmas Eve mass, shadowed by war
The pontiff opens Christmas celebrations with a message for peace in the Holy Land amid…
How can aid get to Palestinians as Israel bombs Gaza?
UN Security Council votes to allow more supplies, but Israel’s bombardment and ground offensive go…
Chad votes in favour of new constitution backed by military rulers
Referendum held earlier this month has been approved by 86 percent of voters, say the…
India suspends newly-elected wrestling body after top athletes protest
The suspension comes days after a new president replaced the old head who was charged…
