Russia deploying more North Korean troops: Zelenskiy
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia is deploying more North Korean troops to repel the Kursk incursion.
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Israeli troops kill 20 in strikes on Gaza, medics say
At least 20 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes in Gaza as a school sheltering displaced Palestinians is attacked, medics say.
Syrian schools reopen after upheaval that ousted Assad
Foreign powers and neighbours are weighing their stance on Syria's new rulers as schools reopen for the first time since President Bashar al-Assad's overthrow.
South Korea’s president defiant after impeachment
The president of South Korea has vowed to "never give up" despite lawmakers voting to impeach him after his short-lived declaration of martial law.
South Korea impeaches president over martial law order
The president of South Korea has been impeached by the nation's lawmakers over his short-lived declaration of martial law that sparked a constitutional crisis.
Gazans mourn Palestinians killed in post office attack
Months of efforts by mediators Egypt and Qatar, backed by the US, have failed to conclude a deal between the two warring sides in the Mideast conflict.
Thousands celebrate in Damascus after Friday prayers
Thousands of Syrians have gathered at a square in the capital Damascus to celebrate after the first Friday prayers following Bashar al-Assad's ouster.
Strikes retaliation for Ukraine hits on Russia: Kremlin
Russian officials say a major attack on Ukrainian fuel and energy infrastructure is a retaliation for Ukraine's use of foreign missiles against Russia.
Macron’s new PM faces ‘long road’ against French MPs
Politicians in France have given a mixed reaction to the appointment of centrist Francois Bayrou as prime minister.
Indonesia to pardon thousands including Papua activists
About 30 per cent of all prisoners in Indonesia will be pardoned, law minister Supratman Andi Agtas says.
Macron taps veteran centrist for French prime minister
Emmanuel Macron's pick as France's new prime minister will likely face the same existential difficulties as his predecessor in steering the nation's budget.
Biden announces largest single-day act of clemency
The US president has pardoned 39 people and commuted the sentences of nearly 1500 others, a sweeping move that comes after pressure from justice advocates.
Time magazine crowns Donald Trump ‘Person of the Year’
Donald Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange after being recognised for the second time by Time magazine as its Person of the Year.
Russia ‘terrorising millions’ with major aerial attack
Ukraine's president describes a massive Russian aerial attack as "terrorising millions of people" while renewing his pleas for unity against Vladimir Putin.
Syrian chemical weapons use must be examined: watchdog
The US said the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime offers the perfect opportunity to rid Syria of chemical weapons once and for all.
Israel kills at least 66 Palestinians in Gaza: medics
Israeli attacks kill dozens of Palestinians, including children, across the Gaza Strip, medical sources say.
Trump invites China’s Xi to attend inauguration: report
Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration in January, multiple sources told CBS News.
UN General Assembly demands immediate Gaza ceasefire
The UN General Assembly has approved resolutions demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and backing the UN relief agency for Palestinian refugees.
Syrian rebel chief vows to dissolve Assad regime forces
The leader of Syria's rebel forces that overthrew Bashar al-Assad pledges to close the former regime's notorious prisons.
Israeli air strikes kill 38 across Gaza Strip: medics
Israel says it has killed two senior Hamas commanders in air strikes while medics in the Gaza Strip say the attacks have left at least 38 people dead.
Ukraine loses ground to Russia forces in country’s east
Ukraine's military says Russian troops are advancing toward the eastern city of Pokrovsk, a strategic logistics hub.
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Gaza, medics say
Women and children are among more than 20 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on a house in northern Gaza, medics in the besieged enclave say.
Ukraine strikes Russian port and claims oil depot hit
A southern Russian port has been hit by Ukrainian missiles while drone strikes triggered a fire at an oil depot, officials and various media reports say.
Interim Syrian leader vows to rebuild shattered nation
The rebel-backed interim leader of Syria aims to bring back millions of refugees and protect citizens while facing up to the nation's poor financial state.
Murder charge over shooting of health insurance boss
A 26-year-old man has been charged with murder over the shooting of a health insurance chief executive on a New York street after a tense five-day manhunt.
Israel ‘more optimistic’ on Gaza hostage deal prospects
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar says indirect negotiations are taking place for the return of about 100 hostages held in the Gaza Strip.
Zelenskiy seeks diplomatic end to war with Russia
"A troop contingent from one country or another could be present in Ukraine," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Rebels work to form Syrian govt after ousting Assad
The rebel alliance that overthrew Syria's government takes its first steps to form government as citizens, regional countries and world powers watch nervously.
Travel ban imposed on South Korea’s embattled president
South Korea's defence ministry says President Yoon Suk-yeol is still commander in chief despite the justice ministry banning him from travelling overseas.
Tongan PM Sovaleni resigns ahead of no-confidence vote
Tonga's parliament must elect a new prime minister following the resignation of Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni after three years in the job.
Trump taps his defence lawyer to serve as counsellor
US President-elect Donald Trump has announced he is appointing one of his defence lawyers in the New York hush money case as counsellor to the president