Pakistan ex-PMs Sharif and Khan both claim poll win
Nawaz Sharif has declared victory in Pakistan's elections and is seeking to form a government despite his party trailing supporters of jailed rival Imran Khan.
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Israel prepares assault on Rafah amid ‘bloodbath’ fears
Israel's military is coming up with a plan to evacuate the southern Gaza city of Rafah but aid agencies warn a ground attack could lead to mass civilian deaths.
New Ukraine army chief outlines plan of attack
Ukraine's new army chief says his immediate goals include improving the rotation of troops out of the front lines and harnessing the power of new technology
Gazans brace for Rafah assault after 44 more killed
Israel has confirmed plans to attack Rafah, where 44 people died in air strikes overnight, leaving Gazans wondering where else they can be evacuated to.
Pakistan’s Khan-backed independents lead in final count
The final tally has been released in Pakistan's national election and shows independents, mostly backed by former leader Imran Khan, winning 101 of 264 seats.
Trump NATO remark ‘appalling and unhinged’: White House
Donald Trump said he would encourage Russia to do "whatever the hell they want" to any NATO member country if they don't meet his spending guidelines.
Drone attacks target Kyiv, southern Ukraine
Ukraine's Air Force says its defence systems destroyed 40 out of 45 Russia-launched Shahed attack drones overnight over Kyiv and southern Ukraine.
Russian forces using Starlink in Ukraine, Kyiv says
Kyiv says Russia is using Starlink technology in occupied areas of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine.
Pakistan’s Khan-backed independents lead in final poll
More than 60 hours after voting ended, Pakistan's electoral commission said independents backed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan led the final poll count.
Biden, European leaders criticise Trump’s NATO comments
European leaders have reacted to Donald Trump's comments over a hypothetical Russian invasion of NATO allies not spending enough on defence.
Three dead in Senegal election protests
Violent protests have occurred across Senegal after the government postponed general elections set for February until December.
Israeli strikes kill 67 as two hostages freed in Rafah
Israeli forces have rescued two hostages in Rafah under the cover of air strikes that officials say killed 67 Palestinians in the southern Gaza city.
Russia launches 45 drones in mass barrage of Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say Russian forces have launched 45 drones over Ukraine in a five-and-a-half-hour barrage.
Centre-right Stubb wins Finnish presidential election
Centre-right Alexander Stubb has declared victory over liberal Green Party member Pekka Haavisto in Finland's presidential election.
Israel frees two hostages, Dutch block jet part exports
A Dutch appeals court has blocked the export of fighter jet parts to Israel, as foreign officials warn of the consequences a ground offensive in Rafah.
Sudan left in the dark by RSF-imposed telecoms blackout
Sudan's communication blackout, blamed on the Rapid Support Forces, has hampered aid and left millions vulnerable.
Kyiv says Moscow obtaining Starlink via third countries
Starlink says it does not engage in any business with the Russian government or military.
Cambodia reports new bird flu case after boy’s death
Cambodia's Health Ministry says the brother of a boy who died last week from bird flu has tested positive for the virus
US, Jordan throw weight behind Gaza ceasefire effort
A Dutch appeals court has blocked the export of fighter jet parts to Israel, as foreign officials warn of the consequences a ground offensive in Rafah.
Defence minister favourite in Indonesian elections
Prabowo Subianto is the favourite for Indonesia's elections but faces runoff uncertainty amid protests.
Israel, Hamas making progress in talks, officials say
Two officials say Israel and Hamas are making progress toward a deal that aims to bring about a cease-fire and free hostages held in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip.
Nine killed as violence mars Pakistan election
Violence has marred Pakistan's national election with no clear result expected until at least Friday.
‘Over the top’: Biden says of Israel’s military action
Israel appears to be targeting the southern city of Rafah where up to 1.4 million Gazans are seeking refuge, a day after rejecting a proposed ceasefire.
Ukraine replaces army chief at difficult time in war
After months of speculation of a rift, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ousted army chief and national hero Valeriy Zaluzhnyi in a leadership shake-up.
Imran Khan’s supporters lead in Pakistan election
Independents loyal to jailed former prime minister Imran Khan are picking up seats in the Pakistan national election.
Biden won’t face charges over docs, says memory is fine
President Joe Biden won't be charged over his handling of secret papers, but he's hit back at a prosecutor who called him an "elderly man with a poor memory".
Russia pounds Avdiivka, fires missiles at Kyiv
Russian forces are pounding an area in eastern Ukraine but have also launched missiles at major cities including Kyiv.
‘It means a great deal’: William thankful for support
Prince William has returned to royal duties for the first time since his father King Charles revealed his cancer diagnosis and his wife was hospitalised.
Gaza ceasefire hopes alive with more talks planned
Israel has rejected Hamas demands in a proposed four-and-a-half-month ceasefire plan, calling them "delusional", but the United States remains hopeful.
Luxon strives for unity amid Waitangi Day unease
New Zealanders are marking the 184th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with their national day as PM Chris Luxon urges unity.
Prince William back to work as Charles and Harry meet
Prince William is set to resume official duties after his wife's surgery and the King's cancer diagnosis.