US thinks Ukraine was behind Kremlin drone attack
Intercepted Russian and Ukrainian communications have led the US to draw the conclusion Kyiv was likely behind the drone attack on the Kremlin earlier in May.
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Mercenary leader warns Russia could face revolution
Wagner group boss Yevgeny Prigozhin says if ordinary Russian children keep dying while the elite's offspring sun themselves, another revolution is on the cards.
Russia says cross-border attack from Ukraine crushed
The governor of Russia's Belgorod region says anti-terrorism measures he introduced after a cross-border attack from Ukraine have been lifted.
Clashes reported on second day of Sudan ceasefire deal
While there was a relative lull in violence since the start of a ceasefire, clashes are still being reported in Sudan where aid is still thin on the ground.
Russia battles cross-border raids; not us, says Ukraine
Moscow is maintaining a "counter-terrorism operation" in the Belgorod region after cross-border attacks Ukraine blames on Russian opposition groups.
Sudan relatively calm after week-long ceasefire begins
A ceasefire in Sudan intended to allow the delivery of humanitarian aid has come into effect.
Sudan ceasefire deal raises hopes in Khartoum
A deal signed by Sudan's army and the rival Rapid Support Forces is due to come into effect with an internationally-supported monitoring mechanism.
Ukraine says advances on Bakhmut’s flanks trap Russians
Ukraine says its forces are entrapping Russians inside Bakhmut after Moscow's proclamation it has finally captured the city.
Sudan’s army and paramilitary sign seven-day ceasefire
Sudan's two warring factions have signed a new deal for a seven-day ceasefire, with the US and Saudi Arabia to monitor compliance.
Zelenskiy denies city of Bakhmut occupied by Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russian forces are not occupying Bakhmut, after Russian claims its troops had captured the city.
Army chief drops RSF foe from Sudan’s ruling council
Sudan army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has removed rebel chief Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo from his post as his deputy in a symbolic gesture.
US endorses plan to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16 jets
US officials say Ukrainian pilots will be trained in flying F-16 fighter jets in Europe in a procedure that will require months to complete.
Australia slaps fresh sanctions, export bans on Russia
New sanctions targeting 21 Russian entities and three individuals have been announced by Australia as part of a co-ordinated response at the G7.
Explosions as air raid alerts sound throughout Ukraine
Ukraine's military has mobilised anti-aircraft units after air raid alerts sounded throughout the country amid reports of Russian drone attacks.
Ukraine shoots down missiles over Kyiv in night attack
Ukraine says it shot down all targets over Kyiv after being hammered overnight by Russian drones and missiles launched from land, air and sea.
Ukraine says it shot down Russian ‘hypersonic’ missiles
Ukraine says it shot down hypersonic missiles amid an "exceptionally dense" barrage fired at Kyiv.
Ukraine claims Bakhmut gains, top court chief detained
Anti-corruption authorities in Ukraine say they have detained the head of the country's Supreme Court in an investigation against high-level graft.
Ukraine says it’s shot down volley of Russian missiles
If confirmed, Ukrtaine shooting down of Russian missiles would be a dramatic demonstration of the effectiveness of newly deployed Western air defences.
Zelenskiy promises ‘irreversible’ Russian defeat
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy used his address in Germany to promise an "irreversible" defeat against Russia with the help of Western allies.
Ukraine attempted to break through Bakhmut, Russia says
Thew Kremlin says Ukraine has waged attacks in the north and south of the city of Bakhmut, but that it had not broken through Russian defences.
Israel and Islamic Jihad agree to truce in Gaza
Five days after Israel launched a barrage of air strikes against Islamic Jihad commanders on the Gaza Strip, Egypt says they have brokered a ceasefire.
Zelenskiy asks Pope to back Kyiv peace plan
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy presented Pope Francis with a used bulletproof vest that had been painted with an image of the Madonna.
Sudan ceasefire talks to resume amid heavy fighting
Saudi Arabia-hosted talks aimed at securing a ceasefire deal in Sudan are set to resume as clashes and strikes ring around Khartoum and neighbouring areas.
Luhansk missile strike ‘injures children, Russian MP’
There's speculation Ukraine could have used a long-range missile if Russian claims of a strike in Luhansk are correct.
Sudanese factions fight on after failing to agree truce
Sudan's warring army and Rapid Support Forces paramilitary have failed to agree to a ceasefire despite signing a so-called declaration of principles.
Ukraine tanks join attacks along 100km front: Russia
Russia's defence ministry says up to 40 Ukrainian tanks have been used in an attack on Soledar, a small mining town near Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine .
Rockets target Jerusalem, Israel kills militant leader
Residents of Gaza and Israel are hoping for a truce as Israeli strikes killed an Islamic Jihad leader and Palestinian militants fired rockets towards Jerusalem.
Egypt starts mediation bid to end Israel-Gaza clashes
Egyptian officials say talks are underway after Israel's air force hit Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza and Palestinian militants launched rockets.
Russia denies Ukrainian breakthroughs along front lines
Russia has moved to quash some reports that Ukrainian forces have made advances in reclaiming the city of Bakhmut, as the war reaches a new turning point.
China open to Ukraine talks, Russia fires missiles
Foreign Minister Qin Gang says China is willing to talk with all sides "to achieve an early ceasefire" in Ukraine as Russia launched several missile strikes.
Imran Khan can be held for eight days: Pakistani judge
A court has ruled former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan can be held for questioning for eight days.