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Russia using Belarus territory to bypass Ukraine’s defences, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian leader accuses Belarus of helping Russian forces to circumvent defences that protect Ukraine from attack.

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Somalia, African nations denounce Israeli recognition of Somaliland

Somalia and the African Union reacted angrily Friday after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the northern region of Somaliland as an independent state.

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Russia Attacks Kyiv Ahead of Trump-Zelensky Meeting

The assault began at around 1:30 a.m. local time and was continuing into the morning.

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Live: Poland temporarily closes two airports after Russian strikes on Ukraine

Poland has ‍temporarily closed two airports in Rzeszow and ⁠Lublin after the country's armed forces scrambled fighter jets due to ‍Russian strikes on Ukraine, according to the Polish Air ‌Navigation Services ‍Agency. Earlier on Saturday, powerful explosions rocked Ukraine's capital as authoritie…

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Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire after weeks of deadly clashes

Almost one million people had been displaced since hostilities resumed earlier this month.

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Thailand and Cambodia agree ‘immediate’ ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes

Two countries pledge in joint statement to halt all forms of attacks and further troop deployments in long-running dispute over contested territoryThailand and Cambodia have agreed to an “immediate” ceasefire, pledging to end weeks of deadly border clashes that have killed more than 100 people and d…

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Israeli forces kill Palestinian in Gaza, carry out raids across West Bank

Palestinian death toll since the start of the truce in Gaza rises to 411 amid near daily Israeli violations.

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Thailand and Cambodia reach ceasefire deal to end weeks of fighting

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an "immediate" ceasefire on Saturday, the two countries said in a joint statement, pledging to end weeks of deadly border clashes.

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Thailand and Cambodia Reach Cease-Fire in Brutal Border War

The 72-hour cease-fire could pave the way for an end to the fighting, which has killed dozens and displaced thousands over nearly three weeks.

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Nigeria on cooperating with US against ISIS: ‘This challenge goes beyond borders‘

Nigeria said its response to terrorism threats “goes beyond borders” after the U.S. launched airstrikes against Islamic State militants in the West African country on Thursday. “Nigeria’s focus remains the protection of innocent lives and the defeat of terrorism through coordinated action with partn…

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Israel Recognizes Somaliland, Drawing International Rebukes

The development carries potential benefits for both sides but still faces stiff international opposition, 34 years after the region broke away from Somalia.

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UK to offer military 'gap year' to boost recruitment

The paid 12-month course is aimed at under-25s, with plans for the scheme to grow to 1,000 young people a year.

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Don't rule out EU customs union, TUC boss tells Starmer

Trade unionist Paul Nowak says he wants to see the "closest possible" economic relationship with the EU.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,402

These are the key developments from day 1,402 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

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China sanctions US defense firms, executives over Taiwan arms deal

The imposed sanctions are largely symbolic, as American defense firms' business with China is extremely limited.

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'We will vote but not with our hearts': Inside the election staged by Myanmar's military rulers

This is the first election since the army's coup in early 2021 - and it is being widely condemned as a sham.

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UK youth to be offered military ‘gap year’ in bid to boost defence: Report

UK plans to boost ranks of armed forces by offering young people paid military experience amid growing Russian threats.

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Thailand and Cambodia sign new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting

Thailand and Cambodia have signed an agreement to implement a ceasefire to end weeks of armed combat along their border over competing claims to territory

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Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes

Thailand and Cambodia on Saturday agreed to an "immediate" ceasefire after three weeks of fighting killed at least 47 people and displaced more than a million. The truce comes after three days of talks, and it applies to "all types of weapons, including attacks on civilians, civilian objects and inf…

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Central African Republic election: Who’s running and what’s at stake?

President Touadera's decision to stand for a third term has drawn criticism from opposition groups and civil society.