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German president asks forgiveness for colonial crimes in Tanzania
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday expressed his "shame" at crimes committed during Germany's colonial rule in Tanzania and pledged to raise awareness of the atrocities in his own country.
King Charles meets Kenya veterans after admitting colonial abuses
King Charles III met Kenyan veterans of World World II on Wednesday, after acknowledging there was "no excuse" for colonial-era abuses during Britain's rule of the East African country.
Macron calls to strengthen partnerships in Central Asia visit
French President Emmanuel Macron said he wanted to "accelerate cooperation" with Kazakhstan on Wednesday, as part of a visit to boost France's footprint in Central Asia.
First foreigners, wounded set to leave devastated Gaza
Hundreds of wounded Gaza residents and foreigners gathered at the Egypt border Wednesday, poised to flee the shattered territory that is still reeling from a deadly Israeli strike on a refugee camp.
King Charles says 'no excuses' for colonial abuses in Kenya
King Charles III begins the second day of his trip to Kenya on Wednesday after acknowledging there was "no excuse" for colonial-era abuses during Britain's rule of the East African country.
Panic and mortar fire: Civilians flee M23 push in east DR Congo
A mother guided her bawling five-year old boy across rocks close to Bambo, a town in eastern DR Congo, as mortar fire rained down nearby.
Voices from Ethiopia's war-scarred Tigray
One year after Ethiopia signed a peace deal with the Tigray People's Liberation Front, ending a brutal conflict that killed hundreds of thousands by some estimates, life in the northern region is slowly limping back to normal.
One year on, peace holds in Tigray but Ethiopia still fractured
An accord signed a year ago between the rivals in Ethiopia's Tigray war has brought peace to the shattered region, but ignited yet another conflict in the increasingly fractured nation.
Russian aviation sector faces strong headwinds
Russia's aviation industry is facing heavy turbulence, as concerns for passenger safety mount in the face of poor maintenance, a lack of spare parts and regular breakdowns.
Mass exodus of Afghans as deadline to leave Pakistan arrives
Hundreds of thousands of Afghans living in Pakistan faced the threat of detention and deportation on Wednesday, as a government deadline for them to leave sparked a mass exodus.
Israel strikes refugee camp, kills Hamas commander
An Israeli strike on Gaza's largest refugee camp killed at least 47 people Tuesday, including, Israel said, a Hamas commander involved in the October 7 attacks.
Massacre on Mali's Niger River
Regular passengers of the "Tombouctou", a ferry whose route runs along the Niger River in northern Mali, are accustomed to hearing gunfire from the riverbank during their journeys.
King Charles continues Kenya visit after nod to colonial wrongs
King Charles III on Wednesday will begin the second day of his visit to Kenya after acknowledging there was "no excuse" for colonial-era abuses during Britain's rule of the East African country.
Equities gain ahead of Fed, yen rebounds on intervention warning
Most Asian stocks rose Wednesday ahead of an expected pause in the US Federal Reserve's interest rate campaign, while the yen fell from its 2023 highs after Japan's top forex official said authorities were "on standby" to intervene.
Trump's adult sons, codefendants in fraud trial, set to testify
Donald Trump's two adult sons are expected to begin taking the witness stand this week in the civil trial for financial fraud that threatens to deal a heavy blow to his business empire.
UK kicks off world's first AI safety summit
The world's first major summit on artificial intelligence (AI) safety opens in the UK on Wednesday, with political and tech leaders set to discuss possible responses to the society-changing technology.
Guyana seeks UN court protection in 'sinister' Venezuela territorial claim
Guyana has asked the UN's highest court to stop a Venezuelan referendum on whether or not to annex the oil-rich Essequibo region both South American nations lay claim to.
Bridging the Gulf: how World Cup is key to Saudi revamp
Standing on the verge of hosting the World Cup is an undeniable win for oil power Saudi Arabia as it pushes to reshape its economy and shake off its questionable image, analysts say.
Global stocks mixed, yen falls ahead of Fed decision
Global stocks were mixed Tuesday following uneven economic data while the yen tumbled against the dollar ahead of a Federal Reserve decision.
Dozens killed in Gaza camp strikes as Israel targets key militant
Dozens of people were killed Tuesday in Israeli bombing of Gaza's largest refugee camp, the Hamas-run health ministry said, with Israel's army confirming it had targeted a Hamas commander involved in the October 7 attacks.
Egypt to receive wounded Gazans through key crossing: sources
Egypt is preparing to treat wounded Palestinians from the bombarded Gaza Strip starting Wednesday, with the opening of a border crossing to people after weeks of war, medical and security sources said.
US Senate approves Biden pick for Israel ambassador
Senators voted Tuesday to confirm President Joe Biden's nominee for US ambassador to Israel, filling a crucial posting that had been vacant for months as America's closest ally in the Middle East battles Hamas militants.
Yemen's Huthi rebels vow more attacks on Israel
Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels on Tuesday pledged more attacks against Israel if its war on Hamas in Gaza continues, saying it had already fired drones and ballistic missiles in three separate operations.
Top US officials make case for Ukraine aid
The US secretaries of state and defense urged Congress Tuesday to sustain support for Ukraine and warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to use the Israel-Hamas war to reduce Western support for Kyiv.
Senegal probe after gay man's body reportedly dug up and burned
Footage said to show a gay man's body being dug up from a grave and burned has shocked Senegal, triggering an investigation in the conservative country where homophobia is rife.
Winter will amplify Ukraine humanitarian needs: UN
With the war between Israel and Hamas raging, a UN humanitarian official urged the Security Council on Tuesday to "not lose focus" on Ukraine, especially as another brutal winter looms.
US says Putin seeking to 'take advantage' of Israel-Hamas war
The United States accused Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday of trying to use the Israel-Hamas war to reduce Western support for Ukraine, which it said requires continued backing from Washington to prevent Russia success.
France arrests Russian tycoon in tax, sanctions probe
French police have arrested Russian billionaire Alexei Kuzmichev, one of the co-founders of the Alfa Group and who is targeted by EU sanctions, on suspicion of tax fraud and violating sanctions, sources close to the case said.
Spain cheers as crown princess comes of age in boost for monarchy
Princess Leonor, heir to the Spanish crown, swore loyalty to the constitution on Tuesday, her 18th birthday, a legal milestone that royal watchers hope will turn the page for the monarchy after several years marred by scandal.
Lawyer arrest fuels outrage over Iran teen's death
The arrest of a prize-winning Iranian rights lawyer has compounded the anger expressed by rights groups over the death of a teenage girl who activists say was fatally beaten by the Tehran morality police.
FBI director warns of heightened threats in US from Israel-Hamas war
The Israel-Hamas war has raised the threat of attacks against Americans in the United States to a "whole 'nother level," FBI Director Christopher Wray warned Tuesday.
'Ceasefire now!' Protesters interrupt US congress hearing
Protesters with hands covered in red paint repeatedly interrupted a congressional hearing on US military aid Tuesday, demanding Washington stop funding Israel's fight against Hamas.