British PM candidate Truss boosted by former rival's backing
Penny Mordaunt joins other senior ministers who have backed Truss in recent days, including Ben Wallace and finance minister Nadhim Zahawi.
Tue Aug 02 2022
[UPDATED] UK PM Johnson expected to resign on Thursday, to make a statement
Johnson had been hanging onto power despite the resignation of a string of his top ministers.
Thu Jul 07 2022
FACTBOX - If UK PM Boris Johnson is ousted, who could replace him?
Here's a summary of some of those who could be in the frame to replace Johnson should he resign or be ousted.
Wed Jul 06 2022
Russian troops advance on Kyiv as Ukrainian leader pleads for help
Russian forces seize Chernobyl plant, advance on Kyiv.
Fri Feb 25 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysia's daily COVID-19 cases dip to 22,070, More ISIS attacks feared after 85 killed in Kabul airport carnage
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Fri Aug 27 2021
Britain says Taliban control Afghanistan - we're not going back
The Taliban are in control of Afghanistan and British and NATO forces will not be returning to fight the insurgents, Wallace said.
Mon Aug 16 2021
Britain to permanently deploy two warships in Asian waters
Plans for the high-profile visit by the carrier strike group come as London deepens security ties with Tokyo.
Tue Jul 20 2021
UK military ready to deliver 100,000 vaccine doses a day - Defence Secretary
Britains armed forces could administer 100,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine a day if required.
Thu Dec 31 2020
Queen honours British minister who tried to save policeman
Ellwood and security minister Ben Wallace, who helped coordinate the government's response to Wednesday's attack, were appointed to the Privy Council.
Sat Mar 25 2017
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024