Israel bombs Lebanon after radio blasts, says it thwarts assassination plot
The sophisticated attacks on communications equipment used by Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah have sown disarray in Lebanon.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Hezbollah devices explode again in Lebanon, raising fears of wider Israel conflict
Hand-held radios used by armed group Hezbollah detonated across south of Lebanon.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Attack at Mexico holiday party leaves 12 dead - Authorities
The attack took place when an armed group opened fire on partygoers attending a traditional Mexican party ahead of Christmas.
Mon Dec 18 2023
Armed group in Mexico kidnaps 14 security ministry staff
The kidnapped employees, all men, were taken by members of the armed group on a highway.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Around 40,000 Syrians return from Turkey after quake
The immigration was recorded at four border crossings held by Syrian armed groups opposed to Syrian President Bashar.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Myanmar extends ceasefire period until end of 2023
The military has extended the ceasefire agreement with ethnic armed groups for 21 times from Dec 21, 2018 till Dec 31, 2022.
Sun Jan 01 2023
Death toll from Tripoli clashes rises to 16
The death toll from clashes between two rival armed groups in the Libyan capital Tripoli has increased to 16, and the injuries to 52, the Libyan Ministry of Health said on Saturday.
Sun Jul 24 2022
Fighting erupts in Myanmar near Thai border
Clashes between the army and some of the two dozen or so ethnic armed groups have broken out since the coup, after years of relative quiet.
Tue Apr 27 2021
Nigerian schoolboys freed as forces search for 300 abducted girls
Gunmen in Nigeria on Saturday released 27 teenage boys who were kidnapped from their school last week.
Sat Feb 27 2021
Three killed amid surge of violence in Colombia
The government has accused armed groups financed by drug trafficking of being behind the killings.
Sat Aug 29 2020
55 more migrants feared drowned after being forced from boat off Yemen - UN agency
Smugglers were pushing migrants into the sea away from the mainland so as to avoid encountering possibly armed groups on shore in the war-torn country.
Thu Aug 10 2017
Aung San Suu Kyi urges joint efforts to achieve national reconciliation in Myanmar
Myanmar State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi called for taking time and perseverance for the government, the armed forces, ethic armed groups and political parties to reach consensus.
Wed May 24 2017
Damascus wants Trump to end rebel support - Syria foreign minister
Damascus hopes Donald Trump will end support for armed groups and curb regional powers who back them.
Sun Nov 20 2016
One dead as gunmen seize hostages in Armenia police station raid
The presidency said security forces were in "full control" of the situation, but the drama was still going on after about 12 hours and police said they were holding talks with the gunmen.
Sun Jul 17 2016
Bangladeshis who died in Dhaka attack were Monash Malaysia students
Police, however, are still trying to confirm if they were victims or members of the armed group.
Mon Jul 04 2016
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