Blasts kill nearly 100 at slain commander Soleimani's memorial; Iran vows revenge
An official said "two explosive devices planted along the road leading to Kerman's Martyrs' Cemetery were detonated remotely by terrorists".
Thu Jan 04 2024
Four children and an adult injured in Pakistan blast
A spokesman said an improvised explosive device (IED) went off on a busy road in Peshawar.
Tue Dec 05 2023
Israeli drone strike in West Bank kills three Palestinians, officials say
Israel said armed Palestinians "fired and hurled explosive devices" at its forces in Jenin refugee camp, in the northern West Bank, who they then struck with a drone.
Wed Oct 25 2023
Over 1,000 Afghan civilians killed in blasts, violence since August 2021 - UN
The majority of deaths were caused by improvised explosive devices including suicide bombings in mosques, education centres and markets.
Tue Jun 27 2023
Goa-bound plane from Moscow diverted to Uzbekistan after bomb threat
A flight operated by Russian airline Azur Air bound for Goa was diverted to Uzbekistan after receiving a report of an explosive device on board.
Sat Jan 21 2023
Third suspected letter-bomb found in Spanish air force base
Spanish security forces found a third suspected explosive device hidden in an envelope mailed to the Air Force base.
Thu Dec 01 2022
Explosion near bus stop injures at least 7 in Jerusalem
Israeli Army Radio said the blast was caused by an explosive device planted at the scene but police did not confirm the report.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Attack on vehicle kills 35 civilians in northern Burkina Faso
A vehicle in a convoy hit an improvised explosive device, the interim government said.
Tue Sep 06 2022
Daughter of ultra-nationalist Russian ideologue killed in suspected car bomb attack - Investigators
Darya Dugina was killed after a suspected explosive device blew up the Toyota Land Cruiser she was driving, investigators said.
Mon Aug 22 2022
Multiple people shot in New York City subway station, trains halted - local media
Several people were shot and explosive devices were found in a New York City subway station on Tuesday, local media reported, citing fire department sources.
Tue Apr 12 2022
One killed, another seriously injured after home-made bomb explodes
A motorcyclist was killed while his pillion rider was seriously injured after an explosive device they were carrying exploded.
Thu Jun 10 2021
ISWAP militant group says Nigeria's Boko Haram leader is dead
Shekau died around May 18 after detonating an explosive device when he was pursued by ISWAP fighters following a battle.
Mon Jun 07 2021
Plot to kill UK PM Theresa May foiled: Sky News
Police believe that the plan was to launch some sort of improvised explosive device at the Prime Minister's residence at Downing Street and in the ensuing chaos to attack and kill Theresa May.
Wed Dec 06 2017
Kiev car bomb kills colonel in Ukrainian military intelligence
A colonel in Ukraine's military intelligence was killed by a car bomb in central Kiev on Tuesday, the defence ministry said, describing the incident as a "terrorist act".
Tue Jun 27 2017
Explosive device set off by loan shark injures factory worker
A factory worker injured his legs after an explosive device believed to have been set by a loan shark went off as he was getting into his car in Taman Pengkalan Setia, Simpang, here last night.
Mon May 15 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