Baghdad bomb kills at least six: officials
The blast in the Karrada area, where many people go to shop ahead of the holiday marking the end of the holy Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, also wounded at least 20 people, the officials said.
Sat Jul 02 2016
After Fallujah, what's next in the battle against IS?
Fallujah was one of only two major cities IS still held in Iraq and the security forces are now training their sights on Mosul.
Mon Jun 27 2016
Iraq takes full control of Fallujah from IS
Iraqi forces took the Daish group's last positions in the city of Fallujah Sunday, establishing full control over one of the militants' most emblematic bastions.
Sun Jun 26 2016
UN says at least 20,000 children trapped in Fallujah, Iraq
UNICEF says at least 20,000 children are trapped in Fallujah, facing shortages and forced recruitment as fighters.
Wed Jun 01 2016
Fallujah: Five things you need to know about the Daish stronghold in Iraq
Forces led by Iraq's elite counter-terrorism service thrust into Fallujah on Monday, a week after Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declared the launch of an offensive to retake the city.
Mon May 30 2016
Iraq forces begin assault on Daish bastion Fallujah
Iraqi forces battled the Daish group Monday in the opening stages of an operation to retake Fallujah.
Mon May 23 2016
Iraq says its forces preparing for Fallujah battle
Iraqi forces are heading to Fallujah to launch a long-awaited operation to retake the city from the Islamic State jihadist group.
Sun May 22 2016
Wave of violence kills more than 180 in Iraq
The death toll from a three-day wave of violence in Iraq passed 180 after three hours of heavy fighting in Fallujah.
Fri Apr 26 2013
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