Turkish police break up 'violence against women' protest
The protest violence against women, some chanting "government resign", nearly five months after Turkey withdrew from a treaty on the issue.
Fri Nov 26 2021
Egypt court confirms death sentence for Brotherhood head, 13 others
A Cairo court on Saturday confirmed death sentences for Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohamed Badie and 13 others over Islamist protest violence.
Sun Apr 12 2015
Egypt courts jail more than 160 Morsi backers
The supporters were found guilty of taking part in riots, attacking security forces and participating in violent clashes on August 16.
Sun May 18 2014
Third child dies from weekend of Thai protest violence
A six-year-old girl, her four-year-old brother and a woman are victims of a grenade attack which hit a busy Bangkok shopping area over the weekend.
Mon Feb 24 2014
Turkey PM patience 'has limit' as protest violence flares
Turkey's defiant Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday told supporters his patience "has a limit" as police fired tear gas and jets of water at demonstrators.
Mon Jun 10 2013
Nepalese protest violence against women
Hundreds of Nepalese campaigners protested for a 10th day Sunday over the alleged rape and robbery of a maid by government officials.
Wed Jan 09 2013
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024