Hezbollah says it will escalate war with Israel after Hamas leader killed
Yahya Sinwar was killed during an operation by Israeli soldiers in the Palestinian enclave on Wednesday.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Haiti gangs are recruiting more child soldiers, human rights report says
Near-famine conditions push boys to pick up guns while girls are sexually abused and forced into domestic work.
Sat Oct 12 2024
Shots fired, bulldozers rammed cars during UN standoff with Israeli military
UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said Israeli soldiers wanted to question two Palestinian staff members.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Israel should have 'zero tolerance' if soldiers sexually assaulted Palestinian prisoners, says US
If there are detainees who have been sexually assaulted or raped, the govt of Israel, the IDF need to fully investigate those actions.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Indian soldiers building metal bridge to marooned area in Kerala landslides
The search for survivors and bodies entered the third day in a disaster that has killed at least 178 people.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Bangladesh says it forgot to remove UN logos from vehicles as it contained unrest
The vehicle was carrying gun-bearing soldiers on a street in Dhaka, as security forces cracked down on student-led protests.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Bolivia coup attempt fails after military assault on presidential palace
Soldiers and military vehicles retreated as hundreds of Bolivian President Luis Arce's supporters rushed the square outside the palace.
Thu Jun 27 2024
South Korea fired warning shots after North Korea border crossing
South Korea's military fired warning shots after around 20 North Korean soldiers briefly crossed the border, Seoul officials said.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Israel releases film of women soldiers being taken by Hamas on Oct. 7
The captives' families hoped the footage would increase pressure on Israeli PM to agree a truce with Hamas and secure the hostages' release.
Thu May 23 2024
Palestinian authorities seek probe into mass graves at Gaza hospitals
Nearly 400 bodies were recovered from mass graves after Israeli soldiers departed a Gaza hospital.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Myanmar rebel group withdraws troops from key town on Thai border
The Karen National Union made a "temporary retreat" from Myawaddy, after the return of junta soldiers to the vital strategic area.
Wed Apr 24 2024
Australian war hero appeals defamation ruling on reports he was complicit in Afghan unlawful killings
Ben Roberts-Smith called the report false and based on claims of failed soldiers, jealous of his accolades, and sought unspecified damages.
Mon Feb 05 2024
Philippines denies 'special arrangements' with China to supply troops on reef
The Chinese coastguard said it had temporarily allowed Philippines to provide food and water to soldiers stationed at BRP Sierra Madre.
Tue Jan 30 2024
The female marines Japan is training for war
Although the number of Japanese female soldiers has doubled during the past decade, it is still far behind Tokyo's ally, the United States.
Sat Jan 27 2024
Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 65 of its own POWs by shooting down plane
The military transport plane was carrying the captured Ukrainian soldiers to a prisoner exchange when it got shot down, killing 74 in total.
Thu Jan 25 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
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