Washington’s account of last week’s air incident over the South China Sea involving Chinese and US planes is false, Beijing has said
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Security Personnel Shot Dead During Protest In Iran: Report
A member of Iran’s security forces has been shot dead during protests in the city of Semirom, state media said Sunday, more than 100 days after Mahsa Amini’s death sparked nationwide unrest.
Australia grapples with worker shortage after strict COVID rules
Australia is reviewing its entire visa and immigration system in an all-out effort to rapidly increase its workforce.
Pakistan: 1 soldier, 4 militants killed in army operation
The army says a military operation in Pakistan’s northwest targeting militants triggered a firefight that left a soldier and four fighters dead.
9 Killed In Uganda New Year Stampede: Police
At least nine people died in a shopping mall crush in Uganda’s capital on Sunday as revellers rang in the New Year, police said.
Vatican preparations underway for Benedict XVI’s funeral
Pope Francis will preside over the funeral of his predecessor Benedict XVI on Thursday.
Australia, Canada impose COVID curbs on travellers from China
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Colombia agrees ceasefire with five largest armed groups
Colombia’s government has agreed to a six-month ceasefire with the five largest armed groups operating in the country, President Gustavo Petro announced on New Year’s Eve.
Pak-Taliban ties in jeopardy over Durand Line crisis
A major point of contention between the two neighbours is the status of a colonial legacy–the Durand line, cutting through the Pashtun-dominated tribal areas. Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in 2021 two decades after being removed from power …