Deadly drone attacks on civilians continue in Sudan’s Kordofan, UN says
United Nations human rights chief also decries ‘preventable human rights catastrophe’ in Sudan’s el-Fasher.
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What were Jeffrey Epstein’s links to Israel?
New documents show some thought disgraced US financier had links to Israeli intelligence services and settler groups.BI
Iran suggests it could dilute highly enriched uranium for sanctions relief
Iran’s atomic energy chief makes comment as more mediated negotiations with the US expected.
Strong support in Pakistan for Gaza peacekeeping force but questions linger
Poll finds Pakistanis ready to support Gaza peacekeeping mission under Muslim alliance and UN approval framework.
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Jimmy Lai sentenced: What happened to other HK pro-democracy protesters?
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The Take: Jamal Elshayyal – inside the war for journalism’s future
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Swiss Gremaud glides to Olympic slopestyle gold after China’s Gu tumbles
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People in Melbourne protest against a four-day state visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Australia. [William West/AFP]
A protester in Sydney is helped after police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators taking part in a pro-Palestinian rally against Herzog's visit to Australia. [Saeed Khan/AFP]
Thousands of people gathered across Australia on Monday to protest against Herzog's arrival. [Saeed Khan/AFP]
Police officers detain a protester at a demonstration at Sydney's Town Hall Square against the Israeli president's visit. [Jeremy Piper/Reuters]
Herzog is visiting Australia for four days this week after an invitation from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the aftermath of the December 14, 2025, shooting at a Hanukkah event at Sydney's Bondi Beach that killed 15 people. [William West/AFP]
The visit has attracted the ire of some people in Australia who accuse Herzog of being complicit in civilian deaths in Gaza. Pro-Palestine groups have organised protests in cities and towns across the country on February 9, 2026. [William West/AFP]
A demonstrator covers his eyes after police used riot control agents at Town Hall Square in Sydney during one of the protests. [Jeremy Piper/Reuters]
Police used pepper spray and tear gas to push back groups of people who were trying to breach their line. Several protesters were arrested. [Saeed Khan/AFP]
Authorities in Sydney declared Herzog's visit a major event and authorised the use of rarely invoked powers during the visit, including the ability to separate and move crowds, restrict their entry to certain areas, direct people to leave and search vehicles. [Joel Carrett/AAP Image/AP Photo]
A protester cleans out the eyes of another demonstrator after police used riot control agents at Town Hall Square. [Jeremy Piper/Reuters]
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Muslim countries slam Israel for ‘illegal annexation’ push in West Bank
In joint statement, countries urge international community to ‘compel Israel to halt its dangerous escalation’.
‘Big crisis’: Kast’s immigration agenda brings uncertainty to Chile’s north
In the border city of Arica, Jose Antonio Kast’s election reveals an uneasy relationship between migrants and locals.
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Can USA repeat shock win over Pakistan in T20 World Cup? All to know
With uncertainty shrouding India game, Pakistan will look to avoid an upset against the USA in their Group A game.
