US transfers ISIL detainees to Iraq as northeast Syria base draws down
Iraq launches investigations into ISIL detainees from Syria with 7,000 expected to arrive in total.
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Zelenskyy reveals 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed fighting against Russia
Kremlin spokesperson says Russian forces would continue fighting until Kyiv makes necessary ‘decisions’ to end the war.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,442
These are the key developments from day 1,442 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
From: NewsFeed
‘Treacherous assassination’: Who was Saif al-Islam Gaddafi?
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, former Libyan leader Muammar Gadaffi’s son, and his number 2, was killed by “four masked men”.
Published On 4 Feb 2026
Can US-Iran diplomacy work? Inside the narrow window for talks
Iran wants talks with the US to stabilise before inviting regional nations to join, as Trump sends mixed messages.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,441
These are the key developments from day 1,441 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
From: NewsFeed
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libyan former leader, killed
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed in Libya, Al Jazeera Arabic reports.
Published On 3 Feb 2026
Trump says talks with Iran continuing as US shoots down an Iranian drone
Trump’s comments come as Iran’s president tells his foreign minister to seek ‘fair and equitable negotiations’ with US.
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Why peace remains elusive in Pakistan’s troubled Balochistan
A look at Balochistan’s history of rebellion, state crackdowns and why violence keeps returning.
Syrian forces enter SDF-stronghold of Qamishli under ceasefire deal
Damascus says forces entering city in northeastern Hasakah province ‘to commence security duties’ under US-backed deal.
From: NewsFeed
Video: Syrian government forces enter city of Hasakah
Syrian government forces have entered the city of Hasakah, which had been under the control of the Kurdish-led SDF.
Published On 3 Feb 2026
