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Still no major progress toward 'peace pact with nature' at COP15
The world had just eight days to seal a historic deal to stem the destruction of nature.
French court to rule on 2016 Nice terror attack suspects
A French court will issue verdicts Tuesday for eight suspects charged in the harrowing 2016 terror attack in Nice, where an allegedly radicalised Islamist attacker is accused of ploughing his truck into a crowd celebrating the July 14 national holiday.
France hosts conference for 'urgent' Ukraine winter help
France hosts an international conference Tuesday designed to raise material and money to repair Ukraine's damaged infrastructure as well as underline Paris' ongoing support for Kyiv's fight against Russia.
Deadly attack on Kabul hotel popular with Chinese
At least three people were killed when gunmen attacked a hotel popular with Chinese business people in the Afghan capital Monday, with witnesses reporting multiple blasts and several bursts of gunfire, as the Islamic State group claimed responsibility.
Ukraine needs extra gas and weapons, Zelensky tells G7
President Volodymyr Zelensky urged G7 nations on Monday to provide extra gas and weapons to help Ukraine survive a brutal winter, which threatens to bring further suffering to millions in the war-torn country.
Colombia, rebels end 'successful' 1st round of peace talks
The Colombian government and National Liberation Army (ELN) rebels on Monday "successfully" completed a first round of peace talks in Caracas by agreeing to free prisoners, but without signing a cease fire, according to a joint statement.
J.K. Rowling launches a service to help victims of sexual violence
"Harry Potter" author J. K. Rowling on Monday launched an organisation for women who have been victims of sexual violence.
EU democracy 'under attack' as parliament rocked by Qatar bribe claims
Leaders of the EU Parliament accused foreign powers on Monday of trying to corrupt European democracy, as a probe into alleged bribes from World Cup host Qatar widened.
US chiefs back 'neutral' Russian athletes at Paris Olympics
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee backs moves to allow athletes from Russia and Belarus to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics provided they do not participate under their countries' colours or flags, officials said on Monday.
Chinese, Indian troops injured in fresh border 'face-off'
Indian and Chinese troops engaged in a fresh "face-off" on their disputed Himalayan border last week, leaving several injured on both sides, sources said Monday.
Moscow calls for 'diplomatic' solution to Kosovo tensions
The Kremlin on Monday called for a "diplomatic" resolution to a recent flare-up in tensions in Kosovo following attacks targeting the police.
Key Ukraine naval base unbowed despite Russian onslaught
After enduring months of shelling by Russian forces, officials in the strategic Ukrainian port of Ochakiv hope it can serve to consolidate Kyiv's gains in the southern Kherson region.
Three killed in attack on China hotel in Afghan capital
At least three people were killed when gunmen attacked a hotel popular with Chinese business people in the Afghan capital Monday, with witnesses reporting multiple blasts and several bursts of gunfire.
UK eyes new ties in Africa, Latin America and Asia
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Monday set out his long-term vision for UK foreign policy, urging a move towards new partnerships in Latin America, Asia and Africa.
Unidentified gunmen attack China hotel in Afghan capital
Unidentified gunmen attacked a hotel popular with Chinese business people in the Afghan capital Monday, with witnesses reporting multiple blasts and several bursts of gunfire.
Macron postpones French pension overhaul to January
French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday that he was pushing back his presentation of a major pensions overhaul denounced by labour unions, citing recent leadership changes at two opposition parties.
Iran defies outcry with second protest execution
Iran on Monday executed a second man in connection with protests that have shaken the regime for almost three months, defying an international outcry over its use of capital punishment against those involved in the movement.
Loud blast, shots heard near China hotel in Afghan capital
A loud blast and gunfire were heard in the Afghan capital Monday near a hotel popular with Chinese business visitors, a witness said.
S. Africa's embattled Ramaphosa faces decisive week
Embattled South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faces a decisive week as a scandal hangs over his future, with an impeachment vote on Tuesday preceding a key ruling party conference.
Mongolians brave freezing nights in fight for justice
Bundled up in thick layers to battle temperatures below freezing, Mongolians are sleeping rough in the heart of their capital and say they will not leave until officials accused of corruption are punished.
DR Congo Tutsis face threats, prejudice amid rebel crisis
Sitting in a small courtyard in Goma, eastern DR Congo, a 55-year-old Tutsi woman joked darkly that she would be killed if she spoke under her real name.
China protests shine light on limits of Uyghur solidarity
Their deaths in a fire triggered China's biggest protests in generations, but few people seemed to know the victims were Uyghur families torn apart by Beijing's crackdown in Xinjiang.
The Russians helping Ukrainian refugees in Bulgaria
When Ukrainian Elena Bondarenko fled to Bulgaria after Russia invaded, she never imagined she would be taken in by a Russian there.
One dead in Peru as protests spread against new president
Protests against Peru's new government turned deadly this weekend, with a teenager killed as police clashed with angry demonstrators calling for a national strike, fresh elections and the release of detained former president Pedro Castillo.
Protests spread against Peru's new president
Protests against Peru's new government grew this weekend, with police clashing with angry demonstrators calling for a national strike, fresh elections and the release of detained former president Pedro Castillo.
In S.Africa's Soweto, Ramaphosa scandal fuels resentment
In the township of Soweto, where South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa grew up -- and where he visited last year promising better days -- nothing has changed for Solomzi Dzanzbe.
Lockerbie: mid-air blast led to worldwide probe
Just after 7:00 pm on Wednesday, December 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 from London to New York was blown apart over the Scottish town of Lockerbie, killing all 259 people on board.
Afghan firing at border kills six civilians: Pakistan military
Afghan Taliban forces opened fire at a border crossing with Pakistan on Sunday, killing six civilians, the Pakistani military said.
France's conservatives elect new leader to revive sagging fortunes
France's once-mighty right-wing Republicans party announced a new leader on Sunday, with members picking arch-conservative Eric Ciotti in the hope he can revive their dim electoral prospects.
Russia sought to swap ex-US Marine for 'assassin' held in Germany
US efforts to negotiate the freedom of a former Marine held in Russia as part of the swap involving basketball star Brittney Griner were thwarted by Moscow's demand for the release of a convicted murderer held in Germany, according to a top US official and media reports.
Alleged Lockerbie bombmaker in US custody
A Libyan man accused of making the bomb that destroyed a Pan Am flight over Scotland in 1988, killing 270 people, has been taken into US custody, the Justice Department confirmed Sunday.
Ukrainian strike hits Russian-occupied Melitopol
Ukraine attacked the Russian-occupied southern city of Melitopol on Saturday evening, the Kremlin-installed local authorities and Ukrainian officials said.