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14:56

Middle East conflict

live U.S. hits Iranian radar installations after drone threat in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. said it struck Iranian radar sites on Qeshm Island and in Goruk after intercepting four drones, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they launches retaliatory strikes on four tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and targeted U.S. bases in the Gulf.

13:27

Drone attack

Moscow blames Ukraine after five Azerbaijanis killed in the Sea of Azov

Five Azerbaijani crew members were killed, and three others were injured after two cargo vessels were hit in a drone attack in the Sea of Azov, Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry said on Friday, as Russia blamed Ukraine for the strike.

13:18

Defence deal

New Zealand to buy five U.S. Seahawk helicopters in $1.5bn deal

The United States has approved the possible sale of five Seahawk maritime helicopters to New Zealand in a deal valued at $1.5 billion, as Wellington moves to strengthen its armed forces.

11:03

Ebola

U.S. pledges $38m more for Ebola response as outbreak worsens in DR Congo

The United States has announced an additional $38 million to support efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as health officials warn that the virus could spread further without stronger action.

10:22

Peace test

Armenians set to vote in elections that put Pashinyan's peace promise to the test

Armenians will vote on Sunday in a parliamentary election that will determine whether Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan secures a new mandate to pursue peace with Azerbaijan or cedes ground to pro-Russian rivals.