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Kazakhstan court says Tokayev can seek new presidential term under revised constitution

10:07

Kazakhstan Politics

Kazakhstan court says Tokayev can seek new presidential term under revised constitution

Kazakhstan's Constitutional Court ruled that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is eligible to seek a new presidential term under the country's newly adopted constitution. It's after a referendum on the constitution in March reset presidential term limits - a move that could extend his time in power.

At least 18 injured in Damascus bomb blast near Macron's hotel

15:19

Syria

At least 18 injured in Damascus bomb blast near Macron's hotel

Two bombs exploded near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron had spent the night, but his office said he did not hear the explosions and was on his way to meet Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the time.

Pakistan steps up Afghan deportations ahead of 10 July deadline

18:56

South Asia

Pakistan steps up Afghan deportations ahead of 10 July deadline

Pakistan is tightening enforcement of its Illegal Foreigners' Repatriation Plan ahead of a 10 July deadline, after which Afghan nationals living in the country without valid visas face immediate arrest under an Interior Ministry directive.

Antalya to host the 2026 International Astronautical Congress

19:57

IAC 2026

Antalya to host the 2026 International Astronautical Congress

The countdown is on for the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026), taking place in Antalya, Türkiye, from 5–9 October 2026.

Green Climate Fund approves $30m to strengthen climate resilience in Tajikistan

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Central Asia

Green Climate Fund approves $30m to strengthen climate resilience in Tajikistan

The Green Climate Fund has approved a $30 million climate adaptation project for Tajikistan to help 73,500 people strengthen food security, protect water resources and build more resilient rural livelihoods.

Afghanistan and ICRC seek stronger disaster response partnership

Afghanistan's disaster authority says it and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) are seeking to expand cooperation on emergency response as the country continues to face floods, earthquakes, drought and the long-term threat from mines and unexploded ordnance.

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Gaza

UN inquiry demands release of detained Gaza hospital director

A United Nations inquiry has called for the immediate release of prominent Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, who has been detained by Israel, saying reports of his treatment in custody raise serious concerns about possible violations of international law.

Pakistan Army links militancy and water security at top command meeting

22:33

South Asia

Pakistan Army links militancy and water security at top command meeting

Pakistan's military on Monday linked cross-border militancy, hybrid threats and water security during the 276th Corps Commanders' Conference, reaffirming continued intelligence-based counterterrorism operations and support for the government's position on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT).

Why is Putin’s Chechen strongman missing from Russia’s ruling party’s election slate?

21:35

North Caucasus

Why is Putin’s Chechen strongman missing from Russia’s ruling party’s election slate?

Ramzan Kadyrov has been left off the ruling United Russia party's election list for Chechnya for the first time since 2007, fuelling fresh speculation about his political future and succession plans.

Why is Putin’s Chechen strongman missing from Russia’s ruling party’s election slate?

Ramzan Kadyrov has been left off the ruling United Russia party's election list for Chechnya for the first time since 2007, fuelling fresh speculation about his political future and succession plans.

15:19

Syria

At least 18 injured in Damascus bomb blast near Macron's hotel

16:27

Central Asia

Green Climate Fund approves $30m to strengthen climate resilience in Tajikistan

22:33

South Asia

Pakistan Army links militancy and water security at top command meeting

U.S. launches strikes on Iran after reported Hormuz ship attacks

The U.S. says it has launched strikes on Iran after alleged attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington described the action as a response to threats against civilian shipping and a breach of the ceasefire.

Trump says Iran ceasefire deal is 'over', refuses further talks with Tehran

21:16

Middle East Conflict

live Trump says Iran ceasefire deal is 'over', refuses further talks with Tehran

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the memorandum of understanding signed with Iran to end the conflict was "over", adding he did not want to engage with Tehran, calling the Iranian leadership "sick people".

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NATO summit

NATO Summit: President Trump lands in Türkiye ahead of meeting with alliance leaders

NATO leaders are unveiling multi-billion-dollar arms deals in Ankara as President Donald Trump joins the summit, highlighting Europe's increased defence spending amid tensions over Russia and Iran, and following years of U.S. criticism of the alliance.

Massive crowds attend Ali Khamenei funeral procession in week-long farewell

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Middle East conflict

Massive crowds attend Ali Khamenei funeral procession in week-long farewell

Massive crowds are gathering in the streets of Tehran on Monday for the funeral procession of Iran's slain former supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, as part of a week-long farewell. His son and designated successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, has yet to make a public appearance.

20:59

NATO

live NATO Summit: Secretary General backs new U.S. strikes on Iran

Mark Rutte, Secretary General of NATO, has described fresh U.S. strikes on Iran as "absolutely necessary," in remarks at the start of the second day of the alliance's sumit in the Turkish capital Ankara.