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Ukraine's forces train near Chernobyl exclusion zone
Deserted since the world's worst nuclear disaster in 1986, the exclusion zone surrounding the decommissioned Chernobyl power plant in northern Ukraine is one of the most inhospitable places on the planet.
Israeli settlements 'impede peace': UN Security Council
The UN Security Council expressed its "dismay" with plans by Israel's hard-right government to retroactively legalize settlements in occupied Palestinian lands, warning in a statement Monday that such measures "impede peace."
Ukraine military repair shop fixes up old Russian hardware
In civilian life, Dmytro was a bicycle repair man in western Ukraine. Now he fixes tanks and other armoured vehicles, making them fit for the battlefield.
Air raid sirens howl on Biden's 'unprecedented' Kyiv visit
Air raid sirens howled as US President Joe Biden walked alongside Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky during a historic visit to war-time Kyiv on Monday.
'Golda' director swats away criticism over casting Mirren
The director of "Golda" on Monday dismissed a controversy over casting Helen Mirren as Israel's only woman prime minister Golda Meir, saying the British Oscar winner had "Jewish chops".
UN tries anew to finish treaty protecting the high seas
UN member states on Monday launched two weeks of negotiations aimed at finally reaching a treaty meant to protect and preserve vast areas of the world's oceans.
Rebels and troops clash in DR Congo despite summit call
Fighting flared on Monday between the DR Congo's army and M23 rebels in the country's troubled east, just days after African leaders called for a ceasefire and a pullback by armed groups.
Biden's weekend: church, dinner, and secret trip to Kyiv
Perhaps the most intensely scrutinized person on the planet, President Joe Biden left the world's media and the Washington rumor mill in complete darkness as he made his secret trip into wartime Kyiv.
Tunisia's Ennahdha leader faces new police investigation
The head of Tunisia's dissolved parliament is facing a new police inquiry, his Islamist-inspired Ennahdha party said Monday, days after a string of arrests mainly targeting opposition political figures.
Biden makes surprise trip to Kyiv before invasion anniversary
US President Joe Biden on Monday made a trip to Kyiv organised in strict secrecy, promising $500 million in fresh arms deliveries and "unwavering" American support ahead of the first anniversary of Russia's invasion.
Chinese delegation gets 'warm reception' in rare visit to Taipei
The first Chinese delegation to visit Taiwan since the pandemic enjoyed a "warm reception", the opposition-led Taipei city government said on Monday.
European stocks steady, dollar up tracking rates outlook
Europe's main stock markets steadied Monday after record highs for London and Paris last week as investors bet on prospects for a brighter economy despite lingering recession risks caused by high inflation.
Japan PM pledges $5.5 billion in additional Ukraine aid
Japan will offer Ukraine fresh financial support worth $5.5 billion, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Monday, days before the first anniversary of Russia's invasion.
China rejects US claim it may arm Russia
Beijing strongly denied on Monday US claims that China was considering arming Russia in its war against Ukraine, as it reiterated a call for dialogue to end the conflict.
Biden in surprise Kyiv visit
US President Joe Biden on Monday made a surprise trip to Kyiv, promising increased arms deliveries for Ukraine and unflagging support ahead of the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of the country.
N. Korea fires ballistic missiles in warning over US, S. Korea drills
North Korea fired two ballistic missiles Monday, its second weapons test in 48 hours, which Pyongyang said was a drill for a rocket launcher capable of a "tactical nuclear attack" that could take out entire enemy air bases.
US reaffirms pledge to deliver jets to Turkey
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday reaffirmed Washington's commitment to delivering F-16 jets to Turkey despite Turkish insistence that their approval should not depend on Ankara lifting objections to Sweden joining NATO.
Barber tidies up in Turkey quake tent camp
Student Mohammed al-Hamo, who learned to cut hair to earn money in his spare time, never imagined he would put his skills on display in a tent camp for earthquake survivors.
N. Korea fires rockets in warning over US, S. Korea drills
North Korea fired two rockets on Monday, in a drill for a launcher Pyongyang said was capable of a "tactical nuclear attack" that could take out entire enemy air bases.
UN to try anew to finish treaty protecting the high seas
UN member states on Monday open two weeks of negotiations aimed at finally reaching a treaty meant to protect and preserve vast areas of the world's oceans.
N. Korea fires ballistic missiles, warns of more action over US-S. Korea drills
North Korea fired two rockets on Monday from its latest launcher, claiming it is capable of a "tactical nuclear attack" that can take out entire enemy air bases.
Biden sends prayers to ex-president Carter in hospice care
US President Joe Biden on Sunday sent "love" and prayers to Jimmy Carter, the day after the former president, 98, entered hospice care.
AU says to organise Libya reconciliation conference
The African Union is organising a national reconciliation conference for Libya, AU Commission chief Moussa Faki Mahamat told AFP on Sunday, the latest bid to restore stability to the conflict-wracked nation.
US says China mulling arming Russia in Ukraine war
The United States on Sunday accused China of considering arming Russia in its war against Ukraine, ratcheting up tensions as the conflict hits its one-year mark this week.
Burkina announces French army operation officially over
Burkina Faso announced on Sunday that operations by the French army in the jihadist-hit West African state were officially over, after bilateral relations soured in recent months.
AU vows 'zero tolerance' to undemocratic change
The African Union insisted on Sunday it had a "zero tolerance" policy towards unconstitutional change as it maintained its suspension of four military-ruled countries.
US says China mulls arming Russia in Ukraine war
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Sunday that China was considering providing weapons to Russia in its war against Ukraine, warning Beijing that any supplies would "cause a serious problem."
West African bloc maintains sanctions on junta regimes
West African leaders have maintained sanctions imposed on three military-ruled countries in the volatile Sahel region and dented hopes of a return to the regional bloc, according to a statement seen by AFP on Sunday.
Blinken arrives in Turkey to show US support after quake
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Turkey on Sunday to show support to the earthquake-hit country and NATO ally which has had tumultuous ties with Washington.
Israeli strike kills 15 in Syrian capital: war monitor
An Israeli air strike in Syria killed 15 people early Sunday and badly damaged a building in a Damascus district that is home to several state security agencies, a war monitoring group said.
North Korea says it fired ICBM as warning to US, Seoul
North Korea said Sunday it had test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile as a warning to Washington and Seoul, saying the successful "surprise" drill demonstrated Pyongyang's "capacity of fatal nuclear counterattack".
Israeli strike hits heart of Syria's security elite
An Israeli missile strike early Sunday killed 15 people and destroyed a building in a Damascus neighbourhood home to much of Syria's security apparatus, a war monitor said.