Russias internal affair: China plays down Wagner mutiny impact

Beijing stresses 'national stability' as state media reports the collapse of the Wagner revolt strengthened Putin.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/26/russias-internal-affair-china-plays-down-wagner-mutiny-impact

Australian court dismisses Russia bid to stop embassy eviction

Squatter seen leaving the site near Parliament House that the government has vetoed as a security risk.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/26/australian-court-dismisses-russia-bid-to-stop-embassy-eviction

Australia announces new $74m assistance package to Ukraine

The money will go towards providing new military vehicles but funds are also being sent for humanitarian needs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/26/australia-announces-new-74m-assistance-package-to-ukraine

Timeline: How Wagner Groups revolt against Russia unfolded

Feud with Wagner Group is the biggest threat Russian President Vladimir Putin has faced to his rule.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/24/timeline-how-wagner-groups-revolt-against-russia-unfolded

50 years after the Vietnam War ended its bombs continue to kill

US has channelled millions to clean up UXO but farmers and children continue to discover unexploded missiles.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/26/50-years-after-the-vietnam-war-ended-its-bombs-continue-to-kill

Guatemalans vote for new president after divisive campaigns

Voters are also choosing a vice president and 160 representatives in the Guatemalan Congress.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/25/guatemalans-vote-for-new-president-after-divisive-campaigns

Will a new constitution in Mali lead the way to civilian rule?

Mali's military rulers are proposing changes to its constitution, which would reinforce presidential powers.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/6/17/will-a-new-constitution-in-mali-lead-the-way-to-civilian-rule

War in Ukraine must stop South Africas Ramaphosa tells Putin

South Africa President says the war is having a 'negative impact' on the African continent and many other countries.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/war-in-ukraine-must-stop-south-africas-ramaphosa-tells-putin

Why Wagner mercenary force has moved against Russias military

Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin claims his fighters are not involved in military coup but 'a march of justice'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/24/why-wagner-mercenary-force-has-moved-against-russias-military

US charges Chinese companies with trafficking fentanyl materials

Chinese officials have countered that the US is shifting blame for what is a domestic opioid addiction crisis.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/us-charges-chinese-companies-with-trafficking-fentanyl-materials

US says engaging with Israel after West Bank settler attacks

White House comments come after US ambassador to Israel said Washington will not 'stand by and watch settler violence'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/us-says-engaging-with-israel-after-west-bank-settler-attacks

Titanic sub implosion: Was the deep ocean vehicle safe?

The death of five people on board the Titan sub has prompted former passengers to step forward with tales of glitches.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/titanic-sub-implosion-was-the-deep-ocean-vehicle-safe

Russian authorities launch criminal probe into Wagner Group

Russia has accused Wagner Group military contractor Yevgeny Prigozhin of calling for an armed mutiny.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/russian-authorities-launch-criminal-probe-into-wagner-group

How abortion became an Achilles heel for US Republicans

Polls and past election results show abortion issues hurt Republicans at the ballot, which may affect the 2024 race.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/how-abortion-became-an-achilles-heel-for-us-republicans

Biden unveils new order to protect access to contraception

Executive order comes on eve of one-year anniversary of US Supreme Court ruling that rolled back abortion rights.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/biden-unveils-new-order-to-protect-access-to-contraception

Malaysia charges four Thais over mass graves trafficking camps

The graves - mainly holding the remains of Rohingya refugees - were discovered in the jungle along the Malaysian border.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/malaysia-charges-four-thais-over-2015-mass-graves-refugee-camps

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 485

As the war enters it 485th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-485

Nervous wait for Chinese students as gaokao results released

High stakes examinations have been a feature of Chinese life for thousands of years.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/nervous-wait-for-chinese-students-as-gaokao-results-released

Vatican sends priests diary to Bolivia amid sex abuse scandal

The late priest Alfonso Pedrajas is accused of sexually abusing children while working in Bolivian boarding schools.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/23/vatican-sends-priests-diary-to-bolivia-amid-sex-abuse-scandal

Facebook will end news sharing as Canada passes payment bill

Facebook says a new Canadian law compelling social media giant to pay publishers for news will come at a price.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/22/facebook-will-end-news-sharing-as-canada-passes-payment-bill

As Biden Modi meet a flurry of US and India deals

A slew of deals, including landmark decision for GE to jointly make in India engines for fighter jets, were announced.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/22/as-biden-modi-meet-a-flurry-of-us-and-india-deals

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 484

As the war enters it 484th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/22/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-484

TV show unleashes wave of MeToo allegations in Taiwan

Self-ruled island's reckoning with sexual harassment and assault has been a long time coming.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/22/tv-show-unleashes-wave-of-metoo-allegations-in-taiwan

US Capitol rioter receives 12-year sentence for stun gun attack

Daniel Rodriguez made a dramatic exit from court after receiving one of the longest sentences for the January 6 riots.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/21/us-capitol-rioter-receives-12-year-sentence-for-stun-gun-attack

Math and reading scores for 13-year-olds in the US plunge

A test known as the 'nation’s report card' shows sliding academic performances for US students after the COVID pandemic.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/21/math-and-reading-scores-for-13-year-olds-in-the-us-plunge

Suspected Pentagon leaker pleads not guilty to federal charges

Former National Guardsman faces allegations that he leaked numerous classified national security documents online.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/21/suspected-pentagon-leaker-pleads-not-guilty-to-federal-charges

Furious resistance: Ukraine counteroffensive slowed by Russia

Ukraine sought to allay any disillusionment over small gains during the second week of its counteroffensive.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/21/furious-resistance-ukraine-counteroffensive-slowed-by-russia

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 482

As the war enters its 482nd day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/20/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-482

Families seek UN help over Australias notorious refugee policies

Families forced apart by offshore scheme argue Australia has breached its international humanitarian obligations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/20/families-seek-un-help-over-australias-notorious-refugee-policies

Teen killed in Brazil school shooting authorities say

An attack by a former student leaves a 16-year-old girl dead and another teenager wounded, Cambe city officials say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/19/teen-killed-in-brazil-school-shooting-authorities-say

Boris Johnson misled parliament UK MPs overwhelmingly say

Johnson abruptly resigned from parliament after seeing the report, calling it a 'witch hunt'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/19/boris-johnson-misled-parliament-uk-mps-overwhelmingly-say

Baby steps for Blinken as he tries to revive US-China ties

Top US diplomat holds talks with Wang Yi in Beijing amid reports he might also meet with President Xi Jinping.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/19/blinken-makes-baby-steps-to-revive-us-china-ties

Dozens killed in rebel attack on Ugandan school near DRC border

Authorities blame the deadly attack on the ISIL-linked Allied Democratic Forces.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/dozens-killed-in-attack-on-ugandan-school-near-drc-border

NATO focuses on underwater assets amid Russia sabotage concerns

NATO says Russian ships mapped critical underwater infrastructure in sea areas of the Western military alliance.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/nato-focuses-on-underwater-assets-amid-russia-sabotage-concerns

Putin confirms nukes in Belarus US slates Russian sabre-rattling

Russian President Vladimir Putin says the West is doing everything to inflict strategic defeat on Moscow in Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/putin-confirms-nukes-in-belarus-us-slates-russian-sabre-rattling

N Korea opens key party meeting to discuss defence diplomacy

N Korea leader Kim Jong Un attends meeting on diplomatic, defence strategy amid 'changed international situation'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/n-korea-opens-key-party-meeting-to-discuss-defence-diplomacy

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 479

As the war enters its 479th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-479

Dominican Republic denies Canada consulted on Haitian aid office

Foreign Minister Roberto Álvarez has cast doubt on a proposal for a Canadian-led aid bureau on Dominican territory.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/17/dominican-republic-denies-canada-consulted-on-haitian-aid-office

US energy dept got two ransom requests in data breach

DoE, which manages US nuclear weapons and nuclear waste sites related to the military, notified Congress of the breach.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/16/us-energy-dept-got-two-ransom-requests-in-data-breach

At least 15 killed 10 injured in bus crash in Canadas Manitoba

The accident happened when a small bus and truck collided at a highway junction and the bus caught fire.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/16/at-least-15-killed-10-injured-in-bus-crash-in-canadas-manitoba

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 478

As the war enters its 478th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/16/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-478

Torture used by Russian forces in Ukraine may be state policy: UN

UN Special Rapporteur on Torture Alice Jill Edwards said widespread use of torture by Russian forces appears deliberate.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/16/torture-used-by-russian-forces-in-ukraine-may-be-state-policy-un

Canada to coordinate Haiti security aid from Dominican Republic

Canadian foreign minister says a 'joint security coordination cell' will seek enhanced international response to crisis.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/15/canada-to-coordinate-haiti-security-aid-from-dominican-republic

Cyclone Biparjoy slows down after making landfall in India

Cyclone damaged power lines and uproots trees as it hit the coastal towns of India and Pakistan.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/15/cyclone-biparjoy-damages-power-lines-makes-landfall-in-india

Australia blocks new Russian embassy near parliament in Canberra

Government fast-tracks legislation in parliament amid national security concerns over location.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/15/australia-blocks-new-russian-embassy-near-parliament-in-canberra

Grand jury indicts ex-marine in chokehold death on US subway

Daniel Penny has said he did not mean to kill performer Jordan Neely, whose death sparked protests in New York City.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/15/grand-jury-indicts-ex-marine-in-chokehold-death-on-us-subway

Germany agrees funds for Israels Arrow-3 missile defence: Media

The long-range Arrow-3 air defence system is designed to intercept ballistic missiles outside of the Earth's atmosphere.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/15/germany-agrees-funds-for-israels-arrow-3-missile-defence-media

Miami mayor launches long-shot 2024 Republican presidential bid

Miami Mayor Francis Saurez joins a crowded field of Republican candidates dominated by former President Donald Trump.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/14/miami-mayor-launches-long-shot-2024-republican-presidential-bid

Serbia arrests Kosovo police officers as tensions soar

Kosovo has demanded the release of three border patrol officers accusing Serbia of 'kidnapping'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/14/serbia-arrests-kosovo-police-officers-as-tensions-soar

Israel missiles target Damascus in latest attack on Syria: Media

Syrian military source says a soldier was injured and some 'material damage' inflicted during Israeli attack on capital.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/14/israel-missiles-target-damascus-in-latest-attack-on-syria-media

Why is India cutting back on teaching evolution in schools?

Removal of scientific and historical topics has outraged educators across the country.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2023/6/14/why-is-india-cutting-back-on-teaching-evolution-and-the-periodic

Judge clears way for E Jean Carroll defamation suit against Trump

Carroll says Trump 'doubled down' on defamatory statements after a grand jury concluded he had abused her.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/14/judge-clears-way-for-e-jean-carroll-defamation-suit-against-trump

Trump pleads not guilty at federal arraignment in Florida

Former US president makes first court appearance as he faces federal charges of mishandling classified government files.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/13/trump-pleads-not-guilty-as-supporters-gather-outside-court

US grain merchants Bunge Viterra to merge to create giant

The deal, unprecedented in size in the sector, will make a trading giant and is likely to reduce competition.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/13/us-grain-merchants-bunge-viterra-to-merge-to-create-giant

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 475

As the war enters it 475th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-475

New Zealand’s RNZ apologises for ‘pro-Kremlin garbage’ on Ukraine

Public broadcaster undertaking an audit after stories on Ukraine published on its website found to have been edited.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/13/new-zealands-rnz-apologises-for-pro-kremlin-garbage-on-ukraine

Kylian Mbappe informs PSG he will not extend contract: Media

Reports suggested that Paris Saint-Germain were hopeful Mbappe would trigger a contract extension.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/13/kylian-mbappe-informs-psg-he-will-not-extend-contract-media

Cautious calm prevails around US court where Trump will appear

Journalists and law enforcement have gathered near the court in Miami but there were no signs of protesters.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/12/cautious-calm-prevails-around-us-court-where-trump-will-appear

‘Extraordinarily difficult operation’: All eyes on Ukraine attack

Small territorial gains underscore the difficulty of the battle ahead for Ukrainian units with Russian troops dug in.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/12/extraordinarily-difficult-operation-all-eyes-on-ukraine-attack

Can humans stop ageing?

As researchers continue to examine the causes of ageing, some seek ways to stop it altogether.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2023/6/12/can-humans-stop-ageing

Lava seen at Philippines’s Mayon volcano as thousands evacuate

At least 12,800 people have been evacuated from the area around the mountain as volcanic activity intensifies.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/12/lava-seen-at-philippiness-mayon-volcano-as-thousands-evacuate

Ten killed in wedding party bus crash in Australia

Chartered bus was thought to be carrying guests from a wedding reception at a wine estate back to their accommodation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/12/ten-killed-in-wedding-party-bus-crash-in-australia

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 474

As the war enters its 474th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/12/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-474

Ukraine hails first territory recaptured in counteroffensive

'First results' of counterattack praised as Ukraine troops claim to seize villages in the eastern Donetsk region.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/11/ukraine-hails-first-territory-recaptured-in-counteroffensive

Montenegro holds key snap parliamentary vote

Voters in the Western Balkan nation will elect members to 81-seat parliament in a snap election.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/11/montenegro-holds-key-snap-parliamentary-vote

Indian wrestler accuses gov’t of silence over sexual abuse probe

Vinesh Phogat, who has accused wrestling body chief of sexually abusing her, has slammed pace of probe into allegations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/11/modis-silence-on-wrestlers-issue-emotionally-draining-phogat

Colombian gang leaders announce talks to address urban violence

Colombia’s government seeks to draw urban criminal networks into disarmament talks as it pursues 'total peace'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/colombian-gang-leaders-announce-talks-to-address-urban-violence

Discarded mortar detonates killing more than 20 in Somalia: Media

Local official says unexploded mortar detonated near to where mostly children - aged between 10 and 15 - were playing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/discarded-mortar-detonates-killing-more-than-20-in-somalia-media

Putin claims Russian forces halting Ukrainian counteroffensive

Claims by pro-Moscow commentators that Ukraine's counteroffensive has failed are premature, says war monitor think tank.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/putin-claims-russian-forces-thwarting-ukrainian-counteroffensive

Four children found in Colombian jungle 40 days after plane crash

Colombia's military found the four children aged 13, 9 , 4, and 12-month-old, who survived plane crash on May 1.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/four-children-found-in-colombian-jungle-40-days-after-plane-crash

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 472

As the war enters its 472nd day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-472

Trump indictment details plot to hide sensitive documents

Trump has been charged with 37 felony counts for keeping and hiding documents with sensitive national security content.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/10/trump-indictment-details-plot-to-hide-sensitive-documents

US says Iran is helping Russia build drone manufacturing facility

US intelligence officials say Iran and Russia continue to strengthen their military cooperation and weapons assistance.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/9/us-says-iran-is-helping-russia-build-drone-manufacturing-facility

Donald Trump’s indictment: What you need to know

Trump indictment remains sealed, but he is believed to be charged in relation to mishandling of classified documents.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/9/donald-trumps-indictment-what-you-need-to-know

A secret Chinese spy base? Cuban officials say no to media report

US and Cuban officials dismissed a Wall Street Journal report about a surveillance base to be built in the Caribbean.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/9/a-secret-chinese-spy-base-cuban-officials-say-no-to-media-report

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 471

As the war enters it 471st day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/9/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-471

Hong Kong touted rule of law. Now it won’t say what the law is

Officials are refusing to clarify what activities are legal, reflecting era of uncertainty under national security law.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/9/hong-kong-touted-rule-of-law-now-it-wont-say-what-the-law-is

Malaysia will ‘not survive’ if it does not change: Anwar Ibrahim

Malaysian prime minister tells Al Jazeera he is committed to reform, and fighting corruption in Southeast Asian nation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/9/malaysia-will-not-survive-if-it-does-not-change-anwar-ibrahim

US Vice President Harris announces new assistance for Caribbean

The vice president met with regional leaders in the Bahamas to discuss gun crimes, climate change and Haiti's crisis.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/8/us-vice-president-harris-announces-new-assistance-for-caribbean

Forest recognition for Papua tribe raises hopes for climate

Indigenous peoples are increasingly recognised as the most effective custodians of the world's remaining forests.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/8/forest-recognition-for-papua-tribe-raises-hopes-for-climate

Five facts about Inter Miami, Lionel Messi’s club to be

Here's what you need to know about the Argentinian World Cup winner's next destination in Major League Soccer.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/five-facts-about-inter-miami-lionel-messis-club-to-be

Canada’s Trudeau pans Google and Meta for ‘bullying’ to stop bill

Tech giants say a Canadian bill that would push companies to pay news publishers for content will hurt their business.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/canadas-trudeau-pans-google-and-meta-for-bullying-to-stop-bill

The ‘complex’ legacy of US professional wrestling’s Iron Sheik

Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri, who died on Wednesday, both perpetuated and transcended stereotypes in his role as wrestler.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/the-complex-legacy-of-us-professional-wrestlings-iron-sheik

In Japan, embarrassed employees pay agencies to quit for them

Companies like Exit handle resignations on behalf of Japanese employees who are too embarrassed to confront their boss.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/7/in-japan-embarrassed-employees-pay-agencies-to-quit-for-them

Ethiopia says it foiled al-Shabab attack near border with Somalia

Ethiopia says army stopped attackers before they could 'wreck havoc' in the border town of Dollo.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/ethiopia-says-it-foiled-al-shabab-attack-near-border-with-somalia

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 469

As the war enters its 469th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-469

Indonesian stadium disaster families continue fight for justice

A father who lost his two daughters says he is '1 billion percent dissatisfied' with investigation and legal process.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/7/indonesian-stadium-disaster-families-continue-fight-for-justice

Human Rights Campaign declares LGBTQ state of emergency in the US

The advocacy organisation identified Florida, Tennessee and Texas as states increasingly hostile to the LGBTQ community.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/human-rights-watch-declares-lgbtq-state-of-emergency-in-the-us

Chris Christie, ex-governor and Trump critic, seeks US presidency

Former New Jersey governor joins growing list of candidates for the 2024 Republican nomination for the White House.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/chris-christie-ex-governor-and-trump-critic-seeks-us-presidency

Oliver Stone: How he stopped worrying and learned to love nuclear

Film director says risk of nuclear contamination from Ukraine war is less threatening to the planet than fossil fuels.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/oliver-stone-how-he-stopped-worrying-and-learned-to-love-nuclear

Zelenskyy lauds Ukraine advance amid counteroffensive speculation

Kyiv has kept silent on start of counteroffensive despite speculation by analysts that campaign is getting under way.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/zelenskyy-lauds-ukraine-advance-amid-counteroffensive-speculation

Oklahoma approves first taxpayer-funded religious school in US

The school board's vote sets in motion a battle between religious freedom and the separation of church and state.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/oklahoma-approves-first-taxpayer-funded-religious-school-in-us

Brazil’s President Lula unveils plan to end deforestation by 2030

Lula's proposal would advance a commitment to deforestation made at the 2021 climate talks in Glasgow, Scotland.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/6/brazils-president-lula-unveils-plan-to-end-deforestation-by-2030

Israel bombed this Gaza house, turning antique collection to dust

Gaza man visits his house destroyed in Israeli bombing in the hope of retrieving his treasured antique collection.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/5/israel-bombed-this-gaza-house-turning-antique-collection-to-dust

China scaling back spending in Southeast Asia, report says

Asian Development Bank and World Bank have overtaken China as top source of development funding, think tank says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/5/china-scaling-back-spending-in-southeast-asia-report-says

Dozens arrested in Hong Kong on Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

Woman carrying flowers, man holding a candle among dozens arrested as Hong Kong cracks down on Tiananmen commemorations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/5/dozens-arrested-in-hongkong-on-tiananmen-crackdown-anniversary

Singapore’s soaring costs drive expats to Malaysia, Vietnam

Lower living costs in cities such as Kuala Lumpur and Ho Chi Minh are attracting some expats away from Singapore.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/5/singapores-soaring-costs-drive-expats-to-malaysia-vietnam

US, UK navies say responded to call from ship in Strait of Hormuz

US Navy said the merchant ship was being 'harassed' by boats from Iran's Revolutionary Guard.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/5/us-uk-navies-say-responded-to-call-from-ship-in-strait-of-hormuz

New Zealand pilot kidnapping exposes Indonesia’s Papua ‘hotspot’

The incident in a remote highlands region has drawn renewed attention to one of the world's least-known conflicts.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/5/new-zealand-pilot-kidnapping-exposes-indonesias-papua-hotspot

‘King’ Modi’s sceptre and the wrestlers without rights

In the state that Modi is building, no one – not even Hindus he claims to speak for – will have rights. Or a voice.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2023/6/4/king-modis-sceptre-and-the-wrestlers-without-rights

US slams China’s navy for ‘unsafe’ actions in Taiwan Strait

US Indo-Pacific command says a Chinese navy ship executed 'unsafe' manoeuvres near an American destroyer.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/4/us-slams-chinas-navy-for-unsafe-actions-in-taiwan-strait

Russian attack wounds 20, including children in Ukraine’s Dnipro

Regional governor says three of the five children wounded in Saturday's attack were in 'serious condition'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/4/russian-attack-wounds-20-including-children-in-ukraines-dnipro

China’s Li says clash with US would bring ‘unbearable disaster’

Defence minister says Beijing seeks dialogue with US and warns against 'NATO-like' alliances in Asia Pacific.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/4/chinas-li-says-clash-with-us-would-be-unbearable-disaster

Al-Shabab killed 54 Ugandan soldiers in Somalia, says Museveni

Announcement comes a week after al-Shabab fighters stormed a base housing African Union peacekeepers in Somalia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/4/al-shabab-killed-54-ugandan-soldiers-in-somalia-says-museveni

Israelis rally against Netanyahu’s judicial plan for 22nd week

Protests continue despite prime minister's announcement that the contentious legal proposals were being put on hold.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/4/israelis-rally-against-netanyahus-judicial-plan-for-22nd-week

Turkey’s President Erdogan announces new cabinet

An internationally respected former banker gets top economy job, powerful intelligence chief is named foreign minister.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/turkeys-president-erdogan-announces-new-cabinet

US says talks with China key to a prevent ‘crisis or conflict’

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin tells security summit that 'conflict is neither imminent nor inevitable'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/us-says-talks-with-china-key-to-a-prevent-crisis-or-conflict

CIA chief made secret trip to China amid tensions: US official

CIA Director William Burns emphasised the importance of keeping communication open between China and the US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/cia-chief-made-secret-trip-to-china-amid-tensions-us-official

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 465

As the war enters its 465th day, here’s a look at the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-465

South America: A hard road to unity

Brazilian President Lula da Silva's push for more integration across the region will need to overcome major challenges.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/south-america-a-hard-road-to-unity

Biden delivers first Oval Office address, touts debt-ceiling win

US President is set to sign into law a bipartisan agreement to lift the government's borrowing limit, averting 'crisis'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/3/biden-delivers-first-oval-office-address-touts-debt-ceiling-win

World Bank’s new chief asks staff to ‘double down’ on development

Ajay Banga told employees his vision was 'to create a world free from poverty on a livable planet'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/2/world-banks-new-chief-asks-staff-to-double-down-on-development

Pakistani rights lawyer says he has returned home after abduction

Rights groups say recent rash of abductions in Pakistan may be forced disappearances at the hands of the secret service.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/2/pakistani-rights-lawyer-says-he-has-returned-home-after-abduction

Sleepless nights, letter to Nassar: Epstein’s final days revealed

New documents provide most complete account to date of convicted sex offender's detention and death.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/2/sleepless-nights-letter-to-nassar-epsteins-final-days-revealed

UN says organised crime shifting drugs routes in Southeast Asia

The UN Office on Drugs and Crime says almost 151 tonnes of methamphetamine seized in Southeast, East Asia in 2022.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/2/un-says-organised-crime-shifting-drugs-routes-in-southeast-asia

Deal to raise debt ceiling passes US Senate, heads to Biden

The vote comes as the US hurtles towards a June 5 deadline to raise the government borrowing limit or face default.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/2/deal-to-raise-debt-ceiling-passes-flounders-in-us

Russia says US intelligence hacked thousands of iPhones

FSB accuses Apple of working closely with US intelligence agencies after disclosing alleged 'intelligence action'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/6/2/russia-says-us-intelligence-hacked-thousands-of-iphones

Treason trial of Russian hypersonic missile scientist begins

Anatoly Maslov is one of three scientists involved in Russia's hypersonic missile programme that are standing trial.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/2/treason-trial-of-russian-hypersonic-missile-scientist-begins

Brazil’s Congress weakens environmental, Indigenous ministries

Move marks setback for President Lula da Silva's push to protect Indigenous rights and stem Amazon deforestation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/1/brazils-congress-weakens-environmental-indigenous-ministries

Canada facing ‘deeply concerning’ wildfire season: Official

With 82 blazes burning out of control, Canada confronts a record early wildfire season, scorching 2.7 million hectares.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/6/1/canada-facing-deeply-concerning-wildfire-season-official