Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen says island’s future must be decided by its people

Self-ruled Taiwan, which is claimed by Beijing, will go to the polls latest this month to choose a new president.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 677

As the war enters its 677th day, these are the main developments.

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Best of 2023: Editor’s picks from the Asia Pacific

From the continuing crisis in Myanmar to the US's expanding military ties, these are Al Jazeera's highlights.

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Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat found dead in Kenya

Kiplagat's body was found with a knife wound to his neck, suggesting he was murdered, according to the local police.

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Serbia police fire tear gas as opposition backers demand election annulled

President Aleksandar Vucic condemns 'attempted violent takeover' amid protests over alleged election fraud.

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Israeli forces ‘massacre’ at least 70 in Gaza’s al-Maghazi refugee camp

The attack is one of the deadliest of the nearly three-month-long war.

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‘Our hearts in Bethlehem’, says Pope in Christmas Eve mass, shadowed by war

The pontiff opens Christmas celebrations with a message for peace in the Holy Land amid Gaza's deadliest-ever war.

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How can aid get to Palestinians as Israel bombs Gaza?

UN Security Council votes to allow more supplies, but Israel's bombardment and ground offensive go on.

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Rebel attack in western Burundi kills at least 20

It is the second attack in two weeks by the RED-Tabara rebels, who have been largely inactive inside Burundi since 2021.

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Will motion passed by UN Security Council on Gaza have any impact?

Resolution on aid has been watered down to avoid a US veto and omits call for an end to hostilities.

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Gaza media office says 100 journalists killed since Israeli attacks began

Palestinian journalist Muhammed Abu Hweidy latest to be killed in Israeli attack on his home in the east of Gaza City.

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More than 200 dead in 24 hours in Gaza as Israeli raids turn ‘more intense’

Death toll in Gaza during the 11-week assault hits 20,258 while 53,688 others are wounded.

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A Biden-Netanyahu rift? ‘Distraction’, Palestinian rights advocates say

Palestinian rights supporters dismiss reports of US-Israel disagreements as Biden maintains staunch backing of Gaza war.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 667

As the war enters its 667th day, these are the main developments.

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China tries to ‘bury the memory’ and trauma of zero-COVID era

A year after Beijing abandoned the policy's strict lockdowns and endless testing, its failures remain unaddressed.  

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DR Congo votes on second day of chaotic general elections

The vote across Africa's second-largest country was derailed on Wednesday over logistical issues.

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Iceland volcano erupts weeks after thousands evacuated from nearby town

Iceland has been on high alert for an eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula after weeks of intense seismic activity.

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How Beijing is changing the way it involves itself in Taiwan’s election

Beijing is running a multi-pronged campaign to try and keep the ruling DPP from re-election in Taiwan.

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North Korea’s Kim personally oversaw ICBM launch, state media says

Launch of solid-fuel Hwasong-18 sends 'clear signal to the hostile forces', Korean Central News Agency says.

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Philippines’ billions in climate funds face scrutiny over green credentials

Climate activists say Manila's massive spending on climate-related initiatives is poorly allocated and inadequately acco

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Jimmy Lai’s security trial opens in Hong Kong, UK urges immediate release

The media tycoon and democracy supporter has been in jail for three years, accused of 'collusion with foreign forces'.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 663

As the war enters its 663rd day, these are the main developments.

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Serbia’s ruling SNS ahead in snap election, exit polls show

Ruling populists claim sweeping victory in parliamentary election, which was marred by reports of major irregularities.

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At least 90 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Gaza’s Jabalia refugee camp

The first responders and locals are searching for the wounded as more bodies are believed to be under the rubble.

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Israel’s Netanyahu hints new deal under way to release Gaza hostages

The Israeli leader's comments came after Qatar confirmed talks are on for a possible new truce.

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Al Jazeera to refer journalist Samer Abudaqa’s killing to ICC

Al Jazeera Arabic cameraman was killed by drone attack while reporting on bombing of a school in southern Gaza Strip.

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US, UK say they shot down 15 drones from Yemen’s Houthis over Red Sea

Threat to trade has grown in the region as container ships and oil tankers have been attacked or drawn missile fire.

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Is Israel deliberately targeting journalists in Gaza?

The war on Gaza has been the deadliest for media workers ever recorded.

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Israeli army says it mistakenly killed three captives held in Gaza

The captives were killed during combat with Palestinian fighters after they were erroneously identified as a threat.

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What next for Ukraine’s EU membership application?

EU votes to start membership talks, but block billions in aid funding.

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Israeli strike kills Al Jazeera cameraman, injures Gaza bureau chief

Al Jazeera journalist Samer Abudaqa has been killed, Gaza Bureau Chief Wael al-Dahdouh was injured by Israeli missiles

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Al Jazeera condemns Israeli forces killing of cameraman Samer Abu Daqqa

Media network says it holds Israel accountable for systematically targeting and killing journalists and their families.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 659

As the war enters its 659th day, these are the main developments.

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‘Fighting is all around’: Myanmar faces deepening humanitarian crisis

Local aid groups are providing desperately needed assistance to thousands displaced across the country.

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No evidence but US Republicans approve Biden impeachment inquiry

Vote means investigation is likely to extend well into 2024 when Biden will be running for reelection.

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Letter accuses US security agency of turning ‘blind eye’ to Gaza suffering

Members of the Department of Homeland Security blast agency leadership for ‘minimising the ongoing atrocities’ in Gaza.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 658

As the war enters its 658th day, these are the main developments.

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Australia is preparing to burn – more fossil fuels

Australia's government struggles with climate contradictions as it commits to damaging fossil fuel projects.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/12/13/australia-is-preparing-to-burn-more-fossil-fuels?traffic_source=rss

UN General Assembly votes overwhelmingly in favour of Gaza ceasefire

The US and Israel were among the few votes against the non-binding resolution calling for an end to the fighting.

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UK’s Sunak wins parliament vote on deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda

Sunak faces down Conservative rebels by winning knife-edge vote on latest plans to send refugees and migrants to Rwanda.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 657

As the war enters its 657th day, these are the main developments.

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Batang Kali: A British massacre in colonial Malaya and a fight for justice

Relatives search for justice 75 years after British soldiers carried out the Batang Kali massacre.

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Communities on US LNG front line ask Biden to reject export terminal

Louisiana's booming LNG industry is wreaking havoc on fishing community. Locals are protesting a potential new terminal.

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Zelenskyy says delaying aid is a gift to Putin as he seeks US support

Ukrainian leader appeals for continued help for the fight to expel Russian forces as he visits Washington, DC.

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Myanmar’s generals face new threat to grip on power as gas supplies dwindle

Min Aung Hlaing's administration is facing energy shortages as it struggles to quell opposition to its rule.

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Attack on Red Cross convoy in Sudan kills at least two, injures seven

The ICRC says it is shocked and appalled by the attack, which it described as deliberate.

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Palestinians call for global strike on Monday to demand immediate ceasefire

Trade union activists and international influencers join call for global strike on December 11 as Israel pummels Gaza.

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Nearly 300 killed in Gaza in 24 hours as Hamas, Netanyahu trade threats

Hamas warns no captives would leave Gaza alive unless demands met while the Israeli PM asks the group to surrender.

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Hong Kong holds ‘patriot only’ election after shutting out opposition

Vote restricts residents to choosing between Beijing loyalists after pro-democracy camp scored landslide win in 2019.

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University of Pennsylvania president quits after anti-Semitism uproar

Elizabeth Magill faced backlash after failing to say calling for genocide against Jews would violate university policy.

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Photos: Israel bombs Gaza areas it declared safe zones for Palestinians

Strikes come a day after the US vetoed a UN resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.

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Tens of thousands again march in London calling for Gaza ceasefire

Latest protest comes a day after UK abstained from voting on UNSC resolution demanding ceasefire, which the US vetoed.

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Guatemala prosecutors threaten to annul victory of President-elect Arevalo

Guatemalan tribunal defends election results as 'unalterable', while critics blast prosecutors for attempting a 'coup'.

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Six French teenagers convicted in connection to beheading of school teacher

The murder of history teacher Samuel Paty shocked France and fuelled contentious debates about freedom of expression.

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Poet, professor and writer, Refaat Alareer killed in Israeli strike

Israeli air strikes have killed renowned Palestinian writer, poet, and professor Refaat Alareer and six family members.

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Can the UN do anything to stop Israel’s assault on Gaza?

UN officials have repeatedly warned of a looming humanitarian disaster in Gaza.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 652

As the war enters its 652nd day, these are the main developments.

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Can traditional architecture help build a ‘more resilient future’?

Pacific islands are looking to tradition to help address the climate crisis that threatens their existence.

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US declares warring factions in Sudan have committed war crimes

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urges the military and rival paramilitary RSF to 'stop this conflict now'.

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Bosnian Serb leader Dodik stands trial for defying peace envoy

Dodik called the envoy a 'stinker' as he demanded the trial be relocated to the capital of Bosnia's Serbia entity.

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No end to suffering of Gaza children as Israeli attacks rage on

Thousands of children and minors killed and missing under the rubble amid relentless Israeli bombardment.

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ISIL claims responsibility for bombing at Catholic mass in Philippines

At least four people were killed and dozens of others injured in the blast at Mindanao State University.

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11 climbers dead, 12 missing after eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Merapi

Authorities say 75 people were in the area when the West Sumatra volcano erupted on Sunday.

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What are the implications of Israel’s reported use of AI in Gaza war?

Israel is reportedly using AI technology to select and expand potential targets.

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German tourist killed in stabbing near Eiffel Tower in Paris

A 26-year-old French citizen arrested in connection with the stabbing that killed one person and wounded two others.

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Explosion hits university in Philippines, three reported killed

Mindanao governor condemns "violent bombing" at Mindanao State University.

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Guinea-Bissau president says this week’s violence was ‘attempted coup’

Clashes between two army factions broke out on Thursday night after two government officials were freed from custody.

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Gunmen kill eight bus passengers in northern Pakistan

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack and the motive for the shooting was unclear.

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