Russian PM arrives in China for business forum, talks with Xi

China's deepening economic and political relationship with Russia has not been derailed by Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/23/russian-pm-arrives-in-china-for-business-forum-talks-with-xi

Will the Korean drama wave rise higher — or could it crash?

Stories that resonate globally and have a female gaze are driving success, but an addiction to big money poses risks.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/5/23/will-the-korean-drama-wave-rise-higher

Ukraine says Russian armed groups behind border raid on Russia

The Liberty of Russia Legion and Russian Volunteer Corps said to be involved in cross-border attacks in Belgorod.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/23/ukraine-says-russian-armed-groups-behind-border-raid-on-russia

‘Books need time’: Tan Twan Eng’s new novel opens door on history

Malaysian Booker-listed novelist publishes his first book in 10 years; a tale of love and betrayal in colonial Malaya.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/23/books-need-time-tan-twan-engs-new-novel-opens-door-on-history

Biden and McCarthy resume talks as US debt ceiling deadline looms

Their meeting comes as US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen issues third letter in three weeks, warning of a June default.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/5/23/biden-and-mccarthy-resume-talks-as-us-debt-ceiling-deadline-looms

Turkey’s Camlica Mosque: Ottoman heritage or modern nationalism?

While Turkish nationalism has traditionally been tied to secular symbols of the republic, the mosque reflects change.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/22/turkeys-camlica-mosque-ottoman-heritage-or-modern-nationalism

Three Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in raid near Nablus

The three were killed in the early hours of Monday morning amid a blockade of the Balata refugee camp.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/22/three-palestinians-killed-by-israeli-forces-in-raid-near-nablus

Papua New Guinea, US to sign security pact with eye on China

The US says the deal with enhance security cooperation and further strengthen the two countries' bilateral relationship.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/22/papua-new-guinea-us-to-sign-security-pact-with-eye-on-china

Pakistan needs a new vision — an intra-elite war isn’t the answer

Imran Khan and Shahbaz Sharif both represent a model of development that has betrayed most Pakistanis — and will again.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2023/5/22/pakistans-intra-elite-war-cant-offer-the-new-vision-it-needs

Russia says F-16 transfer to Ukraine would raise NATO question

Latest Russian warning comes after US President Joe Biden agreed to provide training to Ukrainian pilots on fighter jets

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/22/russia-says-f-16-transfer-to-ukraine-would-raise-nato-question

US rebukes Israel over Homesh illegal settlement order

The reproach comes after months of escalating violence between Israelis and Palestinians.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/22/us-rebukes-israel-over-homesh-illegal-settlement-order

Iran hangs three on drug charges amid criticism

The latest executions were carried out after offenders were reportedly caught with large quantities of heroin.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/iran-hangs-three-on-drug-charges-amid-criticism

At least dozen killed in El Salvador football stadium crush

The police said initial reports point to a crush of fans who tried to enter the stadium to watch a match in the capital.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/at-least-dozen-killed-in-el-salvador-football-stadium-crush

Russians ‘destroyed everything’ in Bakhmut: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

His spokesman denies reports attributed to the Ukrainian president that the city was captured by the Russian forces.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/ukraines-zelenskyy-appears-to-confirm-loss-of-bakhmut-to-russia

Music and spirit go full throttle at Cape Verdean music festival

Musicians and other industry stakeholders converge at an annual Cape Verdean festival, to discuss evolution of the art.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/5/21/music-and-spirit-go-full-throttle-at-cape-verdean-music-festival

G7 wants ‘constructive’ China ties, calls out rights record

G7 says it will not block China's development but calls out Beijing for its rights record and territorial claims.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/g7-wants-constructive-china-ties-calls-out-rights-record

Putin congratulates Russia troops, Wagner for ‘capturing Bakhmut’

Russian claims of capturing Bakhmut came hours after Ukraine said the battle for the eastern city was continuing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/putin-congratulates-russia-troops-wagner-for-capturing-bakhmut

Sudan’s army, Rapid Support Forces sign 7-day ceasefire

Truce will come into effect 48 hours after signing of agreement and is to be enforced by the US and Saudi Arabia.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/21/sudans-army-rapid-support-forces-sign-7-day-ceasefire

NFL great and civil rights activist Jim Brown dies aged 87

The legendary Cleveland Browns running back turned a starring role in the NFL into a long run as an actor and activist.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/5/20/nfl-great-and-civil-rights-activist-jim-brown-dies-aged-87

ICC war crimes prosecutor ‘wanted’ in Russia over Putin warrant

International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan is wanted for arrest in Russia over war crimes charges against Putin.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/20/icc-war-crimes-prosecutor-wanted-in-russia-over-putin-warrant

Zelenskyy attendance at G7 confirmed, set to meet Japan’s Kishida

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a bilateral meeting with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida at the G7.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/5/20/zelenskyy-attendance-at-g7-confirmed-set-to-meet-japans-kishida