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