A bit of splashy summer fun for Gaza’s amputee children

The kids at al-Qudra summer camp in Gaza bonded with each other as they splashed away the summer heat.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/8/13/photos-summer-camp-for-gazas-amputee-children

Slain Ecuador candidate’s running mate picked to run for presidency

Andrea Gonzalez to contest the August 20 polls in place of Fernando Villavicencio, his party announced.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/slain-ecuador-candidates-running-mate-picked-to-run-for-presidency

Colonialism & the Niger Coup

The military leaders of Niger can count on Nigeriens’ support thanks to anti-colonial sentiment — but for how long?

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/8/13/history-illustrated-colonialism-the-niger-coup

‘Nail-biting win’ for Malaysia’s Anwar as state elections retain status quo

Political blocs split victories in regional polls, but opposition makes gains in challenge for ruling coalition.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/nail-biting-win-for-malaysias-anwar-as-state-elections-retain-status-quo

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 536

These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 536th day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-536

Ecuador gang boss who threatened Villavicencio moved to high-security jail

A week before his murder, Fernando Villavicencio had accused Adolfo Macias of threatening him and his campaign team.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/ecuador-gang-boss-who-threatened-villavicencio-moved-to-high-security-jail

Russia says 20 Ukrainian drones destroyed over Crimea

Russian defence ministry says 20 Ukrainian drones were shot down and electronically suppressed in early morning attack.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/12/moscow-says-wave-of-ukrainian-drones-repelled-over-russia-annexed-crimea

Biden’s ‘ticking time bomb’ remark referred to China’s economy: White House

US President told political fundraiser that China was 'in trouble' due to internal economic and social tensions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/12/bidens-ticking-time-bomb-remark-referred-to-chinas-economy-white-house

Hawaii wildfire death toll hits 67 as probe launched into blaze response

Hawaii's attorney general opens investigation into official response to deadly wildfire.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/12/hawaii-wildfire-death-toll-hits-67-as-probe-launched-into-blaze-response

US warns of ‘deteriorating conditions’ for Niger’s ousted President Bazoum

Media reports have emerged that Niger's president and his family are surviving on rice and pasta without electricity.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/12/us-warns-of-deteriorating-conditions-for-nigers-ousted-president-bazoum

Myanmar’s jungle war: ‘If I don’t die now, when will I?’

Life and death on the front lines of fighting in Myanmar’s Kayah state.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/longform/2023/8/11/myanmars-jungle-war-if-i-dont-die-now-when-will

US judge warns there are limits to what Trump can say about election case

Judge agrees with ex-president's legal team on looser protection order but says will act to guarantee case's integrity.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/11/us-judge-warns-there-are-limits-to-what-trump-can-say-about-election-case

Igor Strelkov: Moscow targets a pro-war Russian who criticised Putin

Igor Strelkov raged against the president after the Wagner mutiny, and could now face years in jail.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/11/igor-strelkov-moscow-targets-a-pro-war-russian-who-criticised-putin

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 534

These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 534th day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/11/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-534

Hun Sen has been terrible for Cambodia. His son could be worse

Cambodians continue to fight for democracy, as a new generation of the elite - inexperienced and entitled - takes over.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2023/8/11/hun-sen-has-been-terrible-for-cambodia-his-son-could-be-worse

Ukraine to open ‘humanitarian corridor’ for ships stuck in Black Sea ports

Ukraine's navy warned that military threats from Russia and sea mines remain along all shipping routes.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/11/ukraine-to-open-humanitarian-corridor-for-ships-stuck-in-black-sea-ports

Will trade in rupees with India benefit Bangladesh?

The new arrangement will definitely benefit India. But its benefits for Bangladesh are questionable, experts say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/10/will-trade-in-rupees-with-india-benefit-bangladesh

What does the assassination of a presidential candidate mean for Ecuador?

The slaying of anti-corruption advocate Fernando Villavicencio has underscored the threat of rising crime in Ecuador.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/10/what-does-the-assassination-of-a-presidential-candidate-mean-for-ecuador

$24bn for Ukraine tops Biden budget request ahead of looming showdown

Biden also requested funding for border security and disaster relief, as extreme weather continues to ravage US.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/10/24bn-for-ukraine-tops-biden-budget-request-ahead-of-looming-showdown

Why are world leaders racing to the Pacific Islands?

Not just the US and China; India, Indonesia and South Korea are scrambling for influence in a strategically vital region

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/8/10/why-are-world-leaders-racing-to-the-pacific-islands

Man who allegedly threatened US President Biden shot dead during FBI raid

The FBI has said it was serving search and arrest warrants to a residence in Provo, Utah, when the man was shot.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/9/man-who-allegedly-threatened-us-president-biden-shot-dead-during-fbi-raid