Human rights commission denounces murder of third politician in Ecuador

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights urges solutions to the political violence unfolding before the elections.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/16/human-rights-commission-denounces-murder-of-third-politician-in-ecuador

North Korea protests UN Security Council meeting on human rights record

The US says its plan to hold a meeting on rights abuses will move forward despite protests from North Korea and China.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/north-korea-protests-un-security-council-meeting-on-human-rights-record

‘Indescribable’: Stories of loss emerge from devastating Hawaii fires

Death toll on Maui island approaches 100, with US President Joe Biden saying he will visit Hawaii 'as soon as' possible.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/indescribable-stories-of-loss-emerge-from-devastating-hawaii-fires

Sudan war will end with negotiations says army’s second in command

Deputy head of Sudan's Sovereign Council says a caretaker government must be formed in the country.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/sudan-war-will-end-with-negotiations-says-armys-second-in-command

Ukraine’s western region of Lviv comes under Russian air raid attack

Air raid siren activated across eastern, central and western Ukraine as air force warns of Russian missile threat.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/ukraines-western-region-of-lviv-comes-under-russian-air-raid-attack

At least 25 killed in fire, explosion at petrol station in Dagestan, Russia

Ten of some 66 people injured in fire and blast in Dagestan are in critical condition, according to Russian officials.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/at-least-25-killed-in-fire-explosion-at-petrol-station-in-dagestan-russia

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 538

These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 538th day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/15/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-538

The future of the Muslim Brotherhood

Ten years after the massacre in Cairo's Rabaa Square, the Islamist movement is still trying to find its footing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/the-future-of-the-muslim-brotherhood

Taiwan will not back down in face of threats, William Lai says on US trip

Taiwan's vice president also reiterates a willingness to talk to China as he makes a brief stopover in New York City.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/taiwan-will-not-back-down-to-authoritarian-threats-william-lai-says

Far right Javier Milei wins most votes in Argentina’s primary election

Javier Milei's win is a stinging rebuke of the political establishment in a nation battered by economic woes.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/far-right-javier-milei-wins-most-votes-in-argentinas-primary-election

Niger military to prosecute Mohamed Bazoum for ‘high treason’

Charges against Mohamed Bazoum come hours after a Nigerian delegation said Niger's coup leaders were open to diplomacy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/niger-military-to-prosecute-mohamed-bazoum-for-high-treason

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 537

These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 537th day.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-537

N Korea’s Kim orders ‘drastic boost’ in production of missiles, shells

Kim Jong Un inspected factories producing tactical missiles, mobile launch platforms and armoured vehicles.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/14/n-koreas-kim-orders-drastic-boost-in-production-of-missiles-shells

UN forces in Mali speed up withdrawal as security deteriorates

UN's impending pullout has fuelled tensions between Mali's military gov't and rebel Coordination of Azawad Movements.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/13/un-forces-in-mali-speed-up-withdrawal-as-security-deteriorates

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