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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DR Congo’s provisional election results show lead for President Tshisekedi

Electoral authorities announce results of voting by diaspora in the US, Canada, South Africa, Belgium and France.

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Who might be the next US president?

Biden and Trump are frontrunners in an uncertain contest.

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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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Beyond Australia’s failed referendum: Truth, treaty and voice in Victoria

Indigenous people are addressing the challenges of colonisation and holding government to account.

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Israeli strike hits during live report near hospital in Rafah

An Israeli strike hit an area near the Kuwaiti Hospital in Rafah in southern Gaza while Al Jazeera correspondent Hani M

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Forget Australia’s referendum. Indigenous people make strides on their own

Aboriginal residents of Shepparton establish thriving sport, education and cultural centres to boost their community.

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Aerial video shows volcano erupting in Iceland

A volcano in Iceland has started erupting after weeks of earthquake activity

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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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