Who was Saleh al-Arouri, the Hamas leader killed in Beirut?

Killing of the deputy chief of Hamas’s political bureau could spark retaliation from Hamas and Hezbollah.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 679

As the war enters its 679th day, these are the main developments.

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China targets friendly media, diplomats to ‘tell story of Xinjiang’

Beijing organises visits to region where it is accused of potential crimes against humanity, but not all are convinced.

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Names linked to Jeffrey Epstein set to be made public: All you need to know

Previously sealed court documents are expected to include names of more than 150 people linked to disgraced financier.

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South Korean opposition leader stabbed in neck, rushed to hospital

Lee Jae-myung was attacked as he spoke to reporters during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 678

As the war enters its 678th day, these are the main developments.

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US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions.

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Ethiopia signs agreement to use Somaliland’s Red Sea port

The deal will pave the way for the landlocked country to use the port of Berbera.

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Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen says island’s future must be decided by its people

Self-ruled Taiwan, which is claimed by Beijing, will go to the polls latest this month to choose a new president.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 677

As the war enters its 677th day, these are the main developments.

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Best of 2023: Editor’s picks from the Asia Pacific

From the continuing crisis in Myanmar to the US's expanding military ties, these are Al Jazeera's highlights.

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Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat found dead in Kenya

Kiplagat's body was found with a knife wound to his neck, suggesting he was murdered, according to the local police.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 676

As the war enters its 676th day, these are the main developments.

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US appeals court allows California to ban guns in most public places

A federal appeals court put on hold judge's ruling that declared the law, set to take effect in 2024, unconstitutional.

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How an impasse in the South China Sea drove the Philippines, US closer

American troops are returning to the Philippines, in a policy that some fear may invite conflict with China.

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Veiled rebellion: Female medical students go underground in Afghanistan

One year ago, the Taliban told women they couldn’t study medicine. Now, some are doing it in secret.

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Argentina announces that it will not join BRICS bloc

The move is the latest shift in economic and foreign policy by newly elected hard-right President Javier Milei.

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‘Almost naked’ celebrity party triggers backlash in wartime Russia

Rapper jailed and partygoers under investigation amid conservative outrage over party at Moscow's Mutabor nightclub.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 674

As the war enters its 674th day, these are the main developments.

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Dozens of people killed as Israel carries out strikes across Gaza

Israel attacks cities, towns and refugee camps, killing up to 80 people and forcing thousands more to flee.

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In bid to counter China, US ramps up effort to boost military ties in Asia

US makes a 'once in a generation effort' to boost military, diplomatic ties in Asia as it seeks to compete with China.

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