Gaza war reminds Vietnam of liberation struggle once shared with Palestine

Israel's war on Gaza spurs Vietnam’s youth to rediscover solidarity with Palestinians and a shared revolutionary past.

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How Wisconsin advocates hope to use ‘uncommitted’ votes to pressure Biden

Wisconsin's April 2 primary will be latest forum for a movement hoping to force Biden to change his stance on Gaza war.

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China turns to AI in propaganda mocking the ‘American Dream’

Chinese state media's A Fractured America series shows how AI is beginning to shape Beijing's influence campaigns.

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Australia challenged on ‘moral failure’ of weapons trade with Israel

Regular protests have been taking place outside Australian firms making crucial components for the F-35 fighter jet.

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Amid legal woes, Brazil’s Bolsonaro seeks passport return for Israel trip

The former president's passport had been seized as part of a police raid in February amid allegations of coup-mongering.

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Former US Senator Joe Lieberman dies at age 82: media reports

A family statement said the four-term senator and vice presidential candidate died from complications after a fall.

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UN expert says she faces threats after Israel-Gaza genocide report

Francesca Albanese had said there were clear indications Israel violated three acts in the UN Genocide Convention.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 762

As the war enters its 762nd day, these are the main developments.

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China’s Xi to meet foreign business leaders amid jitters over economy

Apple CEO Tim Cook among executives expected to attend meeting, according to Wall Street Journal report.

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‘Backs to the wall’: Myanmar military prepares to mark Armed Forces Day

As troops parade in Naypyidaw, questions are being asked about a military under pressure from anticoup forces.

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Long-shot candidate Robert F Kennedy announces vice president pick

Kennedy introduced tech lawyer Nicole Shanahan as his vice presidential pick at a rally in Oakland, California.

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‘Fighting spirit’: How Myanmar’s armed resistance is taking new ground

Groups fighting against the ruling military are making gains despite air and drone attacks.

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‘Not enough’: Why the US did not veto a Gaza ceasefire resolution at the UN

Analysts say US decision against vetoing the UN measure signals Biden's growing frustration with Israel's PM Netanyahu.

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Canada launches programme to get citizens out of violence-hit Haiti

Canada has organised helicopters to fly 'vulnerable' citizens out of Haiti and into the neighbouring Dominican Republic.

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Four men showing signs of severe beating charged over Moscow concert attack

Four suspects charged with terrorism as Russia observes a day of mourning over deadliest attack in two decades.

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Senegal’s Bassirou Diomaye Faye takes early lead in presidential election

Early results show Bassirou Diomaye Faye in the lead but his rival from ruling coalition says a run-off will be needed.

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Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz wins F1 Australian GP after Verstappen retires

Sainz finished ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc after Red Bull's Verstappen retired on the fourth lap with engine fire.

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Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim comes out of retirement for ICC T20 World Cup

The all-rounder has made himself availble for Pakistan's squad for the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup in June.

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‘Obstetric winter’: Why are China’s hospitals shutting delivery wards?

China's birthrate is falling and hospital maternity departments across the country are closing, according to reports.

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Peruvian democracy weakened as government consolidates control: Report

More than a year after former President Castillo's removal, Peru's Congress has moved to restrict government oversight.

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Will Trump lose landmark properties in New York fraud case? What to know

Trump faces a Monday deadline to pay $545m bond, and the New York attorney general says she is prepared to seize assets.

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