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China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts

Georgia: Thousands protest Russian-style 'foreign agent' law

Australia: 15-year-old arrested over Sydney church stabbing

Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial opens in New York

World sees 'severe' coral bleaching event — US agency

'Rust' armorer handed 18 months prison over fatal shooting

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Iran

Iran is one of the largest and most influential countries in the Middle East. Until 1979, it was a monarchy. Since the revolution, Iran has been an "Islamic Republic."

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Ukrainian servicemen of the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade fire a 120-mm mortar towards Russian troops at a frontline, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Bakhmut, Ukraine March 15, 2024

Ukraine updates: US House sets plan to vote on delayed aid

Republican leadership of the House of the US Representatives has said it will hold a vote on the package this week.

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Africa

A group of people chats after receiving food donated by the World Food Programme

How El Nino contributes to drought in Africa

Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe have all declared a state of disaster, with drought destroying their harvests.

Asia

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida on the sidelines of a G7 summit in Japan in May 2023.

Japan's aid for Ukraine signals new distance from Russia

Japan has become one of Ukraine's leading financiers. What does this mean for its relations with Russia?

Germany

Suspected terrorist and RAF member Daniela Klette.

RAF terror: Will Klette arrest answer old questions?

After Daniela Klette's arrest, investigators are hoping for new insights into crimes committed by the Red Army Faction.

Europe

A concept car WEY iNest by Chinese car maker Great Wall Motors is on display during the Munich Auto Show

New EU cybersecurity rules push carmakers to shun old models

Tougher new electronic safety requirements are forcing several car manufacturers to streamline their offerings.

Middle East

Passengers use a BRT bus in downtown Tehran, looking out of the window

Fear, frustration in Iran after attack on Israel

As world leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel, Iranians are worried the volatile situation could escalate further.

North America

Donald Trump leaving the entrance of Trump Tower

US election: Can Trump still become president if convicted?

Donald Trump has four criminal trials ahead of him. How will the outcomes affect his run for president?

Latin America

A view of two National Police officers guarding an intersection in Port-au-Prince

In Haiti, gang violence prevails after PM's resignation

Grappling with rampant violence and poverty, Haitians are looking for stability to be restored.

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Abortion

The right to end an unwanted pregnancy is deeply disputed in many countries. Abortion rights are facing new legal and legislative challenges in countries around the world, including in the United States and Poland.