Washington stands with citizens of African nation in their aspirations for democracy, prosperity and stability.

Funding focuses on cloud computing, artificial intelligence.

Beijing has refrained from explicitly condemning Hamas for attacks.

Brazil, Indonesia and Malaysia see ‘dramatic reductions’ in jungle loss, but gains are at risk, researchers say.

Pursuit of truth crucial for healing, closure, rep says.

Since 2006, the country’s murder rate has tripled to 25 per 100,000 inhabitants.

Major oil futures contracts lose more than 2%.

4 women have now been released in 3 days.

Tehran supports Hamas, Hezbollah, Shia paramilitary groups in Iraq and Yemen's Huthi rebels.

AFP has not been able to independently verify the figures.

Israeli officials say 222 people seized when gunmen attacked kibbutz communities, towns and military bases.

Both countries trade blame, file diplomatic protests.

Taipei says businesses should not be subjected to ‘political interference’.

Defence ministry says ‘up to 3,000’ troops will take part in tactical drills held in capital Baku.

Tel Aviv’s military says it hit 320 targets in Palestinian enclave in 24 hours.

 Fuel deliveries are expected to start in 2026.  

Search engine giant is suspected of asking smartphone makers for preferential treatment.

Govt pledges tax cuts to shore up sagging popularity.  

Agreement includes development rights for antibody used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases. 

She, however, is disqualified from contesting in the 2024 election.  

Imran Khan faces a maximum jail term of 14 years.

Aboriginal leaders end vow of silence to condemn opposers. 

Foreign Ministry rep says making full use of available diplomatic processes.

75 passengers taken to safety.

Police have made 10 arrests.