‘I’ve never been counted’: DR Congo’s first census in 42 years
For many Congolese, the census is about identity, recognition and finally being recorded by the state.
Russian strikes near Ukrainian capital kill three, including child
Attack comes as US Senate passes new Russia sanctions and Kyiv appeals for air defence interceptors.
Saudi intelligence chief meets Iraqi PM, renews Riyadh visit invitation
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi had cancelled an earlier Saudi trip after deadly July 29 US-Saudi strikes on Iraq.
US Senate passes Russia sanctions that could hurt India and China
The US Senate approved its strongest move against Russia under Trump.
Submerged Indonesian village re-emerges as drought lowers water levels
Drone footage shows the remains of a submerged village re-emerging from Indonesia’s Karian Reservoir after a drought.
US courts clear way for deportations of South Sudan, Myanmar nationals
Rulings allow Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for nationals of the two countries.
What could the Mecca defence pact mean for the US role in the Middle East?
Analysts say regional partners are seeking alternatives to supplement their security without discarding US support.
Trump shifts blame to Republicans for waning support from public
Republican senators are using the summer recess to avoid politically difficult votes.
Colombia’s new president takes office vowing to ‘crush’ narco-terrorism
Right-wing politician Abelardo De La Espriella takes office after narrowly winning June’s presidential runoff.
De la Espriella sworn in as Colombia’s leader, vows armed group crackdown
New president, who replaces leftist Gustavo Petro, continues rightward political shift in Latin America.