US Secretary of State expressed support for President Ruto’s withdrawal of a tax hike bill that sparked violent protests and emphasized the need for security forces to show restraint and investigate human rights violations.

Heavily armed soldiers and armored vehicles were seen in Plaza Murillo, and journalists observed an armored vehicle forcing its way into the presidential palace

Junta troops and the Ta’ang National Liberation Army clashed again in northern Shan state, causing civilian casualties and breaking a fragile ceasefire.

Rutte to take over as secretary-general on Oct. 1, when Stotlenberg’s term expires after 10 years at helm of alliance

Assange departed Saipan for Canberra, where he is expected to land around 7:30 p.m. (0930 GMT) today

‘We have made clear that there have been atrocities committed by Russian forces in their illegal invasion of Ukraine, that there ought to be accountability for those atrocities,’ says State Department

Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso is in Moscow for five days to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations.

China and Horn of Africa nations gather for the second Peace Conference, focusing on security, development, and governance.

3rd phase includes low-intensity fighting, targeted airstrikes, establishment of buffer zone near Gaza’s border

Netanyahu agrees to a partial Gaza cease-fire for hostage release but commits to continuing the war to eliminate Hamas.

China is concerned that North Korea might initiate a regional crisis following President Vladimir Putin’s recent visit and defense agreement with Pyongyang, according to a top US official.

President Ruto led a flag-off ceremony for 400 Kenyan police officers set to depart for a UN-backed mission in Haiti, overcoming legal issues to stabilize the gang-ridden country.

Lithium battery plant owned by Aricell located in Hwaseong, south of capital Seoul

Overseas French territory saw massive riots in May over planned electoral reform

What might have been temporary escape for Israelis has turned into permanent migration, report says

6 gunmen responsible for attacks neutralized, situation is under control, says head of region

The attacks targeted a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police post in the cities of Derbent and Makhachkala

Christian Tein charged in New Caledonia riots linked to electoral reforms, says BBC

Fire spread over 180 square meters and 8 people evacuated from building in Astana, says Kazakh Emergency Situations Ministry

Cuba said genocide, apartheid, forced displacement, and collective punishments have no place in today’s world

UN reports a staggering number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) globally in 2023, with violence and disasters as key drivers.

Announces preparations for elections to region’s dismantled assembly have begun

Egypt forms a crisis unit to investigate the deaths, focusing on unregistered pilgrims most at risk.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment instructed employers to schedule outdoor work to avoid heavy physical labor and direct sun exposure