The deaths of Larijani and the head of the paramilitary Basij force have not been confirmed by Iranian authorities.
Belgian court clears way for trial over 1961 killing of Congo PM Lumumba
Etienne Davignon, a 93-year-old ex-diplomat, is accused of involvement in the assassination of the independence hero.
Aspiring female Zambian politicians asked for sexual favours, official says
These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.
US west coast prepares for ‘dangerous’ heatwave in early spring
Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.
US west coast prepares for ‘dangerous’ heatwave in early spring
Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.
Strait of Hormuz: What have other countries said about Trump’s request for help?
US allies have either pushed back or remained cautious on Trump’s request to send ships to the crucial oil route.
Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US’ foreign policy objectives
Suspected suicide attacks kill at least 23 in north-east Nigeria
Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.
Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US’ foreign policy objectives
Gas on the line: will the Iran war squeeze India’s piped gas next?
The Iran war has already rattled LPG users. Will India’s piped gas network face the next squeeze?


