War fatigue left Russia open to terror attack
The March 22 attack on a packed concert hall in Moscow is a blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin with uncertain consequences for the country and the future of the war in Ukraine.
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North Korea won't host World Cup qualifier against Japan, Kyodo reports
TOKYO — North Korea will not host a World Cup qualifier with Japan that was scheduled to be held in Pyongyang next week, Kyodo news agency reported late Thursday (March 21), citing the president of the Japan Football Association (JFA).
Ukraine war a lethal mix of killer tech old and new
When it comes to technology, the war in Ukraine is a war of juxtapositions. On the one hand, this is the first major war in which a variety of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) — or drones — have played such a prominent role.
Ramadan kicks off in much of Asia, a day after most of the Middle East
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — The Muslim holy month of Ramadan, when the faithful fast from dawn to dusk, began at sunrise Tuesday in much of Asia, a day after many Muslims in the Middle East began their fasts.
Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Officials saw the crescent moon Sunday night in Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, marking the start of the holy fasting month of Ramadan for many of the world’s 1.8 billion Muslims.
Muslims spot Ramadan crescent moon in Saudi Arabia, meaning month of fasting starts Monday for many
Officials saw the crescent moon Sunday night in Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam, marking the start of the holy fasting month of Ramadan for many of the world's 1.8 billion Muslims.
Turkey, U.S. discuss Ukraine, Gaza, ways to improve ties, foreign minister says
Turkish and U.S. officials held comprehensive talks about the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and various bilateral issues during meetings in Washington, Turkey's foreign minister said late on Friday.
Why are refugee deaths at an all-time high?
Last year was the deadliest for people fleeing violence, war and persecution, according to the UN’s migration agency.