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Global conflicts hit record high in 2025, study finds/in /by
The world experienced more state-based conflicts in 2025 than at any time since the end of World War II, according to a new Norwegian study. Researchers also reported a dramatic rise in attacks against civilians, making last year one of the deadliest in decades.
Philippines earthquake: Residents clear debris amid concerns over aftershocks/in /by
The Philippines is assessing the impact of a powerful earthquake that struck Mindanao on 8 June. Residents are clearing debris while hospitals continue operating outdoors amid concerns over aftershocks.
Iran and Israel pause strikes after rapid escalation of hostilities/in /by
Iran and Israel have announced a pause in their military operations against each other following a rapid escalation of hostilities over Sunday and Monday.
Xi Jinping meets Kim Jong Un as China and North Korea tighten alliance/in /by
China's President travelled to North Korea for the first time in seven years, underscoring the strategic importance of ties between the two neighbours.
Kenya’s High Court upholds former Deputy President impeachment/in /by
Kenya's High Court upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday, ruling that Parliament acted within its constitutional mandate. Judges, however, found that his right to a fair hearing was violated and awarded him compensation.
Belgium: Thousands protest alleged police violence in Brussels/in /by
Large crowds gathered in Brussels on 8 June to condemn what protesters described as excessive police force during recent demonstrations. The dispute is rooted in planned spending cuts affecting French-speaking education in Belgium
Cuba: Powerful offshore earthquake shakes Havana, prompting office evacuation/in /by
A powerful earthquake struck western Cuba on 8 June, sending people rushing out of buildings in Havana. Witnesses described scenes of confusion as offices were evacuated and workers waited outside for safety checks.
ICC suspends Chief Prosecutor over allegations of sexual misconduct/in /by
A key governing body of the International Criminal Court on Monday suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan as he faces sexual abuse allegations against a member of his office.
Ukraine: Strikes in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy kill three civilians and injure dozens/in /by
Ukraine reported fresh civilian casualties on 8 June after Russian drone strikes hit residential areas in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy.
Ramaphosa warning to vigilantes fails to quell South Africa’s anti-migrant protests/in /by
Hundreds of anti-migrant protesters marched through a township outside Johannesburg on Monday, one day after South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa attempted to quell rising tensions in a televised address.