Conflict remains the leading driver of hunger, affecting nearly 150 million people facing acute food shortages.
The Lebanese government wants Hezbollah to disarm as it aims for a state monopoly on weapons.
Palestinians gathered in the occupied West Bank to bury a 25-year-old father of twins shot dead by Israeli settlers.
Families choose imitation jewellery and gold-plated ornaments as record prices push pure gold out of reach.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US has not told the Iranian national team that it cannot play.
A new narrative about Iran’s leadership mistakes continuity for change – and echoes the regime’s own preferred framing.
Japan is pushing the legal limit of 'defence' as it faces its 'most severe and complex security environment' since 1945.
Ruling against Ben Jamal and Chris Nineham will spawn a 'broader chilling effect', groups such as Amnesty and HRW warn.
Elsewhere, Toronto Raptors beat Cleveland Cavaliers, snapping a 12-game playoff losing streak against the Cavs.
Ukrainian officials say residential buildings and bulk carrier also hit in overnight assault.