Seawater intrusion into delta, where the river meets Arabian Sea, triggers collapse of farming and fishing communities.
Hezbollah has called for Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanese territory before any discussion on disarmament.
On Ninoshima island, efforts to recover Hiroshima atomic bomb victims’ remains aim to honour the lost and aid survivors.
The recorded temperatures were 41.6C (106.8F) and 41.8C (107.2F), as weather agency warns of hotter days ahead.
Hong Kong's Security Bureau announces measures over activists' alleged role in unofficial parliament overseas.
Australian minister lauds deal for next-generation, Mogami-class frigates and their long-range missile capabilities.
Netanyahu's war cabinet set to approve military operations across entire enclave, according to Israeli media.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australian recognition of Palestinian statehood 'a matter of when, not if'.
Protesters wanted 'real change' but instability looms as political groups jostle for power and promised reforms falter.
Protesters wanted 'real change' but instability looms as political groups jostle for power and promised reforms falter.