Whole families dead in recent Syria violence, says UN
The UN human rights office has verified the killing of 111 civilians in the coastal region, but says the actual figure is far higher. Read More
Final ruling bars far-right Georgescu from Romanian vote
Calin Georgescu loses a bid to overturn a ruling barring him from participating in next May’s vote. Read More
Not enough power to share: The political feud behind Rodrigo Duterte’s downfall
The ex-president is on his way to the International Criminal Court following his arrest in Manila. Read More
Philippines ex-leader Duterte on plane to The Hague after arrest
The ICC accuses him of “crimes against humanity” in a drugs crackdown that left thousands dead. Read More
Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage
Police say at least three people were injured in the attack and it is unclear how many people are being held hostage. Read More
Maradona medical team on trial for football icon’s death
Prosecutors say the Argentine legend’s death could have been avoided and accuse hospital staff of negligence. Read More
Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security
The nation’s security service says there is a “tangible risk” of the security situation deteriorating further. Read More
Armed Islamists in deadly assault on hotel in Somalia
An explosives-laden vehicle blew up before gunmen entered the hotel, witnesses say. Read More
Indian plane diverted after two-thirds of onboard toilets clogged up
The plane’s toilets broke down as they were clogged by plastic bags and clothes, “causing discomfort to all”. Read More
TikToker jailed in Indonesia for telling Jesus to cut his hair
Rights groups have condemned the sentence, made under a controversial online hate-speech law. Read More