Putin thanks soldiers 'fighting for our motherland' as he is inaugurated for fifth time
Vladimir Putin has thanked soldiers “fighting for our motherland” in Ukraine – as he was sworn in as Russian president...
Putin's fifth inauguration marks more of the same for a Russia with little choice
The term “inauguration” may feel slightly misleading. After all, this is not his first time. Today’s ceremony will be the...
Multi-storey apartment building collapses
At least five people have died and dozens more are believed to be trapped under rubble after a multi-storey apartment...
Modi casts vote in election as fears grow among India's Muslims
Narendra Modi has cast his vote in the Indian general election amid growing anxiety among minority communities. The prime minister...
Israel claims control of key Rafah crossing after rejecting ceasefire deal
The Israeli military claims it has taken control of the vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt – hours...
Woman pleads not guilty to murdering three people with toxic mushrooms in beef Wellington lunch
A woman has pleaded not guilty to the murder of three people who died after allegedly consuming a lunch she...