Russia and Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea attacks, US says
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy hails the agreement as ‘the right steps’ as Russian foreign minister says Moscow needs ‘guarantees’.
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Renewed fighting in DR Congo as regional powers step up ceasefire efforts
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels battle pro-government fighters in North Kivu and South Kivu province after truce talks.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal released from detention
Hamdan Ballal, co-director of No Other Land, had been detained by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank.
Indonesia beat Bahrain in crucial World Cup qualifier
Indonesia move clear in fourth spot in Group C of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Asia with 1-0 win against Bahrain.
US issues demands to new Syrian government in exchange for sanctions relief
Reuters has reported the US called for the destruction of chemical weapons and a ban on foreign fighters in top roles.
Flavours of the Arab Golden Age – EP 3: Aleppo and the Silk Road
Chef Fadi and historian Kotoz learn about Silk Road merchants who brought exotic spices to Europe and the Arab world.
Trends, trash and truth: Fast fashion phenomena
Fast fashion fuels trends at low prices, but at what cost?
Can reconstruction ever begin in Gaza?
Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza. Is rebuilding even possible? This week, we ask UN expert Paula Gaviria.
Betar: the Far-Right Hate Group Helping Trump Deport Israel’s Critics
Betar US, a far-right pro-Israel group with a history of terrorism and incitement, is pushing to deport critics of Israel. Working closely with the Trump admin, it’s now targeting activists like Columbia’s Mahmoud Khalil. Alan
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What is in the Black Sea ceasefire deal – and how significant is it?
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a Black Sea ceasefire deal.