Russia is advancing in Kursk
Ukraine’s presence in Russia’s Kursk region has deteriorated sharply, with the Russian advance threatening Kyiv’s sole territorial bargaining counter at a crucial time in the war.
Syria deploys troops after reports of Alawite massacres
The Syrian government said it wanted to restore order, after hundreds of Alawites have been killed in violence in coastal areas.
Trail of destruction in Australia as Storm Alfred rages
Tropical cyclone Alfred, which weakened into a tropical low, brought heavy rain and strong winds, triggering severe flood warnings and widespread disruptions after making landfall.
Pope showing ‘good response’ to treatment, says Vatican
As he begins his fourth week in a Rome hospital, Pope Francis is showing a “gradual” improvement, the Vatican said. However, his health is still believed to be in a precarious situation.
Bosnian Serb police raid federal office as tensions escalate
The raid comes a day after Bosnian Serb president Milorad Dodik signed new laws banning federal sectors from operating within his territory. The move has been condemned by EU and Bosnian officials.