Former Italian premier refuses to back Draghi, saying he should stay as prime minister.

Russian Foreign Ministry demands UK ‘stop provocations,’ local media reports.

British deputy prime minister also says UK stands ‘shoulder to shoulder’ with Ukraine.

Last week, Libyan parliament speaker said mandate of Dbeibeh government expired.

British government says it has information of links between Ukrainian politicians, Russian intelligence services.

UNICEF says more than 10,000 children killed, injured in Yemen since 2014.

Activist Amira Osman was arrested by Sudanese security forces on Saturday.

3 people killed in Houthi attack on Abu Dhabi last week.

More than 63,200 infections recorded over past day, authorities say new surge in cases driven by omicron variant.

Diplomatic crisis erupted between Lebanon, Gulf over criticism of Yemen war.

Fire, caused by fireworks, triggers 2 blasts, prompting panic, stampede, says official statement.

Vice admiral sparks diplomatic row saying Putin deserves respect, Russia has no intention of invading Ukraine.

Nusrat Ghani says party whip told her that her 'Muslimness was raised as an issue' as she was sacked in 2020 reshuffle.

Nearly 204,000 people eligible to cast ballots as 403 candidates compete for seats in parliament.

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403 candidates from 8 parties vie for seats in 50-member parliament.

3 died in past 24 hours as 12 people are being treated in intensive care units.

Both governments committed to work to achieve deal on Mexico's energy industry.

Decision taken amid spike in omicron infections.

Asylum seekers rescued off Aegean coast.

15 also injured in major fire that broke out in Mumbai.

Lebanon’s negotiations with IMF to start on Monday.

'I am convinced it will not happen. And I strongly hope to be right,' says Antonio Guterres.

Recovered artifact to be exhibited in Turkish museums.

Exercise will run Monday through Feb. 4.

Nashi movement tells Christian Schmidt to keep his 'hands off' Serb entity in neighboring Bosnia-Herzegovina.

3 people killed in Houthi attack on Abu Dhabi.

Foreign ministers also discuss development of comprehensive cooperation, says Iran’s top diplomat.

Netherlands did not intend to supply arms but situation has changed, says foreign minister.

At a time when Moscow-West hostilities escalate, international community keeps close eye on Ukrainian-Russian border situation.

Looking at 2022, Rome faces many challenges both nationally and globally, as a firmer role of Italy and Europe requires a more global oriented approach entangling several dossiers.

Israel's 'Operation Cast Lead' marks end of Palestinian confidence in peace process with Israel, says analyst.

Putin, Niinisto had 'thorough exchange of views on European security,' says Kremlin.

US Secretary of State Blinken says he and his Russian counterpart Lavrov agreed diplomatic process to continue.

In meeting with US secretary of state, Russia's top diplomat says new contacts possible after US response.

6 children, 17 women are among those rescued in Mediterranean Sea.

3rd joint military drill kicks off in Indian Ocean.

Following similar invitation from UK, Russia's Shoygu says resumption of military talks will help ease tensions in Europe.

Omicron makes up 89% of sequenced coronavirus cases in country, according to Robert Koch Institute.

Interim Afghan Foreign Ministry rebukes US president for suggesting Afghans lack unity.

Liz Truss says 'Russians have not learnt the lessons of history'.

On Ukraine tensions, Eva-Maria Liimets tells Anadolu Agency another war in Europe would be 'absolutely unacceptable'.

Dallas-born rock singer passed away surrounded by wife, daughters and close friends, says family statement.

Russia, Belarus to hold joint military exercises, named Allied Determination, to last until Feb 20.

Man admits to providing firearms and ammunition to Colombians involved in killing, says FBI.

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Weapons to only be used for defense purposes, says Ukrainian defense minister.

Country reports over 32,000 new cases, highest daily spike since beginning of pandemic.

Ruslan Zhaksylykov assumes post by presidential decree following recent uprising across Central Asian country.

Presidential spokesman says Turkiye advises both sides to 'use restraint, to refrain from any kind of military engagement'.

‘Greater cooperation, greater solidarity is the route to ending this pandemic,’ says head of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention.

Military exercises have kicked off in southern Bulgaria, will end on June 30, says Bulgarian Defense Ministry.

Heightened measures bear results as no cases reported in hotspot Shaanxi province after 40 days.

Kremlin spokesman Peskov says situation in Ukraine 'very tense'.

Chinese envoy to South Pacific nation says property faced serious damage, volcanic ash still in air.

Security measures lifted on streets, curfew revoked, restrictions on travel into, out of cities revoked as of midnight.

Thousands of Orthodox Christians beat drums, sing religious songs in capital Addis Ababa to mark day.

Government spokesman reiterates Berlin is against arms supplies to Ukraine, despite criticism from Kyiv.

Greece has ordered 24 Rafale jets for billions of euros.

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Maltese lawmaker from center-right European People’s Party elected with 458 votes.

Vice Premier Sun tours omicron-hit Tianjin city to boost anti-virus measures.

UN human rights office urges all sides to ensure safety of civilians amid escalating Yemen conflict.

Unaccompanied children in migration need specific, appropriate protection, says commission's spokeswoman.

Stoltenberg says NATO members ready to meet with Russia again to discuss Moscow’s concerns, prevent military attack on Ukraine.

Bilateral cooperation in energy, health, tourism, education with Turkish officials to be discussed, says Lebanese ministers.

Comprehensive, deterrent operation to be conducted to neutralize sources of threat, say coalition forces.

In phone call, Fuat Oktay says Turkiye always ready to support Central Asian country.

New capital to be named Nusantara, Javanese name for Indonesian archipelago.

Japan's top diplomat says country will make efforts 'to establish constructive, stable Japan-China relationship'.

Delegation of US senators expresses support for sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.

Prisoner Maher Younis has been in detention since 1983.

German chancellor said he needs to see 'unequivocal steps toward de-escalation'.

Gunman attacks Martinez in front of his house in Tijuana, city rife with crime and violence, local media reports.

Joint military exercises between Belarus and Russia to be held in February, says president.

Missiles launched from western area accurately hit island target in East Sea of Korea, says state-run media.

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This comes days after more than 70 websites of Ukrainian government were attacked by massive cyberattack.

Australia also announces $1M in initial aid for Pacific nation hit by massive underwater volcano eruption.

Nazarbayev's son-in-law Timur Kulibayev also resigns as chairman of National Chamber of Entrepreneurs.

Israeli authorities seek to evict house, plant nursery in Jerusalem’s Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood.

Saudi Arabia, Iran severed relations in 2016 following attack on Saudi Embassy in Tehran.

Ahead of her visit to Moscow, Baerbock says Western countries are ‘determined to respond’ if Russia escalates conflict with Ukraine.

Governmental body far from producing solutions and becomes problem itself with its unresponsiveness from time to time, professor says.

National birth rate falls to 7.52 births for every 1,000 people in 2021, says official data.

Incomes of 99% of world population drop in same period, and over 160M people slip into poverty, charity says in report.

62 deputies vote in favor of new government in 120-seat parliament.

Anyone above 16 must produce certificate of vaccination to enter public places.

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Nature of loud explosions remains unclear.

Southeast Asian nation’s defense minister announces contract worth over $374M.

Israel to provide Lebanon with gas through Jordan, according to Israeli media.

This week marks 6th anniversary of implementation of Iran nuclear deal.

Aleksandar Vucic says Serbian tennis star can return with his head held high, Serbian premier denounces 'scandalous' deportation.

US National Weather Service issued tsunami warning for west coast of US from Alaska to California, and west coast of Canada.

Special envoys agreed to ‘continue negotiations without preconditions’ after their first meeting.

India's single-day tally has jumped to almost 270,000 from under 23,000 on Jan. 1, omicron cases also soaring.

Sudanese authorities cite ‘unprofessional coverage’ for move.

In power since 2013, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita was deposed in August 2020 military coup.

Over 4,500 people also injured during violence stemming from protests, says prosecutor.