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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, has been marred by a relentless heatwave, claiming the lives of at least 922 devoted pilgrims. The scorching temperatures, surpassing 50 degrees Celsius, have cast a somber shadow over the holiest city in Islam. As the faithful flock to Mecca, the mercury continues to rise, exacerbating ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Pyongyang under the cover of darkness, receiving an unexpected warm welcome from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Despite the late hour, the red carpet was rolled out, and the two leaders embraced as a sign of the growing camaraderie between their nations. This extraordinary gesture set the stage for a momentous day ahead. ...

The head of NATO has told the BBC that China should face consequences for supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine, if it does not change its ways. Jens Stoltenberg said Beijing was “trying to get it both ways” by supporting Russia’s war effort, while also trying to maintain relationships with European allies. “This cannot work in the long run,” Mr Stoltenberg ...

In a groundbreaking letter published by North Korean state media, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his commitment to forging a trade and security alliance with North Korea that would operate independently from Western influence. As anticipation builds for his imminent visit to the country, Putin emphasized the enduring bond between the two nations, which has been nurtured over the past ...

A dramatic incident unfolded near the Spratly Islands in the hotly disputed South China Sea on Monday as a Philippine ship and a Chinese vessel collided. The Beijing Coast Guard swiftly reported the clash, shining a spotlight on the ongoing territorial tensions in the region. China, disregarding rival claims from Southeast Asian nations, including the Philippines, maintains an assertive stance, ...