‘Shaken faith’: Why are India’s elections under unprecedented scrutiny?

India has long held up its elections as evidence of its democratic credentials. Now their legitimacy is under question.
Bangkok on red alert as massive floods hit the city

Persistent heavy downpours over a 48-hour period have triggered widespread flooding in Bangkok.
US official claims Trump holds all the cards in Iran talks

US State Department Spokesman Tommy Pigott says President Donald Trump ‘holds all of the cards’ in talks with Tehran.
Iran pitches US a seven-day end to the war at UNGA

Iran has pitched a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz in seven days – if the US meets its conditions.
White House bars CNN from Air Force One for Trump’s upcoming trip

Real America's Voice News replaces CNN on Air Force One amid escalating tensions between President Trump and US media.
PAM wins big in Morocco parliament elections but falls short of majority

The next government will steer Morocco's 2030 World Cup preparations amid public frustration over local economy.
Yemen’s government offers amnesty to Houthi defectors

Yemen’s president called on citizens to join the armed forces, and offered amnesty to Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
The bombs are still falling. Does diplomacy even work?

Al Jazeera’s Emma Withrow asked Al Anoud Al Thani what diplomacy can achieve.
Yemeni leader urges public to enlist, offers amnesty to Houthi defectors

Rashad al-Alimi pledges amnesty for Houthi defectors in first speech since losing ground on the western Red Sea coast.
UNGA81: Why has Africa’s Security Council reform push remained unresolved?

Africa wants permanent seats and veto power, but agreement remains elusive.