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The two countries have feuded intensely over fishing rights since the UK's decision to leave the EU. The move comes after France seized a British boat in French waters.

Myanmar's generals should face court for their actions, says Tom Andrews, the UN's special envoy to the country. This comes a day after more than 100 people died, when military forces opened fire on anti-coup protesters.

Huge swathes of eastern Australia remain under floodwater, after a week of relentless rain. Emergency services are now rescuing residents from inundated homes. New hazards are emerging, with dangerous debris lurking in the floodwaters.

A supreme court judge in Brazil has thrown out corruption convictions against former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The annulment opens the way for Lula to challenge Brazil's current hardline leader Jair Bolsonaro in the next election.

A United Nations commission says the global health emergency has forced women to take on more housework, homeschooling and caring, while – in many cases – also losing their jobs. Across the world, they've been speaking out.

Brussels and Ankara are trading recriminations in the wake of a diplomatic faux pas that observers say smacked of Turkish chauvinism. Turkey has now claimed that it was following EU instructions.

Families and rescue workers are searching through the wreckage for survivors. by Raheela Mahomed - 28. August 2020

Firefighters have so far failed to put out a huge oil well blaze which has been burning for two months after thousands of farming families in Assam state were forced from their homes. by Raheela Mahomed - 26. July 2020

In Pakistan’s poorer neighbourhoods, medically approved face-masks are a luxury many cannot afford. by Raheela Mahomed - 09. June 2020

In spite of widespread destruction wrought by government bombardment, they missed home and wanted to return for Eid. by Raheela Mahomed - 26. May 2020

Water shortages are causing increased hardships for many, on top of coronavirus restrictions, unemployment and the crippling economic crisis. by Raheela Mahomed - 15. May 2020

Lack of protective equipment means volunteers are now getting their sewing machines out to address a shortage. by Raheela Mahomed - 09. May 2020

As streets empty and shops close, pandemic forces the Democratic Republic of the Congo to shut down its capital and commercial hub. by Raheela Mahomed - 07. April 2020

More than 1,000 people have been diagnosed with the virus in 42 countries across the continent. by Raheela Mahomed - 22. March 2020

Challenging times can bring out the best in people around the world as volunteers are trying to help those on the front lines of the pandemic. by Raheela Mahomed - 21. March 2020

While the human touch remains essential in times of crisis, robots are stepping in where people cannot. by Raheela Mahomed - 05. April 2020

Government suspends international flights after complete lockdown since five coronavirus cases were confirmed. by Raheela Mahomed - 30. March 2020

While Lebanon's government has enforced a public lockdown to slow the spread of the coronavirus, businesses are stepping in to assist hospitals already overwhelmed. by Raheela Mahomed - 29. March 2020

As opposed to scaremongering, a social media movement is spreading across the internet, offering help and kindness to anyone who needs it. by Raheela Mahomed - 28. March 2020

While conservation efforts appear to be working, the illegal horn trade remains the species' main threat. by Raheela Mahomed - 21. March 2020

Doctors and nurses plead with people to socially distance themselves with messages including ‘Be responsible, stay home, because I can’t’. by Raheela Mahomed - 20. March 2020

Ghana is facing a crisis around illegal gold mining, which experts warn could derail its agricultural sector. by Raheela Mahomed - 16. March 2020

During these times of uncertainty, digital tools are proving to be more vital than ever. by Raheela Mahomed - 14. March 2020

Conde wants to hold referendum on staying in power beyond two terms, which sparked anti-gov't protests in October. by Raheela Mahomed - 13. February 2020

Allied Democratic Forces blamed for carrying out an ambush in northeast region which has seen increased attacks. by Raheela Mahomed - 12. February 2020

The bombardment is forcing many to flee towards the Turkish border. by Raheela Mahomed - 02. February 2020

At least 21 civilians have been killed in attacks by Syrian forces backed by Russian airpower in recent days. by Raheela Mahomed - 01. February 2020

Scientists are working to find out more about how new coronavirus spreads and its threat. by Raheela Mahomed - 24. January 2020

Experts warn 90 percent of Indonesia’s capital could be submerged by 2050. by Raheela Mahomed - 11. January 2020

Strong winds are stoking deadly blazes north of Sydney and in the state of New South Wales. by Raheela Mahomed - 7. December 2019

As world marks International Children's Day, children in Yemen do not have much to celebrate. by Raheela Mahomed - 21. November 2019

According to local authorities, they will restrict access to camps if central government does not do more to relocate migrants. by Raheela Mahomed - 15. November 2019

Local authorities cut the supply in effort to pressure central government to relocate migrants and refugees living in Vucijak camp, near the city of Bihac. by Raheela Mahomed - 23. October 2019

At least 33 people were killed and dozens injured in Wamena town amid racially-charged violent protests last week. by Raheela Mahomed - 04. October 2019

Indonesians have demonstrated nationwide for the past week against proposed laws that they say would curtail freedoms and cripple efforts to stop corruption. by Raheela Mahomed - 01. October 2019

Indonesia's government is battling to control widespread forest fires on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. by Raheela Mahomed - 19. September 2019

While plans are still in their early stages, the first construction is expected to be completed by 2024. by Raheela Mahomed - 16. September 2019

Indonesia is home to 14,000 refugees and asylum seekers but is not a signatory to the 1951 UN Refugee Convention. by Raheela Mahomed - 15. September 2019

The Turkish government vows to tackle violence against women and children in response to the outrage. by Raheela Mahomed - 25. August 2019

According to the UN's refugee agency, many are living in squalid conditions with inadequate food supplies. by Raheela Mahomed - 3. August 2019

As tens of thousands became homeless, there is growing concern about the lack of food and supplies. by Raheela Mahomed - 18. July 2019

People in Mozambique are still struggling to rebuild their lives four months after two major cyclones. by Raheela Mahomed - 16. July 2019

Thousands of Congolese are patiently waiting in Drodro for answers from the government near the border between DR Congo and Uganda. by Raheela Mahomed - 30. June 2019

Villages have been destroyed in violence between the Lendu and Hema tribes and their militias this week. by Raheela Mahomed - 16. June 2019

Fighting in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo has forced hundreds of thousands from there in recent years. by Raheela Mahomed - 14. June 2019

Malawi police used tear gas on Thursday to disperse the supporters of the opposition party protesting against President Mutharika's re-election. by Raheela Mahomed - 09. June 2019

Houseboats in Kashmir draw tourists by the thousands but a court ruling is threatening their future. by Raheela Mahomed - 04. June 2019

In apparent reversal of US policy, Trump praises Haftar for fighting 'terrorism' and securing Libya's oil resources. by Raheela Mahomed - 20. April 2019

With health workers setting up clinics to treat hundreds of patients, the WHO isn't declaring it as an emergency. by Raheela Mahomed - 13. April 2019

As Addis Ababa releases preliminary report into fatal crash, there are calls for Boeing to be held responsible for safety failures. by Raheela Mahomed - 4. April 2019

British MPs seek social media firms' accountability for published content. by Raheela Mahomed & Rym Bendimerad - 6. February 2019

Artists in Doha are drawing inspiration from Russian art, exploring designs inspired by science and technology. by Raheela Mahomed - 4. February 2019

Thousands of Venezuelans across the globe have started a movement with the hopes of getting heard by their government. by Raheela Mahomed & Rym Bendimerad - 24. January 2019

by Lungelo Ndhlovu in MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISM - 21 Nov 2018

She says her sister has spent months in prison being beaten, waterboarded, given electric shocks and threatened with rape. by Raheela Mahomed - 14 Jan 2019

The economic situation in Zimbabwe is getting worse, as Trade Unions and protesters call for a three-day strike. by Raheela Mahomed - 14 Jan 2019

US lawmakers propose bill that also calls for end to military co-operation after Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi's killing and over war in Yemen. by Raheela Mahomed - 25 Oct 2018

Rights groups are demanding a review of outdated laws on information transparency. by Raheela Mahomed - 18 Oct 2018

Students in Bangladesh say they wanted a peaceful protest, but rubber bullets and tear gas have ended that. by Raheela Mahomed & Nihad El Aabedy - 5 Aug 2018

Fake news, fake polls and fake voting instructions - misinformation abounds in Mexico's upcoming election and verification programmes are struggling to keep up. by Raheela Mahomed - 30 Jun 2018

May was the deadliest month recorded in Mexico, since the government began releasing homicide data. by Raheela Mahomed - 28 Jun 2018

Women in Uganda protest after series of murders and kidnappings, accusing police of not dealing with cases effectively. by Raheela Mahomed - 5 Jun 2018

Hollywood blockbuster action film Black Panther is the first movie to be screened in the capital Riyadh. by Raheela Mahomed - 18 Apr 2018

Bloggers, social media influencers and online platforms will now have to apply for a licence and pay a fee of $930 if they want to keep their sites up. by Raheela Mahomed - 15 Apr 2018