Russia names three suspects over shooting of general
The suspects include the alleged gunman, Lyubomir Korba, whom Russia says fled to the UAE after the attack.
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Man named in South Africa’s police corruption probe found dead
Reports say Wiandre Pretorius, who last week said he survived an assassination attempt, shot himself.
US news anchor Savannah Guthrie says ‘we will pay’ in plea for mother’s return
“We received your message,” the US news anchor says in the latest video plea for the return of her mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, who is believed to be abducted.
US wants Russia and Ukraine to end war by June, says Zelensky
The Ukrainian leader says difficult issues remain, as Russia carries out further strikes on energy facilities.
Colorado funeral home director sentenced to 40 years for corpse abuse
Nearly 200 decaying bodies were discovered at the Return to Nature home after officials investigated a foul smell.
Trump says he ‘didn’t see’ part of video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes
The US president says he “didn’t make a mistake”, adding he had only seen the beginning of the video before it was posted.
Will Sunday’s snap election gamble pay off for Japan’s first female premier?
Sanae Takaichi is popular – but inflation and a diplomatic row with China weigh on voters’ minds.
Milan-Cortina Games begin with vibrant opening ceremony
Andrea Bocelli and Mariah Carey perform as part of vibrant opening ceremony for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Russian general shot several times in Moscow
Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev is a senior figure in the main directorate of Russia’s military general staff.
US and Iran hold talks as fears of direct conflict continue
The US has built up its military presence in the Middle East in response to Iran’s violent crackdown on protests.