Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan sent advice to president to dissolve country’s parliament.

Over 6.5M eligible voters to elect president, members of country's 250-seat parliament, local authorities in Serbia.

Russian Defense Ministry says Ankara requested full support on evacuation of civilians, foreign nationals.

Turkiye became most dominant state among NATO members, says Dmitriy Peskov.

‘The enemy is also conducting reconnaissance using unmanned aerial vehicles,’ says Ukrainian General Staff.

President-candidate appealed for united France in only rally ahead of next week’s elections.

‘These people were not in the military. They had no weapons,’ says adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Charities buying tons of rice, maize flour to distribute among less fortunate.

Gerald Darmanin defends message, denounces 'ordinary racism' for tweet.

Mevlut Cavusoglu speaks with Shah Mahmood Qureshi over phone.

Turkiye will provide Iraq with 500 megawatts of electricity, according to Iraqi authorities.

Sufyan Barhumi was held in Guantanamo Bay for over 20 years.

Unknown number injured in attack, say local media reports.

Bodies of 11 migrants found, says Libyan migration foundation.

Gas lead fingered in explosion, says Internal Ministry spokesman.

Baltic state first EU nation from Gazprom's supply countries to gain independence from Russian gas supplies: Energy minister.

Russian, Ukrainian leaders highly likely to meet in Turkiye, says Ukrainian negotiator, according to local media.

Oil refinery, 3 depots providing fuel to Ukrainian army hit with high-precision sea, air-launched missiles, according to Russian Defense Ministry.

'Extreme increases in global commodity prices, especially energy and food, are affecting us, as well,' says President Erdogan.

2 Ukrainian Mi-24 helicopters, 24 drones also downed, reports Russian news agency Tass, citing Defense Ministry.

3rd aid ship carrying 58 truckloads of humanitarian aid reaches Port of Tripoli.

Washington urges rivals to work on securing lasting cease-fire in Yemen.

Body of Maks Levin, who went missing on March 13, found near village of Guta Mezhygirska, says top Ukrainian official.

'As the Holy Qur’an teaches, 'whoever does even an atom’s weight of good will see its results,’'' says Joe Biden.

3 of 35 resolutions at Council’s first meeting in 2022 concern Israel, Palestine.

Metals include copper, lead and aluminum, London Metal Exchange says.

Spokesman says gas supplies will not be halted on Friday if European contractors refuse to open ruble accounts in Russian banks.

Previous PEGIDA barbecues near mosques have included the roasting of pork, a food prohibited under Islam.

Moscow wants to strengthen its position on negotiating table, says Mateusz Morawiecki.

New law whitewashes decades of violations by regime known for actions amounting to crimes against humanity, groups say.

Government grants permit to Czech Republic to send nearly 60 infantry fighting vehicles, which were previously owned by Germany, to Ukraine.

Hulusi Akar urges cease-fire between Russia, Ukraine as soon as possible to prevent further loss of life, ensure peace and stability.

'I ask for forgiveness from God for this reprehensible conduct by some members of the Church,' says Pope Francis.

Fire broke out due to explosion at oil refinery after strike near Ukrainian border, says Belgorod governor.

2 more children wounded in incident in southern Helmand province.

Public events at Soviet war memorials also banned in former Baltic Soviet state.

Rescue operation is ongoing, miners remain trapped underground.

Partition of Ukraine or secession of separatist regions of Donetsk and Luhansk ‘impossible,’ says Sergiy Kyslytsya.

Canberra sending modern weapons, including Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle, to Kyiv to fight against Russia.

‘My actions … were shocking, painful, and inexcusable,’ says Smith.

Environment ministers pledge to do more to curb biodiversity loss, address plastic pollution in declaration.

Oman, Morocco, Jordan to start fasting Sunday.

More than 4 million people have fled Ukraine since Russia began military operation Feb. 24, says UN Refugee Agency.

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Famed outdoor terraces of restaurants, cafes, bars face decree to fight climate change.

President Ilham Aliyev hoping for productive discussions with Armenian counterpart Pashinyan in April 6 talks.

Russian general known as ‘butcher of Mariupol’ among targeted in new list of 14 sanctions.

Erdogan says Ankara is open to becoming a guarantor state for Ukrainian security, but says details should be clarified.

Foreign buyers need to open ruble accounts to pay for Russian gas from April 1.

Tokyo's crude oil, LNG imports from Russia in 2021 were around 3.6% and 8.8%, respectively.

Turkish prosecutor asks court to finalize proceedings in Saudi journalist's 2018 murder trial, transfer case to Riyadh.

Turkiye's regional prominence in the Black Sea region, and substantial strategic and commercial ties with Russia and Ukraine have given it an advantage in facilitating peace talks between the two countries.

Hospital doctors are demanding 5.5% pay raise, changes to long shifts, on-call working arrangements.

Yerevan 'ready to immediately launch peace talks,' says Armenian prime minister.

European bank expects Ukraine's economy to contract by 20% and Russia's by 10% this year.

Disciplinary proceedings against Smith initiated 'for violations of Academy’s Standards of Conduct,' say Oscar organizers.

Russian missile-armed ships in Black Sea pose threat to Ukraine, says Ukraine army.

We need new sanctions against Russia, Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Australian federal parliament.

US announces new round of sanctions on Iran's missile program.

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2 leaders discuss US efforts with allies to 'identify additional capabilities' to help Ukraine, says White House.

‘We extend our condolences to families of those who lost their lives in Bnei Brak, as well as to the Government and people of Israel’.

Before COVID-19, few countries did their own genomic surveillance of organisms that cause diseases, says WHO.

‘The stronger the sanctions packages are going to be, the faster we will bring back the pace’ Volodymyr Zelenskyy says.

Lack of water sources also lead to spread of diseases, says UN report.

Muttahida Qaumi Movement quits ruling alliance to support no-confidence motion against Imran Khan.

Chancellor Scholz, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed issue in recent phone calls, says government spokesman.

Russia will not immediately demand that buyers pay for its gas exports in rubles, says Peskov.

Mayor of Ukrainian capital dismisses reports of Russian withdrawal, pointing to 'huge explosions' and continued death.

Russian Defense Ministry spokesman accuses Ukraine of using synagogue in Uman city to provoke Jewish community against Moscow.

Chinese-made ship can carry 1,300 passengers and entirely powered by hydroelectric electricity from China's Three Gorges Dam.

‘War is scary but I am not afraid," says 1st-grade student Miroslava Bogdashkina, sharing what she has gone through in Russia-Ukraine war.

Germany activates 'early warning' gas plan amid tensions with Russia.

UN high commissioner for refugees in Ukraine to discuss support for displaced.

'Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him,' says statement.

Number of people fleeing war in Ukraine edges toward 4 million as civilian death toll climbs.

New round of negotiations in Istanbul 'indication of trust' in Turkiye, says Cavusoglu.

Remarks by Russia's deputy defense minister come after meeting with Ukrainian delegation in Istanbul.

Turkish FM Cavusoglu says meeting achieved 'most meaningful progress' since start of negotiations.

Combat potential of Ukrainian Armed Forces have been 'significantly reduced,' says Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoygu.

Dependence on Russian oil, energy allows its leaders to ruin lives in neighboring countries, says Zelenskyy.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova praises Turkiye's 'balanced position'.

Infrastructure, bridge damaged by Russian forces during clashes.

2 days of talks set to start at 0730GMT Tuesday at Dolmabahce Presidential Office.

President Erdogan pens article for Uzbek newspaper, speaking highly of ties between Ankara, Tashkent.

127 Russian planes, 129 helicopters, 597 tanks, 1,710 armored vehicles destroyed, says Ukrainian army.

Turkish vessels, aircraft on alert for drifting sea mines: Defense minister.

Russian, Ukrainian delegations wrap up peace talks in Istanbul.

Spokesman Dmitry Peskov says in person meeting allows for more concentrated, substantive negotiations.

Palestinian PM says summit 'free reward' to Israel.

There is a chance to achieve peace agreement, says Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

123 Russian aircraft, 127 choppers, 586 tanks, 1,694 armored vehicles, 54 air defense systems destroyed, says Ukrainian army.

'Let's look at the result,' says Volodymyr Zelenskyy, adds Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity are beyond doubt.

2nd mine deactivated this month.

Russia-Ukraine war continues to be main risk factor on asset prices.

Drill includes around 30,000 troops, 220 aircraft and 50 vessels from 27 countries.

Voters expect new government to provide better economy, opportunities for young people.

UN says 1,824 civilians wounded since Russia launched war, reiterates that 'actual figures are considerably higher'.

Goal is to reduce continent’s dependence on Russian oil and gas.

Ukrainian president calls Ukraine's non-nuclear status 'most important issue' in peace talks with Russia.