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Fundraising scandal in Japan’s ruling party turns heat on embattled PM Kishida

Tokyo (Reuters) - Japan's ruling party faced mounting scrutiny on Thursday amid reports that lawmakers will be investigated over fundraising - a scandal that...

India trade body seeks flexibility on G7’s phased-in Russian gems ban

Mumbai (Reuters) - A leading Indian trade body on Thursday suggested that the Group of Seven countries should offer greater flexibility in implementing a...

Pakistan court rejects former PM Khan’s request to withdraw appeal and shift case to separate court

Islamabad (Reuters) - An Islamabad court on Wednesday rejected former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's request to withdraw a key appeal so he could...

Soaring pollution in Pakistan’s Lahore fills wards with sick children

Lahore (Reuters) - In the packed paediatric emergency room of a Lahore public hospital, parents holding sick children lined up for treatment this week,...

Russia’s Putin, Saudi crown prince discuss further OPEC+ cooperation in whirlwind visit

Riyadh (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed further cooperation on oil prices on Wednesday as members...

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