With the fall of the former government in Kabul, thousands of Afghans were forced to flee the country, many to Europe.

Defence Minister Koizumi's visit to Yasukuni Shrine comes on the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII.

The Taliban government brought security and stability but is facing increasing alienation of the general population.

The Indian PM said Maoist-influenced Naxalite rebellion is largely gone, but its ideological backers still pose threat.

Dozens of people have been killed after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores Island.

Taiwan has long prepared for a Chinese military invasion but wars in Iran and Ukraine expose new potential threats.

An overnight Israeli strike on a family home in Ansar, southern Lebanon, killed at least seven people.

Australia close Day Three of the first Test against Bangladesh on 161-4, trailing the record-chasing tourists by 67.

World Athletics' president says political influence in sport must be kept in check with LA Olympics on horizon.

Mikel Arteta, who ended Arsenal's 22-year wait for a Premier League title, says contract negotiations will be resolved.