Xinjiang US likely to hit China over Uighur 'abuses' despite trade talks US Senate approval on bill denouncing 'internment camps' in Xinjiang expected within two weeks and could be unanimous.
Iran Iran rejects EU powers' letter to UN as 'desperate falsehood' A letter by UK, German and French ambassadors to UN said Iran's activities were 'inconsistent' with a 2015 resolution.
Samoa Samoa arrests anti-vaxxer as immunisation drive continues At least 140 new cases reported in the last 24 hours as death toll climbs to 63 while 20 children remain critically ill.
Hong Kong protests Blinded Indonesian journalist seeks answers from Hong Kong police Video journalist Veby Mega Indah was hit in one eye by projectile fired by riot police during protests in September.
Mauritania Dozens of people die in Atlantic Ocean off Mauritania At least 62 people, including children, drown while 83 others swam ashore after the overcrowded boat capsized.
Sport Saudi Arabia edge Qatar 1-0 to reach Gulf Cup final Bahrain will face Saudi Arabia in Sunday's final after a penalty shoot-out win over Iraq in the other semi-final.