Belarus Belarus: Lukashenko wins election marred by protests Preliminary results give Belarusian leader a sixth term, while rights group reports one protester killed, 200 detained.
Pakistan Bomb blast targets Pakistan anti-drug force, 6 killed At least six killed and 10 wounded in explosion targeting anti-drug force in the border town of Chaman.
Afghanistan Afghan talks to kick off as Kabul set to free Taliban prisoners The prisoners' fate has been a crucial hurdle in launching peace talks between Kabul and Taliban armed group.
Africa Mauritania's president appoints a new government Move comes after former ministers appeared in a controversial report on the financial dealings of ex-leader.
Taiwan 'Strong support': Senior US official meets Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen Health secretary Alex Azar pledges US support for island democracy as China condemns visit and threatens retaliation.
Europe German Social Democrats tap Olaf Scholz as chancellor candidate The decision marks a comeback for the former Hamburg mayor, who was defeated last year in the race to lead his party.