Syria's War UN watchdog rules Syrian government behind 2017 toxic attacks Syrian gov't forces dropped chlorine and sarin gas in series of attacks in March 2017 in Hama, new report finds.
Donald Trump Did Donald Trump ignore dire coronavirus warnings? US president defended his actions in the early days of the crisis and played down specific warnings on the contagion.
Taliban Afghan government releases 100 Taliban prisoners The latest move comes a day after the Taliban walks out of talks, accusing Kabul of delaying the release of prisoners.
Africa Ethiopia declares state of emergency to fight coronavirus Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed warns of 'grave legal measures' against anyone who undermines the fight against the pandemic.
United States US capital braces for looming surge in coronavirus cases Officials say COVID-19 cases could peak in Washington, DC, in May or June as city fights to enforce social distancing.
Brazil Brazil's homeless faced many risks before the coronavirus arrived Brazil's capital has some 24,000 homeless people who face significant risks from their lack of access to proper hygiene.