Lebanon's Military Tribunal sentences hardcore extremist preacher Sheikh Ahmad al-Assir to death over the 2013 Abra attacks against army soldiers.

The Venezuelan opposition threatens to quit talks with the government if Caracas fails to meet their demands.

Bangladeshi police say there are at least 64 militant extremists on death row and their appeals are being heard in the higher courts.

A commentator says there should be a collective committee of Muslims to supervise the safety of Hajj pilgrims because the Saudis have proved they are unable to ensure and secure real safe pilgrimage.

A senior Chinese official warns the US and its regional allies not to turn the South China Sea into a cradle of war.

A Senegalese court sentences former Chadian dictator to life in prison.