Israel’s deadline to close UK consulate in East Jerusalem nears

Former British consul Vincent Fean says Israel is acting unlawfully by demanding the UK close its consulate.

Democratic FCC member warns of AI robocall misinformation risks in US

FCC commissioner warns against AI robocalls, citing risks of misinformation before crucial midterm elections.

Former Catholic bishop sentenced for abusing indigenous men in Australia

The Catholic Church in Australia has been marred by abuse allegations in recent years.

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi detained over election chief protest

Rahul Gandhi has been arrested several times at protests demanding the resignation of poll body chief.

Ultra-Orthodox rabbi’s anti-Zionist remarks stir Israel election row

Rabbi Dov Lando's comments expose tensions over Zionism, conscription and Netanyahu's ultra-Orthodox allies.

Witnesses spot Eritrean troops inside northern Ethiopia as tensions flare

Eritrea dismisses allegation as Ethiopia's pretext for more war.

At least 24 killed as Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine

Ukraine says Russia launched a massive overnight barrage of 130 drones, 48 cruise missiles and ballistic missiles

Kenya on high alert amid concern over screening after first Ebola death

Kenya’s government has intensified Ebola preparedness efforts amid growing concern over lapses in border screening.

Saudi Arabia says three foreign nationals killed in attacks on airports

Moroccan, Algerian women killed in Abha, Sudanese national killed in Riyadh.

LSD – from counterculture to clinical trials

From psychiatric research to counterculture and secret CIA mind-control experiments, LSD makes its way back to the lab.

Most Americans oppose Trump’s taxpayer-funded ‘golden age’ ads: Poll

Trump says he will pay for future ads, but the White House says taxpayers will not be reimbursed for past ones.

In El Salvador’s mass trials, lawyers struggle to defend hundreds

Human Rights Watch says defendants face proceedings where lawyers have struggled to access case files.

How genocide in Gaza followed Bosnia’s painful pattern

Three years into Israel’s war on Gaza, we examine patterns that echo the Srebrenica genocide in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

US Supreme Court hears challenge to air force UXO detonations in Guam

Advocacy group claims military sidestepped impact review, says case highlights lack of representation in US territories.

Jerusalem Daily: Gaza’s devastation, three years after October 7

Three years after the October 7 attacks, more than 74,000 people have been killed in Gaza.

Spanish unions call general strike over housing before snap election

The general strike is the first to be jointly backed by Spain's two largest unions ‌in 14 years.

Over 100 arrested in Belgium student protests over education costs

Protesting students have demanded education reforms in French-speaking areas of the country.

US mortgage rates hit their highest level in three years

Rising borrowing costs have pushed mortgage applications to their lowest level since February 2025.

UEFA football leaders meet to shape strategy to oust FIFA’s Infantino

European football leaders gather in Berlin with the aim of shaping strategy to oust Gianni Infantino as FIFA president.

Germany’s Merz vows to fight ‘extremism’ after AfD, far-left election gains

Far-right and far-left parties gain ground in local elections as Merz's approval rating sinks.

More than 200,000 displaced as fighting escalates in Yemen, UN says

With 3,700 fleeing to Djibouti amid Houthi clashes, the UN warns three in four families in parts of Yemen face hunger.

The mass killing does not mean Israel’s winning

Israel’s military might has failed to achieve the political goals in Gaza it was supposed to.

How Israel’s genocide in Gaza pulled Britons into the Palestine movement

Britons are risking freedom and reputations to stand with Palestinians and challenge government policy.

Ex-German spy chief arrested: A history of spooks working for enemy powers

There have been many cases of top spies giving classified information to enemy nations. Here are some of the highlights.

Millions of Pakistanis get government fuel relief but some miss out

Pakistan has subsidised petrol for millions, but some economists caution that those most needing help are left out.

Why Paramount-Warner merger has sparked fears about press freedom

Chairman's family ties to Trump and Israel raise questions over editorial independence at CNN and CBS.

South Korea signals military exemption cuts for athletes after Asian Games

South Korea signals cuts to military exemptions for gold medallists after backlash over athletes' Asian Games comments.

Okinawa governor urges Japan action after US Marine arrested over killing

Growing anger after US Marine Devin Jacob Ballard was arrested on suspicion of strangling Anna Yagi, 39.

Saudi Arabia beat UAE 2-0 to end 22-year wait for Arabian Gulf Cup crown

Goals from Hammam Al-Hammami and Firas al-Buraikan give the hosts their fourth Arabian Gulf Cup trophy.

Henri Kagan, Kenso Soai win chemistry Nobel for ‘mirror image’ breakthrough

Scientists honoured for solving mystery of asymmetric molecules that has helped in manufacture of pharmaceuticals.

Coco Gauff says online racist abuse was ‘draining’ after China Open exit

Coco Gauff admits the racism she suffered during China Open exhausted her after US tennis star missed out on quarters.

Israeli soldier assaults Palestinian woman in occupied West Bank

An Israeli soldier was filmed assaulting a Palestinian woman during a raid on a family home in the occupied West Bank.

Palestinian killed, several injured in Israeli pogrom in occupied West Bank

A 44-year-old Palestinian man was killed during Israeli settler assaults on olive harvesters in the West Bank.

The UK Greens are wrong – Zionism is not racism

The party’s new policy reflects ignorance of Zionism and does nothing to advance Palestinian self-determination.

Yes, Zionism is racism

And there is nothing radical about declaring it. It is a fact of history.

South Korea’s military service exemption could be cut for athletes

German ex-spy chief arrested for treason: What we know

Former top spy August Hanning led the Federal Intelligence Service from 1998 to 2005.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta signs new contract with Premier League champions

Following Arsenal's first Premier League win in 22 years, the London club has extended Mikel Arteta's contract to 2030.

Miles away from Argentina, Messi’s farewell hits home for his Indian fans

Almost 15,000km away from Argentina, Messi's magical presence on the field left a lasting mark on fans across India.

Justina Shiroka Pula: Kosovo’s new president, elected during a crisis

An academic, former minister and a compromise choice, Pula was voted in by parliament amid protests.

US military aid to Israel continues three years into Gaza genocide

US military aid and arms transfer continue unchanged, as US public sentiment shifts.

Doha Debates: Should We Trust the News?

Is today’s news built to serve the truth?

Israeli attacks across Gaza kill at least four Palestinians

Israeli air strike kills Palestinian Civil Defence rescue volunteer in northern Gaza.

US sets new demands for Iran deal: What are they?

US Vice President Vance’s call for reduced nuclear enrichment suggests room for compromise, but major obstacles remain.

Girl pleads for world leaders to save her country from climate change

A 13-year-old girl has called on world leaders to act on climate change and save her country, Tuvalu.

CAS to hear Senegal appeal over AFCON title awarded to Morocco

Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing set to begin after Senegal stripped of Africa Cup of Nations title by CAF.

Christa Pike is awake after surviving execution: What happens now?

Tennessee death row inmate survives execution attempt, sparking legal and medical concerns.

Bulgaria ends search for missing crew after drone strike sinks cargo ship

Rescuers halt operation off the coast after finding no survivors.

Photos: Three years of Israel’s war on Gaza as tent cities spread amid ruin

Tent cities in Gaza grow as families mourn the dead, care for the injured, and endure relentless displacement.

France halts police use of stun grenades at student protests

Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to make public address after thousands rally to demand more funding for education.

What does a year-long ceasefire in Gaza look like?

Israel attacked Gaza nine days out of 10 during a so-called ceasefire.

Fear and a far-right lurch: How October 7 reshaped Israel

Three years on, the trauma of October 7, 2023, continues to reshape Israel’s politics, wars and place in the world.

Head coach Scaloni’s emotional farewell to ‘irreplaceable’ Messi

Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni said it was an ‘emotional day’ as Lionel Messi ends his international career.

Advocates decry ‘unlawful’ detention of Kashmiri filmmaker by ICE in US

Arfat Sheikh was arrested at Washington Dulles International Airport on September 24, advocacy group says.

‘We’re short of resources’: France’s student protesters, in their own words

French students and teachers protesting school conditions spoke with Al Jazeera about their demands.

Three years of Israel’s mass dispossession of West Bank Palestinians

Bedouin families uprooted by Israeli settlers describe a state-backed project of forced transfer in the West Bank.

Palestine: The Lost Team

The forgotten story of the football team that played as Palestine in 1934 — without Arab Palestinian players.

Israeli troops seen smashing memorial in occupied West Bank

An Israeli soldier was spotted smashing a memorial to Palestinians during raids in the occupied West Bank.

Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia amid concerns over repatriations

Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Malaysia on his first visit since the 2021 coup.

Yemen’s Houthis attack Aden airport; Saudi forces down missile near Riyadh

Yemeni government says one of the missiles hit Aden airport's runway minutes before a flight from Cairo was due to land.

Has Russia’s fuel crisis given Iranian oil an opening in Central Asia?

Iran's oil exports have struggled amid a US blockade. A Russian energy crisis because of Ukrainian attacks could help.

How has Israel’s genocide changed Gaza?

Gaza City’s port was a hub for fishing and tourism before the genocide. Al Jazeera’s Maram Humaid shows what’s left.

At least two killed in Kyiv as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine

Russia’s Defence Ministry says its forces carried out a 'massive strike' on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions.

Yemen’s displaced children dream of returning to school

More than 137,000 students in conflict zones lose access to education, deepening Yemen's already dire schooling crisis.

Finland orders halt to work on Google data centre sites

Finnish opposition has called for measures to prevent power shortages, soaring energy prices caused by data centres.

Lionel Messi’s last game for Argentina ends in triumph and tears

Messi scored a goal and created two others as Argentina bid farewell to its most decorated footballer with a 3-0 win.

How three years of Israel’s genocidal war have changed Gaza

War has devastated Gaza’s economy, education, healthcare, infrastructure and public services, transforming life.

Libya’s parliament removes Speaker Saleh after 12 years as discontent grows

Eastern-based parliament votes to replace longtime speaker with Al-Salhin Abdelnabi al-Obeidi.

Three years of Israel’s genocide in Gaza: In numbers

Three years of attacks has devastated Gaza, killing tens of thousands, destroying homes, and collapsing basic services.

Israelis pause to mark October 7 Hamas-attack anniversary

Israelis gathered at memorials to mark the moment the Hamas-led attack began on October 7, 2023.

Tree nearly as old as US torn down to expand Mexico border wall

A 200-year-old cottonwood tree has been cut down to make way for a 44-km US-Mexico double border wall despite protests.

What Israeli schools teach

US stock market hits all-time high as investors bet big on AI

The benchmark S&P 500 is up 14 percent this year despite elevated oil prices and US government debt sell-off.

Oman evacuates injured crew from attacked tanker in Strait of Hormuz

India's Foreign Ministry says 11 out of 12 injured crew members on board the On Peace are Indian nationals.

Lionel Messi plays final Argentina game to roaring Buenos Aires farewell

Lionel Messi played his final game for Argentina in a friendly against Benin, ending a 21-year international career.

Explosion shutters Venezuela’s second-largest oil refinery

An explosion has ripped through Venezuela's second-largest oil refinery, causing it to suspend activities.

Why do airport and flight rules exist?

Everyone follows these rules, but few know why. Each one traces back to an incident that changed aviation security.

Australia top court rules against coal mine expansion, citing climate harm

Campaigners say ruling sets a precedent requiring climate damage be weighed when fossil fuel projects are considered.

Two Houthi missiles target Yemen’s Aden International Airport

Explosions near Aden International Airport after Yemen’s Saudi-backed gov't said two missiles were fired by the Houthis.

Syrian embassy returns seized passport after 43 years

Syria's embassy in Berlin has returned the passport of a citizen that the former Assad government seized 43 years ago.

Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los Angeles

Both Democrats and Republicans have expressed outrage at Trump's remarks that cities could be sacrificed in Iran war.

What’s behind Israel’s growing shift to the right?

Three years after the October 7 attacks, the politics of Israeli society has shifted further right.

Yemeni forces launch offensive to retake Houthi-held al-Waziiya in Taiz

The mountainous district is key to control of Mocha, the Red Sea port the Houthis seized last month.

Sudan’s al-Burhan rejects talks, vows to retake all territory from RSF

At least 10 civilians were killed in West Kordofan and 5,500 displaced in Blue Nile as clashes widened on Tuesday.

South Sudan’s aid crisis deepens as food stocks run low

More than one million people could lose life-saving aid by October as funding shrinks and arrivals from Sudan continue.

French mayor tear-gassed after shielding protesters from police

Saint-Denis Mayor Bally Bagayoko was tear-gassed after shielding student protesters from riot police.

Iran war live: Yemen forces claim control over strategic Taiz mountain peak

Yemeni forces claim they have tightened control over the highest peak in the Jabal Habashi district of Taiz.

Electric car bursts into flames at charging station in Turkiye

Turkiye’s first domestically produced electric SUV, the Togg T10X burst into flames at a charging station.

‘We are desperate’: Venezuela’s power cuts fuel growing public anger

Frequent outages have fuelled protests against the government of interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez.

Christa Pike lawyers say she is speaking one week after failed execution

The 50-year-old has regained consciousness and is receiving care nearly one week after being sent to the hospital.

Fans flood Buenos Aires ahead of Messi’s final international match

Thousands of Argentina fans poured into Buenos Aires’ Monumental stadium ahead of Lionel Messi’s final match.

Houthis, Saudi-led forces claim victories as Yemen fighting rages on

Saudi Arabia’s Jazan and Najran airports were attacked as Saudi-led gov’t forces launched air strikes on the Houthis.

Harry Kane equals England record, scores twice in 3-0 win over Czechia

England's Harry Kane makes record-equalling 125th appearance and has a hand in all three goals in Nations League win.

CNN, CBS News now under one roof as Paramount-Warner Bros merger closes

The newly combined company is called Skydance and began trading on Wall Street on Tuesday.

US arrests suspect in connection with Tumbler Ridge school shooting

The suspect, from the western state of Washington, allegedly gave money and advice to the attacker over the internet.

Spain’s Merino nets twice to avoid Croatia shock and maintain perfect start

Mikel Merino turns game for Spain in Croatia to maintain their 100 percent group-stage record in UEFA Nations League.

Tokyo protests US military presence after Okinawa killing

Protesters rallied outside the US Embassy in Tokyo after a US Marine was arrested for the killing of a 39-year-old woman

US firm gets $2.9bn sub deal after boss joins war study with Musk

Anduril said it would invest $3.7bn to develop shipyard that would build submarine parts.

US CDC says it’s ‘aware of and closely monitoring’ Russian plague case

The top US public health agency's remarks come as the Trump administration said it’s 'closely' watching the incident.

Cornell names Sally Yates to review university’s response to rape case

Yates will examine Cornell’s sexual assault investigations, disciplinary process and campus police response.

Why Flavio Bolsonaro outperformed the polls in Brazil’s election

A late right-wing shift, a banking scandal and economic frustration may be behind Bolsonaro's last-minute gains.

US lawmakers call on Israel to release imprisoned doctor Hussam Abu Safia

Progressive US representatives seek to bring attention to Israeli abuse and detention of Palestinian medical worker.

Messi super fan travels from India to Argentina for idol’s final game

Lionel Messi super fan Yadil M Iqbal traveled from Kerala, India, to Buenos Aires to watch him play his last game.

Is Zionism a form of racism?

New resolution by the UK's Green Party says the answer is YES

British adventurer back in UK after 28-year trek on foot around the world

Is there a MAGA after Trump?

From the Epstein files to the war on Iran, Josh Rushing examines the cracks forming within MAGA in Trump's second term.

Ronaldo apologizes for Portugal walkout; says Jesus broke promise

Cristiano Ronaldo accuses Portugal coach Jorge Jesus of broken promises, but leaves international return open.

Yemen’s government is on the attack against the Houthis. What has changed?

Yemeni forces are trying to reverse Houthi gains, aided by heavier air power and renewed international support.

The new players in space

Russia denies imposing anti-plague measures after lab worker death

Russia denies plague cases after laboratory technician's death; US demands 'transparency' as WHO monitors situation.

Catalan separatist leader Puigdemont to return home after warrant lifted

Spain's Constitutional Court ruled an amnesty law for Catalan separatists applied to the politician.

Amid protests, Kosovo’s political deadlock raises prospect of new elections

Kosovo faces tensions as protests against former rebel leaders’ convictions coincide with the prospect of new elections.

Indian opposition leaders detained during voter lists protest

Police detained Indian opposition leaders during a protest outside the Election Commission in New Delhi where lawmakers

Tuareg rebels withdraw from strategic town of Kidal in northern Mali

The Azawad Liberation Front said sustained air strikes by Malian troops and Russian allies forced its tactical retreat.

Jerusalem Daily: Tension high in Israel ahead of October 7

Yemen’s Taiz residents fear food and fuel crisis amid fighting

Kenya confirms first Ebola case as man dies in Nairobi after DRC return

More than 4,000 people have died in the worst outbreak in the DR Congo's history, with confirmed cases surpassing 8,300.

Djokovic wins China Open after de Minaur retires, Alcaraz wins Japan Open

Novac Djokovic won 102nd match of his career, while ATP 500 tournament victory was Carlos Alcaraz's third of the year.

Ship sinks off Bulgaria after drone attack in Black Sea

What would it take for the Yemen offensive to succeed?

Territorial gains alone will not be enough to change the trajectory of the war.

Is Europe preparing for a wider war with Russia?

A British war-game show simulating a Russian attack has drawn a nuclear warning from Moscow.

FIFA chief Infantino’s ‘abuse of power’ questioned by Norway in complaints

The three complaints filed by Norway's football body ask FIFA's Ethics Committee to examine Infantino's conduct.

LIVE: Croatia vs Spain – UEFA Nations League

Follow updates, with build-up and team news, from our live text commentary stream coverage as Lamine Yamal headlines.

Birzeit University memorial destruction aims to crush Palestinian memory

Israeli soldiers removed the monument to students and alumni killed by Israel and replaced it with a fig sapling.

Photos: France braces for day of school blockades and street protests

Protesters increased pressure on the government of outgoing President Emmanuel Macron demanding more education funding.

Bulgaria searches for missing crew after drones hit two ships in Black Sea

Bulgaria launches search operation after Togo-flagged Alfa Watan sinks at scene of attack.

‘Not the act of a friend’: Israel’s deadline to close UK consulate nears

Former British consul Sir Vincent Fean says Israel is acting unlawfully in the wake of a new wave of sanctions.

What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?

Iran adopts a new arrangement to tackle economic challenges amid the US-imposed economic war and naval blockades.

In Gaza, we cannot even begin to recover from trauma

The genocide has killed many and left the rest broken. For us, survivors, recovery is not on the horizon.

Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline pumping 5.8 million bpd

Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin ⁠Salman says capacity restored after major attack last month.

France protests: What we know as schools brace for nationwide action

Now in their third week, the protests have grown.

Hormuz ship attacks surge: Are increased oil exports sustainable?

Gulf oil flows surge despite escalating ship attacks in the critical Strait of Hormuz energy corridor.

‘Cockroach stir stripped Modi’s carefully confected image’: Arundhati Roy

Acclaimed Indian author talks to Al Jazeera on the Gen Z-led protests and allegations of vote theft by Modi government.

What we know about Russia’s suspected plague case

Dozens of people have been quarantined over a suspected case of the plague in Russia’s Siberia.

UK police arrest British national linked to airbase incident

22-year old British national arrested on suspicion of a terror offence after other suspects released on bail.

Demonstrators clash with riot police in France as education protests mount

School blockades and clashes intensify in France as frustration rises over government education policy.

Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of treason and espionage

August Hanning's former chief of staff was also arrested on suspicion of 'aiding and abetting attempted treason'.

Ukraine launches major drone attack on Russia’s Moscow region, killing two

Russia says 290 drones targeted Moscow and nearby regions in the overnight Ukrainian assault.

Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for work on ‘ghost particles’

Belgian physicist worked to build Antarctic observatory that tracks neutrinos from deep space.

Mapping where US bombers are based around the world

The US has pulled its B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford amid Iran fears. Here's where else they can fly from.

Pakistan, Turkiye join Saudi deterrence against Houthis: What that means

Islamabad says its role is defensive, but Riyadh's offensive in Yemen tests how long it can stay out of the fight.

Qatar and India among seven countries bidding for 2036 Olympics, IOC says

South Africa, Turkiye, Germany, Hungary and South Korea are on the list of countries revealed by the IOC.

France’s student protests grow as hundreds of schools close

Al Jazeera’s Bernard Smith reports from France on the growing student protests across the country.

Tennis: World number one Sinner will not play in 2026 due to knee injury

Jannik Sinner has not competed in a tournament since winning at Wimbledon in July and will continue his recovery.

How Palestinian reporters defied Israel’s genocide to redefine journalism

Western media under scrutiny for promoting Israeli narrative rather than standing up for vulnerable journalists in Gaza.

Russia plague quarantine following lab death: Should we be worried?

Plague is still endemic to Siberia, the location of the first known prehistoric human outbreak.

India opposition leaders briefly arrested in protest against election chief

Protesters are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Pro-Palestine Greens challenge Labour’s grip on Starmer’s former seat

Green Party leader Zack Polanski hopes to shake Labour, which has held Holborn since the seat was created in 1983.

Singapore refers eight civil servants to police over property purchases

Minister announces referrals after think tank paper finds link between purchases and unannounced MRT stations.

Saudi Arabia says three wounded in attacks on airports near Yemen border

Saudi aviation authority reports severe injuries and damage following Houthi strikes on Jazan and Najran airports.

Fort Hood shooter to be executed by firing squad: All to know

The US Army is averse to capital punishment and has not carried out an execution in decades.

UEFA to investigate spitting incident at Ireland-Israel football match

An Israeli player is accused of spitting on an Irish coach as the teams returned to their dressing rooms at half-time.

Kenya ministry of health confirms first imported Ebola case

The first imported case of Ebola has been recorded in Kenya.

India’s ‘million mutinies’ are puncturing Modi’s aura of invincibility

Across the country, Indians are turning disparate grievances into a broader reckoning with unaccountable power.

‘Hitting the right nail’: Refugee rescue group defiant as Greece targets it

Aegean Boat Report founder Tommy Olsen insists he is defending the rule of law, as Greece opens trial against him.

Palestine weekly: Olive harvest opens under assault

Israeli settlers and forces beat Palestinians, set property on fire and steal crops across the occupied West Bank.

South Korea considers steps to force North Korea apology for DMZ mine blast

Seoul has urged Pyongyang to remove any other mines planted on the southern side of the military demarcation line.

Malaysia’s Anwar to host Myanmar leader as repatriations near 10,000

Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing to visit Kuala Lumpur 'in the next few days', Anwar Ibrahim says.

Gaza woman rescues books from rubble to keep education alive

Amid the destruction of Gaza’s schools and universities, Niveen Al-Gharabli has built a makeshift book stall.

How hunger is devastating Yemen’s children

Al Jazeera travels to Yemen's displacement camps to measure the toll of malnutrition on the country's children.

Sahibzada Farhan named Pakistan’s T20 captain as Naseem Shah returns

Salman Agha axed before T20 home series against Sri Lanka, but Shaheen Shah Afridi is retained as ODI captain.

Yemen war: What’s the latest on the battlefield?

The heaviest fighting between the internationally recognised government and the Houthis has been in southwestern Yemen.

Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as captain of India’s women’s cricket team

Kaur, 37, is the only man or woman to captain her side in international cricket in more than 150 T20I games.

Are pets replacing human babies?

Why are birth rates declining while pet ownership is on the rise?

Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood attacker Nidal Hasan

Pentagon confirms execution order for Nidal Hasan, convicted of killing 13 in Fort Hood shooting in 2009.

Trump jokes about letting Iran bomb Los Angeles and San Diego

At a campaign rally in Nebraska, US President Donald Trump joked about letting Iran bomb Los Angeles and San Diego.

Gauff in racial abuse controversy at China Open after replayed point

Coco Gauff was targeted online after stopping play during a crucial point in the first set against China’s Sun Xinran.

Southeast Asia’s energy chiefs meet against backdrop of Iran war

ASEAN ministers to discuss energy security amid energy crunch caused by the war on Iran.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo play for Portugal after a row with coach Jesus?

Ronaldo sparked controversy last week when he walked out of the camp after learning that he would not start a game.

Croatia vs Spain: UEFA Nations League – Yamal, Modric, head-to-head

Coming on the back of a 10-match winning streak, Spain face Croatia with sights set on the Nations League quarterfinals.

Widowed twice: A Gaza mother’s story of loss and survival

A young mother has lost two husbands and two children during Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.

Erling Haaland faces injury scare ahead of Man City vs Liverpool

The Manchester City star asked to be substituted and was replaced in the 67th minute of the 2-1 defeat in Porto.

Violent clashes erupt after mass housing protest in Barcelona

Protesters in Barcelona set fires, built barricades and hurled projectiles as violence erupted at a housing protest.

Quebec separatists win election reviving push for independence

Parti Quebecois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon vows a future referendum on independence from Canada.

Mexican and Colombian cartel mercenaries filmed fighting in Ukraine

Members of Mexican and Colombian cartels are reportedly joining Ukraine’s International Legion to learn drone warfare.

Secessionist party wins Quebec election in Canada

Parti Quebecois returns to power, promising a third referendum on Quebec's independence from Canada.

UN rights council condemns attacks on civilians in Sudan, calls for truce

Resolution demands an immediate ceasefire and extends the mandate of the mission investigating abuses in Sudan.

Trump says taxpayers will no longer fund TV ads that praise him

Move comes after ethics experts criticised three nationally broadcast ads and called for independent investigations.

Turkiye, Pakistan to deploy forces to Saudi as Yemen fighting grows

During emergency talks in Riyadh, Turkiye and Pakistan agreed to send rapid deployment forces to Saudi Arabia.

Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn gets life for wife’s murder

Former ‘American Idol’ singer Caleb Flynn is sentenced to life without parole after being convicted of his wife's murder

Syrian Airlines unveils laser-sharp look for the future

Syrian Airlines unveils a new visual identity as it rebrands amid Syria’s post-Assad development.

Moroccan journalists recount years of surveillance amid new Amnesty claim

Amnesty cites a whistleblower’s account of how Morocco allegedly uses surveillance to silence journalists.

Police clash with Kosovo protesters over bid to curb Hague war crimes court

The political dispute over the court has become a factor in negotiations to hold a new presidential election.

Trump officials pursue record number of cases to strip US citizenship

Top officials have sought to expand the use of rarely invoked laws that can strip naturalised Americans of citizenship.

New York state declares measles disaster amid resurgence of disease in US

US had largely eliminated disease by 2000 but has seen several outbreaks amid declining vaccination rates.

Iran war live: Yemen forces reclaim strategic port city Mocha from Houthis

Turkiye and Pakistan agree to rapidly deploy militaries to bolster Saudi security as part of the Mecca defence pact.

What’s happening in Ethiopia?

Ethiopia is facing renewed fighting in the north, just four years after the devastating Tigray war ended.

Whistleblower warns that humans don’t control AI

Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon warns that AI companies ‘don’t fully control’ their models.

Trump’s approval hits new low among Hispanic voters ahead of midterms

Hispanic voters are twice as likely to favour Democratic Party over Trump's Republican Party in the November elections.

‘Smash the patriarchy’: Activists graffiti Cornell hall over gang rape case

Student groups call for the abolition of Greek life and more punitive action in the wake of fraternity assault allegations.

Super-subs help France demolish Belgium with late flurry

Michael Olise scores twice and assists as France come from 1-0 with 13 minutes left to beat Belgium 4-1

Ethiopia’s PM insists on access to Red Sea despite regional conflict threat

Neighbouring countries say coastal states must govern Red Sea as fighting escalates in northern Ethiopia.

Trump says US ready to aid Russia with plague outbreak in Siberia

Russian authorities quarantine hospital, monitor 200 contacts after suspected pneumonic plague death in Siberia.

Brazil’s presidential race head for a tough runoff

Brazil is heading into a fiercely contested presidential runoff after the first round revealed major gains for Bolsonaro

What’s next for Bosnia after elections?

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s election strengthened nationalist parties.

Can Yemen retake territory seized by Houthis?

The group has taken control of much of the Red Sea coast.

Israeli forces kill one, injure several in occupied West Bank

Palestinians in West Bank are suffering increasing Israeli violence and repression.

Turkiye, Pakistan agree to military deployment to Saudi Arabia

Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have agreed to trigger collective deterrence measures in response to Houthi attacks.

Premier League viewership in US up 20 percent among young Americans

English Premier League viewership up 20 percent among young Americans following World Cup, Nielsen Sports data shows.

Medvedev disqualified after hitting spectator with ball

Ukraine says Russian drone attack sinks ship in Romanian waters

The latest suspected incursion on NATO's eastern flank increases fears that the war in Ukraine threatens to spill over.

Freed Syrians recount torture in Israeli detention centre

Syrians released from Israeli detention have described abuse behind bars.

Mexico seeks evidence of border shooting that prompted US troop deployment

Mexico's Sheinbaum has expressed concern about US officials overstepping norms on security cooperation.

Trump blames Democrats and Ukraine for soaring US fuel prices, not Iran war

Trump shifts blame for fuel price hikes to blue states like California and Ukraine strikes on Russian oil refineries.

UK ‘threatens to expel 27 Israeli diplomats’ over Jerusalem consulate

Israel ordered East Jerusalem consulate to be closed after Britain sanctioned settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Mecca alliance agrees to activate collective deterrence measures

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What is ‘Herod’s Pool’, and why is Israel developing it in the West Bank?

Israel is developing a reservoir on land in the occupied West Bank, with water syphoned off from Palestinians.

Rubio: No direct link between US bombers removal and UK base incident

Rubio visits Iceland, says no direct link between the removal of US bombers and suspicions of a terrorist act in the UK

Spain calls snap election amid housing crisis

Mounting anger over Spain’s housing crisis have led Prime Minister Sanchez to call an early election on November 29

Jerusalem Daily: Netanyahu gives voters dramatic ultimatum

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given voters an election ultimatum: Vote for him or vote for Palestine.

DR Congo boat collision kills at least 30, dozens missing

Two vessels crashed while navigating the Congo River in Equateur province at night.

Rohingya activist says it’s unfair to send refugees back to Myanmar

Medvedev disqualified from China Open for hitting fan with a ball

Russia's Daniil Medvedev disqualified from China Open for hitting spectator with ball during match with Novak Djokovic.

Two dead after ship sinks off Romania following fire

Bosnia and Herzegovina elections: Return to a nationalist political order?

Results raise the prospect of a new conservative alliance and further political polarisation, analysts say.

LIVE: France vs Belgium – UEFA Nations League

Build-up. teams and live text commentary stream of France's Nations League Group A1 game against Belgium in Paris

Nigeria launches rescue after military plane crashes with 32 aboard

Nigeria launches rescue operation after military aircraft carrying 32 people crashes in Ondo state.

Yemeni gov’t forces aim for Sanaa, but Houthi defeat will be a challenge

Yemeni government forces claim strategic advances near Bab al-Mandeb strait amid a major anti-Houthi offensive.

What happened between Ireland and Israel in their Nations League match?

Spitting allegations, no handshakes, and bowed heads headlined the second Nations League fixture.

A drive through the West Bank

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank are left asking world leaders: where exactly is our state meant to go?

Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills four in Caribbean

UN warns US boat strikes in the Caribbean counter-drug war may violate international law and human rights principles.

Murder in Okinawa: The US military’s history of alleged crime in Japan

The murder of 39-year-old Anna Yagi is the latest in a string of crimes involving US personnel on Okinawa.

US pulls bombers from UK base: Is Iran manoeuvring Trump’s war plans?

The withdrawal means the US lost a convenient launchpad, not its underlying strike capability, said an expert.

Nobel medicine prize honours US and German scientists for optogenetics work

The winners of the Nobel Prizes in physics, chemistry, literature, peace and ‌economics will be announced in the week.

Samoa Prime Minister apologises after Nazi salute video surfaces

Samoa PM has apologised after a video of him resurfaced, showing him leading a Nazi salute and saying ‘Heil Hitler'.

Is Iran charging a toll to allow oil traffic through Hormuz?

Crude exports bypassing Hormuz surged in September, yet oil prices remain high. Could a secret fee be the reason?

Before UK Greens, who else has equated Zionism with racism?

Israel condemns the move as the party's vote causes an uproar, including among party members.

Bolsonaro favourite to win: What Brazil’s first round of elections tells us

Analysts say Flavio Bolsonaro is projected to win the run-off vote on October 25 and become Brazil's next president.

Lionel Messi to join Argentina for farewell match against Benin

The friendly marks a symbolic passing of the torch for a player whose international legacy includes a World Cup title.

In Russia-occupied Oleshky, Ukrainians face hunger, drones and landmines

Ukrainians are turning to weeds for sustenance in a town where bodies are reportedly eaten by feral dogs.

Students continue to protest in France as hundreds of schools close

Education Minister Edouard Geffray said on Sunday about 500 schools likely to be fully or partially closed on Monday.

UK Green Party votes to define Zionism as ‘racism’

The UK’s Green Party has voted to define Zionism as a form of racism.

WMA members must call for release of detained Palestinian medics

All World Medical Association members have a duty to uphold their commitment to the protection of healthcare workers.

Growing outrage in Japan after US Marine arrested in woman’s killing

The 20-year-old soldier denies the charge as protests held on Okinawa and in Tokyo.

US abruptly withdraws bombers from UK’s RAF Fairford

The US has abruptly withdrawn all of its aircraft from the UK’s RAF Fairford, citing concerns about a potential attack.

Photos: Yemen’s hospitals struggle to operate amid persistent power outages

Families in Aden endure sleepless nights and spoiled food as blackouts become a defining feature of daily life.

Gaza mothers seek breastfeeding support amid hunger and siege

Palestinian mothers are finding it increasingly difficult to breastfeed their babies in Gaza.

Former Prince Andrew launches challenge to ‘quash’ police search warrants

A London court is likely to hold a private hearing on Thursday as Mountbatten-Windsor challenges Thames Valley Police.

Libyan teachers’ strike escalates as union demands major education reforms

School year is on hold with teachers on strike and other unions threatening to take action.

The Republican consensus on Israel is starting to fracture

Christian Zionism made support for Israel a Republican cause. America First Republicans are challenging that consensus.

Yemen forces claim to seize Dhubab, sites near Bab al-Mandeb from Houthis

Yemeni forces claim to seize key positions near waterway as Pakistani, Saudi and Turkish officials to meet.

Yemen war escalates: What’s the latest, as government forces claim gains?

After launching major military offensive to reclaim Houthi-held areas, Yemen's government says it has taken key district

Formula One to probe software bug behind Bahrain GP chaos in Sepang

Drivers faced glitches at the race in Malaysia, where Lewis Hamilton had to stop and restart his car on the track.

‘If I didn’t write what moved me, it’d be like putting myself in prison’

Award-winning author Arundhati Roy discusses why she's not afraid to address politically charged topics.

Spain’s PM Pedro Sanchez calls snap election amid housing crisis

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called a snap election for November 29.

Pakistan installs fishing nets at security outposts to block drone attacks

Strung several metres overhead, the nets are a low-cost solution in sensitive areas prone to attacks by armed groups.

France vs Belgium: UEFA Nations League – Olise, De Bruyne, teams and format

Only one point separates Group A1 leaders France and second-placed Belgium before Monday's clash.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announces snap election

Sanchez calls early vote after parliament rejected housing relief measures proposed by his minority government.

World Space Week: Which countries have sent people to space?

At least 746 people from 52 countries have been to space, from career astronauts to paying tourists.

Djokovic defeats top seed Zverev to reach China Open semifinals

Novak Djokovic will face Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals in Beijing after the Russian defeated Francisco Cerundolo.

Middle East oil exports surpass pre-war levels despite tensions, data shows

IRGC commander says oil flows through US-supervised route in Hormuz are ‘negligible’.

Who were the top teen athletes at the Asian Games?

China’s Zhang Zhanshuo, 19, finished with seven gold medals while compatriot Yu Zidi won three record-breaking golds.

Samoa PM apologises after Nazi salute video emerges

Pacific island nation’s leader says 2007 video showing him saying 'Heil Hitler' does not reflect his beliefs.

Bolsonaro beats expectations in Brazil vote, faces Lula in runoff

Brazil’s presidential election is heading to a run-off after Bolsonaro and Lula both fell short of the 50% needed to win

FBI arrests ‘Chinese foreign agent’ for spying on Taiwan president’s son

A California woman allegedly sent photos and videos of President Lai's son and his family to Chinese officials.

Russian lab worker dies of suspected plague in Siberia; US monitoring case

A Russian agency links the lab worker's death to 'pneumonia of unknown' origin.

Singapore turns matchmaker amid rock-bottom birthrate

City-state launches dating platform for government workers, drawing curiosity, amusement and scorn.

Bosnian Serb nationalist claims party victory in Bosnia elections

Bosnian Serb nationalist Milorad Dodik claimed victory for his party in Bosnia’s elections.

US coastguard suspends search for six on board crashed medical jet

Debris found off Nantucket island after the air ambulance disappeared while flying from Bermuda to Boston.

Yemen gov’t forces commence major combat operation against Houthis

Yemeni government forces have declared a ‘battle for liberation’ to retake remaining territory held by the Houthis.

Spitting allegations as Ireland and Israel fight out ill-tempered draw

Ireland and Israel drew 1-1 in a second ill-tempered Nations League match.

Brazil’s presidential race: Three key takeaways from the first round

Flavio Bolsonaro beat polling expectations as Brazil’s right gained ground, setting up October 25 run-off with Lula.

Can the KKK find a new foothold in the US?

The infamous hate group is trying to rebrand itself as the 'Knights Party' in an attempt to grow its base.

Nearly 1,500 migrants arrive in Myanmar from Malaysia despite UN warnings

Malaysia continues mass refugee deportations despite warnings from the UN about unsafe conditions in an active war zone.

Ethiopia’s forces retake Mekelle amid renewed Tigray fighting

The capture of Tigray’s regional capital revives fears of another prolonged conflict, displacement and crisis.

Four African leaders issue joint declaration as Ethiopia war escalates

Egyptian, Eritrean, Somali and Sudanese leaders also call for talks to end the civil war in Sudan.

Iran war live: Yemen fighting intensifies; Tehran says ready for US attacks

Yemeni government announces major offensive against Houthis as Iran says it is ready to defend itself if the US attacks.

Israel face spitting allegation as Ireland boss ‘delighted’ ties after over

Ireland manager says 'disciplinary committee will look at' allegations Israel player spat at one of his coaching staff.

Manchester City must be relegated, says Canada’s ex-Leeds manager

Jesse Marsch alleges Man City's financial wrongdoing was widely known in the Premier League, and relegation must follow.

Cristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus

Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal squad on Wednesday, but door open for return.

Mysterious luminous object burns in the skies above Libya

A mysterious object has been filmed flying over Tripoli and western Libya, followed by reports of a loud explosion.

Man’s miraculous catch saves child after balcony fall in Egypt

Dramatic video shows a man in Egypt rushing and catching a child who fell from the second floor.

Nicaragua says it will withdraw from Central American Parliament

The Central American country' crackdown on human rights has left it increasingly isolated in Latin America.

US withdraws B-1 bomber aircraft from UK’s Fairford base amid Iran fears

The abrupt redeployment to the US comes after several 'terrorism-related' arrests were made outside RAF Fairford.

Cornell case puts New York’s progressive image at odds with its rape laws

New York lawmakers will review sexual-assault laws, including voluntary intoxication rule at the heart of Cornell case.

Ireland refuse handshake with Israel and don armbands in Nations League tie

Republic of Ireland football players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel in UEFA Nations League.

Ronaldo-less Portugal beat Norway 2-1 to reach Nations League quarterfinals

Holders Portugal are the first team to qualify for 2026-27 UEFA Nations League despite absence of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Israel lashes out as UK’s Green Party formally defines Zionism as ‘racism’

Israel's president declared that the 'antisemitic lie' deliberately endangers Jews and Israelis.

Debris found near Nantucket believed to be from missing medical plane

The US Coast Guard says a field of debris found near Nantucket is believed to be from an emergency medical plane.

Brazil election results live: Lula and Bolsonaro locked in a tight race

Leftist incumbent Lula is seeking a fourth term in office, facing off against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.

Imran Khan’s party launches march to Islamabad demanding his release

Supporters of jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan have launched a long march towards Islamabad.

Will elections bring change to multi-ethnic Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Balkan nation seeks EU membership, but divisions threaten that goal.

France to shutter up to 500 schools as more student protests called

Education minister cites safety concerns for closures as organisers call for resumption of protests.

Pro-Imran Khan mass rally launched after Pakistan government talks fail

Supporters of jailed former prime minister have set off from northwest Pakistan towards Islamabad.

War on Iran: Is escalation more likely than a deal?

Former Iranian and US diplomats agree that the war on Iran is likely to get worse in the coming weeks.

Ku Klux Klan leader claims rising support ahead of US midterm elections

The Ku Klux Klan says support for its message is growing as it seeks to rebrand around family and faith.

Police investigating Flydubai co-pilot’s Australia ties

Australian police and intelligence join the list of those probing the incident.

Ukraine ready for US-backed talks with Russia: Zelenskyy

Trilateral talks could happen this month in UAE or another US-proposed venue, says the president.

Mass protests demanding poll chief resignation shake India for third day

Protesters say the election commission’s voter-roll revision has removed millions of eligible voters to benefit PM Modi.

Germany’s Merz in Kyiv announces $1.5B in aid, urges Putin to end war

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, on a surprise visit to Kyiv, announced $1.5 billion in military and reconstruction aid

Air strike in Sudan kills UN aid truck driver: WFP

Trucks were 'clearly marked as humanitarian vehicles', UN agency says.

US and Man City’s Cavan Sullivan becomes youngest international goalscorer

Sullivan’s goal came after teenager Julian Hall, 18, had given Mauricio Pochettino's side the lead in Mexico friendly.

Three years of genocide in Gaza through one man’s camera

For almost three years, Ibrahim Rabaa has filmed fragments of his life through Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

Jerusalem Daily: Israeli forces arrest school children during raid

Philippines arrests 244 suspects in online scam crackdown

Criminals accused of using Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) as cover for human trafficking, fraud, murder.

LIVE: Portugal vs Norway – UEFA Nations League

Follow updates from our live text commentary stream coverage as Cristiano Ronaldo focus switches to Bruno Fernandes.

Japan summons US envoy as marine arrested over Okinawa murder

Ambassador vows cooperation as Japan protests after a US marine’s arrest in connection to Okinawa murder case.

Why does the US want to deport Salah Sarsour?

A US judge has ruled a prominent Palestinian rights advocate can be deported under a controversial, cold-war era law.

‘Did he know?’: Why Israel is rejecting an October 7 reckoning

The fixation on Netanyahu’s failures allows Israel to avoid confronting what it has done in Gaza.

‘We need freedom’: New Delhi women protest sexual violence

Aditi Subramanian joined protests after the alleged gang rape of a teenager in New Delhi, calling for women’s safety.

Dodik urges Serb turnout against ‘Sarajevo crooks’ in Bosnia election

Iran tells US: there is ‘no military solution’ to end the war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the era of “wasting time and dictating demands is over’.

Lula and Bolsonaro vote in Brazil’s polarised presidential election

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have voted in a tightly contested election.

Dodik declared Bosnia ‘dead’. Irrelevant rhetoric or serious threat?

Bosnian Serb leader's controversial comments ahead of Bosnia and Herzegovina's high-stakes elections.

How was Flydubai co-pilot cleared despite being deemed a security risk?

Aviation security protocols under scrutiny after co-pilot accused of attempted axe attack aboard Flydubai flight.

Why is fighting intensifying in Yemen’s Taiz governorate?

Fighting escalates in Taiz governorate as Yemen's government and Houthis battle for control of key strategic locations.

Somali president: Ethiopia can access our port, but must negotiate

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says Addis Ababa has yet to come to Mogadishu to negotiate access to sea ports.

What are the five questions being asked regarding the Flydubai attack?

As investigations are conducted, official versions of the incident have come under scrutiny.

Did the fall of al-Andalus reshape Europe forever?

Deja Vu traces Europe’s Muslim history from Al-Andalus to today. Why are Muslims still treated as outsiders?

Amid teen triumph and organisational chaos, Asian Games close in Japan

The continental competition hosted 17,000 athletes over two weeks in Aichi-Nagoya.

Yemen’s leader announces military operation to retake Houthi-held territory

Rashad al-Alimi says the campaign aims to restore state authority throughout Yemen.

Russia hits Kyiv bridge as Germany’s Merz visits Ukraine’s capital

German chancellor visits Kyiv amid air raid sirens, pledging strong support as Russian strikes disrupt the capital.

Brazil votes in deeply polarised election pitting Lula against Bolsonaro

Close race expected as left-wing leader Lula seeks fourth nonconsecutive term against right-wing Flavio Bolsonaro.

Iran says Hormuz to remain closed until US meets conditions

Tehran says reopening Strait of Hormuz has been its main goal, while the US continues to focus on nuclear talks.

Ethiopian government forces seize Tigray capital Mekelle as TPLF withdraws

Federal troops and allied fighters seen in control of the city after capturing main regional airport.

Red Bull’s Verstappen wins rain-delayed Bahrain GP F1 race in Sepang

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes and Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton finish second and third.

Is the Sudanese army gaining momentum against the RSF?

The SAF claims victory in a vital North Kordofan town, weakening RSF’s access to fighters and supply routes.

Will Brazil’s Lula halt the right-wing wave sweeping Latin America?

Lula has remained a symbol for much of the global left amid the rise of the far right in Latin America.

Russia’s nuclear plants are ageing. Who will pay to dismantle them?

Moscow faces a huge decommissioning bill at home even as it expands its nuclear industry abroad.

Spain protests flare after housing bill rejected: Will it cause snap poll?

Measures pushed by Spain's leftist government fail to pass parliament as the protests spread.

Netanyahu’s fight to own the election narrative

What did Netanyahu know about October 7 before it happened?

Tributes as Bosnian football star Edin Dzeko retires

Bosnia and Herzegovina's legendary striker Edin Dzeko has bid farewell to international football after a final match.

Brazil elections live: Lula faces Bolsonaro in close presidential race

Voting to begin in Brazil as Lula seeks a historic fourth term, facing strong opposition from Flavio Bolsonaro.

Flydubai: What happens when a plane plunges 17,000 feet?

A flight instructor recreates the Flydubai jet’s near-vertical 17,000 foot dive in a simulator.

The story of a book in Gaza: A treasured possession given new lease of life

With libraries, schools and homes destroyed in Gaza, surviving books have become treasured possessions.

Photos: Community unites in Senegal’s Dakar to clean dilapidated school

Volunteers and students prepare safer, cleaner classrooms in advance of the academic year in Senegal's capital.

Bosnia votes in one of world’s most complicated general elections

Voters cast their ballots for a dizzying number of officials across multiple tiers of government.

Cornell president says university ‘must do better’ after rape allegations

Inside the ‘kill box’: The Yemenis who stayed behind in Houthi-held Mocha

Yemenis trapped in the Red Sea port city speak of deteriorating conditions there.

Sabalenka, Rybakina handed shock defeats at China Open tennis

The Belarusian’s exit follows top seed Rybakina losing to unseeded Charaeva in her first match as world number one.

Gaza’s Christians mourn mother and daughter killed in Israeli attack

Maysa Abu Daoud and her daughter Mary al-Najjar among five Palestinians killed in Gaza City attack.

Saudi-led coalition dismisses ‘misleading’ Houthi claim of Riyadh attack

The Saudi-led coalition spokesman says the Yemeni armed group is 'attempting to divert attention' from its losses.

Fury to invite US President Trump to lead ring walk before Joshua fight

Tyson Fury is keen for his 'old pal' to join his procession to the ring for the fight on December 11 in Cardiff.

Yamal scores stunning goal in Spain’s 3-1 Nations League win over Czechia

Lamine Yamal is the first player to score within the first 10 minutes of each of three consecutive men's football games.

West Indies beat India in record chase as Hope hits 162 in third ODI

Shai Hope's 162 leads the West Indies to a record cricket run chase as they beat India by five wickets in the third ODI.

Widespread damage after huge hailstones pound Paraguay capital

Large hailstones pounded parts of Paraguay’s capital, breaking windows and denting cars.

Somalia President: Houthis ‘not in a position’ to bring Yemen peace

Somalia’s president accuses the Houthis of destabilising the region and disrupting navigation through the Bab al-Mandeb

Bosnia general election 2026 explained in maps and charts

Bosnians head to the polls on October 4. Here’s a quick guide to the voting process, candidates and what's at stake.

Trump defiant about midterm chances as he rallies for Republicans in Ohio

US president tells a rally in Ohio that he believes there will be a 'big surprise' in the upcoming elections.

Saudi-backed Yemeni army says 700 Houthis killed in 24 hours

Yemen’s government forces claim to have killed hundreds of Houthi rebels as they attempt to retake lost territory.

Pick-up truck overturns trying to carry military chopper in Russia

An attempt by Russian stuntman Evgeny Chebotarev to carry an Mi-2 helicopter on a pickup truck went awfully wrong.

Houthis claim strike on Saudi energy facility as Yemen fighting intensifies

Smoke and fire seen near an Aramco site in Riyadh as Houthis allege precise missile and drone strikes.

Ballots reach remote Indigenous Brazilians ahead of presidential election

Ballot boxes reach remote Indigenous communities by boat as Brazil votes, with Amazon conservation a key issue.

Zimbabweans struggle to rebuild after fleeing xenophobia in South Africa

Returnees face economic hardship and limited support as they try to rebuild in Zimbabwe.

Ethiopian government troops seize Tigray’s capital Mekelle

Ethiopia’s government forces say they’ve seized Mekelle from Tigray fighters after a week of intense battles.

Cornell president vows transparency amid outrage over fraternity rape case

Michael Kotlikoff expresses deep sorrow over the case, calling it one of the most challenging periods for Cornell.

Serbian populist leader Vucic launches campaign for prime minister

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is seeking to extend his hold on power through a parliamentary vote.

Mamdani, Irish PM play bingo, ‘split the G’ in New York

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shared a video riding the subway with Irish PM Micheal Martin during UN week.

Brazil’s Lula and Bolsonaro close campaigns ahead of critical election

Latest polls suggest Lula's lead over Bolsonaro is narrowing, with neither candidate likely to win outright on Sunday.

Iran war live: Yemeni forces strike Sanaa as Trump warns Tehran of hard way

Fighting in Yemen displaces more civilians as Trump says a decision on Iran is coming.

Air ambulance missing on flight from Bermuda to Boston

The US coastguard says it has dispatched air and surface crews to search for the plane near Nantucket.

Pelosi-backed US candidate calls for ‘full arms embargo’ on Israel

Connie Chan, endorsed by Nancy Pelosi to succeed her in California, says she will vote to 'end a genocide in Gaza'.

Israeli settlers attack Palestinian farmers during olive harvest

Fernandes denies Portugal rift, hails Ronaldo after walk out

Bruno Fernandes says he has spoken to Cristiano Ronaldo and denies a rift within Portugal’s squad.

Trump ramps up pressure on US Republicans to end US clock switching

The US president published a lawmaker's cell phone number as he called for the passage of a bill making DST permanent.

Funeral held at Gaza church for mother and daughter killed in Gaza strike

Funeral prayers were held at Gaza City’s Saint Porphyrius Greek Orthodox Church for a Palestinian mother and daughter.

Remains of Bulgaria’s Czar Samuel return ‘home’ after 1,000 years

The emperor is a symbol of Bulgarian national identity whose repatriation stoked tensions with Greece.

Is the CJP changing India’s political landscape?

Youth-led movement demands resignation of chief election commissioner.

Al Jazeera speaks to Palestinian schoolboy from viral photograph

A photo went viral of a Palestinian boy hiding from Israeli forces on his way home from class in the occupied West Bank.

Fernandes hails Ronaldo and calls for Portugal unity ahead of Norway game

Cristiano Ronaldo withdrew from the Portugal squad, but Bruno Fernandes says forward remains team's 'greatest symbol'.

England trounce Croatia 7-0 in Nations League as Kane goal run continues

Harry Kane scores in sixth successive away game for England as Bukayo Saka also scores twice in Nations League thumping.

Portugal vs Norway: UEFA Nations League – Ronaldo latest, Haaland, teams

Nations League title holders Portugal hosts Erling Haaland's Norway, days after Cristiano Ronaldo's exit from the camp.

Algeria sent fighter jets to Niger to thwart ‘coup attempt’, president says

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says Algiers deployed warplanes to Niamey in late August following an attack by mutineers.

Tennessee prisons official resigns after Christa Pike’s failed US execution

The state's governor said Frank Strada would step down as an independent review examines what went wrong.

Israeli reporter’s ‘verbal attack’ ends Ireland football news conference

Israeli journalists asked coach Hallgrimsson about the Flydubai attack and alleged racist abuse by Ireland's players.

Somalia won’t accept Israeli presence ‘under any circumstances’: President

In exclusive Al Jazeera interview, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says Israel planning a naval base in Berbera.

Jerusalem Daily: UAE says Flydubai co-pilot attempted ‘terrorist’ attack

Israeli reporters’ ‘verbal attack’ cuts short Ireland press conference

What we know about the co-pilot accused in Flydubai attack

The co-pilot accused of attacking a Flydubai captain has reportedly been identified as Hamam al-Hammami.

‘Bordering on angry’: The state of play as US midterms enter final month

Democrats enter final stretch with surprisingly positive outlook as Republican money seeks to stem damage.

Tens of thousands protest in Spain after failed housing reforms

Latest demonstrations deepen a days-long crisis after parliament struck down two affordable housing decrees.

At least 17 people, mostly pilgrims, killed in Kenya road crash

The multi-vehicle crash occurred in the Salama area, 90km southeast of Nairobi, killing mostly Catholic pilgrims.

What to know about Brazil’s 2026 presidential election

Polls show tight race between incumbent Lula and right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro amid concerns over crime and economy.

Israel election double standard: Arab leader forced out, far right cleared

Palestinian Israeli leader forced to withdraw candidature while far-right Israeli leaders allowed to run in polls.

Britain’s military in Kenya: Allegations, immunity and a fight for justice

Kenyan survivors are challenging the UK military over decades of alleged abuses — and the immunity that has shielded it.

LIVE: Croatia vs England – UEFA Nations League

Follow the updates, with build-up, predictions, team news and full match coverage, from our live text commentary stream.

Ethiopian gov’t forces advance in Tigray as rebels retreat: What to know

Military, pro-government forces recapture airport in Tigray's capital as fighting also rages in Amhara and Afar regions.

French high school engulfed in flames as student protests continue

A French high school in Metz went up in flames as student protests over school conditions spread across the country.

Five killed as Kyiv and Moscow trade strikes, Russia hits second bridge

Russia has also attacked another key bridge in Kyiv, the second such strike in two days.

Defining consent and the psychology behind the ‘Cornell 7’ rape case

How a Cornell student went from blaming herself, to reporting an alleged fraternity rape.

South Africa’s Pretorius smashes Gayle’s T20 cricket record score

South African Lhuan-dre Pretorius hit 50 in 24 balls, needed 16 more to reach 100 and took another 18 to hit 150.

Israeli settlers attack farmers in West Bank pogrom, soldiers hit reporters

Israeli forces detain and assault journalists in Jabal Qamass area in Beita, south of Nablus.

World No 1 Sinner withdraws from Shanghai Masters as knee injury lingers

Italy's Jannik Sinner has not played since Wimbledon win in July, missing US Open and ongoing ATP 500 event in Beijing.

The double standards of a failed execution

Had Christa Pike faced the death penalty in the Middle East, there would be relentless outrage and condemnations.

Ethiopia’s government forces retake airport from Tigray rebels in Mekelle

The rebels have been seen leaving the capital of the northern Tigray region, according to local sources.

Palestinians gather for football amid Gaza’s ruins

Displaced Palestinians gathered to watch a friendly football match in Gaza’s Khan Younis.

How AI is helping Mexico detect breast cancer earlier

Mexico is turning to AI to speed up breast cancer detection as long waits and a shortage of specialists hamper screening

A Yemeni family spends a week on the road fleeing another Houthi offensive

Displaced Yemenis are fleeing again, as the Houthis capture the Red Sea coast.

Pakistan summons Indian diplomat over border killing of two Pakistanis

Foreign Ministry says it summoned India's ⁠charge d'affaires to lodge 'strong protest' over killing of two civilians.

What is FC Barcelona’s Negreira case, and what are the charges?

Real Madrid accuse Barcelona of paying former refereeing official Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira between 2001 and 2018.

Red Bull’s Verstappen grabs pole position for Bahrain GP in Malaysia

Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari will start second on the grid in Sepang, with Red Bull's ⁠Isack Hadjar third.

G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel, will it curb prices?

Global energy prices have been soaring due to the US and Israel's war on Iran and Russia's war on Ukraine.

Who is the mystery co-pilot behind the Flydubai attack?

Accused pilot Hamam al-Hammami reportedly barred from flying in Oman due to concerns over extremist views.

Yemen’s army claims over 1,500 Houthi casualties in past 24 hours

Government forces close a key crossing connecting Houthi-held al-Houban to government-held Taiz city.

Polls open in Latvia against backdrop of perceived Russia threat

Latvia is not expected to shift its pro-Europe and pro-Ukraine trajectory, but coalition negotiations could be complex.

Turkish court detains football refereeing chief pending corruption trial

Seven officials face an investigation over allegations of manipulation of the referee administration process.

India beat arch-rivals Pakistan to win Asian Games T20 cricket gold

India beat Pakistan by 19 runs in gold medal match at Asian Games as Hasan Nawaz's 96 in vein in reply to 211-6.

Floods sweep cars through streets after intense rain in Spain

Floodwaters swept cars through Madrigueras, Spain, after near-record rainfall. One woman was killed and 90 rescued.

Man City whistleblower Pinto to lose witness protection amid death threats

Pinto says he will go into hiding for an indefinite period following the Premier League's guilty verdict against City.

Bosnian Serb leader says Bosnia is ‘dead’ ahead of election

Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik says Bosnia and Herzegovina is ‘dead’ at a final campaign rally ahead of elections.

Israeli air attack on residential apartment in Gaza kills 5 Palestinians

An Israeli air attack on a residential apartment in Gaza City has killed at least five Palestinians.

To reclaim its sovereignty, Senegal must approach debt differently

The country must break the cycle of flawed structural adjustment that only feeds its debt crisis

Singer Zach Bryan wears Free Palestine shirt at Gillette Stadium

US singer Zach Bryan wore a ‘Free Palestine’ shirt while performing at Gillette Stadium, owned by Robert Kraft.

‘Trauma still there’: A decades-old standoff returns to Northern Ireland

Families who lived through one of the Troubles’ worst flashpoints fear its legacy is reaching another generation.

Flydubai co-pilot stabbed captain with crash axe in ‘terrorist’ attack: UAE

This is a breaking news story.

Gaza voters want jobs and security as Palestinian elections approach

Ahead of first Palestinian national elections in 20 years, people in Gaza hope to rebuild after Israeli destruction.

New claims that Netanyahu rejected Hamas offer to release captives

Reports are building that Israel rejected a Hamas offer to release all civilian hostages taken on October 7, 2023.

WHO warns of ‘devastating consequences’ due to delayed aid entry into Gaza

The WHO's representative in Palestine calls on Israeli authorities to 'release the pressure on medical supplies'.

Brazil’s Lula and Bolsonaro draw thousands as campaigns near end

Brazilian President Lula da Silva held his final campaign rally in Rio de Janeiro on Friday

10 injured after car crashes into rugby supporters in Australia

New South Wales police say the driver, an 18-year-old rugby league fan, has been arrested.

India’s Cockroach Party headlines day of anti-establishment protests

India’s Cockroach Janta Party launches protest after millions of voters were allegedly improperly removed from rolls.

Two Iranians charged over alleged plot targeting Jewish community in UK

Two Iranian men are accused of preparing to commit an act of terrorism in Manchester ahead of Yom Kippur.

G7 nations bow to US pressure and avoid crippling diesel ban

Crude oil prices eased after G7 leaders bowed to US President Donald Trump’s demand to release oil and diesel reserves.

Dominican Republic bans Haiti from its stadiums after football fans clash

Fans forced their way through entrances, damaging a gate at the teams' CONCACAF Nations League match in Santo Domingo.

Israeli air attack on Gaza City apartment kills at least five

No warning was given before the deadly Israeli attack hit Remal, one of Gaza City's most crowded neighbourhoods.

India vs Pakistan live: Asian Games cricket final

Our live updates on team news, weather forecast, prediction, toss, score and text commentary from the gold-medal match.

Schools ablaze as student protests spread across France

Students have set fire to schools and clashed with police as protests spread across France

US and Australia suspend diplomatic operations in Brazil before election

Security threats prompt US and Australia to suspend diplomatic operations in Brazil before pivotal election day.

Iran war live: Fighting intensifies in Yemen, hundreds killed or injured

Fighting intensifies across Yemen as the army says 474 attacks in 24 hours killed or wounded 1,540 Houthi fighters.

North Korea fires ballistic missile towards the sea, South Korea says

A ballistic missile is fired from the North Korean port city of Wonsan, South Korea's military says.

Dutch royal house helped slave trade to survive, study finds

In-depth study also says the royal house made huge profits from Dutch colonial policies in past centuries.

Flydubai pilot recounts cockpit stabbing in call with Indian PM Modi

Smit Machchhar recalls midair disaster after co-pilot's attack on Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv.

Why Carney’s economic overhaul is clashing with Canada’s unions

Unions say proposed changes to Canada's labour laws could weaken workers’ right to strike.

Croatia vs England: UEFA Nations League – Kane, Modric, teams, form

Heavyweights England play away to Croatia, with captain Harry Kane going up against veteran Luka Modric.

Police bodycam shows Luigi Mangione arrest at Pennsylvania McDonald’s

Newly released bodycam footage shows police arresting and searching Luigi Mangione at a McDonald’s in Altoona in 2024.

Israel could’ve ended Gaza war, freed captives sooner: Israel ex-negotiator

Retired General Nitzan Alon says more captives could have returned alive and a deal was possible 'maybe a year earlier'.

France held 1-1 by Italy in Zidane home debut after Olise stunner

Italy's Alessandro Bastoni cancels out Michael Olise's opener for France in 1-1 UEFA Nations League draw in Paris.

Bosnia’s elections explained

Bosnia and Herzegovina votes on October 4 in an election that may determine whether it breaks its political deadlock.

Israeli general: Gaza captives could have been freed a year earlier

Israeli Gen. Nitzan Alon told a Washington Institute forum that all Gaza captives could've been freed a year earlier.

Christa Pike unconscious, on ventilator after botched execution: Lawyers

The Tennessee woman's legal team says doctors are working to clear doses of the drug pentobarbital from her system.

FlyDubai pilot hailed as ‘national hero’ as he describes attack

Latin America sees China as more positive global influence than US: Poll

Annual Latinobarometro survey finds views of China’s influence improving as perceptions of US influence worsen.

Iraq grants Iranian airlines 40 daily Najaf flights after US exemption

Mahan Air is excluded from the agreement as Baghdad says Washington granted its request for a waiver.

California leads lawsuit against Trump fuel efficiency standards rollback

Lawsuit alleges NHTSA contravenes its congressional mandate to set fuel-economy standards at 'maximum feasible' .

Could conflict in Ethiopia expand across the region?

Addis Ababa accuses Egypt, Eritrea and Sudan of backing armed groups.

Arab party leader withdraws from Israeli elections

Palestinian politician Sami Abu Shehadeh withdrew from Israel’s upcoming election.

Trump says Europe agreed to release ‘massive amount’ of diesel reserves

US President Donald Trump says Europe agreed to release a ‘massive amount’ of diesel from emergency stockpiles.

Sudan’s army says it captured RSF stronghold in North Kordofan

Sudanese Armed Forces reportedly retake al-Mazroub, advancing the army's goal of cutting the RSF’s supply lines.

Israeli barrier cuts off water to West Bank Palestinians before elections

Residents of Ras al-Ahmar say Israeli restrictions have cut access to water, animal feed, healthcare.

Israel’s Supreme Court overturns election panel ban on Arab parties

Court reinstates two Arab lists and Jewish Knesset member Ofer Cassif as Balad leader withdraws after pressure.

‘I want the truth’: NY governor appoints prosecutor in Cornell rape case

New York Governor Kathy Hochul says local authorities failed to properly investigate the 2024 allegations.

Jerusalem Daily: Who gets to run in Israel’s elections?

Palestinians in Israel are asking whether they will have a fair say in the upcoming Israeli elections.

How the Banco Master scandal injected chaos into Brazil’s presidential race

Figures across Brazil's political spectrum have been linked to the scandal in the midst of a key election.

Taiwan Coast Guard confronts Chinese fishing boats in Dongsha waters

Taiwan’s Coast Guard used a water cannon to drive two Chinese fishing boats away from waters near the Dongsha Islands.

US job growth slows as unemployment rises before midterm elections

The US economy added 29,000 jobs in September, with unemployment rising to 4.2 percent, according to Labor Department.

Three in four households go hungry in parts of Yemen amid fighting: UN

World Food Programme warns of 'devastating' impact as conflict displaces thousands and cuts off food supplies.

Trump to name intelligence chief Clayton as AI tsar: Reports

The possible selection comes amid increasing calls for the government to intervene in the rapidly developing technology.

Does the punishment fit the crime? Controversy erupts around ‘Cornell 7’

US university Cornell’s handling of sexual assault allegations is under scrutiny.

LIVE: France vs Italy – UEFA Nations League

Follow the updates, with build-up, predictions, team news and full match coverage, from our live text commentary stream.

Spain’s parliament rejects gov’t housing decrees amid mass protests

Both decrees to tackle housing affordability crisis shot down as critics say measures would tighten the housing market.

Trump claims Europe agreed to release ‘massive amount’ diesel stockpile

This is a breaking news story.

Ethiopia, Eritrea break ties: Does the conflict risk becoming regional war?

Analysts warn unrest is likely to spill into neighbouring states and could further destabilise war-torn Sudan.

Can India’s ‘cockroach’ movement oust Modi’s election chief?

India's youth protests return to streets, eyeing PM Modi's prized bureaucrat who oversees the world's biggest elections.

Man City lodge appeal after guilty finding in financial breach scandal

The Abu Dhabi-controlled club has protested its innocence throughout the long-running case, which dates back to 2018.

Trump vs Europe as US presses for release of emergency diesel stocks

Europe's leaders are mulling proposals to respond to Trump's diesel demands.

Wolf encounter: A photographer on what humans have lost

How a brush with the wild can expose what modern life no longer asks of us.

Protests shutter hundreds of French schools as violence flares

Education minister declares students 'in danger' as hundreds of injuries reported across the country.

Ebola death toll surpasses 4,000 as DR Congo struggles to suppress outbreak

Burning of a Ebola-hit transit camp sends 19,000 fleeing, illustrating the difficulties of controlling epidemic.

Sea off Thai island turns green

The water off Thailand's Ko Lan island has turned a vibrant shade of green thanks to a plankton bloom.

Ukraine calls for tighter sanctions as Russian attacks spark Kyiv gridlock

Closure of bridges struck by drones in Ukrainian capital causes traffic chaos.

Moment mother bear slams into car to protect cub

This mother bear was not going to let a driver in Japan pass her cub without a warning.

12 minutes of madness: How Flydubai pilot, passengers saved plane midfall

As it plunged 17,000ft in under two minutes, a quick-thinking captain and passengers saved plane from crashing.

Ethiopian gov’t-aligned group claims close to full control of Tigray region

Claim comes as violence flares across northern Ethiopia, deteriorating diplomatic, humanitarian situations.

Tunisia softens its ‘false news’ penalty. What really changed, and why now?

Fines replace jail terms for first-time 'false news' offences under a decree rights groups say is still repressive.

What’s behind France’s school protests?

Many French schools are still closed as protests over learning conditions continue across the country.

Washington’s diplomacy in Sudan has backfired

Pressure meant to isolate Sudan’s army has instead left Washington isolated and a ceasefire further out of reach.

Just one in 10 Germans thinks Merz is up to the job after election wipeout

Chancellor Friedrich Merz hits a record low approval rating after his party suffered defeats in three state elections.

FlyDubai pilot describes opening cockpit door during attack

The Indian pilot who was stabbed by his co-pilot on a Flydubai flight to Israel describes the attack.

‘Containerabad’: Pakistan’s capital and truckers bleed money amid lockdown

As Islamabad prepares for another opposition march, drivers and businesses are counting the cost of the barricades.

India vs Pakistan cricket: Asian Games gold medal final – all to know

For the first time this year, archrivals India and Pakistan meet in a final, as they face off at the Asian Games.

Explosions reported near military airport in Syria’s Idlib province

Two explosions have occurred near Taftanaz military airport in Syria’s Idlib province, sending smoke into the sky.

Indian authorities clamp down as ‘cockroach’ movement launches new protests

Demonstrators gather in Mumbai and New Delhi to demand the resignation of Election Commission chief.

Protests disrupt Ireland football match with ‘Palestine tennis balls’

Protesters interrupted Ireland’s match against Austria with tennis balls and Palestine flags.

How can Jordan respond to Israel’s escalation across the West Bank?

Settlement expansion, displacement and growing Israeli control would have direct consequences for Jordan.

New aircraft carrier, 10,000 US troops: Is the Iran war about to escalate?

By the end of November, three US aircraft carriers and two amphibious landing groups will be positioned near Iran.

NBA closes sole Africa training academy in blow to young players

NBA says its focus is on new global academy opening in Abu Dhabi as Africa, Mexico and Australia hit by closures.

Arab party leader forced to withdraw from Israeli elections

Palestinian participation in upcoming Knesset vote continues to shrink with withdrawal of Sami Abu Shehadeh.

Manchester City to launch appeal as financial breach fallout grows

Friday deadline looms as the legal fallout widens beyond the Premier League case over the alleged breaches.

Israeli court ruling a ‘new threshold’ in Palestinian suppression

Israel’s top court told Palestinian politician Sami Abu Shehadeh to withdraw from the election or face disqualification.

UK arrests British-Iranian suspect over RAF ‘plot’: What we know

Police investigate 'possible foreign state involvement' as sixth man arrested over RAF Fairford incident.

US delivers F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan as island eyes threat from China

Amid threats from China, Taipai is growing concerned about the Trump administration's commitment to arming the island.

‘They are crying’: Refugees in Malaysia in fear amid Myanmar deportation

Shrinking resources for refugee support groups in Malaysia collide with increasing hostility towards the Rohingya.

Russia tries to freeze Ukraine as it suffers record casualties and retreats

Moscow has suffered further losses of occupied territory, but is using new drones to beat Ukraine's defences.

Indian police detain politicians at protests over election chief

Police in New Delhi have detained opposition politicians and demonstrators during protests.

Lawyers for US inmate who survived lethal injections demand release

Christa Pike is in critical condition after two failed attempts to execute her by lethal injection, her lawyer says.

How the fighting in Ethiopia spread beyond Tigray, in maps and charts

Old rivalries, territorial disputes and new alliances are reshaping the conflict in Ethiopia’s north.

Miami judge rules federal noncitizen voting law violates US Constitution

Judge Leibowitz's decision underscores state jurisdiction over voter qualifications.

Greece pushes EU to suspend asylum during mass migration surges

EU migration pact improvements face criticism for insufficient tools to manage large-scale migration emergencies.

Election debate cancelled in Brazil, bomb scare outside Supreme Court

Brazilian president and opposition candidate snub the final debate ahead of the presidential election.

Asian Games 2026: Taiwan’s gender-row boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold medal

Lin bags her second Asian Games gold medal, three years on from her success in Hangzhou in the 57kg class.

How Switzerland lost 20 percent of its ice in five years

Swiss glaciers have lost more than 5 percent of their ice, threatening the country’s alpine economy.

Nepal avalanche kills at least 15 expedition workers

Rescuers recovered eight more bodies on Thursday from the area of an avalanche that swept through a mountain camp.

Student protests in Chile turn to violent clashes with police

Riot police in Chile’s capital deployed tear gas and water cannons to disperse hundreds of students.

Arab-Israeli party leader drops election bid

Balad party leader Sami Abu Shehadeh has withdrawn from the October 27 Knesset election.

Eritrea severs diplomatic ties with Ethiopia in row over Tigray

Eritrea has severed diplomatic ties with Ethiopia after Addis Ababa closed its embassy in Asmara

Iran urges Iraq to lift flight ban amid US sanctions

Iran calls on Iraq to remove flight curbs after US sanctions, in a move that has strained bilateral ties.

FAO official says he lost his job for criticising Israeli policies in Gaza

The FAO official said he was told his contract would not be renewed over an alleged breach of impartiality on Gaza.

Indian artist takes ‘deleted voter’ song to Cockroach protest

An Indian artist tells Al Jazeera the Modi government changed his voting status. Now he’ll join 'Cockroach' protests.

US to send third aircraft carrier towards Iran: US official to Al Jazeera

Massive US military deployment to the Middle East includes 50,000 troops, F-35s and Marines to pressure Tehran.

Row between Ukraine, South Korea mounts over North Korean POWs

South Korea’s ⁠President accused Ukraine of ⁠undermining him by disclosing POW transfer deal

Everything you need to know about Brazil’s tight presidential race

Voters will soon decide between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.

The price Europe pays for keeping AI under control

The European Union (EU) has introduced some of the world's strictest Artificial Intelligence (AI) laws.

Pot banging protests across Spain over housing crisis

Hundreds of protesters across Spain took part in pot banging demonstrations to demand political action over housing

Trump launches midterms campaign blitz amidst record low approval ratings

In a series of campaign-style rallies, Trump seeks to boost Republican odds amid Iran war and rising fuel costs.

Trump says US may ask Europe to release diesel reserves

Skyrocketing diesel prices have pushed Washington to weigh an export ban, raising alarm across European economies.

UK-Mauritius Chagos sovereignty deal stalls amid fears of further delays

Renewed talks over the stalled agreement have revived hope of resettlement, but ageing Chagossians fear time is running.

Iran war live: US moves 2,000 Marines to Middle East, tanker hit in Hormuz

US deploys Roosevelt strike group and 2,000 Marines to the Middle East as part of a wider buildup around Iran.

Israeli drone kills Palestinian in Gaza, settlers kill another in West Bank

1,439 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza and 5,052 injured since the 'ceasefire' began in October 2025.

Brazilian government calls for probe into US funding of far-right causes

Report stating that Trump administration directed funds towards right-wing groups comes ahead of presidential election.

94-year-old Jewish barrister arrested for supporting Palestine Action

A 94-year-old Jewish activist was detained at a pro-Palestine rally in the UK for supporting Palestine Action.

France vs Italy: UEFA Nations League – Zidane, Olise, Esposito, teams, form

France face neighbours Italy in new coach Zinedine Zidane's first home game, with Mbappe out injured.

India vs Pakistan scheduled for October 10, 2027 at Cricket World Cup

The rivals have been grouped together again, along with holders Australia, as ICC announces schedule for the tournament.

Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight confirmed, but is the bout too late?

As Fury and Joshua confirm long-awaited boxing fight, Al Jazeera explains the delays and exchanges between the sides.

Flydubai co-pilot ‘assaulted’ captain before landing: Initial Saudi probe

Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry says pilots were returned to the UAE with an Emirati security team.

Russia’s Putin rules out ceasefire with Ukraine during speech in Moscow

Putin warned the West he would deploy nuclear weapons if necessary to defend the Russian Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad.

Joy for Germany and Klopp as Ronaldo-less Portugal win in Denmark

Jurgen Klopp secures first win as Germany manager, while Cristiano Ronaldo's absence not felt by Portugal in Austria.

Protesters halt game as calls grow on Ireland to boycott second Israel game

Republic of Ireland's game halted by tennis balls thrown and invader with Palestine flags amid Israel boycott demand.

Most Americans say US-Israel war on Iran not worth fighting: Poll

Nearly 70 percent of Americans say the US-Israeli war is not worth fighting, marking a significant spike since July.

Funeral held for Palestinian man killed in the occupied West Bank

The filmmaker taking on Kenya’s colonised tea plantations

ICC ends contract with French insurer amid US sanctions threat

ICC and Axa terminate agreement amid mounting US criticism and looming financial restrictions on the court, FT reports.

Eritrea severs diplomatic ties with Ethiopia in tit-for-tat move

Ethiopia says it will shut its embassy in Asmara, declares 10 Eritrean diplomats persona non grata.

UK Parliament told answers on tax implications are needed in Manchester City ruling

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has been contacted in the United Kingdom about Man City's financial breaches.

Syria denies officials held ‘secret’ talks with Hezbollah in Turkiye

Six sources from Syria, the US and Lebanon told Reuters news agency the reported meeting aimed to calm tensions.

Who is Capt. Smit, Machchhar, the pilot of the Flydubai flight?

Captain Smit Machchhar from India is recovering from stab wounds he suffered in a Flydubai flight altercation.

Cornell rape allegations renew push to change New York sexual assault law

New York law treats intoxicated victims differently depending on whether they willingly consumed alcohol or drugs.

What’s driving Israeli settler violence in the occupied West Bank?

Attacks on Palestinians in the area are growing at unprecedented levels.

After Red Sea losses, Yemen’s government forces hold the line

Air strikes and difficult terrain have prevented the Houthis from turning coastal gains into a wider breakthrough.

Saudi-led coalition says power station attacked in Medina, blames Houthis

At the same time in Yemen, the Saudi-backed government army says it is inflicting heavy losses on the Houthis in Taiz.

Canada to fast track oil pipeline meant to diversify economy away from US

Carney declared the pipeline a project of national interest, smoothening its way to a single federal regulatory review.

School protests spread as fires, blockades deepen unrest in France

Police have detained hundreds as students protest overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and crumbling facilities.

Palestinian children in Israeli military detention

US Supreme Court agrees to take up Trump’s ICE detention policy

The case is the latest dispute over US President Donald Trump’s sweeping immigration crackdown.

Renee Good’s family sues Trump administration over fatal ICE shooting

Lawsuits accuse Trump officials of recklessness and civil rights violations in Renee Good's fatal Minneapolis shooting .

Despite praise and White House visits, Trump avoids endorsing Netanyahu

In a Time interview, Trump avoids directly endorsing Netanyahu but defends him over reported October 7 warnings.

Death penalty bill for forest arsonists clears Algeria lower house

Human rights organisations accused Algiers of using the law to target political opposition groups.

How AI is reshaping everyday life in China

Israel’s Supreme Court advises Arab party leader to drop election bid

Central Elections Committee voted last week to bar both main Arab lists and two candidates from parliamentary election.

British police arrest UK-Iranian national over airbase incident

Counter-terrorism police also questioned a UK national, days after five others were arrested and released on bail.

Photos: Palestinians mourn more than 100 loved ones in mass Gaza funeral

The remains of 105 people were buried in the Sheikh Radwan cemetery, northwest of Gaza City.

Chinese hackers impersonated AI experts to target US policy minds

TA419 hackers used deceptive tactics to impersonate real figures, such as a former White House AI official.

Jerusalem Daily: Netanyahu calls flight incident another 9/11

Israeli officials claimed the Flydubai incident as a "terror attack", despite the airline’s ongoing investigation.

Who is Man City whistleblower Rui Pinto and what has become of him?

A look into the Portuguese whistleblower who played a key role in the Premier League's probe into City's inquiry.

Flydubai attack gives Netanyahu new security message ahead of Israel vote

Motive behind Flydubai incident still unclear, but Israeli PM is framing it within his warnings of threats to Israelis.

LIVE: Denmark vs Portugal – UEFA Nations League; Ronaldo latest

Follow our build-up, predictions, team news, Ronaldo latest, line-ups, score and live text commentary stream.

Moroccan intelligence uses surveillance to ‘silence’ journalists: Amnesty

Probe finds spyware, hidden microphones and infected phones used to surveil journalists, activists, rights defenders.

Flydubai stabbing: How safe are planes if a pilot turns violent?

Civil aviation changed after 9/11 to keep attackers outside cockpits. The Flydubai scare flips the dilemma.

Western militaries are undermining Ukraine’s defence, experts say

A combination of rigid Western military attitudes and Kyiv's regulatory paralysis leaves fewer weapons at the front.

Sunday in Japan: A Ugandan asylum seeker turns to filmmaking

Facing deportation from Japan, a Ugandan filmmaker makes a samurai film inspired by his own life.

HIV prevention drug hailed as breakthrough, but who gets access?

Lenacapavir, a twice-a-year injection could transform HIV prevention, but it will not be available to all.

UK PM Burnham says Iran likely behind RAF base incident: Is there evidence?

UK, US and Israeli officials point to Iranian involvement but remain tight-lipped on details.

Blasts heard in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia conflict widens in the north

Thousands flee Mekelle amid advancing troops and disrupted services as tensions rise in Ethiopia's northern territories.

Russian drone hits school in Ukraine’s Kyiv as Moscow presses air assault

Russian drone strikes hit a school in Kyiv and the main bridge, disrupting transport in the latest wave of attacks.

Activists protest Indian police raid over kite-flying event for Palestine

Pro-Palestinian activists protested in Mumbai after police raided the home of a volunteer who took part in Gaza event.

Botswana at 60 challenges the story of postcolonial African failure

Botswana showed that resource wealth need not condemn a country to corruption and underdevelopment.

Nigeria charges man accused of faking government agency

What if you could invent a government agency and get the government to fund it?

Zimbabwe businessman Wicknell Chivayo killed in helicopter crash

The high-profile businessman known for his political connections was one of six people killed in the crash.

Funeral held for DR Congo politician killed after defending Ebola response

A funeral has been held for the politician who was killed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

How was the Flydubai pilot who attacked his co-pilot cleared to fly?

The Flydubai scare has raised several questions for Israel and the civil aviation industry.

UAE investigates possible ‘terrorist’ link in attack on flight to Israel

Investigators will probe whether incident was linked to any 'terrorist activity or intent', UAE state media reports.

Carlos Queiroz quits as Ghana coach after AFCON qualifying defeats

The Portuguese oversaw two defeats in the qualifying round for AFCON 2027 since taking the job again on September 2.

Jewish human rights barrister, 94, arrested for supporting Palestine Action

Margaret Owen OBE, a celebrated human rights lawyer and friend of Ed Miliband’s late mother, talks to Al Jazeera.

Minaret of Indian mosque collapses during controversial demolition

Video shows the moment the minaret of India’s 600-year-old Ujjain mosque collapsed during demolition work.

Afghanistan says Pakistani airstrikes killed women and children

Afghan officials say at least nine women and children were killed and 11 people wounded by Pakistani air attacks.

Alex Eala loses Asian Games semifinal to China’s Wang Xiyu

World number 18 Eala was beaten 3-6, 6-3, 6-2 by 85th-ranked Xiyu, who will face compatriot Zhang Shuai in the final.

Christa Pike execution fails: What next when a lethal injection is botched?

Only woman on Tennessee 'death row' is in hospital after two injections failed to kill her.

How will investigation into Flydubai flight attack unfold?

Investigators are examining what happened inside the cockpit of Flydubai flight FZ1073 to Israel.

Iraq’s Kurdish forces look to a new era after US withdrawal

Peshmerga unification seeks stability, overcoming party disputes to build a national force in Iraq's Kurdish landscape.

Turkish fans show support for Palestine at friendly fixture

Turkish football fans displayed pro-Palestinian tifos and banners.

Can Europe still compete with the US and China?

Europe faces growing pressure from the US and China as it struggles to stay competitive.

India to face Pakistan in Asian Games men’s cricket final

India defeated Sri Lanka by 124 runs in the semis to book their spot with Pakistan for a first-ever Asian Games clash.

Portugal coach responds after Ronaldo leaves camp

Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said he stands by his decision not to play Cristiano Ronaldo after he left the team camp.

Why did Ronaldo leave Portugal’s training camp, and will he play again?

Cristiano Ronaldo left after Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus held a news conference. Al Jazeera explains what happened.

Photos: Kashmir’s Dal Lake faces environmental and climate challenges

Dal Lake’s fragile ecosystem is deteriorating amid pollution, unregulated construction and climate change in Kashmir.

The battle for Kordofan: The corridor linking Sudan’s east and west

Kordofan, between Darfur and central Sudan, has seen one in five recorded attacks in Sudan's war since April 2023.

Will Democrats move beyond rhetoric on Israel’s illegal settlements?

A new E1 sanctions bill could test whether US objections are finally backed by consequences.

OpenAI ‘reviewing’ report of failed hacking attempt against Canada’s gov’t

AI giant says it is reviewing report of attempted cyberattack on Canada's national archives agency.

Palestinians to bury remains of 105 people killed in Israeli attack on Gaza

Coffins containing the remains of those killed will be carried in a funeral procession involving family members.

India vs Pakistan live: Asian Games hockey semifinal

Follow our build-up to the match in Japan, field hockey rivalry history, score, photos and live text commentary.

Modi’s India takes on Trump more openly, from ‘terrorism’ to tariffs

After months of wait-and-watch, India is calling out differences with Trump head on as domestic pressure mounts.

Mourners bury DR Congo official killed after defending Ebola response

Marie-Celestin Karondwa died of his injuries after being beaten at his home in Butembo, an Ebola hotspot, on Sunday.

Gaza prepares to bury 105 Palestinians killed in October 2023

The bodies of 105 Palestinians have been recovered from the rubble of a residential block destroyed by Israel.

‘Catastrophic year’ as Swiss glaciers lose 5% of ice after heatwaves

Scientists are warning that Switzerland's glaciers have lost an ‘enormous’ amount of ice this year.

Execution of US woman Christa Pike fails after botched lethal injection

The high-profile execution of murderer Christa Pike is in disarray after two lethal injections failed to kill her.

Pakistan says 22 fighters killed in air attacks on Afghanistan hideouts

Kabul says the strikes on Kunar and Helmand provinces killed nine women and children.

South Korea’s exports hit record high on AI boom

Exports jump 83.5 percent to top $120bn for the first time amid ferocious semiconductor demand.

AFCON 2027: East Africa races to get tournament-ready

Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania have less than nine months to prepare for AFCON 2027.

US Supreme Court clears way for Christa Pike’s execution in Tennessee

Top court's decision overturns last-minute stay that stalled Tennessee's first execution of a woman in 200 years.

Hegseth announces 20% cut to US military commanders

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says he’s firing 20% of the military’s generals and admirals.

UK says Iran may be linked to alleged airbase plot, drawing angry denial

Andy Burnham says UK has 'strong indications' Iran involved in alleged security incident at RAF base used by US.

Iraq celebrates Sovereignty Day as US troops complete withdrawal

Night time celebrations filled the air as Iraqis observed the start of a four-day holiday.

Passengers tell of ‘nightmare’ onboard diverted Flydubai flight

Israeli passengers tell of the horror onboard the Flydubai flight that was diverted after a pilot was stabbed.

Iran parades Shahed drones through capital

Crowds cheered and waved national flags as two Shahed drones were paraded through Tehran.

Iran war live: Trump hints US could strike Iran, warns time coming

Trump says the US may “blow up” Iran or strike a deal, insisting the standoff will end very soon one way or the other.

Trump amazed that an ‘Israeli plumber’ helped land Flydubai flight

An amazed US President Donald Trump relayed the story of how an ‘Israeli plumber’ helped land a Flydubai flight.

Pennsylvania confirms fifth measles-associated death as US outbreak grows

Cases have more than doubled since August as a dispute with federal health officials over the death count continues.

US judge approves settlement allowing Paramount to acquire Warner Bros

Mammoth deal has raised questions about corporate consolidation and editorial independence in media.

US Senate rejects bill targeting AI data centre electricity costs

Democrats criticise bill as lacking 'teeth' and push for mandatory measures to address soaring electricity bills.

Hong Kong journalist arrested on sedition charge

Authorities detain media founder over Prince Edward station clash video, as press freedom groups voice concern.

Russian drone crashes into Kyiv playground without exploding

A Russian attack drone crashed into a children’s playground in Kyiv, Ukraine without exploding.

It’s the ‘closest thing to an HIV vaccine’, but who gets access?

A twice-yearly injection could revolutionise HIV prevention, but who gets access raises bigger questions.

Trump administration files complaint against judges over media comments

Seven Minnesota judges face ethics complaint after speaking publicly about US president's immigration crackdown.

Flydubai passengers arrive in Tel Aviv after pilot stabbing

A replacement Flydubai aircraft has landed in Israel, carrying passengers from the flight on which a pilot was stabbed.

Gas pipeline explodes in Syria, knocks three power plants offline

Powe rationing hours are to increase as a result of the blast.

Israeli attacks across Gaza kill at least eight

Israeli attacks on residential areas across Gaza killed at least eight civilians and wounded others on Wednesday

US judge rules Wisconsin mosque leader Salah Sarsour can be deported

Sarsour’s lawyers say the decision threatens free speech protections and plan to fight the ruling.

Netanyahu praises stabbed Indian pilot for saving lives on Flydubai flight

The Israeli prime minister thanks 'true hero' Captain Smit Machchhar for 'extraordinary bravery'.

US regulator launches probe into AI companies

FTC investigates AI firms amid concerns over rogue agents and potential threats to humanity within the next decade.

How does Trump’s White House AI accord work?

Trump announces voluntary pact on AI, urging companies to self-police amid growing calls for strict safety regulations.

Displaced by war, young Sudanese turn to entrepeneurship to survive

Displaced by war and shut out of formal jobs, young Sudanese are turning to art, small businesses, and entrepeneurship.

French court sentences 13 men over deadliest small-boat crossing to UK

Six people smugglers are found guilty of involuntary homicide after 31 migrants died in the English Channel in 2021.

Flydubai FZ1073 timeline: How the Israel-bound flight emergency unfolded

Flydubai flight diverts to Saudi Arabia after cockpit emergency, as Netanyahu alleges a crash attempt.

Saudi Arabia not to compromise on security as Houthis choose ‘chaos’: MBS

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says the kingdom 'will not hesitate to respond firmly to any threat'.

Norway launches probe into 11 senior officials over US Epstein files links

Norway investigates over $13m in state grants linked to Epstein and top ministers.

US FCC head says controversial Trump ads do not raise concerns

Series of publicly-funded television spots have been criticised by Republicans and Democrats as self-promotion by Trump.

US Fed watchdog finds no criminal wrongdoing in Powell-era renovation costs

The renovation costs became a focus of Trump’s pressure campaign against former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

Russia warns NATO of possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off

Moscow claims that NATO is preparing an air and naval blockade in the Baltic Sea.

A political dynasty? Why the Bolsonaro family dominates Brazil’s right wing

For a third election in a row, a Bolsonaro family member is the leading right-wing contender for Brazil's presidency.

Cristiano Ronaldo misses Portugal training as coach Jorge Jesus denies rift

Ronaldo did not play in Portugal’s 2-1 win over Norway ‌on Sunday and is now in doubt for the game against Denmark.

Video: Bangladesh Dengue deaths surpass 233 in deadly outbreak

Bangladesh’s health authorities report that at least 233 people have died from dengue fever.

Strong indications’ Iran linked to suspected UK airbase plot

UK Prime Minister says there are ‘strong indications’ Iran played a part in the suspected RAF Fairford airbase plot.

Trump set to announce $200bn in energy investments from South Korea

The investments come as Trump seeks to tout the Republican Party's economic record ahead of the US midterm races.

Why is Malaysia sending back Rohingya refugees to Myanmar?

Kuala Lumpur calls it a voluntary process, but many are raising safety concerns.

Syria removed from US arms export ban list

US has gradually loosened restrictions placed on Syria during the Assad era to aid country's recovery from conflict.

Netanyahu meets Flydubai passenger who subdued pilot in stabbing attack

Benjamin Netanyahu has met Yaniv Hayun, the Flydubai passenger that helped restrain a pilot who stabbed a colleague.

The Burnham bounce: Is Labour gaining ground against Farage’s Reform?

British opinion polls suggest the Labour Party steadily gaining favour as Reform UK dips.

Hundreds of Israelis storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound

Israeli raids at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound have intensified during the Jewish holiday season.

MI5 warns UK academics to cut ties with Chinese group over alleged spying

UK intelligence agency accuses Chinese institute of funding academic research to boost Beijing’s espionage capability.

US appeals court halts Tennessee execution of Christa Pike

Christa Pike was set to become the first woman executed by Tennessee in more than 200 years.

Swiss Football Association withdraws support for FIFA boss Gianni Infantino

Executive committee reverses its support ‌for the ​Swiss football administrator after endorsing his candidacy in June.

Jerusalem Daily: Flight carrying Israelis diverted after stabbing

A Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv was diverted after a stabbing, with Israeli officials calling it 'an act of terror'.

Pentagon says US troop withdrawal from Iraq is complete

The withdrawal ends two decades of foreign intervention in Iraq as part of 'global war on terror' and anti-ISIL fight.

Romania’s political crisis intensifies as Parliament rejects pro-EU PM

Siegfried Muresan's loss of the confidence motion increases the prospect for snap elections.

What happened on diverted Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv?

Israel's prime minister said one of the pilots stabbed the other and then tried to crash the plane.

Photos: Kashmir’s 600-year-old Wazwan wedding feast adapts to modern life

Wazwan, a multicourse mutton feast, reflects Kashmiri cultural roots with recipes dating back to the 14th century.

Garvaghy Road standoff brings Northern Ireland’s old wounds back to surface

Residents block an Orange Order parade in a standoff that has revived tensions, legal disputes and political conflict.

China extends 52-year unbeaten record as Asian Games organisers apologise

Chinese divers were unstoppable as the country's sizeable overall tally of gold medals swelled to 150.

Is Spain’s anti-eviction decree a fix for its housing crisis?

The government blames 'savage speculation' as critics say new measures leave small landlords 'out in the cold'.

Why is Hegseth cutting 20 percent of US general and admiral positions?

The overhaul could reshape the US military as Hegseth faces scrutiny over senior officers’ removal.

Pep Guardiola backs Man City after guilty verdict on financial charges

The Spanish coach won 20 trophies during a glittering 10 years as City manager before departing in May.

Palestinian archaeologists race against time to save Gaza’s heritage

A Palestinian team rescued Gaza's artefacts. The question now is where to store them.

Why Israel is interfering in Palestinian education

The occupation authorities are trying to censor Palestinian school curricula because they teach national consciousness.

Christa Pike seeks firing squad, not lethal injection: Inside US executions

Women make up about 1 percent of US executions. How do states put people to death, and why is it contested?

Israeli attacks on Gaza kill seven as ‘ceasefire’ violations continue

At least six people killed in drone attack on passenger van and one person killed in strike on residential apartment.

Settlers closing in on Ramallah

Israeli settlers are encroaching ever closer to Ramallah, the de facto capital of the occupied West Bank.

Denmark vs Portugal: UEFA Nations League – Ronaldo, Hojlund, teams, form

Reigning champions Portugal look to build on their winning start as they take on Denmark on match day three.

Rainwater washes away highway in Nigeria

Heavy rain over three days caused severe flooding along the Agbarho-Ughelli highway in Delta State, southern Nigeria.

Former journalist crowned king of Uganda’s Tooro kingdom

Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, a former journalist, has been crowned the king of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom.

How does Iraq’s security change after US forces withdraw?

Iraq marks US troop withdrawal with 'Sovereignty Days', symbolising a shift after decades of foreign military presence.

Iraq celebrates National Sovereignty Day as US troops withdraw

Iraq’s security forces held parades in Baghdad and Najaf to celebrate ‘Sovereignty Day’ as US troops withdraw.

‘Economic war’: Is Iran losing its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz?

Crude flows through Hormuz have recovered, but tanker insurance costs and geopolitical risks remain barriers to a return to normality.

Flydubai flight to Israel diverted after attack on pilot

Dramatic video shows the aftermath of an attack on a pilot on a Flydubai flight to the Israeli city of Tel Aviv.

Ireland vs Israel Nations League match will go ahead, coach confirms

The Football Association of Ireland says the team will fulfill the second fixture despite public opposition.

Russian attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv region kill four, target power grid

City officials say three killed in Ukraine's capital, as emergency services say child killed in the surrounding region.

N Korea and S Korea exchange threats over DMZ blast

A landmine explosion which injured three South Korean soldiers in the Korean Demilitarized Zone last week.

The October 7 warnings threatening Netanyahu’s Israeli election campaign

Netanyahu faces continued pressure over alleged warnings before the 2023 Hamas attack as October 27 elections draw near.

What’s behind French student protests that turned violent?

The school protests coincide with public sector strikes over planned budget cuts.

‘We no longer eat three meals’: Yemen’s displaced face daily fight for food

Yemen's latest fighting has redrawn front lines after more than a decade of war, deepening hunger and displacement.

What will happen to Man City after the Premier League’s guilty verdict?

Man City found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules. What happens next, and could they be relegated?

Flydubai flight to Israel diverted to Saudi Arabia after emergency alert

A Flydubai plane travelling from Dubai to Israel made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

‘I wanted to live’: A Ukrainian orphan’s journey through Russian occupation

Denys Kostev says he was forcibly transferred in 2022 and coerced into pro-Russian campaigns before finally escaping.

Photos: A journalist is crowned king in Uganda

The death of King Oyo Nyimba in August triggered widespread grief and a succession dispute in Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom.

UK‘s PM Burnham sets out plans to reshape public services

UK's PM Andy Burnham is promising a major improvement to public services including social care, housing and energy.

Hijabi students turned away from school in Azerbaijan

Female students leave a school in Azerbaijan after reportedly being denied entry for wearing headscarves.

S Korea demands apology over DMZ blasts as N Korea denies planting mines

South Korea calls for a formal apology from North Korea over the DMZ explosion that injured three soldiers.

‘Dire situation’: Lebanese prisoners on hunger strike for 18 days

The medical condition of hundreds of prisoners has deteriorated as inmates protest against suspension of amnesty law.

Pakistan vows to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthis

Pakistan says Islamabad will make “whatever means” available to Saudi Arabia if Saudi faces threats from the Houthis.

Nigeria and Ghana suffer huge AFCON 2027 qualifying shocks

The Gambia come back to beat ‌Ghana 4-2, while Guinea Bissau beat Nigeria 3-0 despite seven Premier League starters.

Gentle giant Backpack wins Alaska’s Fat Bear Week

The contest celebrates the resilience of the 2,200 brown bears that live in the preserve on the Alaska Peninsula.

Trump calls Kim Jong Un a ‘friend’ and plays down N Korea’s nuclear arsenal

US president's comments came after he was asked why North Korea can have nuclear weapons when Iran cannot.

OpenAI launches ‘dots,’ personal AI assistant ‘built to handle everything’

AI giant launches 'dots' to rival Meta's Muse and Google's Gemini Spark.

India’s Ujjain tense as mosque partially demolished for Hindu pilgrimage

Fearing outright demolition, Muslims volunteer to take down parts of the city's Shahi Mosque themselves.

Hegseth to cut number of US general and admiral positions by 20%

Pentagon official says the plan will be announced in the defence secretary's 'State of the Force' address in Virginia.