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Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFatou Bensouda on Israeli threats against her and the ICC
The court's former chief prosecutor says justice is being sacrificed to political interests.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsZelenskyy speaks to Al Jazeera at site of major Russian attacks in Kyiv
Russia has launched one of its largest attacks on Kyiv since the war began, firing hundreds of drones and missiles.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli strikes kill six in southern Lebanon amid fresh evacuation orders
Israel's attacks in southern Lebanon are expanding despite supposed ceasefire.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHow will Iran war fallout impact upcoming US elections?
Trump purges Republican critics, but are the prospects for his party in upcoming elections heading up or down?
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEbola spreads in the DRC as authorities struggle to contain outbreak
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading as cases been confirmed in Uganda.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘Trump needs a deal, no matter how bad it is’
Harlan Ullman argues that US President Donald Trump is chasing any Iran deal to relieve mounting pressure at home.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSenegal parliament speaker steps down as political crisis worsens
The move by speaker El Malick Ndiaye clears the way for sacked premier Ousmane Sonko to run for head of parliament.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPakistan’s Eid livestock traders losing as war on Iran pushes up prices
Livestock traders in Pakistan say the war on Iran has hurt their sales ahead of Eid al-Adha.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAfter San Diego shooting, Muslim Americans aim to turn grief into action
More than 25,000 US Muslims have come together for the annual ICNA conference, where speakers encouraged activism.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsInside a Beirut barbershop shaped by war and crisis
For nearly 20 years, Mario Habib has run a barbershop through wars, economic collapse and political crisis in Lebanon.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsCuba thanks China for rice shipment amid worsening humanitarian conditions
The Caribbean island has faced a fuel blockade that has cut off essential supplies, as Trump seeks regime change.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsEcuador’s Noboa pledges to extradite criminals in State of the Union speech
The right-wing president highlighted anti-crime operations and economic progress, while critics warned of abuses.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsLIVE: Trump says Iran deal not ‘fully negotiated yet’
US president says any potential agreement with Tehran will be 'good and proper' as mediation efforts continue.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSyria holds legislative elections in former Kurdish-controlled areas
Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett reports on the Syrian legislative elections in Hasakah and the town of Kobane.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsOil prices fall amid mixed signals on US-Iran peace deal
Japan's stock market surges to record high on hopes of an end to US-Israel war on Iran.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBuilding collapse in Philippines leaves 3 dead, 17 missing
Rescuers search for survivors after thermal scans show signs of breathing and heartbeats beneath debris.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPhilippines: 20 feared trapped after building collapse
The building collapsed before dawn after a severe thunderstorm. Officials said rescuers reported "hearing voices" in the rubble.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsDeadly blast hits train in Pakistan's Balochistan
A blast on a train in Pakistan's Balochistan province has killed at least 24 people and injured dozens more. The explosion targeted military personnel and their families ahead of …
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCyprus: Voters boost far right in parliamentary election
The results dealt a blow to the three centrist parties in President Nikos Christodoulides' minority coalition. The vote is seen as a gauge of voter sentiment ahead of a presidenti…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsGermany plans to address growing use of date-rape drugs
Germany's justice minister is seeking harsher penalties for the use of date-rape drugs in sexual assaults. But victims say more needs to be done about a growing problem.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsTurkish police evict ousted CHP leaders from party HQ
Police forced their way into the opposition party's headquarters, ending a standoff between ousted CHP leader Ozgur Ozel and supporters of court-appointed Kemal Kilicdaroglu.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsMadrid protesters decry rising rents and housing shortage
Housing has long ranked among the top concerns in Spain, where demand has risen because of tourism and immigration-driven population growth.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsChina mine blast: Search and investigation continue
Chinese authorities have launched an investigation into "serious breaches" of security regulations after an explosion in a coal mine left at least 82 people dead. Two people remai…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsCuba receives China rice shipment amid US threats, blackouts
Chinese aid is expected to alleviate food shortages in Cuba. But the island's economic crisis continues with blackouts and oil embargos are compunded by threats from the United St…
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsPeacekeeping missions at risk due to cuts, tensions — report
A "perfect storm" of falling troop numbers, geopolitical tensions and funding crises is jeopardizing international peacekeeping efforts, a new study has warned.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, warns ousted Republican Thomas Massie
GOP congressman says his party is set to count cost of ‘Trump disappointment syndrome’ after primary defeatDonald Trump’s Republican party is on course for a damaging rejection at…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRepublican lawmakers warn of ‘disastrous mistake’ as Trump nears deal with Iran
Trump insists US won’t rush talks with Tehran after rebukes from Republicans, including Ted Cruz and Lindsey GrahamRepublican hawks have issued a rare rebuke of Donald Trump over …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump says he does not make bad deals, but even Republican hawks doubt that now
The US has apparently had to agree to unfreeze billions of Iranian assets for a regime more hardline than before the warMiddle East crisis: live updatesOn 24 May each year, Irania…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsOverheated chemical tank in southern California ‘will fail’, EPA chief says
Lee Zeldin says ‘low-volume release’ of flammable chemicals is most likely amid fears of explosion at Orange county facility near DisneylandGovernment officials in Orange county, …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsGrizz Chapman, actor who played Grizz in 30 Rock, dies aged 52
The actor, who played Tracy Jordan’s gentle bodyguard in 80 episodes of the beloved comedy, died in his sleep after years of health problemsGrizz Chapman, best known for his role …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRiz Ahmed says UK spies tried to recruit him on three occasions
Actor recounts three alleged approaches by intelligence services, including through senior BBC executiveRiz Ahmed, the Oscar-winning actor, has claimed that Britain’s intelligence…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsHottest May day for nearly 80 years as parts of UK hit heatwave threshold
Highest temperatures of 2026 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as Kew Gardens in London reaches 32.3C England, Wales and Northern Ireland recorded their highest temperatures …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsLabour to expand youth work experience and training schemes
Announcement comes after former minister Alan Milburn says Britain has neglected a generation of young peopleMinisters are expanding youth work-experience and training schemes, af…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsScotland’s ‘green datacentres’ policy ignores emissions impact of AI, analysis shows
Definition of green facilities made in 2022, before release of ChatGPT, says Action to Protect Rural ScotlandA Scottish government policy designed to encourage datacentres to buil…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUK universities warn of cuts for impoverished students if dire funding issues continue
Nearly a third of vice-chancellors would cut hardship support if necessary over next three years, according to pollVice-chancellors have said they may need to cut hardship support…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSuicide bombing near railway track in Pakistan kills at least 23 people
Explosives-laden vehicle detonated as passenger train travelled through south-western city of QuettaA suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a railway track as …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat may be included in proposed Iran ceasefire deal?
Proposed framework hinges on a 60-day truce, reopening strait of Hormuz, and revived talks on limiting Iran nuclear programme• Middle East crisis: live updatesDonald Trump has sai…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsWith oil markets nearing the danger zone, a US-Iran deal can’t come soon enough | Heather Stewart
Global prices are approaching a tipping point that could trigger inflation, shortages and, over time, recessionIf a US-Iran deal is about to be reached, three months on from the l…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli strikes pound Lebanon despite signs US and Iran are close to peace deal
Some casualties after attacks on multiple locations in south and east of country on Sunday, state media reportsMiddle East crisis: live updatesIsraeli strikes hit southern and eas…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS and Iran inch closer to peace deal as Trump faces criticism from GOP hawks
American president says he is not rushing into a deal after proposed plan to end war prompts Republican backlashMiddle East crisis: live updatesDonald Trump defended himself again…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsIrish gangland figure fails in Dublin byelection bid for seat in parliament
Gerry ‘the monk’ Hutch comes fourth in contest won by Daniel Ennis of Social DemocratsThe Irish gangland figure Gerry “the monk” Hutch has failed in his bid for a parliamentary se…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsDavid Miliband: Europe and US need ‘separate bedrooms’ but not divorce
Former Labour minister says complete disengagement has potential ‘for us to end up in a very, very difficult position’David Miliband has said Europe should have “separate bedrooms…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia hits Kyiv with hypersonic ballistic missile in ‘deranged’ attack
Assault hits water facility, market, residential buildings and schools, killing at least four and injuring dozens Russia used its powerful hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile fo…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsGPS jammed on RAF jet carrying UK defence secretary close to Russian border
Russia suspected of obstructing signal on flight bringing John Healey home from visit to British troops in EstoniaAn RAF jet carrying the defence secretary, John Healey, had its s…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsEscapes, fires, stabbing: catastrophic security failures revealed in Australia’s immigration detention network
Exclusive: ICE-linked private prison operator blamed for catastrophic security failures in Australia’s immigration detention networkGet our breaking news email, free app or daily …
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