Two wounded in a shooting with US federal agents in Portland: report
Portland police have urged calm as the shooting remains under investigation, amid heightened tensions over ICE actions.
‘Peace’ on paper, but catastrophe continues on the ground in Gaza
Despite an agreed-upon ‘peace plan’, Israel continues to violate the ceasefire.
US says it wants to control Venezuelan oil indefinitely. Can it?
US oil company executives are expected to meet with Trump to discuss investments in Venezuela's oil sector.
Israel says Nickolay Mladenov to head Trump’s proposed Gaza ‘peace board’
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says the Bulgarian diplomat chosen as 'designated' director-general.
Arsenal and Liverpool draw to delight of Premier League title chasers
Leaders Arsenal and defending champions Liverpool draw 0-0 at Emirates Stadium to keep former in sight of chasing pack.
Brazil to send national guard near border with Venezuela
Tensions rise as Brazil reinforces its northern border following US air strikes in Venezuela and Maduro's abduction.
Real Madrid to face Barcelona in Spanish Super Club after beating Atletico
Real Madrid beat cross-city rivals Atletico Madrid in the Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup to set up Barcelona showdown.
Syria imposes curfew in Aleppo districts as army, SDF clashes intensify
Authorities says curfew will be in place 'until further notice' amid clashes between Syrian army and Kurdish-led forces.
Can tension in Aleppo be contained?
Syrian city sees renewed fighting between army and SDF.
Snow blankets Italian alpine resort ahead of Winter Olympics
Fresh snowfall hit Italy’s Alpine resort of Livigno less than a month before the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
Warner Bros investors torn on Paramount Skydance bid
Some investors criticise WBD's board's rejection of Paramount's offer, citing better chances of regulatory approval.
Vance defends ICE agent, calls media coverage ‘absolute disgrace’
US Vice President JD Vance defended the actions of ICE agents in Minneapolis after a woman was fatally shot in her car.
FBI takes over investigation into ICE agent killing of woman in Minneapolis
Minnesota’s Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) Superintendent Drew Evans said US state would no longer be involved.
Israeli attack on Gaza tent kills at least three Palestinians
At least 425 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks since October ceasefire came into effect, Health Ministry says.
Saudi-backed forces deploy in Aden, upping pressure on separatists
Saudi-backed forces were seen deploying in Aden a day after separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fled to the UAE.
11-year-old girl shot in the head by Israeli troops in Gaza safe zone
Israeli gunfire killed 11-year-old Hamsa Hosou in northern Gaza, her family says, despite a months-long ceasefire.
Injured arrive at Aleppo hospital amid intense artillery fire
Al Jazeera witnessed injured civilians arriving at an Aleppo hospital as SDF and Syrian army forces fought.
Iran experiencing nationwide internet blackout, monitor says
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Protesters scream ‘ICE out’ one day after fatal shooting in Minneapolis
Protesters faced a tear gas-like chemical as they demanded ICE leave Minneapolis, one day after an officer shot a woman.
‘Greenland is not for sale,’ lawmaker says amid Trump’s escalating threats
Lawmaker Aaja Chemnitz says it's 'very important to find solutions' as top US officials push for control of Greenland.
Russian war deaths are rising to unsustainable levels, says Ukraine
Russian mortality rates reportedly soar, troops test new tactics and Zelenskyy reshuffles Defence Ministry.
Several killed as Iran protests over rising cost of living spread
Iranian president seeks to calm tensions, acknowledging protesters' 'legitimate' grievances over inflation.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City’s mayor
Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim to hold the office.
US releases missile launch video after northwest Nigeria strike
The US Department of War published footage of a missile being fired on Nigeria.
Vatican returns 62 items taken from Indigenous communities in Canada
Pope Leo gifts the objects to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops after meeting their representatives.
PA warns against ‘agents of displacement’ in Gaza after South Africa flight
Palestinian authorities say shadowy companies and entities are working in line with Israel on human trafficking.
Ethiopia confirms first outbreak of Marburg virus
Nine cases reported in Ethiopia's Omo region, bordering conflict-wracked South Sudan, which has a fragile health system.
Democrats may “sell” end of US govt shutdown as “victory”
"Republicans and Democrats are going to be fighting with each other to control the narrative of who won the shutdown"
Non-native tree devastates Ethiopia’s ecosystems and threatens livelihoods
Prosopis, introduced to Ethiopia in the 1970s, now depletes water, harms livestock and disrupts ecosystems across Afar.
Syria signs up to US-led coalition against ISIL
Syrian President al-Sharaa, recently dropped from global 'terror' list, pledges cooperation in combating armed group.
Video: Heavy rains flood COP30 conference entrances
Torrential rainfall in the Brazilian city of Belem flooded pavements outside the venue for the COP30 climate talks.
Ballroom blitz: Trump demolishes White House’s East Wing
Some see ambitious construction project as defacing a historical building, others see it as a much-needed addition.
Are trade relations between the US and China back on track?
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping discuss trade and tariffs in their first meeting since 2019.
Why did India refuse to accept the Asia Cup trophy after beating Pakistan?
The Indian team refused to accept the trophy because it was to be presented by Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
Funeral held in Italy for Gaza evacuee who died after severe malnutrition
Mourners in Italy held a funeral for 19-year-old Marah Abu Zuhri, who'd been evacuated from Gaza for urgent medical care
The Silencing of Anas al-Sharif
A haunting look at the targeted killing of journalist Anas al-Sharif and the war on truth in Gaza.
Trump’s occupation of DC is a rehearsal for autocracy
By federalising the capital’s police and stifling protests, Trump is testing how far he can go to remake the US.
What’s causing Pakistan’s deadly floods?
Further flooding is predicted in cities including Karachi in the south of Pakistan.
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Horrific aftermath of Israeli attack on Gaza City
Horrific scenes in Gaza City show at least two Palestinians killed and three badly wounded people clinging to life.
Israel’s Netanyahu escalates attack on Australia’s Albanese as ties plunge
Israeli leader claims Australian prime minister's legacy 'tarnished' by decision to recognise a Palestinian state.
Mali’s Choguel Maiga charged with embezzlement, remanded in custody
Charges against Choguel Maiga comes as the military intensifies a crackdown on dissent in the West African country.
How Trump falsely claims US is the ‘only country’ that uses mail-in voting
Trump opposes postal voting, claiming inaccuracies, but many countries use the system.
Pakistan floods and cloudbursts visualised in maps and satellite images
Heavier than usual rains and sudden cloudbursts during this monsoon season kill more than 300 people in recent days.
Venezuela’s Maduro to mobilise millions in militia over US ‘threats’
The move comes after the US doubles the bounty for Maduro's arrest to $50m and deploys three warships in the Caribbean.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,272
Here are the key events on day 1,272 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Qatari PM, Egyptian president back efforts to reach Gaza ceasefire
Previous indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, facilitated by mediators, ended without any results to end the war.
Israeli military bombs power plant near Yemeni capital Sanaa
Israel fires missiles at the energy facility south of Sanaa saying it was used by Houthis, but provides no evidence.
Taliban marks fourth anniversary of return to power with internal threats
Four years on, Afghanistan remains an international pariah for its harsh repression of women.
Cholera kills 40 as Sudan faces worst outbreak in years, says MSF
MSF says displacement, war and rain driving deadly cholera outbreak in Sudan as infections continue to mount.
Real Madrid rejects idea of Barcelona playing in Messi’s Miami
The Spanish football federation has already approved a request for Barcelona against Villarreal to be played in Miami.
China raises concerns over Nvidia’s H20 chips with local firms: Report
Authorities press companies including ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, to use domestic suppliers instead.
One dead, dozens injured in steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania
The massive US industrial plant is the largest coking facility in North America.
Here are the names of the journalists Israel killed in Gaza
Israel has killed nearly 270 journalists and media workers since it launched its war on Gaza.
Nvidia, AMD to pay 15% of China chip sales to US government, reports say
Trade experts express concern about reported deal linking exports controls to monetary payments.
Jordan to host meeting with Syria, US on Syrian reconstruction
President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s new government is trying to attract foreign investment as Syria's economy lies in ruins.
Ukraine says it hit oil refinery in Russia’s Saratov, Moscow says one dead
Drones launched by Kyiv are targeting deeper into Russian territory than in past, Al Jazeera's correspondent reports.
Singapore celebrates success on 60th anniversary but challenges loom ahead
Al Jazeera looks at some of the challenges that Singapore could face over its next 60 years.