Ex-Syrian intelligence chief in Raqqa convicted of torture in Austria
Khaled al-Halabi denied involvement, but the court deemed him responsible for abuse of detainees in Raqqa.
Argentina vs Egypt: FIFA World Cup last 16 – Messi, Salah, prediction, news
Lionel Messi's Argentina go up against Mohamed Salah's Egypt in a spicy World Cup round of 16 encounter.
Lebanon latest: Teacher killed by Israeli airstrike
Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett brings you the latest from Lebanon, where Israeli strikes continue despite a ‘ceasefire’.
Portugal vs Spain LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16
Live coverage and text updates of the World Cup last-16 clash between Portugal and Spain in Dallas in the US.
Netanyahu says his ties with Trump are ‘fine’, takes aim at Turkiye
In Fox News interview, Israeli prime minister lauds US alliance and argues that Ankara should not receive F-35 jets.
UN discusses prevention of genocide: Six times it failed to do just that
The UN General Assembly meets amid Israel's genocide on Gaza, Myanmar's genocide against the Rohingya, and other crises.
US president Trump defends FIFA’s Balogun red card reversal
US President Donald Trump defended FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card suspension.
Is NATO at breaking point as it meets in Turkiye?
NATO leaders gather in Ankara to tackle US-Europe tensions, defence gaps and support for Ukraine’s military resilience.
Israel’s Smotrich declares ‘revolution’ in West Bank settlement expansion
Smotrich declares a settlement 'revolution' as Israel approves 13 new outposts during big increase in settler violence.
FIFA World Cup: Mohamed Salah and the ghosts of Egypt’s ‘golden generation’
Salah has previously taken flak from Egypt fans but now leads an undefeated team into the round of 16 to face Argentina.
Israeli attack on vehicle in Lebanon kills at least four
Israel continues to strike targets in southern Lebanon despite US-brokered ceasefire agreement.
The pitfalls of institutionalising US military aid to Israel
Shielding US commitments to Israel from congressional scrutiny would be harmful for both countries.
From Manchester to Downing Street: What Burnham could mean for Palantir
A 330 million pound NHS contract - and Palantir's wider role in UK government - hangs on Andy Burnham's next move.
Hamas announces dissolution of Gaza governing body
A Palestinian technocratic committee will take its place to manage the enclave's day-to-day governance.
England boss jokes Trump could help lift defender’s suspension
England boss jokes Trump could help lift defender’s suspension
Baby dies after Israeli troops block emergency journey to hospital
A baby died after his family’s attempt to reach hospital was blocked by Israel at a checkpoint in the occupied West Bank
Refugees killed in landslides at Rohingya camps in Bangladesh
Refugees killed in landslides at Rohingya camps in Bangladesh
Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine before NATO summit
Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine before NATO summit
The World Cup must pay its carbon bill
Football’s biggest tournament should fund a serious plan to measure, reduce and account for its emissions.
El-Obeid under siege by RSF: Could this be Sudan’s next el-Fasher?
UN warns of 'catastrophe' in el-Obeid after RSF atrocities in el-Fasher last year.
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least 6 as ‘ceasefire’ violations continue
Israeli attacks on Gaza City and Khan Younis also wounded more than 20 people, medical sources say.
USA vs Belgium – World Cup last 16: Trump, Balogun, prediction, start time
Lobbying by President Trump and a last-minute U-turn by FIFA stir controversy before the knockout match.
Why FIFA’s Balogun red card suspension after Trump call is so controversial
FIFA's decision has led to a furore in the football world - and accusations of bending its rules to please Trump.
Scorching heat worsens suffering in Gaza’s displacement camps
Scorching heat worsens suffering in Gaza's displacement camps
‘We have nothing to cool off with’: French heatwave exposes inequalities
As people living in low-income areas are unable to escape the heat, analysts decry the government's response.
Huge crowd joins funeral procession for Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei
Enormous crowds gather in Tehran for third day to mourn amid calls for revenge against the US and Israel.
Inmates and guards killed in deadly fighting at Sri Lanka prison
Inmates and guards killed in deadly fighting at Sri Lanka prison
Impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte begins
Senate trial outcome could permanently bar Duterte from office, shaking her frontrunner status for the 2028 election.
UK’s Farage’s gold deal tests his populist brand as Restore Britain rises
As another far-right party gains ground, scrutiny of Farage's outside earnings challenges his anti-establishment image.
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