The world in a glance.

Ronaldo joins Portugal training ahead of sixth World Cup appearance

Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo hit the training pitch as he readies for his sixth World Cup appearance.

Gaza fishermen stay afloat with dinghies made from doorframes

Fishermen in Gaza are using dinghies made of reclaimed fiberglass, wood, and doorframes salvaged from rubble.

I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara

The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.

The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president

A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.

Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?

Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt

Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.

Trump makes pitch to farmers hard-hit by tariffs, high prices in Wisconsin

Trump seeks to shore up support among rural voters hard-hit by tariffs, economic fallout of war with Iran.

Iran footballers issued US visas for World Cup, says White House

Iran players get visas 10 days before their opening ‌World Cup match against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.

Zelenskyy: Putin choosing war by rejecting offer for in-person talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has turned down an offer for in-person talks with the Ukrainian President.

Trump hails jobs surge, says Iran talks ‘going well’

Trump hailed jobs growth before pivoting to Iran, saying negotiations with Tehran "seem to be going quite well".

‘Pervasive fear’ grips Gaza as Israeli attacks persist despite ceasefire

A drone attack killed a young woman and injured 15 others near Khan Younis, reported the Wafa news agency.

France opens ‘war crimes’ probe into Israel’s treatment of Gaza activists

French activists who took part in a Gaza-bound foreign aid flotilla accuse Israeli forces of abuse and torture.

Families clear rubble after overnight Israeli strikes in Gaza

Families in Az-Zawayda, central Gaza, clear rubble after overnight Israeli strikes in Gaza

From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures

Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72.

Is the latest US ceasefire deal for Lebanon meaningless?

Israel and Hezbollah continue fighting after truce announcement.

Huge fire erupts at Honda warehouse in Barcelona

Around 150 workers were evacuated after a fire broke out at a Honda industrial warehouse in Barcelona.

Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks.

Russia’s Putin says ‘no point’ meeting Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for now

The Russian leader insisted military action would only stop after Moscow achieves its 'goals'.

Video shows moment Israeli air strike hits car in southern Lebanon

Video shows the moment when journalist Abbas Fakih was reporting in Nabatieh, Lebanon and an Israeli air strike hit.

Lawsuit challenges US ‘third-country’ deportations to Equatorial Guinea

Complaint filed to African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights challenges controversial expulsion practice.

Somalia declares order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu

Violence that paralysed two Mogadishu districts subsides, but opposition rejects president's rule and vows to fight on.

US Senate passes $70bn ICE funding bill: What comes next?

Republicans pass key Trump initiative after marathon vote-a-rama, avoid barring controversial 'anti-weaponisation' fund.

Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup

It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.

Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast

Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.

Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal wins La Liga Player of the Season award

Lamine Yamal will be an integral part of Spain's World Cup 2026 challenge and was key in Barcelona's La Liga defence.

WHO, Africa CDC unveil $518m Ebola plan as Uganda death toll rises

Uganda reported three more cases and one more death from the outbreak which has spread from the DRC.

Gaza, Iran, Lebanon: If ceasefires are in place, why do strikes continue?

International law sets rules for ceasefires, but who enforces them when violations continue? Three experts explain.

Ukrainian marine drone explodes at Romanian port

A malfunctioning Ukrainian naval drone has caused an explosion at a key Black Sea port in Romania.

How the US naval blockade has bled Iran of nearly $6bn in oil revenues

Iran is exporting less than one-sixth of the oil it was shipping before the war began.

Nazi salutes, Sikhs abused: Tensions grip UK after Henry Nowak’s murder

Although the victim's father has warned against exploiting his family's tragedy, far-right groups are rallying.

Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst?

Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.

New £386m plan to fight Ebola as number of cases rises

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a $518m (£386m) six-month plan to fight Ebola, as the number of cases continue to grow.

South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest

South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest

US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent

Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.

Thousands protest in Albania over Kushner-linked resort project

Thousands protest in Albania over Kushner-linked resort project.

US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup

High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.

FIFA World Cup 2026 talking points: NFL-style half-time show, kits and more

Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off next week.

'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people

Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.

Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036

Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036.

French-Iranian Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies of ‘sadness’

Satrapi's autobiographical novel was born from her experiences of Iran's Islamic revolution and war with Iraq.

Zelensky proposes face-to-face talks in open letter to Putin

Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.

China’s Xi headed to North Korea in bid to shore up ties

The Chinese leader's visit on June 8-9, his first in seven years, comes as Pyongyang strengthens relations with Russia.

Iran war day 98: Tehran raises doubts on deal as Lebanon fighting continues

Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, while Hezbollah rejects deal as death toll tops 3,500.

China's Xi Jinping to make rare visit to North Korea

Xi will be in North Korea from 8-9 June, a rare visit to the isolated regime that is a longstanding ally of Beijing.

Xi Jinping to meet Kim Jong Un in rare visit to North Korea

It is taking place weeks after Xi met the leaders of the US and Russia - two countries that loom large over North Korea's foreign policy.

Jared Kushner vs the Flamingos - Albanians protest against luxury resort plans

A massive coastal resort development in Albania linked to President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner has sparked days of protests.

Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon

The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.

Why Mogadishu clashes are deepening Somalia’s political crisis again

Tensions over Somali elections escalate into violence, leaving Mogadishu residents grappling with fear and disruption.

Iran war live: Hezbollah rejects truce as Israel continues Lebanon strikes

Israel's supreme court annuls government ban on international Red Cross visiting Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.

Mangrove forests are healing after decades of human destruction

Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback - which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.