The world in a glance.

Elon Musk’s SpaceX eyes $1.77tn valuation ahead of blockbuster IPO

Texas-based rocket company announces plans to sell shares at $135 apiece, aiming to raise approximately $75bn.

Judge blocks Jewish group's attempt to stop Kanye West gigs

Kanye West will be allowed to perform two gigs in the Netherlands after a judge shot down a Jewish group's attempt to block them.

Rubio distances himself from Netanyahu’s Gaza plan

House Democrats question US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the lack of progress on Trump’s 20 point Gaza plan.

Senate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroom

The bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump's 'anti-weaponisation fund'.

Germany blames Russia for 'bitter defeat' in UN Security Council bid

Johann Wadephul said it was "no secret" Russia had stirred up sentiment against Germany over its support for Ukraine.

Trump seeks to split Lebanon talks from war on Iran negotiations

Trump says he wants to keep talks on the conflict in Lebanon separate from negotiations over the war with Iran.

Real Madrid will bring Mourinho back if Perez is re-elected

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says he will bring Jose Mourinho back as manager if he wins Sunday's election.

US House passes Iran war powers resolution in rare pushback against Trump

Four Republicans allied with Democrats to pass bill to rein in Trump, though it is likely to face a presidential veto.

Who is Adam Hamawy? Doctor who served in Gaza is on the path to US Congress

Hamawy's victory in New Jersey likely to make him a rare US Congress member with firsthand experience in besieged Gaza.

Kuwait labels Iran attack ‘heinous aggression’

Kuwait’s defence ministry has labelled an attack on the country’s international airport as ‘heinous Iranian aggression’.

Deadly fire rips through New Delhi hotel

A fire has ripped through a hotel in New Delhi, killing at least 21 people including 18 foreign nationals.

Japan’s football team sports cowboy hats ahead of World Cup

Japan's national football team wore cowboy hats as fans welcomed them to Monterrey, Mexico.

Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border

The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday.

Israeli strikes near Tyre hospital put youngest patient at risk

Jabal Aamel Hospital in Tyre was heavily damaged after an Israeli strike levelled nearby buildings, leaving key medical

Gunfire erupts in Mogadishu before protests against Somali president’s rule

Ex-Somali PM Khaire accuses government forces of attacking him before planned antigovernment protests in Mogadishu.

Lula says Brazil cannot ‘accept treatment’ after new US tariffs proposed

Brazil's president says he was surprised by the proposed 25 percent tariffs, which came amid signs relations improving.

Netanyahu downplays US-Israel rift after Trump confirms criticism

US president acknowledges he had harsh words for Netanyahu over Lebanon attacks but says he 'likes' the Israeli leader.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Can Asian champions Qatar reach the knockouts?

Al Jazeera speaks to Qatar coach Julen Lopetegui ahead of the World Cup, with a shot at knockouts within their grasp.

Bangladesh’s top diplomat elected UN General Assembly leader in tight race

Khalilur Rahman elected as the president of the UNGA's 81st session, garnering 99 votes in secret ballot.

Four sentenced to death for killing worshippers at Catholic church in Nigeria

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

Man shot dead by FBI after taking hostages at California bank

Two hostages were released on Tuesday, and the remaining hostages released on Wednesday were unharmed, police said.

Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count

Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues.

Director Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over actress's teen topless scene

Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me".

Turkiye’s top diplomat, Indonesia’s president discuss $10bn trade goal

The two discuss a range of sectors, including defence, energy, transportation and the halal food industry.

US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns

It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.

Sabalenka the latest French Open shock exit as Shnaider wins quarterfinal

Tennis's top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka knocked out of French Open in quarterfinal Roland-Garros defeat to Diana Shnaider.

‘Doesn’t seem qualified’: Who is Bill Pulte, acting US intelligence chief?

Republican and Democratic lawmakers have questioned the credentials of President Trump's latest appointee.

One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airport

Iran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island.

DRC suggests behind-closed-doors World Cup warm-up to offset Ebola threat

Mayor of Spain's La Linea de la Concepcion bans friendly between DR Congo and Chile due to health concerns.

Norwegian teen was in UK to 'undertake a hit', court hears

Johannes Natland was due to carry out a shooting on behalf of a Swedish criminal group, trial hears.

Is Asia facing a new currency crisis?

A stronger dollar, higher energy costs and market uncertainty are putting pressure on currencies across Asia.

Does UK’s new far-right party, Restore, pose a threat to Farage’s Reform?

Restore Britain’s manifesto has pledged to implement the 'most ambitious programme of mass deportations'.

Ferrari sign Leclerc on new long-term contract before home F1 Monaco GP

Charles Leclerc has extended his contract with Ferrari for an undisclosed length, having joined the F1 team in 2019.

Morocco World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group and squad list

The Atlas Lions aim to better their historic 2022 semifinal appearance but have had a chaotic run-in.

Israel’s invasion of southern Lebanon devastates centuries of history

From Phoenician temples to Crusader castles, heritage sites bear the brunt of Israel's expanding military offensive.

US artist sues FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural for World Cup

Wyland's mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month to promote the World Cup.

She watched a wildfire destroy her town, so she's building fire-proof bunkers

Linda Cantey - and other US entrepreneurs - are channelling trauma into efforts to mitigate the damage of wildfires.

Celine Dion 'heartbroken' by death of Beauty and the Beast singer Peabo Bryson

Bryson was best known as the voice behind Disney songs like A Whole New World and Beauty and the Beast.

Can a US president promote stock they’ve invested in

Can a US president promote stock they’ve invested in

Seven killed after drone hits bus in Russia-controlled part of Ukraine

The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.

Is the Great Nicobar Island India’s Hormuz-like chokepoint against China?

Far away from Indian mainland, the government is pumping billions of dollars into a controversial development project.

Unfancied Brazil will stay sharp at the World Cup, Casemiro says

Brazil are aiming for a record-extending sixth world title at the 2026 tournament in North America.

US and Iran launch new strikes, as Kuwait says airport hit by Iranian drones

Kuwait says its international airport has been badly damaged by Iranian drones, and traffic is suspended.

Outrage over UK police arrest video of dying student

Footage of police arresting a dying student has set off heated protests in the UK.

Rebecca Bennett wins New Jersey Democratic primary, to face Trump ally Kean

Democrats pick former Navy commander to challenge Republican Tom Kean in New Jersey's 7th District.

Benjamin Netanyahu faces Israeli backlash over Lebanon strategy

Hawkish voices in Israel have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of holding back on bombing Beirut.

Tunisian court sentences Ennahdha leader Rached Ghannouchi to life in prison

Opposition leader and dozens of other defendants handed lengthy prison terms for 'forming a terrorist alliance'.

Mysteriously missing congressman wins primary after Trump endorsement

Republican lawmaker Tom Kean Jr has not been seen in Washington or his New Jersey district for several months.

Canada formally requests 16-year renewal of North American free trade pact

In a letter to his North American counterparts, US-Canada Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said the three countries should renew the USMCA trade deal.

US says it attacked Iran’s Qeshm Island; Tehran targets Kuwait, Bahrain

The US military says it carried out ‘self-defence’ strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island.