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New images show suspect taking selfies before Washington press dinner shooting

Prosecutors argue Cole Tomas Allen should remain in custody until trial on a charge of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.

Why ‘8647’ landed ex-FBI chief Comey in Trump’s crosshairs

Comey has been accused of knowingly threatening the US president.

Senate panel advances Kevin Warsh’s nomination for US Fed chair

Senate panel approves Trump’s nominee Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as US Fed chair on party-line vote.

Over 1.2m in Lebanon expected to face acute hunger: UN-backed report

FAO, WFP and Lebanon gov't say 1.24 million people 'expected to face food insecurity' at crisis levels or worse.

US Supreme Court hears Haiti, Syria TPS case with wide-ranging implications

Court to rule whether Trump may terminate status allowing people to remain in US in case that could affect 1.3 million.

Watch: There's a ceasefire in Lebanon - but the fighting hasn't stopped

Israel and Hezbollah are still fighting in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire that began 12 days ago.

Inside Tehran’s main airport as more flights take off during ceasefire

Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi has been seeing more flights take off at the main airport in Iran’s capital.

RAF troops shot down more than 100 Iranian drones and missiles fired at Middle East base

A coalition base in Iraq that British forces are helping to defend was targeted by around 28 Iranian-linked drones and missiles a day as the US and Israel attacked Iran, it has…

‘We saw terrible things’: Mali refugees tell of atrocities amid attacks

Thousands of Malians have been forced to flee their country as several groups, including the army, assault them.

Russia scales back Moscow Victory Day parade, blaming threat from Ukraine

Russia says the annual commemoration of Soviet victory in World War Two will not feature military vehicles or cadets.

Irish government announces further fuel supports after protests

The Irish government has announced further fuel supports for a number of sectors after nationwide protests in recent weeks.

Iranian officials absent from pre-World Cup football events in Canada

It is unclear whether football officials from Iran were issued Canadian visas to attend AFC and FIFA congresses.

Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins

The case over OpenAI's history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.

Palestinian football body appeals FIFA ruling on Israel at top sports court

Meanwhile, visa issues are affecting Palestinian and other delegations to the upcoming FIFA Congress.

Endangered antelopes flown to Kenya from Czech zoo in 'historic homecoming'

The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.

Ukraine targets Druzhba pipeline to sever Russian oil, influence in EU

Hungary and Slovakia are still buying Russian oil. Seeing weakness in Brussels, Kyiv means to stop that trade.

Red card for players covering their mouths in World Cup matches

New red card rule allows referees to send off players who cover their mouths or walk off the pitch in protest against a decision.

‘Encouraging’: Global rainforest loss slows in 2025 after record year

The researchers credit the slowdown to policies implemented by Brazil's President Lula da Silva to curb deforestation.

Life in limbo: How Iranians navigate a state of ‘no war, no peace’

Tehran’s residents are living through a fragile truce and deep economic uncertainty.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 61 as UAE exits OPEC?

Trump says Iran is in a 'state of collapse' as Gulf leaders meet in Saudi Arabia.

Europe named ‘fastest-warming continent’ in latest climate change report

From heatwaves to wildfires and shrinking ice cover, Europe is facing 'severe' impact from climate change, UN body says.

Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress

There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House.

Can Russia serve as an economic lifeline for Iran amid the Hormuz blockade?

Analysts say that Moscow could offer a 'lifeline' but logistical issues, costs offer little incentive in the long-run.

Afghan students recount harrowing university strike

Afghan students have described the moment a missile hit their university. Officials blame Pakistan for Monday’s attack.

US, Latin America countries criticise China’s retaliation over Panama Canal

China has detained nearly 70 Panamanian-flagged ships after Supreme Court ruling on Panama Canal, US officials say.

Mali’s military leader emerges after alleged coup attempt

Mali’s military leader says the country is ‘under control’ after what’s been described as an attempted coup.

Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack

In the two months since the deadly strike, the US defence department has said only that the incident is under investigation.

US appeals court rejects Trump’s immigration detention policy

In a 3-0 ruling, court says Trump administration misread a decades-old immigration law to justify mandatory detention.

Kim Jong Un praises troops who 'self-blasted' to avoid capture by Ukraine

It confirms suspicions that North Korean soldiers are being told to detonate their grenades to kill themselves.

Comey charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post

The new case stems from a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director that the justice department says calls for violence against Trump.

Iran war live: Trump says Tehran wants end to blockade; Israel kills medics

US president says Iran has reached out and asked Washington to lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports.

Musk testifies at OpenAI trial it’s not OK to ‘loot a charity’

In his lawsuit, Musk said OpenAI cofounder and president betrayed him and public by turning into profit-seeking firm.

PSG beat Bayern 5-4 in record-breaking Champions League semifinal first leg

Title holders Paris Saint-Germain squander a three-goal lead but hold on to beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in Paris.

Armed group announces siege on Mali capital

JNIM has announced the beginning of a “total siege” on Mali’s capital Bamako.

New red card offence confirmed for World Cup

Players who cover their mouths in confrontations with opponents to conceal discriminatory conduct face being sent off at the World Cup - after football's rule-makers voted through…

Trump scolds Germany’s Merz for criticism of Iran war

US president says German chancellor 'doesn't know what he's talking about', defends war on Iran as necessary.

After 60 days of war in Iran, does US Congress want a say?

Under law, Trump needs Congressional approval to continue war, experts say, but Congress may avoid the issue altogether.

Massive explosion from Israeli operation seen in southern Lebanon

Video captured massive explosions in southern Lebanon in what the Israeli military called strikes on a Hezbollah tunnel.

Can the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?

The United Nations chief warns of the waning influence of the global agreement.

Families forced into displacement by famine in Sudan

Families in Sudan face hunger and displacement during war with millions dependent on limited and inconsistent aid.

Greek pensioner, 89, arrested following shooting rampage

The gunman's motive remains unclear.

Mali military leader Goita emerges as Russia declares it halted coup

First sighting of Goita since rebel attacks comes as Russia seeks to dampen speculation over ally's military government.

'It's bizarre': Californians grapple with revelation that suspected Trump gunman was neighbour

People living near the man charged with the attempted assassination of Trump say they were shocked to see their neighbour on TV.

Ex-TV showgirl's pardon at centre of widening Italian scandal

Nicole Minetti was convicted of facilitating prostitution in connection with the notorious "bunga bunga" parties at Silvio Berlusconi's villa.

Path cleared for Everest climbers after huge ice block

Experts warn there are still risks of further ice collapses, and there are fears climbers will again have to queue to reach the summit.

United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec

The UAE's decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.

UAE leaves OPEC in blow to oil cartel amid war on Iran

The United ‌Arab Emirates has announced it’s withdrawing from OPEC and OPEC+.

Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal

It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.

Ex-actor Nathan Chasing Horse jailed for at least 37 years for sexual assault

The 49-year-old exploited his position as a spiritual leader to prey on Indigenous women and girls, the US court heard.