The world in a glance.

Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving four critically hurt

The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.

Israeli strike kills five in Gaza, including three children

Israel has committed 2,400 violations of the 'ceasefire' deal struck with Hamas in October, Gaza officials say.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 55 after Trump extended ceasefire?

Iran says it wants talks, but blames US “breach of commitments, blockade and threats” for stalling negotiations.

Democrats up in Virginia, but US voters may pay price for redistricting war

Experts say unprecedented flurry of tit-for-tat congressional redistricting risks surge in gerrymandering.

Can fish hook voters in India’s West Bengal elections?

In battle for India's West Bengal election, PM Modi's men campaigned with fish in hand to try to connect with voters.

Israel accused of war crimes after 'targeted' killing of journalist

Israel has again been accused of targeting journalists after the death of a reporter working in southern Lebanon.

Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike

Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.

The deadly drug raid fuelling speculation about what the US is doing in Mexico

The deaths of two US officials in a counter-narcotics operation in northern Mexico have sparked uncertainty over the extent to which the Mexican government knew about Washington's…

South American migrants deported to DRC say facing pressure to return home

Rights advocates have accused Trump administration of using third-country deportations to intimidate asylum seekers.

Top ministers quit after Peru’s president postpones F-16 fighter jet deal

The Trump administration has warned against Peru pulling out of the deal, saying it reflects 'bad faith' negotiations.

China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll

The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.

Turkiye making efforts to revive Russia-Ukraine talks, says Erdogan

Turkish president meets NATO chief as Kyiv asks Ankara to host a leaders' level meeting with Russia.

Israeli forces fire tear gas at funeral of Palestinians killed by settlers

Israeli forces raided the funeral of two Palestinians killed by settlers at a school in the occupied West Bank.

Trump calls for Republicans to unify around budget reconciliation push

Budget reconciliation would allow conservative lawmakers to bypass Democratic opposition in Senate with simple majority.

US suspect accused of stealing Kristi Noem’s purse sentenced to three years

President Trump has used incidents of crime to justify ongoing National Guard deployment to the capital, Washington, DC.

Trump calls Virginia election ‘rigged’ after redistricting referendum

Trump’s comments came after the Virginia measure passed by a slim margy of 51.4 in favour and 48.5 against.

Warner Bros and Paramount merger could reshape US media landscape

The deal faces regulatory scrutiny both for influence on media landscape, but also for foreign investments to fund it.

Mexico’s Sheinbaum demands answers over CIA agents in Chihuahua

Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum said the federal government was not informed of the inclusion of CIA officers in a drug raid.

Tesla surprises Wall Street and says demand for vehicles has returned

Tesla defied expectations, profiting more and spending less than expected in closely watched results as the company shifts focus from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence…

Bad optics? Israel jails soldiers who smashed Jesus statue in Lebanon

Critics say Israeli attacks on Christian sites challenge claims of a Judeo-Christian shared heritage and mutual respect.

Did UK universities pay to ‘spy’ on pro‑Palestine students?

UK universities allegedly hired a security firm with military intelligence ties to monitor pro-Palestine students.

Suspect in slaying of Colombian presidential hopeful arrested in Argentina

Authorities say a Colombian suspected of helping to organise the killing of Miguel Uribe was captured in Buenos Aires.

Israeli attacks on Lebanon kill at least five people, including journalist

Journalist Amal Khalil killed in Israeli attack in at-Tiri, Lebanon's Al Akhbar reports.

Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion

Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.

Pope tells prisoners in Equatorial Guinea 'you are not alone'

Pope Leo's four-nation Africa tour has pushed towards ​a dramatic close, with the pontiff braving a heavy rainstorm to greet prisoners in Equatorial Guinea.

EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock

Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.

Nigeria's suspected coup plotters deny treason charges

Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced last year when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks

The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.

Trump family's crypto firm sued over alleged 'extortion'

Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.

Ukraine restarts Russian oil to Europe, unblocking 90-billion-euro EU loan

Resumption of oil deliveries enables Hungary to lift veto, with EU's 27 members now on track to formally approve loan.

Israeli settlers block Palestinian children from school in the West Bank

Students, teachers and families stage daily peaceful sit-ins at the site of the fence near Umm al-Khair village.

Fires ignited by Ukrainian drones rage at Russian oil refinery

Hundreds of firefighters are trying to contain fires at Russia’s Tuapse oil refinery.

Blockchain billionaire Sun takes Trump family’s crypto firm to court

World Liberty is under increasing scrutiny from some of its investors, who have complained about lack of transparency.

Widow died in Ghana crash after losing up to £1m in romance frauds, inquest hears

A widow died in a car crash in Ghana after losing up to £1m in several romance frauds that saw her lose her life savings and home, an inquest heard.

The war on Iran: Breaking down the words you’re hearing

The terminology of the US-Israel war on Iran is drawn from a range of linguistic origins.

Los Angeles becomes first major US school district to limit classroom screen time

The school district, which serves about half a million students, is looking to reduce its reliance on devices after the pandemic.

What is uranium enrichment and how quickly could Iran build a nuclear bomb?

Al Jazeera spoke with MIT professor Ted Postol about what Iran could do with its 440kg of 60 percent enriched uranium.

Arsenal have grown, but they still have not learned how to dominate

Arsenal’s title challenge is again being undermined by dropped points in decisive moments.

Holidays 'very likely' at risk as EU warns of 'crisis'

The EU has warned that Europe is in a "very serious crisis" as aviation fuel stocks start to run low due to the war in Iran and people might have to change holiday plans this…

Five major issues affecting the FIFA World Cup with 50 days to go

From the US-Israel war on Iran to exorbitant ticket prices and violence in host nations, here's what's gone wrong.

Why is India’s Manipur burning for three years?

After three years of ethnic clashes, Manipur still remains on edge, with fears that the conflict could spiral further.

Is China a winner of the Iran war or facing economic risks?

China's economy beats expectations despite the Iran war, but weak demand and structural risks remain.

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge

The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.

Peru’s election chief steps down amid chaotic general election

The head of Peru’s election authority was heckled by protesters after announcing his resignation.

Owner of gun used to kill eight children says it was stolen from his truck in weeks prior

The owner of a gun which was used to kill eight children told investigators the firearm was stolen from his truck in the weeks before the shooting.

Gaza’s unseen casualties: A surge in stillbirths and birth defects

Gaza sees a 140% rise in stillbirths and a doubling of congenital anomalies as the devastating impacts of war linger.

Iran’s UN ambassador responds to US ceasefire extension

Iran’s UN Ambassador has responded to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of an extension to the ceasefire.

World Cup host Mexico pledges security at tourist sites after shooting

Mexican president admits the archaeological site outside Mexico City lacked security measures to prevent the attack.

Taiwan president cancels trip after African countries revoke flight permits

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.

Iran war: What’s happening on day 54 as Trump extends ceasefire?

Trump said the US would extend the ceasefire with Iran until it presents a proposal and talks conclude.