US bars Palestinian president from attending UNGA for second year
The United States has declined to grant visas to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
Yemeni forces target Houthis and a Saudi base as US rules out direct role
Yemeni forces target Houthis and a Saudi base as US rules out direct role Saudi Arabia requests missile defence support from allies as the US sees its own stock of…
Verstappen beats 100 go-karters in fun Silverstone race
Four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen has beaten 100 go-karters in a competition at Silverstone, UK.
Morocco’s 2026 election: A test of political trust and engagement
Morocco’s 2026 election: A test of political trust and engagement Youth unemployment, living costs and public services are key issues before the September 23 vote. Volunteers from Morocco’s Authenticity and…
Ed Sheeran asked me to donate $2m in aid, Robert Kraft says after Macklemore backlash
Kraft, who is Jewish, confirmed on Monday that he had made the decision to bar Macklemore from the Gillette Stadium because his venue would not “provide a platform for hate…
Floods return to Valencia with 2024 tragedy still fresh in mind
Flooding hits Valencia, Spain, with torrential rain triggering rescues and major travel disruptions.
Reports: US, Houthis make secret deal over Yemen war
Yemen’s Houthis have agreed to allow US shipping unfettered Red Sea access if Washington refrains from military action.
UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI risks, defence cooperation
UK’s Burnham, Canada’s Carney discuss AI risks, defence cooperation UK and Canada explore AI risks, defence cooperation, and joint initiatives during a bilateral meeting in Liverpool. Canadian Prime Minister Mark…
Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia
Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia The bill marks the first time in more than two years the US Congress has passed legislation assisting Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir…
US CENTCOM tells Al Jazeera Hormuz blockade ‘highly effective’
The spokesman for US Central Command has told Al Jazeera its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘highly effective’.