Trump orders federal agents to stay away from protests in Democrat cities

Order comes amid mounting criticism of Trump administration's deadly immigration crackdown in Democratic-run cities.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/1/trump-orders-federal-agents-to-stay-away-from-protests-in-democrat-cities?traffic_source=rss

How much control will the US have over Venezuela’s oil?

Caracas says it is opening up the sector to private players.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/1/31/how-much-control-will-the-us-have-over-venezuelas-oil?traffic_source=rss

Iranian official says progress made on talks as US-Iran tensions persist

Ali Larijani says efforts to get framework for negotiations advancing, as US naval deployment in Gulf fuels concerns.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/31/iranian-official-says-progress-made-on-talks-as-us-iran-tensions-persist?traffic_source=rss

Iraq Shia bloc reiterates support for al-Maliki despite Trump’s threats

The Coordination Framework said that selecting a PM is an internal constitutional matter.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/31/iraq-shia-bloc-reiterates-support-for-al-maliki-despite-trumps-threats?traffic_source=rss

Is Trump’s choice for US Fed chair a ‘chameleon’ or a ‘solid’ pick?

Experts vary in their views on Kevin Warsh, Trump's nominee to replace Jerome Powell as head of the US central bank.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/1/31/is-trumps-choice-for-us-fed-chair-a-chameleon-or-a-solid-pick?traffic_source=rss

UN nuclear watchdog discusses Ukraine nuclear safety risks

Russian attacks on Ukraine's electrical substations could cut power to nuclear plants, increasing risks of meltdown.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/30/un-nuclear-watchdog-discusses-ukraine-nuclear-safety-risks?traffic_source=rss

Iran says ready for ‘fair’ talks with US but not ‘under shadow of threats’

Iran's foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/30/iran-says-ready-for-fair-talks-with-us-but-not-under-shadow-of-threats?traffic_source=rss

Niger military gov’t says France, Benin, Ivory Coast behind airport attack

'They should be ready to hear us roar,' says military ruler Tiani, who thanked Russian troops for defending airbase.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/29/niger-military-govt-says-france-benin-ivory-coast-behind-airport-attack?traffic_source=rss

Microsoft stock plunges as Wall Street questions AI investments

The drop comes amid stalling growth for its cloud computing software as OpenAI investments are questioned.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/1/29/microsoft-stock-plunges-as-wall-street-questions-ai-investments?traffic_source=rss

Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda regains TikTok account after outcry

Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for sharing videos from Gaza, says she’s regained access to her TikTok.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/29/palestinian-journalist-bisan-owda-regains-tiktok-account-after-outcry?traffic_source=rss

Israel’s top court delays Gaza press access ruling amid years-long ban

Court gives Israeli government until March to justify ban on foreign media from Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/28/israels-top-court-delays-gaza-press-access-ruling-amid-years-long-ban?traffic_source=rss

Colombian lawmaker among 15 missing in plane disappearance

Plane vanished in jungle near eastern border with Venezuela; search hindered by dense terrain and adverse weather.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/28/colombian-lawmaker-among-15-missing-in-plane-disappearance?traffic_source=rss

Rwanda sues UK over scrapped asylum seeker deal

Rwanda began the inter-state arbitration proceedings under the asylum partnership agreement in November.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/27/rwanda-sues-uk-over-scrapped-asylum-seeker-deal?traffic_source=rss

Benfica’s Jose to kill Real with love, says Madrid boss ‘like his child’

Fiery-tempered and fierce-tongued Jose Mourinho softens his tone as former club Real Madrid face crunch game in Benfica.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/27/benficas-jose-to-kill-real-with-love-says-madrid-boss-like-his-child?traffic_source=rss

Trump says he is raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%

US president says he is raising tariffs from 15 percent due to Seoul's failure to ratify a trade deal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/27/trump-says-he-is-raising-tariffs-on-south-korea-to-25?traffic_source=rss

Minnesota, ICE and the makings of a US civil war

A 2024 simulation found US civil war could be triggered by clashes between state and federal law enforcement.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/the-take-2/2026/1/26/aje-onl-usa_civilwarmn_av_v2-260126?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,432

These are the key developments from day 1,432 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/26/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1432?traffic_source=rss

Ferry carrying over 350 people sinks in Philippines, killing at least seven

Coastguard says at least 215 people have been rescued, while a search for 144 missing people is ongoing.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/26/ferry-carrying-over-350-people-sinks-in-philippines-killing-at-least-seven?traffic_source=rss

Minnesota governor wants federal immigration agents out after Pretti killed

Trump administration faces intensifying pressure over immigration crackdown after federal agents kill another citizen.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/25/minnesota-governor-wants-federal-immigration-agents-out-after-pretti-killed?traffic_source=rss

Hamas says gave Israel, mediators details about last Gaza captive’s remains

Israeli forces are searching Gaza cemetery for the remains of Ran Gvili, the last captive in the Palestinian territory.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/25/hamas-says-gave-israel-mediators-details-about-last-gaza-captives-remains?traffic_source=rss

Iraq Shia alliance nominates former PM Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate

Al-Maliki remains potent force despite longstanding claims he fuelled sectarianism and failed to stop ISIL expansion.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/24/iraq-shia-alliance-nominates-former-pm-nouri-al-maliki-as-its-candidate?traffic_source=rss

US federal agents shoot and kill US citizen in Minneapolis

US federal agents have shot and killed a 37-year-old US citizen in Minneapolis amid an immigration crackdown.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/24/us-federal-agents-shoot-and-kill-us-citizen-in-minneapolis?traffic_source=rss

What does the US withdrawal from the WHO mean for global health?

The US completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, ending its membership for the first time since 1948.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/23/what-does-the-us-withdrawal-from-the-who-mean-for-global-health?traffic_source=rss

Ukraine-Russia-US talks open in Abu Dhabi with territory as key issue

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy says territorial disputes will be central, but Russia must be ready to end war it started.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/23/ukraine-russia-us-talks-open-in-abu-dhabi-with-territory-as-key-issue?traffic_source=rss

UK’s Starmer slams Trump over ‘insulting’ Afghanistan comments

Trump's comments on NATO allies unlikely to smooth relations as tensions linger after Greenland tariff threats.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/23/frankly-appalling-uks-starmer-slams-trump-over-afghanistan-comments?traffic_source=rss

‘Will act accordingly’: US threatens action against Haitian council

The Trump administration's message comes as Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council faces pressure to hold elections.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/22/will-act-accordingly-us-threatens-action-against-haitian-council?traffic_source=rss

Two popular Tunisian journalists handed three-year jail terms

Press rights campaigners slammed the case against Bohran Bssaies and Mourad Zghidi as "legal persecution".

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/22/two-popular-tunisian-journalists-handed-three-year-jail-terms?traffic_source=rss

Is the world’s rules-based order ruptured?

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says system is broken, with world powers employing force.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/1/22/is-the-worlds-rules-based-order-ruptured?traffic_source=rss

Ancient Khmer temples scarred by Thailand-Cambodia conflict

Ancient Khmer temples along the Thailand-Cambodia border have been damaged or destroyed by recent fighting.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/21/ancient-khmer-temples-scarred-by-thailand-cambodia-conflict?traffic_source=rss

Syrian government, SDF agree on a four-day ceasefire

Kurdish-led SDF accepts truce but reports continued attacks by government-allied forces, despite the agreement.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/20/syrian-government-sdf-agree-on-a-four-day-ceasefire?traffic_source=rss

Trump undermined antiwar vows in first year. Will Democrats seize on this?

Party leaders vow to hammer Trump on affordability in months ahead, with Venezuela, Greenland their latest cudgels.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/20/trump-undermined-antiwar-vows-in-first-year-will-democrats-seize-on-this?traffic_source=rss

UK to consider Australia-style ban on social media for children

UK ministers will visit Australia to gather information on the social media ban for under-16s implemented last month.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/20/uk-to-consider-australia-style-ban-on-social-media-for?traffic_source=rss

More than 100 vehicle pile-up leaves US motorists stranded in snowstorm

US weather forecasters warn of extremely cold temperatures, potential for winter storms across several states.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/20/more-than-100-vehicle-pile-up-leaves-us-motorists-stranded-in-snowstorm?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,426

These are the key developments from day 1,426 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/20/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1426?traffic_source=rss

Norway PM: Trump ‘preoccupied’ with Nobel Peace Prize on Greenland texts

Norway PM Jonas Gahr Store rebuked Donald Trump after after text exchange involving Greenland and the Nobel Peace Prize.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/19/norway-pm-trump-preoccupied-with-nobel-peace-prize-on-greenland-texts?traffic_source=rss

US Pentagon orders troops to prepare for potential Minnesota deployment

Arctic specialist troops would join 3,000 federal immigration agents patrolling Minneapolis and St Paul amid protests.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/19/pentagon-orders-troops-to-prepare-for-potential-minnesota-deployment?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,425

These are the key developments from day 1,425 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/18/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1425?traffic_source=rss

Senegal beat hosts Morocco to win AFCON 2025 after farcical walk-off

Pape Gueye scores in 1-0 win after extra time after Senegal leave the field to protest a penalty decision.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/18/senegal-beat-hosts-morocco-to-win-afcon-2025-after-farcical-walk-off?traffic_source=rss

Trump’s ‘board of peace’ appears to seek wider mandate beyond Gaza

While launched as part of Gaza ceasefire, Trump envisions board as 'bold new approach to resolving global conflicts'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/18/trumps-board-of-peace-appears-to-seek-wider-mandate-beyond-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,424

These are the key developments from day 1,424 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/18/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1424?traffic_source=rss

US urges de-escalation as Syrian army advances on Kurdish-held territory

Kurdish-led SDF accuses Syrian forces of violating withdrawal deal as they take key towns and oilfields.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/17/us-urges-de-escalation-as-syrian-army-advances-on-kurdish-territory?traffic_source=rss

Gaza buried under millions of tonnes of rubble

More than two years of Israeli bombardment have left Gaza buried under an estimated 61 million tonnes of rubble.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/16/gaza-buried-under-millions-of-tonnes-of-rubble?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,422

These are the key developments from day 1,422 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/16/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1422?traffic_source=rss

US says ‘all options on the table’ if Iran protest killings continue

Trump administration reiterates threat of 'grave consequences', but says executions of Iranian protesters halted.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/15/us-says-all-options-on-the-table-if-iran-protest-killings-continue?traffic_source=rss

‘We are stuck’: Young Ugandans want stability, opportunities on eve of vote

Tension as 81-year-old Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend four-decade rule in a country where 70% of people are under 35.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/14/young-ugandans-hope-for-stability-opportunities-on-eve-of-election?traffic_source=rss

UN chief warns he could refer Israel to ICJ over laws targetting UNRWA

In October 2024, Israel passed a law banning the agency for Palestinian refugees in Israel and occupied East Jerusalem.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/13/un-chief-warns-he-could-refer-israel-to-icj-over-laws-targetting-unrwa?traffic_source=rss

Minnesota protesters square off with ICE after deadly shooting

Protesters in Minneapolis, Minnesota confronted federal agents days after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/13/minnesota-protesters-square-off-with-ice-after-deadly-shooting?traffic_source=rss

Iranian FM Araghchi warns Iran ready for war if US wants to ‘test’ it

Foreign minister says he hopes Washington will choose ‘wise option’ of dialogue after Trump threatens US intervention.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/12/iranian-fm-araghchi-warns-iran-ready-for-war-if-us-wants-to-test-it?traffic_source=rss

Trump administration opens criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Central bank chair condemns 'intimidation' following grand jury subpoenas.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/1/12/trump-administration-opens-criminal-probe-into-fed-chair-jerome-powell?traffic_source=rss

Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico to retain Spanish Super Cup

Raphinha scores twice as Barcelona beat Real Madrid for second year running in the Spanish Super Cup with a 3-2 win.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/11/barcelona-beat-real-madrid-in-clasico-to-retain-spanish-super-cup?traffic_source=rss

Israeli forces kill one person in series of attacks on southern Lebanon

Israel claims its latest attacks on Lebanon were targeting alleged Hezbollah infrastructure.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/11/israeli-forces-kill-one-person-in-series-of-attacks-on-southern-lebanon?traffic_source=rss

Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Supercopa final 2026 – El Clasico, teams, start

Barcelona and Real Madrid bring the El Clasico to Spanish Super Cup final for a third year as the latter defend crown.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/10/barcelona-vs-real-madrid-supercopa-final-2026-el-clasico-teams-start?traffic_source=rss

Salah seals Egypt win against holders Ivory Coast to reach AFCON 2025 semis

Egypt set up semifinal meeting with Senegal at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations by beating Ivory Coast 3-2 in thriller.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/10/salah-seals-egypt-win-against-holders-ivory-coast-to-reach-afcon-2025-semis?traffic_source=rss

Diaz scores again as Morocco edge out Cameroon in AFCON 2025 quarterfinal

Real Madrid's Brahim Diaz continues 2025 AFCON scoring streak as Morocco edge out Cameroon in quarterfinals.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/9/morocco-edge-out-cameroon-to-reach-afcon-2025-semifinals?traffic_source=rss

Petro says Colombia cooperating with US ‘despite insults, threats’

Speaking to Al Jazeera, Gustavo Petro calls for 'shared government through dialogue' in Venezuela, leading to elections.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/9/petro-says-colombia-cooperating-with-us-despite-insults-threats?traffic_source=rss

Greenland should ‘take the lead’ in talks with US, foreign minister says

Vivian Motzfeldt says she has 'good expectations' for talks with Marco Rubio amid US threats to take over Greenland.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/9/greenland-should-take-the-lead-in-talks-with-us-foreign-minister-says?traffic_source=rss

New video of Minneapolis ICE shooting surfaces

New video has emerged of the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/9/new-video-of-minneapolis-ice-shooting-surfaces?traffic_source=rss

Real Madrid to face Barcelona in Spanish Super Club after beating Atletico

Real Madrid beat cross-city rivals Atletico Madrid in the Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup to set up Barcelona showdown.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/8/real-madrid-to-face-barcelona-in-spanish-super-club-after-beating-atletico?traffic_source=rss

Is AI headed for a breaking point?

From surveillance, job losses and resistance movements, what the next phase of AI could mean in 2026.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/the-take-2/2026/1/7/aje-onl-tt_glb_aipredictions2026_av_v3-070126?traffic_source=rss

ICE agent fatally shoots woman during Minneapolis immigration raid

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman during a large-scale raid.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/7/ice-agent-fatally-shoots-woman-during-minneapolis-immigration-raid?traffic_source=rss

Greenland allies vow action if Trump moves to seize world’s largest island

A German government source told the Reuters news agency that Berlin was 'closely working together' with other allies.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/7/european-allies-reiterate-support-for-greenland-amid-us-threats?traffic_source=rss

Truck crash in Ethiopia kills 22 people, dozens hurt

Road accident injured 65 people after the truck carrying migrants overturned in Semera town, local authorities say.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/6/truck-crash-in-ethiopia-kills-22-people-dozens-hurt?traffic_source=rss

Ivory Coast meet Egypt in 2025 AFCON quarters after easing by Burkina Faso

Holders Ivory Coast beat Burkina Faso 3-0 in last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations and now face Egypt in quarterfinals.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/6/ivory-coast-meet-egypt-in-2025-afcon-quarters-after-easing-by-burkina-faso?traffic_source=rss

US Supreme Court expected to rule on tariffs on Friday

Both conservative and liberal justices voiced concerns about the legality of the tariffs during arguments in November.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/1/6/us-supreme-court-expected-to-rule-on-tariffs-on-friday?traffic_source=rss

Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as Venezuela’s interim president

Venezuelan state TV footage shows Vice President Delcy Rodriguez being formally sworn in as interim president in Caracas

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/1/5/delcy-rodriguez-sworn-in-as-venezuelas-interim-president?traffic_source=rss

Venezuela decries ‘cowardly kidnapping’ as officials back Maduro

US secretary of state backtracks claims that the US will ‘run’ Venezuela, as Trump threatens country's acting president.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/4/venezuela-decries-cowardly-kidnapping-as-officials-back-maduro?traffic_source=rss

What might the US do next after Venezuela?

There are legal concerns about the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro, but little Western criticism.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/video/inside-story/2026/1/4/what-might-the-us-do-next-after-venezuela?traffic_source=rss

Swiss launch criminal investigation over deadly fire at ski resort bar

The managers are suspected of committing homicide, causing bodily harm and arson by negligence.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/3/swiss-launch-criminal-investigation-over-deadly-fire-at-ski-resort-bar?traffic_source=rss

South Africa vs Cameroon: AFCON 2025 – team news, start time, lineups

The tie of the round pits South Africa against Cameroon, with both teams hoping for a tilt at the 2025 AFCON title.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/1/3/south-africa-vs-cameroon-afcon-2025-team-news-start-time-and-lineups?traffic_source=rss

US judge orders DC pipe bomber to remain in custody ahead of trial

Prosecutors say Brian Cole confessed to planting bomb while parroting Trump's false claims 2020 election was stolen.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/2/us-judge-orders-dc-pipe-bomber-to-remain-in-custody-ahead-of-trial?traffic_source=rss

Countries demand Israel lift Gaza aid restrictions as Palestinians suffer

Qatar, Turkiye and six other countries urge 'unimpeded' humanitarian access to Gaza as Israel cracks down on aid groups.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/2/countries-demand-israel-lift-gaza-aid-restrictions-as-palestinians-suffer?traffic_source=rss

At least seven dead, dozens missing as migrant boat capsizes off The Gambia

Gambian authorities say 96 people rescued after boat capsizes along popular West African migration route.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/1/1/at-least-seven-dead-dozens-missing-as-migrant-boat-capsizes-off-the-gambia?traffic_source=rss