Why has China recognised Taliban’s envoy to Beijing?

Beijing’s move is being seen as a shot in the arm for the Taliban as it struggles for global recognition amid sanctions.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 722

As the war enters its 722nd day, these are the main developments.

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‘Disappointed’: Indonesians reflect on legacy of departing Joko Widodo

While economic growth and infrastructure improved under Jokowi's watch, some worry about democratic decline.

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Biden’s frustrations with Netanyahu ‘meaningless’ without action: Analysts

US president must do more than criticise Israeli leader behind closed doors, advocates say, as Rafah offensive looms.

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Pro-Palestinian activists respond to Israel’s Super Bowl ad

Pro-Palestinian activists have been sharing a video in response to an Israeli advert for the Super Bowl

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 719

As the war enters its 719th day, these are the main developments.

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Taylor Swift cheers on boyfriend Travis Kelce at Super Bowl

The 14-time Grammy-winner completed the Japan leg of her Eras Tour on Saturday before returning to US on a private jet.

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Is Israel in breach of the ruling by the International Court of Justice?

The military offensive in Gaza has persisted despite a United Nations court order to end plausible acts of genocide.

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Villa Mokbel: New hope for Beirut’s forgotten architectural gem

The stunning but dilapidated mansion is hosting a special kind of exhibition: seeking someone new to love it

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Qatar keep AFC Asian Cup trophy at home with 3-1 win over Jordan

Qatar became the first country in 20 years to win back-to-back Asian Cup titles with a 3-1 win over Jordan.

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Taylor Swift lands in US ahead of Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl showing

Swift is expected to attend the biggest event of the US sporting calendar on Sunday to cheer on her boyfriend.

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Q&A: Indonesia’s Prabowo Subianto ‘confident’ of election victory

Frontrunner tells Al Jazeera in exclusive interview that he will work for 'the good of Indonesia'.

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Yemen’s Houthis say 17 rebels killed in US-led attacks

Mourners gathering at public funerals in Sanaa say they remain resolute in their position on Israel's war on Gaza.

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Pakistan’s Khan, Sharif claim election win, despite no clear majority

Protests erupted across the country over delays as final results of Thursday's elections have not yet been released.

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Hungary’s President Katalin Novak resigns

Announcement follows outrage over Novak's pardoning of a man convicted in a child sexual abuse case.

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‘Blood and sweat’: Myanmar resistance fights to overturn military coup

Three years after the generals' power grab, anti-coup fighters say they want them out of Myanmar's politics.

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Argentina lawmakers debate Milei’s ‘omnibus’ economic reform bill

Opposition has pledged to block president's mega-bill to reform the economy, politics and even aspects of private life.

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South Korea’s stunning comeback breaks Saudi Arabian hearts

Saudi Arabia dominated for much of the last 16 Asian Cup clash but South Korea emerged victorious on penalties.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/1/30/south-koreas-stunning-comeback-breaks-saudi-arabian-hearts-asian-cup?traffic_source=rss

What’s behind the renewed violence on South Sudan’s border with Sudan?

More than 50 people were killed in the violence along the border between Sudan and South Sudan.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/1/30/whats-behind-the-renewed-violence-on-south-sudans-border-with-sudan?traffic_source=rss

Qatar PM says ‘good progress’ in Gaza truce, captives negotiations

Doha says intelligence officials from Egypt, Israel and the US working to secure Gaza truce and release of captives.

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North Korea’s Kim ‘guided’ submarine-launched cruise missile test: KCNA

Second test of weapon in days as North Korea accelerates efforts to modernise its navy.

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