Pachuca shock Al Ahly to face Real Madrid in Intercontinental Cup final

Pachuca beat Al Ahly to set up Intercontinental Cup final with Spanish giants Real Madrid in Qatar.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/12/15/real-madrid-meet-pachuca-in-intercontinental-final-after-shock-al-ahly-exit?traffic_source=rss

ICJ weighs legal responsibility for climate change, ‘future of our planet’

The World Court's 15 judges will consider arguments made by over 100 countries in a case led by Vanuatu, island nations.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/14/icj-weighs-legal-responsibility-for-climate-change-future-of-our-planet?traffic_source=rss

More than 30 Palestinians killed in an Israeli strike on Nuseirat

Over 30 Palestinians, including women and children were killed in an Israeli airstrikes on Nuseirat.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/12/13/more-than-30-palestinians-killed-in-an-israeli-strike-on-nuseirat?traffic_source=rss

Will Syria’s new leadership be inclusive and recognised by world powers?

Ahmed al-Sharaa is promising justice, stability and unity.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/12/13/will-syrias-new-leadership-be-inclusive-and-recognised-by-world-powers?traffic_source=rss

Chemical weapons watchdog urges probe in Syria after al-Assad toppled

Call by OPCW comes as Israel continues to strike Syria days after ouster of president by opposition forces.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/12/chemical-weapons-watchdog-urges-probe-in-syria-after-al-assad-toppled?traffic_source=rss

France’s Macron set to name new prime minister on Friday

French president's office says a new PM will be named Friday morning following Michel Barnier's resignation last week.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/12/frances-macron-set-to-name-new-prime-minister-on-friday?traffic_source=rss

Will Biden administration’s final push for a ceasefire in Gaza succeed?

Two top US diplomats travel to the Middle East to push negotiations to end Israel's war on Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/12/12/will-biden-administrations-final-push-for-a-ceasefire-in-gaza-succeed?traffic_source=rss

Hundreds march at Mazen al-Hamada’s funeral in Damascus

Hundreds of mourners marched at the funeral of Syrian activist Mazen al-Hamada, who was found dead this week.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/12/12/hundreds-march-at-mazen-al-hamadas-funeral-in-damascus?traffic_source=rss

Across Asia, the ‘manosphere’ cheers the return of Donald Trump

Young men from China to South Korea are celebrating Trump's re-election as a victory against anti-male sentiment.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/12/12/across-asia-the-manosphere-cheers-the-return-of-donald-trump?traffic_source=rss

Brian Mast: Pro-Israel hawk set to lead US House foreign policy panel

Rights advocates decry the nomination of the Florida Republican, who has compared Palestinian civilians to Nazis.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/11/brian-mast-pro-israel-hawk-set-to-lead-us-house-foreign-policy-panel?traffic_source=rss

FBI head Wray to step down, clearing way for controversial Trump pick Patel

Trump has regularly criticised Wray for role in probes into former president and was widely expected to fire him.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/11/fbi-head-wray-to-step-down-clearing-way-for-controversial-trump-pick-patel?traffic_source=rss

Will the status of Syrian refugees in Europe change?

Several European countries pause Syrian asylum requests days after the al-Assad dynasty collapsed.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/12/11/will-the-status-of-syrian-refugees-in-europe-change?traffic_source=rss

US trade office initiates investigation into Nicaragua human rights abuses

Trade representative Katherine Tai denounced the government of Daniel Ortega for 'repressive acts' against critics.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/11/us-trade-office-initiates-investigation-into-nicaragua-human-rights-abuses?traffic_source=rss

Houthis clash with US Navy ships in the Gulf of Aden

The US military says it has intercepted a barrage of missiles and drones fired by the Yemen-based group.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/11/houthis-clash-with-us-navy-ships-in-the-gulf-of-aden?traffic_source=rss

Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO attacker Mangione fights New York extradition

Mangione appears in court day after arrest in Pennsylvania for murder of Brian Thompson in Midtown Manhattan.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/10/accused-unitedhealthcare-ceo-attacker-mangione-fights-new-york-extradition?traffic_source=rss

‘Our homes were destroyed’ Palestinian residents return to Yarmouk camp

Residents of the Yarmouk Palestinian refugee camp have started returning to their homes.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/12/10/our-homes-were-destroyed-palestinian-residents-return-to-yarmouk-camp?traffic_source=rss

Man arrested over insurance executive murder

New York City police have announced the arrest of a man in connection with the murder of Brian Thompson.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2024/12/9/man-arrested-over-insurance-executive-murder?traffic_source=rss

Trump lays out agenda, including mass deportations, in TV interview

US president-elect promises to make good on election pledges of ending birthright citizenship, expanding tariffs.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/9/trump-lays-out-agenda-including-mass-deportations-in-tv-interview?traffic_source=rss

‘Net tightening’ around UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect, NYC mayor says

New York Mayor Eric Adams says the suspect in the killing of Brian Thompson will be brought to justice.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/9/net-tightening-around-unitedhealth-ceo-murder-suspect-nyc-mayor-says?traffic_source=rss

US announces air strikes on ISIL targets in Syria after al-Assad’s fall

US Central Command says it struck more than 75 targets to ensure group does not exploit end of Syrian leader's rule.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/9/us-announces-air-strikes-on-isil-targets-in-syria-sfter-al-assadss-fall?traffic_source=rss

US caught by surprise as Syria overthrows al-Assad: Analysis

Biden praises, warns of uncertainty as analysts question his administration's years-long deprioritisation of Syria.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/12/8/us-caught-surprise-syria-overthrows-al-assad-analysis?traffic_source=rss