Target becomes latest US firm to end DEI initiatives

The move comes after US President Trump ended DEI hiring in gov't jobs and encouraged the private sector to do the same.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/1/24/target-becomes-latest-us-firm-to-end-dei-initiatives?traffic_source=rss

Trump pulls security protections for Mike Pompeo, John Bolton

Hawkish foreign policy advisers from Trump's first presidency have faced alleged assassination threats from Iran.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/23/trump-pulls-security-protections-for-mike-pompeo-john-bolton?traffic_source=rss

Sudan’s army accused of ethnic killings after recapturing strategic city

Sudan's army was welcomed after taking Wad Madani, but has been accused of carrying out reprisal attacks since then.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/longform/2025/1/23/sudans-army-accused-of-ethnic-killings-after-recapturing-strategic-city?traffic_source=rss

What is Israel’s deadly ‘Iron Wall’ military raid in the West Bank’s Jenin?

The military attack on Jenin began on Tuesday. At least 12 Palestinians have been killed across the governorate.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/23/what-is-israels-deadly-iron-wall-military-raid-in-the-west-banks-jenin?traffic_source=rss

Syria’s FM calls on economic sanctions to be lifted for stability

Syria’s foreign minister calls on economic sanctions to be lifted for stability.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/22/syrias-fm-calls-on-economic-sanctions-to-be-lifted-for-stability?traffic_source=rss

‘There will be changes’: Marco Rubio confirmed as US secretary of state

In a speech on Tuesday, Rubio defended his department's employees but warned of alterations to come under Trump.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/21/there-will-be-changes-marco-rubio-confirmed-as-us-secretary-of-state?traffic_source=rss

Trump’s UN ambassador pick says Israel has ‘biblical right’ to West Bank

At a hearing, Elise Stefanik pledged to continue the US's defence of Israel and advance Trump's 'America First' agenda.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/21/trumps-un-ambassador-pick-says-israel-has-biblical-right-to-west-bank?traffic_source=rss

Dozens protest in Washington, DC during Trump inauguration

Dozens of people gathered at a park near central Washington, DC to protest a wide range of issues.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/20/dozens-protest-in-washington-dc-during-trump-inauguration?traffic_source=rss

Donald Trump lays out executive orders in address

During his inauguration address US President Donald Trump outlined a series of executive actions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/20/donald-trump-lays-out-executive-orders-in-address?traffic_source=rss

No tariffs on Day 1, but Trump promises to ‘drill, baby, drill’

Long-debated tariff threats do not materialise on first day of Trump's presidency but haven't gone away.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/1/20/no-tariffs-on-day-1-but-trump-promises-to-drill-baby-drill?traffic_source=rss

Tears, hugs greet 90 Palestinian women, children freed from Israeli prisons

Jubilant crowds of relatives, friends and well wishers gathered to celebrate the release of 90 Palestinian prisoners.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/20/celebrations-as-90-detained-palestinians-freed-from-israeli-prisons?traffic_source=rss

‘My children, my children’: The Gaza family killed minutes before ceasefire

The al-Qidra family wanted to go back home. They didn't know that the Israel-Hamas ceasefire had been delayed.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/19/my-children-my-children-the-gaza-family-killed-minutes-before-ceasefire?traffic_source=rss

Captives released by Hamas as part of Gaza ceasefire arrive back in Israel

Three Israeli captives have been returned to Israel from Gaza after Hamas released them as part of the ceasefire deal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/19/captives-released-by-hamas-as-part-of-gaza-ceasefire-arrive-back-in-israel?traffic_source=rss

Israel delays Gaza ceasefire due to captive names not provided

Israeli PM says the ceasefire in Gaza will not begin until Hamas releases the names of the first phase captives.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2025/1/19/israel-delays-gaza-ceasefire-due-to-captive-names-not-provided?traffic_source=rss

Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire won’t start until Hamas gives captives list

Israeli PM orders army not to begin truce until names are released. Hamas says delay due to 'technical field reasons'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/19/netanyahu-warns-gaza-ceasefire-wont-begin-until-hamas-gives-captives-list?traffic_source=rss

Trump admin to launch immigration raids on day one amid deportation push

Several large cities are reportedly expected to be hit by Trump's immigration authorities shortly after inauguration.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/18/trump-admin-to-launch-immigration-raids-on-day-one-amid-deportation-push?traffic_source=rss

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

The deal is due to take effect from Sunday and involves the exchange of captives held in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/israeli-cabinet-approves-gaza-ceasefire-deal?traffic_source=rss

Gaza atrocities will ‘haunt’ Antony Blinken, says former US diplomat

Hala Rharrit calls for accountability for US officials who ensured the flow of arms to Israel despite abuses in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/gaza-atrocities-will-haunt-antony-blinken-says-former-us-diplomat?traffic_source=rss

Former CIA employee pleads guilty to leaking files on Israel’s Iran strikes

Asif William Rahman has pled guilty to transmitting classified national defence information, US Justice Department says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/17/former-cia-employee-pleads-guilty-to-leaking-files-on-israels-iran-strikes?traffic_source=rss

Mark Carney, ex-Bank of Canada governor, launches bid to replace Trudeau

Carney slams Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre at his leadership campaign launch and vows to build Canada's economy.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/16/mark-carney-ex-bank-of-canada-governor-launches-bid-to-replace-trudeau?traffic_source=rss

Can the ceasefire agreement lead to lasting peace in Gaza?

Deal between Israel and Hamas seeks to end 15 months of war.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2025/1/16/can-the-ceasefire-agreement-lead-to-lasting-peace-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss