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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Rwanda sues UK over scrapped asylum seeker deal

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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