Chechen leader drives gun-mounted Tesla truck, invites Musk to Russia

Ramzan Kadyrov says Cybertruck will be given to Russian forces fighting in the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine hits second key bridge as continues incursion into Russia’s Kursk

Stating the incursion's aims for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine needs border 'buffer zone'.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906

As the war enters its 906th day, these are the main developments.

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Family, including six children, among 23 killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

As deadly attacks continue, UNRWA warns the so-called Gaza 'humanitarian zone' has shrunk to just 11% of the Strip.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/18/family-including-six-children-among-23-killed-in-israeli-attacks-on-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Nigeria police working to secure release of 20 kidnapped medical students

Nigerian Medical Association says students from universities of Jos and Maiduguri were taken while travelling in Benue.

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Israel critic, ‘Squad’ member Ilhan Omar wins Minnesota Democratic primary

Omar defeated former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels in primary for Minnesota's 5th congressional district.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/israel-critic-squad-member-ilhan-omar-wins-minnesota-democratic-primary?traffic_source=rss

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will step down in September

Kishida will not seek re-election as the leader of the ruling LDP in party elections next month.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 901

As the war enters its 901st day, these are the main developments.

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US clears $20bn in arms sales for Israel as atrocities continue in Gaza

More weapons sale approved as Israel bombs Gaza and prepares for anticipated retaliatory strikes by Iran and Hezbollah.

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Stern: The Man, the Gang and the State

Avraham Stern, leader of a Zionist armed group that fought the British in Palestine, aimed to create a Jewish state.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/al-jazeera-world/2024/8/13/stern-the-man-the-gang-and-the-state?traffic_source=rss

US orders submarine to Middle East, carrier strike group to sail faster

The move comes amid concerns of Iran's response following the killings of senior Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/12/us-orders-submarine-to-middle-east-carrier-strike-group-to-sail-faster?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 899

As the war enters its 899th day, these are the main developments.

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Curtain closes on Paris 2024 as Olympic flame passes to Los Angeles

The US and China ended the games with 40 gold medals each, but the US topped the table because it had more silvers.

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Hamas urges return to existing Gaza ceasefire proposal

The group has said it wants a truce plan based on US President Joe Biden's May 31 ceasefire proposal.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/11/hamas-urges-return-to-existing-gaza-ceasefire-proposal?traffic_source=rss

The Gaza Man: A Palestinian’s quest to make it to the Olympics

Mohammed Hamada is a champion weightlifter. But after struggling to survive in Gaza, he faces an uphill task.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/8/11/the-gaza-man-a-palestinians-quest-to-make-it-to-the-olympics?traffic_source=rss

Japan’s Nikkei slumps more than 10 percent in worst losses since 1987

Fears about the health of the US economy are hitting Japan's stock market and share indices around Asia.

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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un oversees transfer of missile launchers to border

North Korea has been expanding its short-range weaponry designed to overwhelm missile defences in South Korea.

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Mali breaks off diplomatic ties with Ukraine

Move comes amid controversy over attacks late last month targeting Malian soldiers and Russia's Wagner group.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 892

As thw war enters its 892nd day, these are the main developments.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 885

As the war enters its 885th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/29/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-885?traffic_source=rss

Trapped in Myanmar’s cyber-scam mills

Myanmar youth recount life inside a cyber-scam mill before a city's fall brought the scheme crashing down.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/longform/2024/7/29/trapped-in-myanmars-cyber-scam-mills?traffic_source=rss

Marchand wins France 400m IM Olympic gold, Peaty fails three-peat in Paris

World record holder Leon Marchand stormed to 400m individual medley gold, and Adam Peaty was upset in 100m breaststroke.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/7/28/marchand-wins-france-400m-im-gold-peaty-fails-three-peat-breaststroke-bid?traffic_source=rss

‘My baby girl was born on the street’: A traumatic birth in Gaza

On a cold night, Alaa gave birth on a dark road. Afterwards, she and her baby had to find a way to get to the hospital.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/7/28/my-baby-girl-was-born-on-the-street-a-traumatic-birth-in-gaza?traffic_source=rss

Horror, grief, trauma in Ethiopia’s Gofa a week after deadly landslides

Locals searching for the missing dig through mud by hand after more than 257 people were killed in the disaster.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/7/28/horror-grief-trauma-in-ethiopias-gofa-a-week-after-deadly-landslides?traffic_source=rss

Anant Ambani’s glitzy wedding highlights India’s ‘missing middle class’

India's middle class is much poorer than China's after decades of strong growth despite starting at a similar base.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/7/23/anant-ambanis-glitzy-wedding-highlights-indias-missing-middle-class?traffic_source=rss

‘I know Trump’s type’: Harris touts prosecutor past, gains most delegates

US Vice President Kamala Harris clinches majority of delegates ahead of Democratic National Convention next month.

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Biden’s legacy is Gaza genocide, Palestinian rights advocates say

As politicians laud US president's character, critics say Biden will be remembered for his support for Israeli 'crimes'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/22/bidens-legacy-is-gaza-genocide-palestinian-rights-advocates-say?traffic_source=rss

Kamala Harris hails Joe Biden’s legacy in first speech since he quit race

Harris lauds Biden for his service to the US in first public appearance since he abruptly abandoned his re-election bid.

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In Australia, energy crunch prompts a heated debate on going nuclear

Australia's opposition leader has proposed building the country's first nuclear plants, but many are unconvinced.

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Israeli army used Hannibal Directive during October 7 Hamas attack: Report

The directive is a controversial policy of Israel's military aimed at preventing the capture of its soldiers.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/7/israeli-army-used-hannibal-directive-during-october-7-hamas-attack-report?traffic_source=rss

What’s behind the creation of the Alliance of Sahel States?

Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have set up their own bloc, after leaving ECOWAS.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/7/7/whats-behind-the-creation-of-the-alliance-of-sahel-states?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 863

As the war enters its 863rd day, these are the main developments.

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US Supreme Court sidesteps ruling on Republican-backed social media laws

Top court declines to rule on Texas and Florida laws, but defends social media platforms' right to moderate content.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/7/2/us-supreme-court-sidesteps-ruling-on-republican-backed-social-media-laws?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 858

As the war enters its 858th day, these are the main developments.

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How Supreme Court’s immunity ruling ‘transforms’ US presidency

Experts say shielding official presidential action from prosecution undermines rule of law and enables abuse of power.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/1/how-supreme-courts-immunity-ruling-transforms-us-presidency?traffic_source=rss

France detains top film directors over sex abuse allegations

Benoit Jacquot and Jacques Doillon accused of sexual assault, charges the two men deny.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/1/france-detains-top-film-directors-over-sex-abuse-allegations?traffic_source=rss

US wants Boeing to plead guilty to fraud over fatal crashes, lawyers say

Boeing said to have until end of the coming week to accept or reject prosecutors' offer.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/7/1/us-wants-boeing-to-plead-guilty-to-fraud-over-fatal-crashes-lawyers-say?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 857

As the war enters its 857th day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/1/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-857?traffic_source=rss

Canada’s WestJet cancels most flights as mechanics strike

Plans of some 110,000 travellers upended after some 680 workers walk off the job.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/7/1/canadas-westjet-cancels-most-flights-as-mechanics-strike?traffic_source=rss

Indonesian band takes stand for Taiwan’s migrant workers

Southern Riot mix poetry and punk to create songs that rail against the exploitation and abuse of migrant workers.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/7/1/indonesian-band-takes-stand-for-taiwans-migrant-workers?traffic_source=rss

US prosecutors recommend criminal charges for Boeing, report says

US Justice Department has until July 7 to prosecute aircraft giant over breaches of settlement related to fatal crashes.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/6/24/us-prosecutors-recommend-criminal-charges-for-boeing-report-says?traffic_source=rss

Xi eyes military supremacy as he reorganises China’s armed forces

China's president stresses need for ongoing reform as he tightens his control over the People's Liberation Army.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/24/xi-eyes-military-supremacy-as-he-reorganises-chinas-armed-forces?traffic_source=rss

Bahrain and Iran agree to start talks aimed at restoring ties

Bahrain had cut ties with Iran in 2016, but relations improved following the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement last year.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/23/bahrain-and-iran-agree-to-start-talks-aimed-at-restoring-ties?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 849

As the war enters its 849th day, these are the main developments.

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North Korea sends more rubbish balloons to South after Kim sister’s threat

Kim Yo Jong had warned of a 'crisis of confrontation' if South Korea did not halt propaganda broadcasts.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/10/north-korea-sends-more-rubbish-balloons-to-south-after-kim-sisters-threat?traffic_source=rss

Onion exports: How Pakistan briefly won at India’s cost in unlikely matchup

While Pakistan celebrates onion export success, local consumers face soaring prices and financial strain.

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How is the plight of Israeli captives affecting ceasefire-deal chances?

The Israeli government is under pressure to secure the release of captives held in Gaza.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/6/9/how-is-the-plight-of-israeli-captives-affecting-ceasefire-deal-chances?traffic_source=rss

Bulgarians vote for new parliament amid distrust and fatigue

The snap vote, the sixth in three years, has been triggered by the collapse of a coalition government in March.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/9/bulgarians-vote-for-new-parliament-amid-distrust-and-fatigue?traffic_source=rss

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen assaulted by man in Copenhagen square

Police arrest one man and open investigation into incident in Kultorvet square that left prime minister 'shocked'.

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‘Humbling moment’: What will Modi 3.0 look like for India?

As Modi prepares to be sworn in with a reduced mandate, analysts say allies he depends on could serve as a check on him.

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Yemen’s Houthis detain UN staff, aid workers

UN says it is 'pursuing all available channels' to secure the safe release of its personnel 'as soon as possible'.

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Bahrain sent message through Russia to normalise ties with Iran: Official

Bahraini officials have previously said that Manama is seeking improved relations with Tehran after years of tensions.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/6/7/bahrain-sent-message-through-russia-to-normalise-ties-with-iran-official?traffic_source=rss

Italian media says Pope used homophobic slur in meeting with bishops

Pope Francis allegedly used the derogatory term when discussing whether gay men should be allowed to become priests.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/28/italian-media-says-pope-used-homophobic-slur-in-meeting-with-bishops?traffic_source=rss

UK’s Sunak pledges tax cuts for pensioners as Tories face election wipeout

Opposition Labour Party slams election pledge as latest 'desperate move' by governing party.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/5/28/uks-sunak-pledges-tax-cuts-for-pensioners-as-tories-face-election-wipeout?traffic_source=rss

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 823

As the war enters its 823rd day, these are the main developments.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/28/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-823?traffic_source=rss

What’s behind the rise in political violence in Mexico?

Election campaign marred by assassinations of dozens of candidates.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/5/27/whats-behind-the-rise-in-political-violence-in-mexico?traffic_source=rss

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Full list of squads for the 20 nations

Full squads of all 20 nations competing at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 in the US and Caribbean.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/5/26/hold_icc-mens-t20-world-cup-2024-full-squad-list?traffic_source=rss

At least 47 killed in Sudan army’s last Darfur stronghold el-Fasher

At least 30 civilians and 17 soldiers killed as RSF press deeper, towards the capital of North Darfur, governor says.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/25/at-least-47-killed-in-sudan-armys-last-stronghold-el-fasher?traffic_source=rss

Hamas official rejects talk of new negotiations with Israel

Israeli media have reported that Gaza ceasefire talks will resume on Tuesday in Cairo.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/25/hamas-official-rejects-talk-of-new-negotiations-with-israel?traffic_source=rss

Colombia’s ex-President Uribe charged with witness tampering

Uribe, who was president from 2002 to 2010, faces up to 12 years in prison for witness tampering and bribing witnesses.

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