FIFA cancels World Cup tickets for about 60 fans who got them for free
Mispriced tickets were sold through the official World Cup site ahead of next week's showpiece event for FIFA.
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Israel maintains deadly attacks despite US-brokered deal with Lebanon
A dozen killed as Israeli army also issues new forced displacement orders for several towns in southern Lebanon.
Israel maintains attacks despite US-brokered deal with Lebanon
The Israeli army also issues new forced displacement orders for several towns and villages in southern Lebanon.
Celtic fans oppose Keane as potential manager after Israel role
Ireland's record goalscorer Robbie Keane played for Celtic but his link to manager's job is facing criticism.
Iran footballers hand passports to US embassy for World Cup visa approval
Iran will fly to Mexico on Saturday to their home base at 2026 World Cup, while all their games are played in the US.
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Fujimori vs Sanchez: What to know about Peru’s presidential run-off election
The run-off follows a tumultuous first round of voting, which saw long lines, delayed results and accusations of fraud.
Ukrainian marine drone explodes at Romanian port
A malfunctioning Ukrainian naval drone has caused an explosion at a key Black Sea port in Romania.
How the US naval blockade has bled Iran of nearly $6bn in oil revenues
Iran is exporting less than one-sixth of the oil it was shipping before the war began.
Drone explosion in Romanian port spurs Ukraine war spillover fears
European Commission president warns that the maritime drone attack was a 'direct consequence' of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Inside Syria’s fight against the Captagon trade
Anti-narcotics units in Syria raid homes and seize pills as the government fights back against the Captagon trade.
Nazi salutes, Sikhs abused: Tensions grip UK after Henry Nowak’s murder
Although the victim's father has warned against exploiting his family's tragedy, far-right groups are rallying.
Nazi salutes, Sikhs abused: Tensions soar in UK after Henry Nowak’s murder
Although the killed teen's father has warned against exploiting his family's tragedy, far-right groups are rallying.
Mexico World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group matches and squad
El Tri lost in the last 16 in seven consecutive World Cups but have higher hopes for the 2026 tournament.
South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest
South Korean police break up 35-hour polling station protest
UN boosts Lebanon aid appeal as Israeli war drives humanitarian crisis
The UN says it needs nearly $640m to help Lebanon over the next six months.
Hamas says won’t surrender arms but only police will carry weapons in Gaza
Hamas official Husam Badran, in an exclusive interview, lays out what the group is ready to do ahead of Cairo talks.
Shakira and Burna Boy opening World Cup in Mexico, Katy Perry headlines US
Katy Perry will front the opening US World Cup game, while Alanis Morissette and Michael Buble will open Canada's games.
US-Iran war pushing millions into food crisis, warns UN
WFP warns that the war is causing substantial increases in food prices in a number of countries.
Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?
The first stage of the 2026 World Cup 2026 features 12 groups. We've ranked them and picked the favourites to advance.
IAEA brokers Ukraine ceasefire to allow nuclear plant repairs
Concerns over the safety of the Zaporizhzhia plant, Europe's largest, have been rife throughout Russia's war on Ukraine.
Zelenskyy asks Putin for meeting: What’s he offering, could Russia accept?
Russia and Ukraine have been holding peace talks since the war began in 2022, but with no concrete outcome.
How the world failed a mother’s children, killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza
How the world failed a mother’s children, killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza
Thousands protest in Albania over Kushner-linked resort project
Thousands protest in Albania over Kushner-linked resort project.
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
FIFA World Cup 2026 talking points: NFL-style half-time show, kits and more
Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off next week.
Iran beat Mali in final warm-up before heading to World Cup
Iran beat Mali in their final competitive match before departing for their Mexico base for the 2026 World Cup.
US raises pressure on Cuba as it sanctions President Diaz-Canel
Measures come as Cuba continues to experience food shortages and blackouts.
Sooryavanshi in line for T20 call as India fast-track 15-year-old to top
Following his run topping display at the IPL, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is being lined up as India's youngest player.
Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036
Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036.
French-Iranian Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies of ‘sadness’
Satrapi's autobiographical novel was born from her experiences of Iran's Islamic revolution and war with Iraq.