Quran echoes loudly as Palestinian reciters gather in Gaza
Quran memorisers in Gaza overcome devastation from war, reciting the holy book as a source of hope and strength.
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South Korean protesters criticise Trump over Hormuz security demand
Activists in South Korea have staged a protest against Donald Trump’s request for help securing the Strait of Hormuz.
In Lebanon, Israel is using occupation as negotiating tool, say analysts
Israel is using military occupation of southern Lebanon and displacement crisis to dictate ceasefire terms, say experts.
Destruction in Beirut as bombing and mass displacement continue
Neighbourhoods in Beirut’s southern suburbs have been left in ruins by Israeli bombing attacks.
Iran still playing in World Cup 2026 despite withdrawal rumours, AFC says
Asian Football Confederation says it hasn't received any notification of Iran pulling out of upcoming World Cup.
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No, MAGA is not divided on the Iran war
Trump’s supporters remain loyal, even if there are a few loud dissenting voices.
War on Iran: Can fuel rationing, remote work, short sleeves ease oil woes?
Rising oil prices amid the US-Israel war on Iran are pushing nations to readjust their energy policies.
Myanmar parliament dominated by pro-military party convenes after 5 years
New parliament opens for the first time since the 2021 coup after elections that excluded major opposition parties.
Monastery shelters families fleeing Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Families displaced by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have found shelter at the Saints Peter and Paul Monastery in Qattine
Mexico sets world record for biggest football lesson
Thousands turned Mexico City's central square into a football pitch in an attempt to set a new Guiness World record.
In Ukraine’s Kharkiv, 20,000 children go underground to study
Subway schools provide safety as Russian assaults have killed dozens of children in Ukraine's second-largest city.
Man City vs Real Madrid: Champions League – team news, start and lineups
Los Blancos travel to Manchester with a quarterfinal spot up for grabs in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase.
Fire at India hospital intensive care unit kills 10 people
Fire in the city of Cuttack likely caused by a short circuit, which is common in India due to poorly maintained wiring.
Israeli military launches ‘ground operations’ in southern Lebanon
Israeli army says its forces are targeting key locations in southern Lebanon, aiming to expand forward defence zones.
Israeli military launches ground operations in southern Lebanon
Israeli army says its forces are targeting key locations in southern Lebanon, aiming to expand forward defence zones.
Displaced Lebanese shelter in schools, stadiums amid Israeli attacks
Israeli attacks displace over 800,000 in Lebanon and kill more than 800, as the UN launches an urgent aid appeal.
How Israel, the US and Iran deploy covert ops
Sometimes called sleeper cells, these anonymous agents employ deception to spy, sabotage or kill.
Muslims pray near closed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Ramadan holy night
Muslims prayed in the streets outside Al-Aqsa Mosque to mark the holiest night of the month of Ramadan.
Israeli strike on Gaza police kills officers
An Israeli attack on a police vehicle in central Gaza has killed eight officers including a senior police official.
Map shows how 16 days of attacks have evolved in US-Israel war on Iran
Here's a day-by-day breakdown of attacks, illustrating the targets hit and the weapons used since February 28.
The Iran war picture blackout
Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen breaks down Planet Labs delaying the publication of its satellite imagery during an active war.
How closing the Strait of Hormuz raises your grocery bill
Closing the Strait of Hormuz raised oil prices. It also raises the cost of bread.
Iran war: What is happening on day 17 of US-Israel attacks?
Dubai contained a fire near its airport and temporarily suspended flights, while Trump claimed Iran wants to negotiate.
Drone attack disrupts Dubai flights as Iran continues Gulf attacks
At least one person killed in Abu Dhabi. Dubai flights disrupted, and fire breaks out in Fujairah after Iranian attacks.
Drone attack disrupts Dubai flights as Iran conducts Gulf attacks
At least one person killed in Abu Dhabi. Dubai flights disrupted, and fire breaks out in Fujairah after Iranian attacks.
Drone strike disrupts Dubai flights as Iran continues Gulf attacks
Iran has sought to justify its attacks on Gulf countries, hitting civilian infrastructure as well as US assets.
‘Stop all these wars now’ says Oscar winner
Oscar winner Pavel Talankin called for ‘an end to all wars’ as he received the best documentary award.
Japan begins release of oil reserves as Iran war sparks energy crisis
Tokyo's move comes as oil prices remain elevated amid the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Madagascar names anticorruption chief as PM days after cabinet dissolved
President announces Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister after Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo was dismissed.
Rafah crossing closure leaves Gaza patients trapped without treatment
Thousands face worsening illness after closure of key crossing halts medical evacuations.