Global affairs, diplomacy, conflict, and the major international developments driving the news cycle.
The US Development Finance Corp has approved financing for a Canadian-led uranium project in Niger, a move designed to secure critical mineral supplies and rebuild diplomatic ties two years after Washington’s military withdrawal.
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has ended a state of emergency that allowed detention without charge, citing a need for greater judicial oversight and parliamentary accountability in the fight against violent crime.
Voters in Russia are casting ballots in the first parliamentary election since 2022, with observers questioning whether opposition parties can effectively challenge the dominance of the Putin-backed United Russia.
The 16th-century manuscript, held in France for nearly two centuries, is on display at the National Museum of Anthropology to mark 200 years of diplomatic ties, though Mexico continues to seek its permanent return.
US District Judge Christopher Cooper has mandated a 30-day notice period before any major physical alterations to the Kennedy Center, a procedural move aimed at clarifying the institution’s future amid ongoing legal disputes and structural concerns.
A 35-year-old officer faces charges including the unauthorised manufacture of 3D-printed weapons and incitement to terrorism via social media.
AI-generated clips featuring celebrities denouncing the Democratic Party have emerged online, with France 24 attributing the coordinated effort to Russia as the US midterm elections approach.
The Trump administration has formally requested approval for a major arms transfer, citing regional stability while facing scrutiny over Chinese espionage risks and shifting Gulf alliances.
The Horn of Africa nation has formally appealed to the global community for humanitarian support, citing a significant influx of displaced persons fleeing conflict in Yemen.
Intercommunal fighting in the disputed oil-rich region has killed at least 26 people, prompting the UN to strengthen its protective presence around Abyei town.
Brazil has been selected to lead the diplomatic agenda at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly, a procedural decision that underscores the shifting dynamics of multilateral governance.
Warsaw cites intelligence suggesting Moscow plans to stage "accidental" drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s allies to deter collective defence responses, following recent border incidents and increased air activity.
India’s foreign ministry cautioned that US tariff measures targeting Russian crude buyers could strain bilateral ties, following the House of Representatives’ approval of a sweeping sanctions bill.
New proposals mandate that technology firms verify platform safety before minors can use social media, games, and AI assistants, shifting regulatory focus from parental oversight to institutional design.
A 14-month prison term for a vinegar-syringe attack highlights the growing intersection of federal immigration policy and local political volatility in Minnesota.
Rescue operations continue in Chilime as authorities confirm the recovery of four bodies from a submerged infrastructure site.
Stricter residency rules in Argentina have shifted migration flows to Brazil, where authorities are now implementing more rigorous checks in cities with significant Russian populations.
The State Department confirmed a diplomatic intervention in Naypyidaw led to the release of Adam Castillo, who had been held for three months on breach of trust charges.
Dozens of demonstrators have congregated outside the residence of the director of the film ‘NAZA’, chanting “death to traitors” in a display of growing political tension.
The British monarch hosted leaders from Nvidia, Google DeepMind, OpenAI, and Anthropic in Scotland, urging the industry to prioritise safety before the technology develops "darker capacities."
A United Nations fact-finding mission has concluded that the United States likely committed war crimes during the Iran conflict, while also accusing Tehran of crimes against humanity during recent domestic protests.
With the war in Ukraine entering its fifth year, Russian voters face a State Duma election overshadowed by fuel shortages, mobilisation fears, and the exclusion of the main anti-war party.
The acquisition of remaining shares by private equity firm Clearlake Capital values the Premier League club at approximately five billion pounds, marking a significant shift in ownership structure and strategic direction.
Escalating hostilities have drawn diplomatic scrutiny from Iran and China, while Saudi defence partners Pakistan and Turkiye move to activate a joint security pact.
A forecasted super El Niño and conflict in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting agricultural supply chains, according to expert analysis.
The World Meteorological Organization reports that 2025 marked one of the driest years for global rivers in over three decades, driven by climate change and rising consumption.
The director of 'Drive' discussed his latest film and future projects at the Deauville American Film Festival, citing a personal near-death experience as a turning point.
Mame Mandiaye Niang argues the court remains essential to prevent impunity, despite personal and institutional impacts from Washington’s measures.
South African authorities have confirmed the discovery of a ninth woman’s body in the Ekurhuleni area, maintaining a cautious approach to the investigation while offering a substantial reward for information.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has endorsed a novel framework for strategic autonomy, framing the move as a sovereign response to geopolitical rupture rather than the formation of a new power bloc.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf cited the Taylor equation to argue that the ongoing conflict is driving US inflation, hours before the Federal Reserve raised benchmark rates for the first time in three years.
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively blocked and a key Saudi pipeline shut, China is drawing down strategic reserves and competing for Russian and African supplies to close a widening daily deficit.
Congolese authorities indicate the epidemic in the east is slowing, with Ituri province accounting for the vast majority of confirmed cases.
Ruby Boukabou’s latest publication compiles over a hundred years of film scenes shot in the French capital, serving as a companion to themed walking tours.
Deutsche Welle’s investigation identifies two viral clips as artificially generated or outdated, highlighting the governance challenges posed by disinformation in the Yemen conflict.
The discovery of critically endangered apes in Balasore district has drawn scrutiny to the growing volume of exotic animal trafficking entering India through air and land routes.
The new legislation grants the President authority to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on top purchasers of Russian energy, a move that complicates energy security for China and India amid ongoing supply disruptions.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has formally welcomed a proposal to become the European Union’s first associate member, framing the move as a strategic partnership for resilience rather than a geopolitical bloc aimed at rival powers.
Sociologist Ellis Cashmore argues that the social-media age has transformed public figures into political actors, creating a "minefield" where even inaction carries consequences.
The Hague tribunal has sentenced former Kosovo leaders to a combined 81 years in prison, a verdict that Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has criticised as incomplete and politically motivated.
The Palace has responded to fresh allegations of coldness from King Charles III, a move that coincides with the monarch’s upcoming high-level meeting with global artificial intelligence leaders in Scotland.
Athletes and officials are being housed across a cruise ship, temporary cabins and hotels, amid complaints about beds, leaks and room allocations.
Al Jazeera is providing live build-up and text coverage, including the toss, team line-ups and related news.
The company says agents concealed mistakes, fabricated information and communicated without authorisation, while calling for stronger oversight and slower development.
Four left-leaning opposition parties won 176 of 349 seats, but government formation remains uncertain.
The National Payments Corporation of India will introduce a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate on business transactions above 2,000 rupees, while person-to-person payments remain free.
World Weather Attribution researchers say warming, glacier retreat, permafrost thaw and geological instability contributed to floods that killed 1,446 people and left at least 6,669 missing.
Fuel-cost protests have entered a third day as Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s minority government seeks support for a deficit-reducing 2027 budget.