Global affairs, diplomacy, conflict, and the major international developments driving the news cycle.
Following President Emmanuel Macron’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, Paris and Rabat are deepening cooperation in defence, security, and advanced technology to counter growing geopolitical competition in the region.
Ukrainian officials confirm fires in Sviatoshynskyi and Darnytskyi districts following ballistic missile assault, which occurred shortly after the signing of a new agreement to merge Ukrainian battlefield expertise with European industrial capacity.
Reports from Al Jazeera confirm that wildfire smoke has covered Toronto and the broader Ontario region, resulting in orange-hued skies.
American forces report disabling an Iranian oil tanker while Iranian media cite explosions at three strategic locations, prompting air raid warnings in Bahrain and Kuwait.
The victory marks Argentina’s second consecutive knockout-stage comeback and secures a meeting with the reigning European champions in New Jersey on Sunday.
The US Department of Justice has refused a request from New Mexico for unredacted federal records related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing federal law and victim privacy protections, while state officials warn that the delay is degrading evidence and making witnesses unreachable.
The scheduled primetime speech comes amid heightened partisan tensions, with Democrats warning the address aims to justify federal interference in state-run elections.
The Japanese broadcaster NHK News Japan confirmed the death of Susumu Tonegawa on July 16, noting he passed away on July 11 at the age of 86.
Lautaro Martinez scores in stoppage time as Lionel Messi orchestrates turnaround, setting up title decider in New Jersey while England head to third-place playoff.
Escalating hostilities, including US airstrikes that killed seven Iranian troops and a renewed port blockade, have led Iran to abandon its interim ceasefire agreement, prompting retaliatory claims and regional condemnation.
The abrupt denial of protection for a key witness in the Wagner disinformation network case highlights tensions between national security protocols and the obligations of liberal democracies to protect those exposing covert influence operations.
The youngest defence minister in Ukraine’s history leaves post as President Zelensky reshuffles government following prime minister’s exit.
Tensions rise between Washington and Mexico City as Trump administration escalates rhetoric and designates new criminal groups as terrorists.
New negotiations in Rome aim to operationalise a US-brokered agreement, but significant obstacles remain regarding Israeli withdrawal and the disarmament of Hezbollah.
Lautaro Martinez’s stoppage-time header cancels out Anthony Gordon’s opener as Argentina advance to their second consecutive final
Lautaro Martinez’s 92nd-minute header completes comeback as Enzo Fernandez’s equaliser cancels out Anthony Gordon’s opener in Atlanta semi-final.
NHK reports ruling party aims to secure amendment by 17 July, but related decentralisation measures require session prolongation.
Reigning champions Argentina and top-ranked England play out a goalless first half, with two yellow cards issued as tensions flare on the pitch.
A decade after the failed 2016 coup attempt, Turkiye remains deeply divided over the event’s legacy, according to a new anniversary report.
A new survey by the Pew Research Center shows China is viewed more positively than the United States in 25 of 36 countries, with Chinese President Xi Jinping outperforming Donald Trump in 22 jurisdictions.
The court’s decision upholds strict drug prohibitions, denying legal recognition for the sacramental use of marijuana within the Rastafarian community.
London’s Metropolitan Police have charged a 14-year-old boy with preparation of terrorist acts linked to extreme right-wing ideology, following an investigation that began with a minor criminal offence.
Thousands of Argentina fans held a banderazo in the streets of Atlanta on Tuesday, marking the buildup to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final against England.
The European Commission has entered into a new arrangement with Ukraine to boost the joint manufacturing of battlefield drones, marking a significant step in institutionalising Kyiv’s operational knowledge within the bloc’s defence industrial base.
The lower house has adopted the bill, fulfilling a key campaign promise, though final ratification by the constitutional authority remains required before France joins the small group of nations permitting the practice.
Joint initiative by European Athletics and the European Broadcasting Union introduces specific camera angle prohibitions and encourages wider, aerial perspectives to protect competitors from inappropriate coverage.
The detention of the former officer marks the latest in a series of prosecutions targeting the Assad regime, occurring just days after Syria’s reinstatement into the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.
A 90-minute US strike campaign coincides with reimposed port blockade, prompting IRGC retaliation and diplomatic stalemate despite recent interim deal.
NHK News Japan reports that the fourth-ranked English side seeks its first final appearance in six decades, while top-ranked Argentina aims for consecutive final berths.
The release of the 66-year-old government critic follows pressure from international media rights groups, though his ability to leave the country remains uncertain.
The installation, reported by Al Jazeera Global News, shows the US president in a casket, marking a sharp rhetorical escalation in bilateral tensions.
A disagreement between the Socialist mayor of Saint-Ouen and the hard-left mayor of Saint-Denis over a Master Poulet outlet has exposed deeper fractures in French food policy ahead of next year’s presidential election.
A senior research scientist from Sweden’s RISE Research Institutes contends that European nations must pivot to preventative strategies centred on strategic landscape design and ecological planning.
The United States Senate Judiciary Committee has commenced a two-day confirmation hearing for Todd Blanche, with senators questioning his commitment to the Department of Justice’s institutional independence amid allegations of prioritising President Donald Trump’s interests.
Recent voting outcomes have bolstered conservative factions in unspecified parts of Latin America, marking a notable trend in the region’s political landscape.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu requests judicial review after Senate opposition, marking a pivotal shift in end-of-life policy for the traditionally Catholic nation.
France 24 reports that the chances of the character entering the House of Commons are higher than ever before
The legislation, which had been rejected three times by the Senate, allows terminally ill adults to access assisted dying under rigorous procedural conditions.
Al Jazeera reports that a converted cruise ship turned luxury floating hotel rolled onto its side while docked in China following high tides.
A report published by the New York Times suggests Washington has assumed direct control over Caracas’ government and natural resource distribution, a claim scrutinised by foreign policy experts.
A Ukrainian politician has suggested that upcoming national elections across Europe may result in significantly different representation within the diplomatic grouping supporting Kyiv next year.
The Kenyan High Court has dismissed a petition by the Rastafarian community to exempt them from strict narcotics laws, citing a lack of consensus on whether cannabis is essential to their worship.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin’s border czar Tom Homan maintains the initial halt was a safety review, while Senator Susan Collins calls for a broader suspension of non-urgent stops.
Amidst a war that has killed at least 30 civilians in the past week, Tehran’s security apparatus asserts control of vital shipping lanes, rejecting Washington’s claims of internal fragmentation.
A group of affluent French investors is leveraging private estates to encourage corporate participation in environmental stewardship, as reported by France 24.
The proposed measure would establish a legal right to assisted dying for adults with incurable conditions, marking a pivotal moment in French governance despite political divisions.
The FBI’s international operation results in 24 arrests and 37 indictments, highlighting how Indian organised crime has adapted to global policing through encrypted communications and cross-border extortion.
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and President Donald Trump agree on September 30 deadline for troop withdrawal and disarmament, amid escalating regional tensions and threats from Kataib Hezbollah.