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Demonstrators said they were defending democracy following the AfD’s reported historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election.
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Demonstrators said they were defending democracy following the AfD’s reported historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election.

A close contest could bring the Sweden Democrats into Cabinet or return former prime minister Magdalena Andersson to power.

General Mamane Sani Kiaou has been appointed head of Niger’s armed forces weeks after a mutiny exposed tensions within the military government.

France’s UN mission has expressed regret over criticism of a US human-rights vote, easing a dispute that reportedly delayed approval of its next ambassador to Washington.

The Olympic flame has arrived in Senegal ahead of an event described by Al Jazeera Global News as Africa’s first Olympic event.

At Budapest’s Bura Galeria, the Romani artist is confronting exclusion, political power and the limits placed on Roma culture.

Former New York firefighter Richard Roeill says Ground Zero responders continue to face trauma, illness and loss, while recalling the solidarity that followed the attacks.

The US president repeated his support for a united Ireland during a two-day visit, but former officials said Washington remained committed to the Good Friday Agreement.

King Oyo’s burial has exposed competing claims over the traditional process for choosing Tooro’s next monarch.

Search teams are continuing to look for passengers and crew from the Virgo Transport 8 after it lost contact during rough weather.

The United States will defend its title against France in Berlin after both teams won their semifinals.

A deadlocked contest between the centre-left opposition and Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s right-wing alliance leaves Sweden’s next government uncertain.

The claim came as fighting between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces intensified, driving civilians from western Yemen.

Djibouti’s economy and finance minister reported a sharp influx as fighting displaced at least 46,000 people inside Yemen, according to the IOM.

Croatian authorities have issued an emergency alert as a wildfire burns on the Dalmatian Coast island.

Search efforts are shifting towards the south-east coast after the MV Matui sank in bad weather while travelling between Ambae and Santo.

Al Jazeera reports that Yemen’s Houthi movement has taken the strategically located Red Sea island, but the claim has not been independently confirmed.

Al Jazeera footage shows passengers reacting as turbulence affected a Turkish Airlines flight travelling to Tunisia. No injuries or final aircraft outcome have been confirmed.

The proposed pathway would cover Sahrawis born in Western Sahara before 29 September 1977 and their first-degree descendants, but still requires Senate approval.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has described Tehran’s relationship with Riyadh in those terms, without further details provided about the remarks.

Saudi Civil Defence said a projectile attributed to Yemen’s Houthi rebels damaged civilian property in al-Tuwal. The Houthis said they were targeting a Saudi military base.

The Houthis allege Saudi Arabia carried out 129 strikes over 48 hours, as concerns grow over possible effects on the kingdom’s oil industry.

A 15-year-old boy was rescued after reportedly spending two days clinging to his capsized boat in the Bering Sea.

Ben Shelton will pursue his first Grand Slam title against top seed Alexander Zverev at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday.

Elena Rybakina beat two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in New York to claim her third Grand Slam title and move towards the top of the world rankings.

Organisers estimate about 150,000 people joined demonstrations calling for a ban on the far-right party after its strong result in Saxony-Anhalt.

The United States recovered from a tied third quarter against Spain, while France reached its first final by defeating hosts Germany.

Al Jazeera Global News reports that two unmanned surface vessels took part in a naval engagement, but provides no details about the operators, method or outcome.

Christopher Harborne’s reported $48.7m contribution matches a donation from Ben Delo, as questions continue over Reform UK’s finances.

Al Jazeera reports that an infected man travelled through Rwanda and Uganda, while the Congolese government says case numbers are declining.

Riyadh says the East-West pipeline was shut as a precaution while damage, injuries and potential export impacts were assessed.

The documentary about alleged genocide in Gaza was directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor.

Al Jazeera reports Israeli bombing in southern Lebanon as the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon is delayed.

The French Canadian singer performed her first full concert in six years at Paris’s Plenitude Arena, beginning a 26-show residency.

May el-Toukhy’s Unknown Woman wins the Golden Lion, while NAZA receives the special jury prize at a festival shaped by themes of war and anxiety.

Baghdad has dismissed a military commander and approved a joint investigation with Iran after authorities said the drones were launched from Iraqi territory.

Iran’s President met Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in the highest-level reported contact between the countries since the conflict began.

Al Jazeera’s The Listening Post examines the administration’s war messaging as prices rise and tensions with the media deepen.

India will pursue an eighth title against defending champions Sri Lanka in Sunday’s final at Dubai International Stadium.

Chelsea were held 2-2 by Hull, while Liverpool drew 0-0 with Fulham as Aston Villa remained winless and in the relegation zone.

Al Jazeera is providing live coverage of the 2026 final from New York, with updates planned across the match.

Organisers estimate about 150,000 people joined demonstrations in 20 cities after the AfD’s election victory in Saxony-Anhalt.

Saudi Arabia has not requested assistance under its agreement with Pakistan and Turkiye, leaving the pact’s collective-response mechanisms untested.

Congolese authorities report 7,022 cases and 3,398 deaths in the country’s Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, which began in Ituri and has spread through conflict-affected regions.

The ruling finds the Energy Department exceeded its authority by extending operation of a 64-year-old plant beyond its planned retirement.

The blaze broke out at a Kurdish-administered prison after protests over the reported killing of former Kurdish fighter Sami Sheikhmous Hiso.

US President Donald Trump met Irish President Catherine Connolly and Prime Minister Micheál Martin during a weekend visit linked partly to a major golf tournament.

Wildlife officers are trapping and relocating crocodiles near Lake Baringo as rising Rift Valley lake levels intensify human–wildlife conflict.