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Scientists say serious Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever infections in Kosovo have fallen, while warning that infected ticks could spread further across Europe.
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Scientists say serious Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever infections in Kosovo have fallen, while warning that infected ticks could spread further across Europe.

Hundreds of flags have appeared alongside outposts, mobile homes and settlement expansion, with Palestinians and analysts describing the displays as intimidation and an effort to reshape the territory.

Al Jazeera’s live text commentary is following Everton’s Premier League meeting with Manchester United, with Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford highlighted.

Lebanese authorities reported 20 wounded in strikes across Nabatieh and nearby towns. Israel said the attacks followed Hezbollah drone launches.

Iran says the alleged strike occurred as fighting with the United States escalated, but the claim has not been independently confirmed.

Nepali rescuers are continuing operations in difficult conditions after catastrophic floods affected infrastructure and roads.

Alexander Zverev, Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka and Elena Rybakina advanced, while Iva Jovic defeated Alexandra Eala in a three-set contest.

Al Jazeera reports that Israeli forces bombarded and demolished several villages in southern Lebanon, but the supplied material does not identify the locations or confirm the alleged breach.

Lebanon’s health ministry said 20 people were wounded in strikes around Nabatieh after Israel alleged a Hezbollah drone launch targeting its troops.

Research cited by Deutsche Welle identifies parts of South Asia and the Sahel as especially vulnerable, while warning that agricultural gains can also intensify competition over land and resources.

Ireland’s Katie Taylor closed her professional career with a unanimous-decision victory over France’s Flora Pili at Dublin’s Croke Park.

Al Jazeera and AJLabs reported a record month for deportation-related enforcement, while the supplied material does not establish how many arrests led to deportation.

The FIFA president declined to say whether he would resign or seek a fourth term as pressure continues over an abandoned commercial-rights proposal and legal action involving UEFA.

An Al Jazeera investigation says 17 companies linked to Israeli settlements hold UK public contracts, but the supplied report does not identify the firms or explain the figure’s methodology.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are travelling to Kyiv after more than three hours of talks with Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with the details of any proposed steps still undisclosed.

Children under five face reported Ebola mortality above 60% in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as limited paediatric medicines and guidance delay access to care.

The internationally recognised government says its forces retook Hais and captured Houthi fighters, as clashes in Taiz leave more than 60 people dead and displace about 1,800 families.

Al Jazeera reported that flames were seen coming from the left engine of a Qantas flight travelling from Queenstown to Sydney.

The AfD is polling ahead in Saxony-Anhalt, but a failure to win an outright majority could leave it isolated from government.

The National Asset Recovery Authority will investigate public funds, property and state assets allegedly diverted since Viktor Orbán returned to power in 2010.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed accusations of links between his government and Qatar, calling them “one big bluff”.

Authorities have launched an investigation after a fire at a wedding party in Kinshasa reportedly killed 22 people.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held more than three hours of talks with Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with the White House citing substantive plans but no agreement announced.

The AfD is leading surveys in Saxony-Anhalt, but its path to state power depends on whether smaller parties clear the parliamentary threshold.

Fourteen miners were killed near Rustenburg, highlighting the dangers facing vulnerable workers in abandoned mining sites.

Lebanese health authorities say 8,920 people have been killed and 30,595 injured since October 2023, while UNHCR estimates 360,000 remain displaced.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport suspended operations until 1:30pm local time after volcanic ash was detected over Jakarta.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner discussed possible next steps with Vladimir Putin, but no agreement or confirmed breakthrough has been reported.

A 21-year-old student has reportedly cleared rubbish from a river in Madhya Pradesh, despite being mocked during the effort.

Germany’s Isar Aerospace says its Spectrum rocket deployed five satellites after launching from Norway, highlighting Europe’s push for independent access to space.

The Israeli prime minister says Qatari funds transferred to Gaza were humanitarian aid recommended by Mossad and Shin Bet, while describing Qatar as hostile.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says it targeted a US aircraft carrier and destroyer amid tensions over an alleged blockade of Iranian ports.

MAGA, Inc will support Republican candidate Ken Paxton as its expected television and digital advertisements target Democrat James Talarico.

A road crash on the Hamedan–Sanandaj highway triggered the explosion, with officials attributing it to a fault in the tanker’s braking system.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held talks with the Russian president, with no agreement or outcome reported.

A building collapsed in Muradabad after heavy rain, tearing through power lines and sending sparks into the street, according to Al Jazeera Global News.

Everton host Manchester United at Hill Dickinson Stadium as both clubs manage the consequences of an unsettled transfer window.

Javier Milei has renewed Argentina’s claim over the islands and threatened sanctions linked to a reported British-Israeli oil exploration project.

Paris dismisses allegations it helped orchestrate unrest in Niamey as Niger widens blame to unnamed African states and regional actors.

Al Jazeera links the visit to reports of attacks on Palestinians and raids and arrests by Israeli forces.

Tens of thousands marched over more than 30,000 tonnes of medical and industrial waste buried near Gospić, amid disputed contamination findings and an ongoing investigation.

Greek authorities say both pilots aboard an F-4 Phantom fighter jet died after the aircraft crashed during an air show.

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are discussing a US proposal aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine, with territory and security guarantees among the reported obstacles.

The closely watched Massachusetts case reached the brink of a mistrial, but the supplied report does not confirm the court’s eventual ruling.

The projected result could give the far-right Alternative for Germany its first state-level victory, although government formation is not confirmed.

Manchester City preserved their winning start with a 1–0 victory, but needed late saves from Gianluigi Donnarumma to hold off newly promoted Coventry City.

Civil defence teams completed a 72-hour search in Gaza City’s Zeitoun neighbourhood, nearly three years after the Malka family home was reportedly struck.

The former president says he will decide in December whether to back another candidate or seek the Elysée himself.