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The young migrant, who left home at 16 to avoid being a financial burden, works as a kitchen porter in Spain while adapting to life with deafness.

Leaders in Mecca sign mutual defence accord aimed at collective deterrence, though details of military obligations remain unspecified

A 14-year-old student killed seven people, including his grandparents and five teachers, before taking his own life, exposing the gap between strict legislation and enforcement in a nation with high civilian gun ownership.

Leaders sign accord stipulating that an attack on one signatory is regarded as an attack on all, aiming to reshape regional security architecture and reduce reliance on Western defence imports.

Nicolas Taffarel tells court that warnings about swelling and refusal to eat were ignored by medical team

The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement commits the three nations to treat an armed attack on any signatory as an attack on all, a move that follows heightened tensions since the onset of the Iran war.

The United Nations chief has issued a statement criticising both Kyiv and Moscow, marking a diplomatic push for a halt to the war as attacks intensify.

The meeting follows the appointment of French Bishop Thibault Verny to lead the Vatican’s child protection commission and comes against the backdrop of a 2021 report estimating 330,000 children were abused by church personnel in France.

New data shows a 96 per cent drop in vessel traffic, but analysts warn that prolonged closure risks blunting Iran’s future bargaining power as rivals develop alternative routes.

As the Confederation of African Football unanimously supports Gianni Infantino, Argentina and Mexico join his camp, challenging the boycott threats from UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation ahead of the March congress in Morocco.

France 24 International confirms the signing of a new defence agreement between Ankara, Riyadh and Islamabad, marking a significant development in regional security architecture.

Analysts say the visit aims to leverage Thailand’s influence within ASEAN and secure economic engagement, but experts warn that regional bodies are unlikely to readmit the Myanmar leader until meaningful steps are taken on a peace plan.

The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement establishes a framework where an attack on one signatory is regarded as an attack on all, leveraging the combined financial, military and nuclear capabilities of the three nations.

Shakib Al Hasan states he is prepared to face trial in Bangladesh if the government ensures his safety, rejecting calls to distance himself from ousted leader Sheikh Hasina.

Al Jazeera Global News reports on the opening of the country’s first dedicated school for robots, marking a significant step in state-backed automation policy.

The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement stipulates that an armed attack on one signatory is considered an attack on all, marking a significant shift in Middle Eastern security architecture.

Analysis of the Michigan Senate primary highlights the tension between ideological conviction and electoral pragmatism within the Democratic Party

Approximately 470 flights were grounded on 7 August 2026, with over 320 additional cancellations projected for the following day as Typhoon 13 intensifies.

Authorities have issued Level 4 danger warnings in parts of the Okinawa and Amami regions as Typhoon No. 13 reaches its closest point to the main islands, prompting calls for extreme caution.

The departure of thousands of migrant workers following xenophobic violence has created a critical workforce gap in South Africa’s textile industry, contradicting the objectives of anti-immigrant groups seeking to prioritise domestic jobs.

The 39-year-old Nigerian artist has developed a unique process for converting local clay into paint, challenging traditional portrait mediums through a method grounded in scientific principles.

As nuclear and hydroelectric output plummets due to critically low river levels, industrial production scales back and governments review energy strategies, highlighting the vulnerabilities of current infrastructure mixes.

The Africa Centres for Disease Control has pledged to use a Zaire strain vaccine against the Bundibugyo variant, citing urgent data as the outbreak spreads six times faster than previous epidemics.

US District Judge Bryan Biedscheid mandates strict operational changes, including usage limits and messaging bans, while Meta vows to appeal the decision.

The US President has signed two directives aimed at limiting automatic citizenship for children of non-citizens, including those linked to foreign governments or terrorist groups, in a move that critics argue conflicts with the 14th Amendment.

Baghdad prioritises strategic cooperation with Turkiye to diversify crude routes and manage water disputes, despite stalled infrastructure projects and ongoing PKK tensions.

With the national team ranked 138th and the Indian Super League in administrative limbo, experts warn that reaching World Cup standard remains a distant prospect despite government interest in a 'sports passport'.

Kyiv aims to secure renewed diplomatic and military support for its conflict with Russia as President Volodymyr Zelensky meets Donald Trump at the White House on July 28.

Authorities warn that soaring temperatures could cause the blaze to spiral out of control, adding to the crisis that has already displaced over 110,000 residents and destroyed 14,000 hectares of forest.

Analysts warn kinetic action against the Al-Qaeda-linked group will not resolve underlying governance failures, even as Washington debates a renewed security role in the Sahel.

Warsaw’s highest court declares that registering foreign same-sex unions violates the national Constitution, setting up a direct institutional confrontation with the Court of Justice of the European Union.

New evacuations ordered near Lacanau while health authorities warn of deteriorating air quality across the Bordeaux metropolitan area.

The United States has withdrawn from a UN Security Council session on the Russia-Ukraine war, citing disrespect from France’s ambassador, marking a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and the UN over human rights governance.

Following a July 18 attack that destroyed key infrastructure and caused a miscarriage, Palestinian residents in at-Tuwani have rejected calls to leave, citing a broader pattern of state-sanctioned displacement in the occupied West Bank.

Video footage captured on 28 July 2026 shows a Canadian politician reading an artificial intelligence instruction aloud, raising questions about oversight in political communication workflows.

The French Football Federation confirms Zidane’s return to management, ending months of speculation with a contract extending to the 2030 tournament.

French Football Federation confirms appointment of Zidane, who says leading the national side was the only role he desired

Structural damage including a chimney collapse recorded at the facility as authorities respond to the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake.

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake has triggered significant structural damage in southwestern Japan, including the collapse of a shopping mall floor and widespread suspension of rail services, while nuclear facilities remain stable.

Zinedine Zidane has been named head coach of the France national team, signing a contract until the 2030 World Cup after the team finished fourth at the 2026 tournament.

Experts suggest Pakistan will limit assistance to intelligence sharing and maritime surveillance rather than deploying troops, seeking to avoid rupturing ties with Tehran.

President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign accelerates with billions in new funding and 12,000 additional officers, even as questions arise regarding operational conduct and detention centre conditions.

Representation for Tate warns that ongoing allegations have escalated personal safety concerns, though specific details of the accusations remain undisclosed.