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Iran says peace deal voided, fighting ‘existential war’ after US attacks

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 0♥ 0💬 0

The US announced a new wave of attacks Wednesday night, amid reported explosions in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar and Ahvaz.

Argentina stun England in 2-1 comeback win to reach 2026 World Cup final

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 0♥ 0💬 0

Holders Argentina will face Spain in the final after snatching victory England in ⁠a highly-charged encounter.

xAI sues user for exploiting AI tool to sexualise minors

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 0♥ 0💬 0

Lawsuit accuses Terry Harwood of misusing xAI to bypass safeguards and produce explicit deepfakes involving minors.

Authors, publishers sue Google over alleged AI copyright infringement

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 0♥ 0💬 0

Hachette and Elsevier lead US legal action against Google, alleging misuse of books for Gemini AI model training.

Sheinbaum rejects US claim that Mexico’s government is linked to cartels

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

Sheinbaum has denounced remarks from DEA head Terry Cole as a baseless 'political statement' about Mexico.

What are the obstacles to peace between Israel and Lebanon?

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Another round of talks is under way between Israel and Lebanon to try to advance the ceasefire agreement.

What happened in the first half of the England vs Argentina semifinal?

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

All the biggest moments, heated exchanges, fouls and stats from the first 45 minutes of the heated semifinal in Atlanta.

10 years on from Turkiye’s failed coup attempt on Erdogan

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

10 years on from Turkiye’s coup attempt to overthrow President Erdogan, the country remains divided over its legacy.

Pezeshkian vows Iran will defend ‘every inch’ of its territory

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed Iran will defend every inch of its territory, saying attempts to tear the country apar

Russia pounds Ukraine with missile, drone strikes

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 2♥ 0💬 0

Footage shows firefighters extinguishing a massive fire after Russia launched air strikes on Ukraine.

French Parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 2♥ 0💬 0

Parliament adopted the text by 291 votes to 241, though it still needs approval from the Constitutional Council.

Ukraine strikes 20 Russian vessels

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 2♥ 0💬 0

Ukraine released video of strikes on 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea, including 17 oil tankers.

The history of the US and Iraq’s complicated relationship

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 2♥ 0💬 0

As Iraq’s prime minister visits Washington seeking deeper economic ties.

Protests in Paris, Gaza for release of Hussam Abu Safia

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 2♥ 0💬 0

Protests were held in Paris and Gaza demanding the release of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia.

Fourteen-year-old boy charged over alleged plot targeting London mosques

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Suspect is charged with 'preparation of terrorist acts - linked to extreme right-wing terrorism', say British police.

Argentina fans flood Atlanta ahead of England World Cup match

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Thousands of Argentina fans held a banderazo in the streets of Atlanta ahead of their World Cup semi-final.

Syrian authorities arrest ex-officer accused of chemical weapons crimes

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

Former colonel Ahmed Habib Ali is accused of supervising the manufacture of sarin gas bombs.

European Athletics moves to curb on-screen sexualisation of female athletes

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

The guidelines are based on feedback from athletes who said certain camera shots can cause discomfort and distractions.

Palestinian homes sealed off by Israeli military restrictions

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

An Israeli military order imposed after a series of settler attacks has left families cut off from parts of their home.

US intelligence director pick refuses to acknowledge Trump loss in 2020

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 0♥ 0💬 0

Jay Clayton, often in circuitous fashion, avoided saying Joe Biden won 2020 race during his confirmation hearing.

Lebanon and Israel end sixth round of US-brokered talks

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

A US official said the two sides made progress on a plan for Israel to withdraw from 'pilot zones' in southern Lebanon.

Iran unveils huge billboard showing Trump in coffin

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Iran has installed a billboard in the capital Tehran showing US President Donald Trump lying in a coffin.

Prominent Moroccan journalist Ali Lmrabet released from custody

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

Moroccan activists warn of an intensifying crackdown on regime critics after the arrest of a journalist and a rapper.

Gas tanker explodes in fire near army barracks in Lebanon

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

A gas tanker exploded after soaring temperatures sparked a fire near the Lebanese Army barracks in Hermel.

Mapping the latest US strikes across Iran

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

US attacks kill dozens in Iran as Iranian forces target regional bases, pushing a fragile ceasefire closer to collapse.

Todd Blanche’s loyalty to Trump questioned in Senate confirmation hearing

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Blanche's actions have raised questions about the independence of the Department of Justice, which he currently leads.

Why are right-wing parties gaining ground in Latin America?

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Several recent elections have strengthened conservative forces across parts of Latin America.

Argentine VP calls England ‘pirates’ ahead of World Cup semifinal clash

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

Argentina vice president's remarks made ahead of the World Cup semifinal against England and amid sovereignty dispute.

Cruise ship hotel left listing in China port after high tides

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 3♥ 0💬 0

A cruise ship-turned-luxury floating hotel that has been idle for about 14 years rolled onto its side while docked.

Zelenskyy backs state energy company chief Koretskyi for new Ukraine PM

📡 Al JazeeraMiddle East in EnglishJul 15, 2026👁 1♥ 0💬 0

Ukraine's parliament is expected to vote for the next prime minister on Thursday.