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US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
FIFA World Cup 2026 talking points: NFL-style half-time show, kits and more
Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off next week.
Iran beat Mali in final warm-up before heading to World Cup
Iran beat Mali in their final competitive match before departing for their Mexico base for the 2026 World Cup.
US raises pressure on Cuba as it sanctions President Diaz-Canel
Measures come as Cuba continues to experience food shortages and blackouts.
Sooryavanshi in line for T20 call as India fast-track 15-year-old to top
Following his run topping display at the IPL, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is being lined up as India's youngest player.
Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036
Putin says ‘too early’ to talk about staying in power until 2036.
French-Iranian Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies of ‘sadness’
Satrapi's autobiographical novel was born from her experiences of Iran's Islamic revolution and war with Iraq.
Fireball seen after explosion at Mexico gas facility
Fireball seen after explosion at Mexico gas facility
UN envoys call on Trump to stop Israeli annexation
UN envoys call on Trump to stop Israeli annexation
China’s Xi headed to North Korea in bid to shore up ties
The Chinese leader's visit on June 8-9, his first in seven years, comes as Pyongyang strengthens relations with Russia.
Kushner Island? Why a planned resort has provoked protests in Albania
Government hopes the project can boost Albania as a global tourism destination - but environmental concerns are rife.
‘We are fighters’: Iraq aim to shock rivals at 2026 World Cup
Coach Graham Arnold and two key players speak to Al Jazeera ahead of Iraq's first World Cup appearance since 1986.
Iran war day 98: Tehran raises doubts on deal as Lebanon fighting continues
Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, while Hezbollah rejects deal as death toll tops 3,500.
Pakistan’s Lyari defies Bollywood’s gangland label to rise as boxing haven
Food, football and history mingle in Karachi's oldest settlement. And a boxing coach teaches girls to defy stereotypes.
Why Mogadishu clashes are deepening Somalia’s political crisis again
Tensions over Somali elections escalate into violence, leaving Mogadishu residents grappling with fear and disruption.
Iran war live: Hezbollah rejects truce as Israel continues Lebanon strikes
Israel's supreme court annuls government ban on international Red Cross visiting Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
Democrat fails to block US measure to deepen Israel military cooperation
Congressman Ro Khanna says the integration push only boosts Netanyahu, but his push to revoke the measure fell short.
Ivory Coast beats France in World Cup warning to one of the favourites
Ivory Coast defeats France 2-1 in friendly ahead of the 2026 World Cup, as Manchester United's Amad Diallo seals win.
Democrats force vote on Trump’s $1.8bn settlement fund in ‘vote-a-rama’
Republicans seek to pass $70bn immigration-enforcement funding, but must endure series of votes on controversial issues.
Kenyan president defends US Ebola facility amid deadly protests
Kenyan President William Ruto said allowing the US to build an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya was the “right thing”.
Why is the US so invested in Colombia’s election?
Al Jazeera’s Hala Al Shami explains why US officials are invested in Colombia's presidential elections.
Lebanon latest: Hezbollah rejects US plan as Israel continues attacks
Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto has the latest from Lebanon where a new diplomatic push has done little to quell violence.
Hezbollah rejects US-brokered ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon
Hezbollah has condemned a US-brokered ceasefire framework accepted by Israel and Lebanon
US defence secretary compares Bolivia protests to government ‘overthrow’
The Trump administration has supported Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz after his electoral victory over left-wing MAS.
What is the UK’s ‘two-tier policing’ debate?
The murder of Henry Nowak has sparked a political storm in the UK, with renewed claims of ‘two-tier policing’.
Lufthansa employees injured after Boeing 787 collapses in Frankfurt
Several Lufthansa staff members were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing 787 jetliner collapsed at Frankfurt airport.
Block the bombs: Support grows for US bill to restrict arms for Israel
'Long road' remains ahead as bill garners 73 co-sponsors one year after its introduction in Congress, advocates say.
History-making qualifier Chwalinska sets up Andreeva French Open final
Poland's Maja Chwalinska beats Diana Shnaider to reach French Open final and makes history after qualifying run.
Liverpool appoint Spaniard Iraola as new manager in place of Slot
Andoni Iraola left his role at Bournemouth at the end of the season and takes over at Liverpool in place of Arne Slot.
Russia kills 12 in Ukraine as Kyiv mourns 707 children killed since 2022
Russia's latest attacks come as Ukraine commemorates the children killed by Russia over the course of the all-out war.