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US launches 13th night of strikes as Iran warns of escalation in the Gulf
Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports from Tehran as the US launches strikes for the 13th consecutive night.
Israel fears US deal would allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium
Israel fears the US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia could pave the way for uranium enrichment not only by the Saudis but also by other countries in the region.
‘There’s no salary’: DRC health workers tell of hardship as Ebola spreads
Health workers in the DRC battle a range of obstacles, from infection risk to angry mob attacks.
Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz
WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure on Wednesday, saying the U.S. would attack a bridge or power planteach …
US court affirms release of pro-Palestine scholar as legal battle continues
Appeal judges' decision to side with Georgetown's Badar Khan Suri against Trump sets up Supreme Court intervention.
Trump threatens Iran bridges, power as payback for Hormuz attacks
US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to knock out one Iranian bridge or power plant in return for each attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, warning he was "not fi…
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets with far-right US activist Laura Loomer
Pro-Israel Trump ally sits down with Ukrainian president as she says Russia is helping Iran kill US soldiers.
US hits Iranian island, says war cost at $37.5 bn
The US military struck Iran's Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump warned he was "not finished" with a war that has already cost Washing…
Mike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearing
Ted Lieu challenges UN Ambassador Mike Waltz after playing Al Jazeera footage of Iranian strikes in Jordan.
Ancient Lebanese city of Tyre added to heritage danger list
Tyre, an ancient Phoenician city in southern Lebanon bombarded by Israel over recent months, was added Tuesday to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites in danger. The ancient ci…
Trump imposes new double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries
With existing 10 percent levies set to expire, Trump issues new tariffs on 60 countries under forced labour provision.
Trump threatens Iran bridges, power plants over Hormuz attacks
The warning comes as Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington remains open to negotiations with Tehran.
Analyst: voting against Iran war funding a tough sell for Congress
The US says it has spent more than $37.5 billion on the Iran war so far.
Explainer-Why is a proposed US-Saudi nuclear pact causing alarm in Washington and the Middle East?
DUBAI, July 22 (Reuters) - The Trump administration backs a nuclear energy pact with Riyadh allowing Saudi Arabiato enrich uranium and process spent atomic fuel, two sources have …
Israel bombs Gaza after displacement orders, kills two Palestinians
Humanitarian situation in Gaza is 'desperate', UN official says, as Israeli violations of 'ceasefire' intensify.
Iran executes man over January protests, judiciary's news agency says
DUBAI, July 22 (Reuters) - Iran executed a man on charges linked to nationwide protests in January, an opposition group and the Iranian judiciary's official Mizan news agency repo…
UN envoy for Yemen ‘alarmed’ by Houthis’ Red Sea attacks, calls for talks
Hans Grundberg warns that further confrontation risks 'deepening the suffering of the Yemeni people'.
Extreme heatwave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration
In Tunisia long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heatwave, with temperatures as high as 49C, leaving many fearing for their livelihoods. Pow…
Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘massive attack’ on Iran
Trump says he is considering a ‘massive attack’, as Iran's Araghchi says 'mindless aggression' won't help a deal.
US, Saudi Arabia set to sign nuclear agreement: What to know
The agreement would allow US companies to build uranium enrichment facilities in Saudi Arabia for its civilian nuclear program.
Trump expands voluntary pledge to blunt AI-driven utility bill surges
White House hails pledge that seeks to shield consumers from the cost of energy for data centres as 'historic'.
Lebanon PM says Beirut working for 'complete Israeli withdrawal'
Lebanon is working towards a "complete Israeli withdrawal" from areas it occupies, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday on a visit to a village where Lebanon's army recent…
Two Palestinians killed as Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza City
Two Palestinians were killed and several others injured in a new wave of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City.
Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese president's US visit
By Michael MartinaMANILA, July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he discussed with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday the need to identify areas o…
How the Houthi Red Sea blockade will impact the world
The Houthis' blockade of Bab al-Mandeb threatens a vital global trade route.
Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for China President's US visit
By Michael MartinaMANILA, July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he discussed with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday the need to identify areas o…
Arab and Muslim countries condemn Israeli storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Israeli settlers' storming of Islam's holy site fuels 'hatred' and obstructs lasting peace, joint statement says.
Rubio says he discussed China President's US visit in meeting with Wang Yi
By Michael MartinaMANILA, July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday he talked a lot during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi about a …
Is this Italy’s ‘George Floyd moment’?
The death of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir after he was restrained by police in Bologna has sparked protests.
Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war
By Jarrett RenshawDOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Delaware, July 22 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump attended a ceremony for four U.S. service members who returned to American soil i…