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Australian World Cup star Mabil fires back at far-right politician
Socceroos winger Awer Mabil has hit back at far-right politician Pauline Hanson’s claim that the Australian national team embodies what she sees as a monocultural Australia. Mabil…
Israel’s war on Gaza decimates police force as community leaders fill security vacuum
Israel's war on Gaza has decimated its civilian police force, creating major gaps in law enforcement. In response, community leaders are taking on a greater role in resolving disp…
US revokes Iran's oil sales waiver after attacks on tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The US attacks on Iran began shortly after Washington revoked a temporary waiver, that allowed Iran to sell its oil under the interim peace agreement. The decision by the Treasury…
Iran slams US violations of MoU as multiple blasts rock Qeshm, Sirik and Bandar Abbas
The US military says it's launched a series of strikes against Iran, after attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's state media says explosions have been heard …
Egypt fans react to emotional World Cup exit after unforgettable campaign
Al Jazeera spoke with Egypt fans at the Obour City Youth Center, where an estimated 15,000 members gathered to watch the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Argentina. Suppor…
Argentina fan waves Israeli flag at World Cup match with Egypt
An Argentina fan waves the Israeli flag during his team’s Round of 16 match against Egypt. Some viewed it as a provocation towards Egypt’s coach, Hossam Hassan, who dedicated Egyp…
Hong Kong graduates struggle to find work: Job vacancies fallen by 60 percent over past three years
Job vacancies for university graduates in Hong Kong have fallen by 60 percent over the past three years. The trend reflects growing concerns that employers can now use AI to perfo…
Khamenei’s coffin arrives in Iraq as US strikes hit Iran | AJ Shorts
The coffin carrying Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has arrived in one of Shia Islam’s holiest cities, Najaf in Iraq ahead of his burial on Thursday. Iran’s president atte…
Marine Le Pen conviction: Far-right leader still cleared to run for presidency
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she will run for president in 2027 and appeal a court verdict handed out earlier in the day that upheld her conviction for embezzling EU…
IOC eases restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 games | AJ #shorts
The International Olympic Committee has lifted some of the restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in some team events and qualifying competitions ahead of the …
Experts warn Trump is playing politics with US intelligence
Former officials warn that Trump's intelligence overhaul risks politicising national security. Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte, who replaced Tulsi Gabbard, has…
Macron visits Syria: Landmark trip rocked by explosions in Damascus
Two explosions in Damascus injured at least 18 people near Emmanuel Macron’s hotel minutes after his convoy left, during a landmark visit. Macron met transitional president Ahmed …
Farage resigns: Reform UK leader says he will run in by-election
Nigel Farage has resigned as a member of parliament for Clacton-on-Sea, triggering a by-election he intends to contest. Labour and the Conservatives call it a stunt amid claims he…
US-Cuba tensions: Cuba accuses US of energy siege
Tensions have flared on the floor of the United Nations general assembly, after Cuba accused the United States of imposing an 'energy siege' on the country. Al Jazeera’s Gabriel E…
Argentina fans hurl beer at Egypt supporters after final whistle
A video circulating on social media shows Argentina fans throwing beer and taunting Egypt supporters in the stands amid wild celebrations following Argentina's dramatic 3–2 comeba…
NATO summit in Ankara: Alliance announces billions of dollars in arms deals
NATO leaders are gathering in Ankara for a summit that's expected to be dominated by defence spending and alliance unity. US President Donald Trump accused some allies of failing …
US strikes Iran despite promised pause for Khamenei funeral | AJ Shorts
The US launches new strikes on Iran despite a promise by US President Donald Trump to pause attacks during the 7-day funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei. Washington says…
Unstable Manhattan skyscraper triggers collapse fears
An unstable Manhattan skyscraper undergoing construction has triggered a major evacuation after structural columns buckled, forcing nearby buildings to evacuate as engineers work …
Marine Le Pen to run for French Presidency despite criminal conviction | AJ #shorts
Marine Le Pen, the far-right French politician, announced Tuesday she is running for president next year after an appeals court shortened her election ban. Le Pen was convicted of…
Poland's role in NATO: Warsaw an increasingly key member of the alliance
Poland joined NATO more than 25 years ago. Today, it sits on the alliance’s eastern flank, spends more on defence as a share of the GDP than any other NATO member, and is playing …
How much does playing in the World Cup pay?
The 2026 World Cup has a prize pool of $871 million, the biggest in football history. How much is every country getting and where does the money come from? Al Jazeera’s Yasmeen El…
CENTCOM says it has launched series of strikes on Iran
The US Central Command says it has launched a series of strikes on Iran, describing them as a response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Horm…
Canada's first Indigenous professional footballer inspires a new generation in Sts'ailes
Terry Felix made history as Canada's first Indigenous professional footballer, representing the Vancouver Whitecaps, the Canadian Olympic team, and the national side — achievement…
Can NATO allies get enough Patriot missiles as US stockpiles shrink?
As NATO allies face pressure from US President Donald Trump to increase defence spending on American-made weapons, one of the most sought-after systems — the Patriot interceptor m…
Does the US need 18 intelligence agencies? | This is America
President Donald Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence – and his subsequent decision to carry out mass firings – has reignited debate about…
Sri Lanka prison riots: Families demand answers as reform calls grow
Families of inmates at a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka, are demanding answers after riots on Monday left 27 people dead and more than 100 injured. Hundreds of relatives searched li…
Pro-Palestine MEP Rima Hassan arrives at trial for ‘glorifying terrorism’ | AJ #shorts
‘No one is safe anymore.’ This is what French MEP Rima Hassan told a crowd as she arrived at her trial for 'glorifying terrorism' over a social media post referencing the 1972 att…
Venezuela buries earthquake victims as death toll reaches 3,535 | AJ #shorts
Mass burials have begun at La Esperanza Cemetery in Venezuela's La Guaira, where unidentified victims recovered from the rubble of twin earthquakes nearly two weeks ago are being …
Deadly landslide buries tunnel construction site in India
At least five people were killed after a massive landslide buried a tunnel construction site in Kerala during heavy monsoon rain. CCTV footage captured the dramatic collapse as re…
Trump criticises NATO allies over Iran conflict support
US President Donald Trump criticised several NATO allies for refusing to back the United States during its conflict with Iran, questioning why Washington spends heavily on the all…