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US military launches fresh strikes on Iran – Middle East crisis live
Iranian state media report explosions in several locations hours after Donald Trump threatened further military action at Nato summitThe US military s…
War on Gaza draws large crowds to Khamenei’s funeral in Iraq
More than a million mourners packed streets in Najaf, Iraq for Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession.…
Trump says US ‘may take over Kharg Island’: Here’s what you need to know
Kharg Island, pivotal to Iran's oil exports, becomes focal point as Trump renews threats amid rising Gulf tensions.…
Mass cleanup underway after severe flooding in China
Residents and volunteers in China’s Guangxi province have begun clearing up their flooded homes.…
Argentina fans accused of violence, racism by Egypt, Cape Verde supporters
Fans tell Al Jazeera Argentina supporters hurled beer bottles and abuse at them when their team scored in knockout games.…
Sabre-rattling to ‘tremendous love’: erratic Trump dominates final hours of Nato summit
Alliance leaders, who had feared the worst, will hail US president’s renewed support for article 5 as key victoryAn erratic and at times irascible Don…
Starmer to keep in touch with Trump after No 10
The prime minister says the US president wished him well at the meeting of Nato leaders in Turkey.…
Atmosphere in Iran remains highly charged after Ayatollah’s funeral and escalation of grievances with US
World is witnessing a turning point, says ministry spokesperson, as Iran seeks to assert independence amid rising tensionsBefore a foreign ministry pr…
Five key takeaways from the NATO summit in Ankara
Trump dominates summit with anti-Europe and Iran diatribes as NATO pledges to expand defence budgets and Ukraine support…
Trump threatens more strikes on Iran as Tehran warns of 'fearless' response
Speaking at a Nato summit, the president says the US will "probably" strike Iran again but added that "anything that happens will be over quickly".…
Trump switches back to flying on older Air Force One for England trip instead of new Qatari jet
US president unexpectedly changes plans to fly to England after using Qatari-gifted aircraft to travel to TurkeyDonald Trump will fly from Turkey to E…
Trump says he ‘may be gone’ as he declares himself Iran’s No. 1 target
US President Donald Trump declared himself Iran’s ‘No. 1 target’ after claiming their leaders have been eliminated…
Israeli air strikes in Gaza kill eight, including two children
Medics report 12 injuries alongside eight deaths in Gaza as Israeli air strikes target civilians and displaced families.…
From menacing threats to comical misnomers: Donald Trump’s unlikely tale of love and darkness at Nato
US president veers from praising the alliance to threatening Iran and confusing world leaders’ namesHaving arrived at Nato’s annual summit under a fam…
Wildcard Fery storms past Cobolli and makes Wimbledon history
Arthur Fery makes history at Wimbledon by defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to become the first British wildcard and only the second i…
Supreme Court financial disclosures reveal how their books add to their income
The Supreme Court annual financial reports shed light on the justices' gifts, travel and personal lives.…
Spanish football legend Alexia Putellas joins London City Lionesses
Women's Super League club lands the two-time Ballon d'Or winner after her exit from Barcelona following a 14-year career.…
Officer in Chris Kaba shooting may not face misconduct case after rule change
The police watchdog says it will decide soon if Sgt Martyn Blake will face a misconduct panel.…
The Pitt leads Emmy nominations, but Stranger Things snubbed in top categories
The Pitt and Hacks lead the race for America's most coveted TV awards - see the full list of nominations.…
Aid worker who organised World Cup screenings in Gaza killed in Israeli strike
Mohamed al-Wahidi died when a missile struck his taxi shortly before his country played ArgentinaA Palestinian aid worker who had organised screenings…
I've lost the fire to regain spot in new-look England side - Beaumont
England batter Tammy Beaumont discusses the emotions of her retirement, reflects on her career and calls for more Test cricket in the women's game.…
From Barcelona to Bromley: Inside Putellas' move to LCL
London City Lionesses have pulled off one of the biggest signings in WSL history - but how did they persuade Alexia Putellas to join?…
How Morocco can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title
Morocco has long dreamed of a World Cup title. Now, the trophy is finally within reach - can they seize the moment?…
France returns Syrian artefacts it’s held since civil war
France has returned 23 Syrian antique artefacts it’s held since the outbreak of the 2011 civil war.…
Judge orders Trump's $5m damages be released to E Jean Carroll
The Supreme Court declined to hear his appeal of the case, but Trump still sought to delay the payment.…
'He was gaslighting me': The double life of my rapist ex
The mother of Salil Korambayil's child says she fears there could be more victims.…
No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.…
Ukraine to get licence to produce Patriot missiles, Trump says
Although the Patriots are highly effective against Russia's ballistic missiles, they also have lengthy production times.…
Appeals court denies President Trump's request to halt removing his name from the Kennedy Center
The D.C. circuit appeals court denied all of President Trump's arguments that sought to stop the removal of his name from the Washington, D.C. arts in…
NATO pledges 70 billion euros for Ukraine as Trump praises peace ‘progress’
Trump says US will 'show' Ukraine how to produce Patriot missile systems during a friendly appearance with Zelenskyy.…