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A chain of sexual violence that Britain built, France refined and Israel inherited is being used against Palestinians.

FIFA World Cup cohosts United States begin their campaign against Paraguay, with Donald Trump's attendance in doubt.

Israeli zone extends into Lebanon's maritime territory, raising fears that it could become a long-term 'resource grab'.

What's it like supporting your team in a World Cup hosted by a country that's at war with yours?

Beijing's Foreign Ministry confirms US reports about detention of scholar focusing on politics of neighbouring Myanmar.

On World Day Against Child Labour, Al Jazeera takes a look at the latest numbers on child labour worldwide.

From criticism over water breaks to red cards galore, here's all the buzz from the opening day of the World Cup.

A lottery visa that turned into a death warrant. A grieving father fighting deportation, as relatives await reparation.

SpaceX's record-breaking IPO catapults Musk to unprecedented wealth amid rising angst over global inequality.

Protesters and police clashed outside Mexico City's Azteca Stadium just before the FIFA World Cup's opening match.

The American pope's message underlines the rift between his Catholicism and that of Spain's far right.

After their war last May, India and Pakistan reached a truce. But deaths continued on the world's highest battlefield.

North America's two other cohosts take centre stage on Friday as Canada and the US begin their FIFA World Cup campaigns.

The princess, who was known for her legal work, died in a Bangkok hospital after years of illness.

Trump cancels planned Iran attacks, saying talks are close to a result as Tehran reviews a proposed US deal.

Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.

Police officers in Peru dressed up as 2026 World Cup mascots as they targeted a suspected drug trafficker.

Iran says a proposed agreement is under review by its highest leadership and could be closer than ever before.

Seoul court sentences former leader for sending military drones into North Korea.

Amnesty International and Oxfam released reports this week documenting a rise in state-backed Israeli settler violence.

As Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to face Canada in their 2026 World Cup opener, all eyes will be on Esmir Bajraktarevic

White House officials previewed the grounds where they'll host a cage match to celebrate US President Trump's birthday.

Wall Street and Asian markets rally on hopes for an end to the US-Israel war on Iran.

Iran's World Cup captain says he's heard Mexican cartels love Iranians and revealed his own brush with an armed group.

Africa's rapid population growth offers major economic opportunities but also deep structural constraints.

Videos shared by Palestinian activists show powerful Israeli airstrikes across Gaza Strip overnight.

DRC squad arrived on a flight from Paris after US authorities insisted they serve a 21-day quarantine period elsewhere.

Midfielder and captain quits after failing to recover from foot injury ahead of Japan's game against the Netherlands.

The International Rescue Committee warns that people displaced by Israeli attacks in Lebanon are at 'breaking point'.

Mexico's two goal scorers were overcome with emotion as they took their team to a win in the World Cup's opening game.

US President Donald Trump claims Washington and Tehran have reached a great settlement' and are finalising documents

SpaceX's IPO could challenge pension funds as concerns grow over its valuation and governance structure under Musk.

Group of lawmakers call on Trump administration to facilitate medical evacuations out of Gaza amid dearth of services.

Murder of Melissa and Mark Hortman by man disguised as police officer prompted concerns about political violence in US.

World Cup 2026 cohosts Mexico open the tournament with 2-0 win against South Africa, who were reduced to nine men.

Jubilant football fans at Mexico City's Zocalo Square are ready for the World Cup Opener at the city's centre.

Musical performances, colour, and fan excitement precede the World Cup's opening game in Mexico City.

A puppet show project in Gaza is using storytelling and creative workshops to help women and children process trauma.

The return of unrest to the province, which suffered decades of sectarian violence, has provoked deep concern.

Israeli authorities released Hamas co-founder Hassan Yousef after more than two years in administrative detention.

Nomination comes amid pushback over Donald Trump's selection of Bill Pulte as acting director of the agency.

Isreal has suppressed coverage of its war on Gaza, banning international press killing hundreds of local journalists.

Chinese individuals and organisations are also banned from doing business with Gilberto Teodoro and his family.

A luxury resort linked to Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner has sparked some of Albania's biggest protests.

As Hezbollah's future is unclear, what role can Amal, Lebanon's other major Shia party, play?

Mourinho returns to La Liga giants after 13 years following Florentino Perez's re-election as club president.

Privacy watchdog finds xAI's Grok lacks safeguards for sexualised deepfake image sharing, amid growing global scrutiny.

The proposal, if passed, would mark one of the largest expansions of illegal Israeli settlements in decades.

Local rights group Emergency Lawyers blamed the attack on the RSF, which did not immediately claim responsibility.

Israeli settlers follow Palestinian Bedouins across the West Bank, chasing them from their land.