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Analysis and commentary on current events around the world.
Ugandan police investigate deaths of four pupils in suspected school poisoning
The head teacher of the school has been arrested to assist police investigations.
Iran open to deal if US ‘refrains from excessive demands’, says Ghalibaf
Iran’s chief negotiator says Iran is open to a deal if the US refrains from creating distrust and excessive demands.
Pope Leo welcomed by millions in his second ‘homeland’ of Peru
On his Latin America tour, the pontiff is expected to spend 3 days in Chiclayo, where he was bishop from 2015-2023.
Netanyahu’s legacy: Personality politics reshapes Israeli democracy
Netanyahu's fight for political survival turns the parliament's opening into a scene of insults and acrimony.
Indonesia vice president resigns amid dispute over eligibility
Gibran Rakabuming Raka, son of former President Joko Widodo, resigns as court questions his overseas education.
Sheikh Hasina must return to Bangladesh to face her sentence
Delhi should ensure that its territory is not used to incite violence in Bangladesh or threaten its people.
It is time for a change of leadership in the Democratic Party in the US
The Democrats need to deliver on an ambitious agenda, and they need new energy and new voices to do so.
From Pong to GTA VI: Play your way through 50 years of video games
Video games are now a $200bn business. Play through the six games that tell the story of how they got there.
Ukraine's power supply close to critical as Russian strikes bring darkness and cold
For parents in parts of Ukraine, trying to lead a normal family life with just a few hours of power each day is taking its toll.
New York building collapse kills at least two, officials say
A dangerous search for survivors continues after a three-storey building collapsed in Brooklyn on Wednesday afternoon.
French guard collapses as Macron rushes to help
A member of the French honour guard collapsed during Slovak President Peter Pellegrini’s arrival at the Elysee Palace.
More than 300 migrants rescued off Spain’s Canary Islands
More than 300 migrants were rescued off Spain’s Canary Islands amid a surge in Atlantic crossings.
Fighting intensifies in Yemen as Houthis deny targeting Mecca
World Health Organization says more than 320,000 people have been displaced in Yemen fighting since August 1.
Bolivia arrests former judge on suspicion of drug trafficking
Arrests in Bolivia linked to a US-backed security alliance crackdown on drug cartels in Latin America.
Iran’s chief negotiator tells Al Jazeera ‘ball in US court’
Iran’s chief negotiator says it’s up to the US to answer Iran’s position in the latest round of peace talks.
Amnesty says UN, South Sudan officials failed to prevent village massacre
Peacekeepers knew of likely raid on Abiemnom, where more than 200 people were killed, according to rights group report.
Iran warns of expanded retaliation as Israel reportedly readies to attack
Israeli security cabinet orders military to step up preparations for a possible attack on Iran, Israeli media reports.
Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital kills at least six, Gaza civil defence agency says
The strike hit the surgery department of the hospital in Khan Younis, wounding at least 20 people and causing extensive damage, a spokesperson says.