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Iran says it will name its terms for reopening Strait of Hormuz

Iran to issue terms for reopening Strait of Hormuz as mediating countries send delegations to Tehran to revive talks.

Al Jazeera · 28 Aug 2026
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Malaysia to return 1,500 Rohingya refugees next month, despite safety fears

First phase of Malaysia's repatriation plan will involve Myanmar nationals who are 'willing to return voluntarily'.

Al Jazeera · 28 Aug 2026
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New Israeli roadblocks entrench siege of homes in West Bank’s Qusra

After weeks of settler siege, three new Israeli gates around Palestinian homes in Qusra raise fears in West Bank.

Al Jazeera · 28 Aug 2026
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US aid cuts threaten Ghana’s child immunisation gains

Ghana faces a $78.2m health funding shortfall as aid cuts put immunisation gains at risk.

Al Jazeera · 28 Aug 2026
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Iran war live: Tehran prepares conditions to open Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it is preparing to draft conditions to open the Strait of Hormuz following mediator requests.

Al Jazeera · 28 Aug 2026
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US charges 81 in Puerto Rico gang case, as Trump cartel crackdown continues

The arrests are part of a federal task force initiative targeting criminal gangs and transnational organisations.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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US judge questions the push to add Trump’s name back to the Kennedy Center

Venue's board of directors, stacked with supporters of the president, voted to add his name again despite past ruling.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Syria’s president appoints ex-commander of Kurdish-led SDF as advisor

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa appoints Mazloum Abdi as presidential advisor, three days after dissolution of SDF.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Haiti police confront public frustration after deadly gang attack kills 47

The attack in Kenscoff, a community where crime had been declining, has raised questions about Haiti's security.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Bosnian Serb General Ratko Mladic has died

Bosnian Serb General Ratko Mladic, who was serving a life sentence for genocide and crimes against humanity.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Barcelona scraps Spain World Cup tribute amid fans’ Catalan flag support

An act supporting Catalonia's pro-independence symbol organized as Barcelona hosts first game since Spain World Cup win.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Raphinha scores again as Barcelona ease past Athletic Club in La Liga

Raphinha nets his third goal in Barcelona's first two games of new season as Athletic Club beaten 2-0 in La Liga.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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The role of climate change in the Nepal floods

The deadly flash floods in Nepal are not a surprise to many scientists. Glacial melt is accelerating because of climate change, putting millions of people at risk.

NPR News · 27 Aug 2026
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Crystal Palace vs Man City: Premier League – prediction, teams, lineups

Manchester City travels to Crystal Palace, looking to build on their late show in their opening Premier League match.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Canada welcomes US shift on French language discoverability in trade talks

US trade officials downplay French language dispute, calling claims fabricated.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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Video: Trump signs order to re-name Lake Ontario as Lake America

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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US Postal Service says mail-in ballot restrictions now in effect

The US Supreme Court ruled in favor of changes backed by President Donald Trump, but new challenges have been filed.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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‘Everything is covered in ash’: Indonesia wildfires leave people in crisis

Fires severely impacting people's health in West Kalimantan, with pregnant women and children particularly vulnerable.

Al Jazeera · 27 Aug 2026
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