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Analysis: Syrian airbase attack is an Israeli message to Damascus, Ankara

Analysts say the attack on Abu al-Duhur was likely an Israeli message warning to not rebuild Syria's air force.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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'Profits won.' The child safety trial against Meta kicks off in federal court

Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They allege that Meta knew its products could hook kids — and lied about the dange

NPR News · 18 Aug 2026
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The British state has recast protest as terrorism

Britain’s ever-broader terrorism laws are erasing the line between political violence, protest and dissent.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Tropical Storm Lala leaves Hawaii flooded and without power

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions

Iran’s authorities say they could shift to offensive operations as Washington considers further sanctions.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Disney sues US regulator, claiming political retaliation over ABC stations

FCC faces scrutiny as Disney claims licence renewal order is tied to political motives against ABC's coverage.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Real Madrid officially present Mourinho in bizarre closed-door ceremony

Jose Mourinho makes first official Real Madrid statements since returning as manager in unusually low-key ceremony.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Spain builds tent cities for the thousands stuck in Ceuta

Spain is building four temporary reception sites with 1,500 places as an estimated 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Palestinian living in caves older than Israel

Farhan al Rashaydeh lives in a cave in the occupied West Bank with his family.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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“I fear for my family’s lives” says Loui Ridi as settlers besiege home

Palestinian-American Loui Ridi expressed distress over how Israeli settlers have roamed around Qusra unchallenged.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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S. Korea stresses US alliance amid confusion over Trump drill cut

Lee's comments Tuesday come as many South Koreans remain baffled and concerned about U.S. President Donald Trump's abrupt order to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea.

NPR News · 18 Aug 2026
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Iran clubs face Qatar and UAE sides at neutral venues in Champions League

Following the start of the US-Israel war on Iran, the first match of the Iranian league was played last week.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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US cites India on voter IDs, but are elections under Modi clean?

Trump highlights India's voter ID rules to bolster his case for stricter US election laws.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Why is Russia threatening UK with ‘consequences’ over Ukraine drones?

Russia is suffering attacks inside its own territory as long-range drones strike its strategic assets.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal head coach with AFCON qualifiers looming

Former France, Arsenal and Manchester City midfielder Patrick Vieira replaces Pape Thiaw as Senegal coach.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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What to watch in the Alaska and Wyoming primary elections

Republican-led states face leadership shuffling.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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Hichilema re-elected as Zambia president amid opposition concerns over vote

Hakainde Hichilema’s second term will test whether economic recovery can deliver real change for Zambians.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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What to know about Gaza working groups and their mandate?

What to know about the new Gaza working groups conditioning reconstruction on immediate disarmament.

Al Jazeera · 18 Aug 2026
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