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Turkiye’s AK Party turns 25: A journey of change and renewal

In a quarter-century, the party has strengthened democracy, driven development and elevated Turkiye’s global standing.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz under its control, rejects Trump claims

Iran asserts full control over the Strait of Hormuz, challenging US claims of dominance in the strategic waterway.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Pro-Palestine football fans lament West Ham for signing Manor Solomon

The 27-year-old Israeli player has used his platform to defend Israel amid the genocide in Gaza.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Oman says massive oil spill reaches coastline: What damage could it do?

Oil has been spilling from the Caroline Bezengi, a tanker that has been leaking crude since running aground off Oman.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Ukraine attacks key Russian grain terminal on Black Sea port

Ukraine has damaged Russia’s grain export terminals in an attack on the Novorossiysk port.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Ebola outbreak caused by new ‘animal transmission’: What that means

More than 2,000 people have died after contracting the latest strain of the Ebola virus.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Report from scene of Palestinian homes besieged by settlers

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Lebanese Americans sue US over Israel’s rights abuses in Lebanon war

Michigan-based group leads class action lawsuit against US government and defence contractors over Lebanon war abuses.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill

The drills come amid rising tensions with China, which frequently sends military planes and ships towards Taiwan.

NPR News · 13 Aug 2026
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Spanish Super Cup will be held in Turkiye in 2027

The tournament from February 2 to 7 will feature Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Turkiye lays out ‘mechanisms’ of defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia

Three nations to group ministers, hold ⁠joint exercises and deepen defence industry cooperation under the pact.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Falling Danube flow forces shutdown of Romania’s sole nuclear plant

Romania had tried to avert a total shutdown of the plant, which usually generates a fifth of the country's electricity.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Infantino’s FIFA fate must go to an election, says Africa football chief

CAF have given under-fire Gianni Infantino their backing, and now say the FIFA president must stand in March's election.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Five charts that explain the high cost of living in the UK

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is on a nationwide tour to listen to the ‘financial concerns’ of the people.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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US-Iran talks in deadlock – what’s the latest?

The US and Iran continue their standoff in the Strait of Hormuz as mediators try to coax talks.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Colombia earthquake response tests new far-right government

Disaster tests President Abelardo de la Espriella and his government as it scrambles to find survivors and provide aid.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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More than 135 million people in Europe set for temperatures over 35C

Europe is the fastest-warming continent in the world and in some places is ill-equipped to deal with hot weather.

Al Jazeera · 13 Aug 2026
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Inflation eased slightly in July. And, ICE plans to give officers electric shock gloves

Inflation cooled a bit last month, according to a new report from the Labor Department. And, ICE plans to equip its officers with electric shock gloves.

NPR News · 13 Aug 2026
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