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Justice Dept. drops 'New York Times' subpoenas under pressure from judge

The Justice Department is dropping the subpoenas it filed demanding grand jury testimony and phone records from New York Times journalists after sharp questioning Thursday from a federal judge.

NPR News · 24 Jul 2026
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What are the Abraham Accords?

US President Donald Trump has seemingly backpedalled on a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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US launches 13th night of strikes as Iran warns of escalation in the Gulf

Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports from Tehran as the US launches strikes for the 13th consecutive night.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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‘There’s no salary’: DRC health workers tell of hardship as Ebola spreads

Health workers in the DRC battle a range of obstacles, from infection risk to angry mob attacks.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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US court affirms release of pro-Palestine scholar as legal battle continues

Appeal judges' decision to side with Georgetown's Badar Khan Suri against Trump sets up Supreme Court intervention.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets with far-right US activist Laura Loomer

Pro-Israel Trump ally sits down with Ukrainian president as she says Russia is helping Iran kill US soldiers.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Mike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearing

Ted Lieu challenges UN Ambassador Mike Waltz after playing Al Jazeera footage of Iranian strikes in Jordan.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Trump imposes new double-digit tariffs on dozens of countries

With existing 10 percent levies set to expire, Trump issues new tariffs on 60 countries under forced labour provision.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Analyst: voting against Iran war funding a tough sell for Congress

The US says it has spent more than $37.5 billion on the Iran war so far.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Israel bombs Gaza after displacement orders, kills two Palestinians

Humanitarian situation in Gaza is 'desperate', UN official says, as Israeli violations of 'ceasefire' intensify.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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UN envoy for Yemen ‘alarmed’ by Houthis’ Red Sea attacks, calls for talks

Hans Grundberg warns that further confrontation risks 'deepening the suffering of the Yemeni people'.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘massive attack’ on Iran

Trump says he is considering a ‘massive attack’, as Iran's Araghchi says 'mindless aggression' won't help a deal.

Al Jazeera · 24 Jul 2026
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Trump expands voluntary pledge to blunt AI-driven utility bill surges

White House hails pledge that seeks to shield consumers from the cost of energy for data centres as 'historic'.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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Two Palestinians killed as Israel intensifies strikes on Gaza City

Two Palestinians were killed and several others injured in a new wave of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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How the Houthi Red Sea blockade will impact the world

The Houthis' blockade of Bab al-Mandeb threatens a vital global trade route.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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Arab and Muslim countries condemn Israeli storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Israeli settlers' storming of Islam's holy site fuels 'hatred' and obstructs lasting peace, joint statement says.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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Is this Italy’s ‘George Floyd moment’?

The death of Moroccan-born Abderrahim Fakir after he was restrained by police in Bologna has sparked protests.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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US war on Iran: The $110 billion price tag

America's war on Iran has cost the US nearly $110 billion. Now, the Trump administration wants another $67 billion.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul 2026
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