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Israeli ministers and settlers call for return to Gaza settlements

‘Gaza is ours.’

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Burnham’s move to scrap UK’s digital ID plans earns cheers and criticism

Digital inclusion and civil liberties campaigners welcome the U-turn — for different reasons. But some are unhappy.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Why Palestinians in Gaza are celebrating Spain’s World Cup win

Thousands gathered across Gaza to watch the World Cup final, with many backing Spain over its support for Palestinians.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Putin meets North Korean foreign minister in diplomatic push

The visit by North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui comes without an obvious occasion, such as a multilateral diplomatic event or state anniversary, and has raised speculation that she may be coor

NPR News · 20 Jul 2026
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Who is Khalil al-Hayya, Hamas’s newly elected political chief?

Veteran negotiator assumes Palestinian group's overall leadership following a wartime election process.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Since Islamabad MoU: What’s changed for the US, Iran and the Gulf?

We explain how the war has changed for all the parties since their MoU unravelled and as the conflict has escalated.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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‘I want to be honest with you’ says new UK PM Andy Burnham

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Russian strike on ship near Odesa kills 10, Ukraine hits Moscow with drones

Ukraine launches hundreds of drones towards Moscow a day after Russia unleashed a massive barrage of ballistic missiles.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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India’s Rohit Sharma ends retirement talk as World Cup 2027 still in sight

Rohit struck 138 off 110 balls in defeat by England in third ODI, which some speculated could be his last for India.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Argentina fans throw stones at police after World Cup defeat

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Don’t believe Andy Burnham’s PR machine

As his empty Gaza apology clearly demonstrates, he will not bring the radical change Labour really needs.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Why is Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey so controversial?

Controversy has centred largely on casting, but it also reflects broader debates on who gets to retell this epic story.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Iran says Spain World Cup win brings joy to critics of US, Israel

Iran praises Spain's win over Argentina after Spanish government's condemnation of policies on Gaza and war on Iran.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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3 U.S. personnel killed in Iran conflict. And, Hunter Biden opens up to NPR

Three U.S. service members have been killed since Friday amid rising tension between the U.S. and Iran. And, Hunter Biden talks to NPR's Newsmakers about addiction and public scrutiny.

NPR News · 20 Jul 2026
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Why is Iran bombing Gulf states while avoiding US naval assets and Israel?

Analysts say Iran is using Gulf states to pressure Washington while avoiding direct confrontation with US forces.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Photos: Police fire tear gas at India’s Cockroach movement supporters

The youth-led Cockroach Janta Party protests in New Delhi, demanding India's education minister resign over exam leaks.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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‘I go with a smile’ says outgoing UK PM Keir Starmer in final speech

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new leader after run-off with Khaled Meshaal

This is a breaking news story.

Al Jazeera · 20 Jul 2026
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