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Infantino’s ‘Peace Prize’ to Trump raises questions about FIFA’s neutrality

FIFA President Gianni Infantino heaps praise on Donald Trump as critics ridicule newly established award as ‘vulgar’.

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‘Uninterrupted oil shipments’: Key takeaways from Putin-Modi talks in Delhi

More than deals, analysts say, Putin-Modi’s bonhomie sends a message that Western efforts to isolate Russia have failed.

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‘Uninterrupted oil shipments’: Key takeaways from Putin-Modi talks in Delhi

More than deals, analysts say, Putin-Modi’s bonhomie sends a message that Western efforts to isolate Russia have failed.

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Who was Yasser Abu Shabab, Israel-backed militia leader killed in Gaza?
Abu Shabab became prominent last year leading an armed group operating in Israeli-controlled areas of Gaza.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
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Meet the US’s drug running friends: A history of narcotics involvement
Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
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Why is Belgium opposed to using Russian assets to support Ukraine?
Belgium is pushing back against a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s economy and war effort.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
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Who is Kevin Hassett, Trump’s expected pick to lead the Federal Reserve?
Trump’s top economic adviser is odds-on favourite to lead the Fed amid concerns over the central bank’s independence.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
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Amid Trump threats, what has the US’s ‘war on drugs’ achieved in 50 years?
Al Jazeera looks at how years of punitive measures cost billions, filled prisons and did little to curb violence.
Published On 4 Dec 2025

La Liga leaders Barcelona seek to reverse away-day blues at Real Betis

Table-topping Barcelona look to move four points clear of Real Madrid but Real Betis eye their own La Liga ambitions.

Egypt’s economy stabilises, but poverty challenges persist

Investments boost Egypt’s economy, but rural poverty highlights unequal benefits from economic recovery efforts.

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The age of unipolar diplomacy is coming to an end
Gaza has exposed the limits of US power and opened space for new centres of global diplomacy.
Opinion by Jonathan Whittall
Published On 4 Dec 2025
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Bangladesh’s economy is not collapsing but undergoing a necessary reset
Long-ignored problems are finally being fixed, pointing to recovery rather than decline.
Opinion by Faisal Mahmud
Published On 3 Dec 2025
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Europe should seize Russia’s frozen assets now
With US aid stalled, only Moscow’s immobilised billions can keep Ukraine fighting.
Opinion by Maximilian Hess
Published On 2 Dec 2025
OPINION,
The illusion of Western peacemaking
When peacemaking ignores truth, it risks turning war crimes into opinion and genocide into a story with two sides.
Opinion by Puhiza Shemsedini
Published On 1 Dec 2025
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How Europe’s migration policy and arms empowered Sudan’s warlords
European migration funding strengthened Sudanese paramilitaries, while weak export oversight allowed the flow of arms.
Opinion by Zeenat Adam
Published On 30 Nov 2025

Famed for sculptural structures, architect Frank Gehry dies at age 96

Gehry blended pop art with monumental architecture that reshaped skylines from Prague to Los Angeles and New York City.

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Turkiye orders arrest of top-tier footballers, officials in gambling probe
At least 27 top club players are suspected of having bet on matches involving their own teams.
Published On 5 Dec 2025
Ukrainian diver Lyskun switches allegiance to Russia, loses all medals
Ukrainian officials termed Lyskun’s switch ‘categorically unacceptable’ and have stripped her all of medals and awards.
Published On 5 Dec 2025
Qatar keep alive FIFA Arab Cup hopes with Syria draw as Palestine top group
Tense FIFA Arab Cup group finale awaits as Asian Cup holders Qatar held by Syria while Palestine also draw with Tunisia.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
Root’s first century in Australia gives England edge as Starc topples Akram
England get edge on first day of second Test at the Gabba in Brisbane as Joe Root hits his first century in Australia.
Published On 4 Dec 2025
Flamengo add Brazilian title days after Copa Libertadores win
Flamengo add Brazil’s Serie A title to Copa Libertadores crown and have PSG in sight in Intercontinental Cup in Qatar.
Published On 4 Dec 2025

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Top 10 games, groups of death: All to know about the FIFA World Cup draw

Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.

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British soldiers accused of more abuses in Kenya: What we know

British soldiers training in Kenya abused women and caused environmental destruction for years, parliament has said.

Sudan’s Khartoum needs ‘urgent’ help due to severe food shortages: Report

Report by NGOs also finds healthcare system largely not functioning in Khartoum, months after city recaptured by army.

EU hits Musk’s X with $140m fine for ‘deceptive’ blue tick, ad transparency

Landmark penalty triggers US fury as Brussels enforces first digital transparency sanction.

Russia increasingly belligerent as truce talks flounder, Ukraine war rages

As peace efforts fail to bear fruit, the Russian leader threatens Odesa and Mykolaiv – and warns of wider war on Europe.

Meta starts blocking teens in Australia under social media ban

Australia’s world-first ban requires 10 major online platforms to block users aged 16.

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Pakistan seeks new South Asian bloc to cut India out: Will it work?

Pakistan says an emerging three-way cooperation with Bangladesh and China could be ‘expanded and duplicated’.

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, raising antitrust concerns

Critics say the deal would create less competition in Hollywood and limit choice for consumers.

As Hong Kong reckons with worst fire in decades, many see echoes of 2019

Unresolved anger and mistrust from the 2019 protests have hung over the response to the deadly Tai Po fire.

UNSC delegation meets Lebanon’s Aoun, tours south amid Israeli escalation

Visit comes as Hezbollah leader slams Lebanon’s recent civilian-led talks with Israel as a ‘free concession’.

‘The homeland is the homeland’: Venezuelans brace for possible US attack

Residents of Caracas go about their routines amid growing anxiety over the deployment of US military assets offshore.

Al-Assad inner circle plotting Syrian uprisings from Russian exile: Report

Ousted Syrian leader’s former spy chief and billionaire cousin scheme to destabilise Syria with armed violence.

Makeshift movie screenings in Gaza City bring children ‘out of the ruin’

The initiative is helping Gaza’s children ‘glimpse a better reality’, says Palestinian filmmaker Mustafa al-Nabih.

RSF kills dozens, mostly children, in war-torn Sudan’s Kalogi: SAF sources

Sudan Doctors Network says ‘deliberate suicide-drone attacks’ targeted a kindergarten and several civilian facilities.

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Who is Brian Cole, arrested for planting pipe bombs in Washington in 2021?

Cole, a resident of Woodbridge, Virginia, was identified following a long investigation.

German president visits WWII UK bombing site amid unity against Russia

President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s visit to UK is the first by a German head of state in 27 years.

Iranian delegation in the US for World Cup draw after threatening boycott

Head coach Ghalenoei is part of the delegation attending the draw despite saying they would boycott it over visa issues.

More heavy rain slows Sri Lanka’s recovery after deadly cyclone

President Dissanayake has called rescue and recovery efforts the most difficult in the nation’s history.

Putin pledges ‘uninterrupted’ fuel shipment to India amid US sanctions

Russian and Indian leaders agree to reshape their defence ties to take account of New Delhi’s push for ‘self-reliance’.

US military kills four in latest strike on boat in the Caribbean

Attack comes amid renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration’s campaign against alleged drug smugglers.

Hong Kong student union suspended over calls for justice for fire victims

Hong Kong Baptist University student union says suspension was ‘unfounded’ and may have ‘ulterior motives’.

China, France pledge cooperation as Xi joins Macron in trip to Chengdu

French leader Macron says he was ‘very touched’ by Xi’s gesture to accompany him to Chengdu – a departure from protocol.

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Has the Pentagon really exonerated Pete Hegseth over Signal leaks?

US defense secretary was accused of putting military personnel in danger when he used messaging app to discuss strikes.

Honduran presidential candidate says Trump interfered in election: Report

Centrist candidate Salvador Nasralla, 72, says the US president’s remarks may have cost him votes.

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Putin visits India amid Ukraine peace push: What’s on the agenda?

President Putin visits India as Russia faces pressure to end war in Ukraine, looking to boost bilateral trade deals.

What if…. we abolished billionaires?

Experts tell Al Jazeera what would happen if the world decided to downgrade its richest residents.

Japan, China continue to spar at UN over Takaichi remarks on Taiwan

Fallout continues after prime minister said use of force against Taiwan would be ‘survival threatening’ for Japan.

Australia hails ‘shared vision’, as defence minister set to visit Japan

Canberra says it seeks to make early contact with the new administration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Russia continues tech crackdown by blocking Snapchat, FaceTime access

Russian internet regulator Roskomnadzor accused both platforms of being used ‘to organise and carry out terrorist acts’.

‘Putin perfectly understands that Ukraine is running out of time’

While some in Russia believe Ukraine is standing in the way of peace, other analysts say Putin has maximalist ambitions.

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Why jail access to Pakistan’s Imran Khan has caused a political storm

Jailed former prime minister was finally allowed to meet his sister, Uzma Khanum, on Tuesday, following protests.

Four countries to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s inclusion

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands, and Slovenia refuse to participate in next year’s event after calling for Israel to be bann

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US-Venezuela tensions: Your questions answered

US-Venezuela relations have reached boiling point. Here’s everything you need to know.

US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn district map for 2026 midterms

The new Texas map, backed by Donald Trump, has sparked similar efforts for partisan redistricting across the US.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,380

These are the key developments from day 1,380 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Putin challenges US pressure on India over Russian oil during state visit

Putin questions US pressure on India’s Russian oil purchases as Modi gives the Russian president a warm welcome.

Trump can keep National Guard in Washington, DC, for now: Appeals court

Court grants stay on previous order giving timeline for troop withdrawal as administration considers response.

US grand jury declines to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James

James decries Trump’s ‘weaponisation’ of the justice system after second failed attempt to federally prosecute her.

Qalqilya targeted as Israel escalates raids in northern West Bank

Raids lead to arrest of Palestinians, as Israeli violence surges across northern occupied West Bank.

Trump hails ‘great day for the world’ as DRC, Rwanda finalise peace deal

US president hosts leaders of DRC and Rwanda and says Washington will buy rare earth minerals from the two countries.

US authorities arrest suspect in 2021 Washington, DC, pipe bomb case

The arrest of a Virginia man potentially ends a five-year mystery that highlighted rise of political violence in the US.

‘Corruption is a hydra’: Ukraine rocked by another high-profile sacking

Although Yermak was Zelenskyy’s right-hand man, observers say his downfall could benefit the president in short term.

US senators unveil bill to keep Trump from allowing AI chip sales to China

The bill comes as the Trump gov’t mulls greenlighting sales of Nvidia’s H200 artificial intelligence chips to China.

From Mogadishu to Minneapolis, Somalis reject Trump’s bigoted remarks

Advocates warn that Trump’s anti-Somali rhetoric has fuelled fear in US communities and anger abroad.

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