Pope Leo XIV begins Turkiye visit with prayers and unity message
The pontiff leads prayers in Istanbul, emphasising the Nicene Creed as the core of Christian unity and faith.
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Venezuela explained in 10 maps and charts
Al Jazeera visualises Venezuela’s political and economic landscape, oil riches, migration crisis and tensions with US.
RSF converts hospital in Sudan’s West Kordofan into military base
Sudan Doctors Network says military use of hospital is 'a blatant violation of sanctity of medical institutions'.
Trump says one National Guard soldier shot near White House has died
US president says second National Guard member 'fighting for his life' after attack a day earlier in Washington, DC.
Guinea-Bissau’s deposed President Embalo arrives in Senegal after coup
Senegal's Foreign Ministry says Umaro Sissoco Embalo arrived in the country a day after he was deposed in military coup.
‘Real uncertainty’: What to know about the Honduran presidential election
Several candidates are vying to replace President Xiomara Castro, but concerns about voting process have caused tension.
Former Peru President Pedro Castillo sentenced to 11.5 years in prison
The decision follows Castillo's failed 2022 bid to dissolve Congress and avoid a third impeachment attempt.
Canada rolls back climate rules to boost investments
In its deal with Alberta, Canada will scrap emissions cap on the oil and gas sector, among other moves.
More than 40 people killed as heavy rains trigger floods in Sri Lanka
Traffic and trains disrupted as Sri Lanka battles severe weather and rising floodwaters across multiple regions.
Thanksgiving: A story of celebration and pain, in maps
It's a day to give thanks. But for millions of Indigenous Americans, it also serves as a reminder of loss.
Venezuela suspends flight rights for six foreign airlines amid US tensions
Airlines including Iberia and TAP had paused flights to Venezuela after warnings about 'heightened military activity'.
Israeli troops kill two Palestinians in Jenin as they try to surrender
Observers condemn Israeli army's killing of two Palestinian men in northern West Bank as 'shocking crime'.
In the US, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade marches on despite wind gusts
The 99th edition of the holiday tradition included new balloons representing characters like Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man.
Tunisia frees prominent lawyer and critic of President Saied
Sonia Dahmani, 60, was arrested in 2024 after questioning government policy on African refugees and migrants.
US teen Mohammed Ibrahim released from Israeli prison after nine months
Advocates say the 16-year-old's health had been in decline since his arrest in February for allegedly throwing rocks.
US appears to back plan to divide Gaza, rebuild Israeli-controlled side
Critics worry that the creation of 'alternative safe communities' may tip the enclave into permanent division.
National Guard members shot in Washington, DC, identified
Sarah Beckstrom and Andrew Wolfe were wounded in the shooting, which the FBI is investigating as 'terrorism'.
Hundreds of children ‘terrified’ and alone after fleeing Sudan’s el-Fasher
Humanitarian group says at least 400 children reached Tawila without their parents after Rapid Support Forces' advance.
Putin says US-backed peace plan as framework is OK ‘in general’
Russian leader says Ukraine must cede key territory and the world must recognise Russia’s gains.
Guinea-Bissau coup: What happened, why it matters, what happens next?
General Horta Inta-A is named the head of a one-year transitional government after President Embalo was detained.