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Trump’s maritime policy
We compare and contrast the US Coast Guard’s seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker with US condemnation of maritime piracy.
Palestine defeated by Saudi Arabia in FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 quarterfinal
Palestine were appearing in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Arab Cup for the first time at Qatar 2025, but Saudi win 2-1.
Gaza’s camps brace for floods as Israel blocks key shelter supplies
Storm Byron is set to hit Gaza as nearly 1.5 million Palestinians shelter in flood-prone camps with little protection.
US lawmakers join calls for justice in Israel’s attacks on journalists
Lawmakers urge action to address patterns of attacks on journalists, including 2023's double-tap killing in Lebanon.
Bangladesh sets February election after year of political upheaval
Bangladesh prepares for a pivotal vote as the interim government struggles to restore stability and trust.
Nuclear ambition, proxies & defiance: Iran’s former top diplomat
Mohammad Javad Zarif discusses Iran’s political and military involvement in the Middle East and beyond.
Baby in Gaza dies from cold as Israel restricts entry of needed supplies
An eight-month-old baby in Gaza died from exposure to torrential rains and cold temperatures in her family’s tent.
Denmark plans to ban access to social media for anyone under 15
The Danish government has announced a new plan to restrict the use of social media for anyone under the age of 15.
Austrian lawmakers pass headscarf ban for under-14s in schools
Rights group Amnesty says ban, which will affect around 12,000 girls, will 'add to racist climate towards Muslims'.
PSG bus stoned after Champions League tie; Spanish fans injured in Poland
Trouble ensues around two matches across European football's club competitions in the early hours of Thursday.