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Bosnia, Canada share points in hard-fought draw at World Cup
Cyle Larin's equaliser gives Canada first World Cup points after Jovo Lukic put Bosnia in the lead in the first half.
Palestine football chief says he wasn’t granted US visa to attend World Cup
Jibril Rajoub remains in Mexico awaiting a US visa to attend the World Cup 2026.
Will there be a deal to end the Iran war this time?
After cancelling planned strikes on Iran, Trump has said an agreement to end the war will be finalised soon.
Pope warns people smugglers they face God’s wrath
Migration has been a central theme throughout Pope Leo's weeklong tour of Spain.
New York City catches World Cup fever amid transit chaos, high costs
World Cup preparations are underway in New York City with more than one million visitors expected.
USA vs Paraguay live: World Cup 2026
Follow our live build-up, with full opening ceremony and team news coverage, before our text commentary stream.
Judge keeps order in place to remove Trump’s name from Kennedy Center
The US president has sought to reshape the capital city's image and institutions through series of plans and projects.
UAE to unlock frozen Iranian funds amid US ceasefire push
Sources tell Reuters UAE releasing funds to ease tensions with Iran, allow both sides to avoid 'red lines'.
EU agrees launch of accession process for Ukraine and Moldova
Progress for Kyiv's membership bid given the green light after Hungary's new government lifts Budapest's veto.
World Cup fans express excitement and share their predictions
Ahead of the US’s first match, Al Jazeera spoke to World Cup fans in Los Angeles.

