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Cuba’s power grid collapses again, triggering third blackout in 10 days
Millions lost power as Cuba’s fifth nationwide blackout of 2026 hit amid a US-imposed oil blockade.
Trump pivots from 20 percent Strait of Hormuz fee amid Iran war escalation
Donald Trump backs away from fee, says regional countries will instead invest in US in return for transit protection.
US President Trump drops 20% Strait of Hormuz fee plan
US President Donald Trump says he has abandoned his proposed 20% fee on cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
US risks falling into ‘escalation trap’ if it deploys troops in Iran
Analyst Alex Alfirraz Scheers says the US risks falling into an escalation trap if it launches a ground assault in Iran.
Jude Bellingham Station unveiled ahead of World Cup semi-final
A station in southeast London has been temporarily renamed Jude Bellingham Station before the World Cup semi-finals.
Leading Houthi threatens ‘siege’ on Saudi Arabia after Yemen airport attack
Speaking to Al Jazeera, leading Houthi Mohammed al-Bukhaiti warns of attacks on Saudi Arabia.
How the late Father Emir transformed Qatar’s economy
How the late Father Emir transformed Qatar’s economy
Mexico begins legal action in US over deaths of its citizens in ICE custody
Mexico files complaints and sends cease-and-desist letters over the deaths of 17 nationals in ICE custody or raids.
Israeli attack on north Gaza police station kills eight
Gaza's interior ministry denounces 'horrific massacre' that killed station chief, other police personnel and a civilian.
France vs Spain LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal
Live coverage and text updates as France play Spain in a semifinal clash between the two tournament favourites.