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Iraq qualifies for the Fifa World Cup for the first time in 40 years
Thousands of Iraqis streamed to the streets of Baghdad to celebrate qualifying for the FIFA World Cup.
Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026
The Lions of Mesopotamia secured their World Cup spot with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bolivia amid war backdrop.
US Supreme Court to hear constitutional test of birthright citizenship
Advocates warn of fallout for immigrants as challenge Trump executive order is heard before US top court.
West Bank strikes over Palestinian-only death penalty
A general strike swept the West Bank after Israel passed a death penalty law that only targets Palestinians.
India begins world’s largest population census
More than three million Indian officials have begun the yearlong task of counting the country’s population.
US messages via Witkoff and intermediaries are not negotiations: Araghchi
Iran's foreign minister says message exchanges continue with Washington, but insists there are no negotiations or trust.
‘An incredible feeling’: Turkiye beat Kosovo to end 24-year World Cup wait
Turkiye secure a return to football's biggest tournament for the first time since 2002, when they finished third.
Houthis claim joint missile attack on Israel with Iran and Hezbollah
Yemen’s Houthis say they launched a missile attack on Israel in coordination with Iran and Hezbollah.
Which teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
A breakdown of the teams and groups of the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the US after the final playoffs.
Iran war: What is happening on day 33 of US-Israel attacks?
Trump says US could leave Iran war in 2-3 weeks without a deal; Iran’s FM Araghchi says he has no faith in talks.