Category: Global News
Who controls the Rafah crossing?
Gaza once had seven border crossings to the outside world. Now it has two, and both are blocked by Israel.
Who was Yasser Abu Shabab, the Israel-backed militia leader killed in Gaza?
Yasser Abu Shabab, the leader of an Israeli-backed militia in Gaza has been killed.
German president visits WWII UK bombing site amid unity against Russia
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier's visit to UK is the first by a German head of state in 27 years.
Eurovision hit by boycotts over Israel’s inclusion
Fans of Europe’s annual song contest are fearing for its future after four countries announced they were boycotting.
Iranian delegation in the US for World Cup draw after threatening boycott
Head coach Ghalenoei is part of the delegation attending the draw despite saying they would boycott it over visa issues.
Abu Shabab’s killing “a heavy hit” to Israeli-backed Gaza gangs
Analyst Muhammad Shehada explains how Yasser Abu Shabab’s death rattles Israel’s proxy gangs in Gaza.
Turkiye orders arrest of top-tier footballers, officials in gambling probe
At least 27 top club players are suspected of having bet on matches involving their own teams.
As Hong Kong reckons with worst fire in decades, many see echoes of 2019
Unresolved anger and mistrust from the 2019 protests have hung over the response to the deadly Tai Po fire.
Syrians gather to celebrate first anniversary of Assad’s fall
Tens of thousands of Syrians have gathered in Hama to celebrate the first anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad.
LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 draw
Follow our live build-up, with analysis and all the latest news, ahead of the draw for next year's FIFA World Cup.