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Israel detains Palestinians in renewed West Bank incursions

At least four Palestinians detained and 17 others injured from Israeli drone strikes on Tulkarem. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/VguWNYl via IFTTT

Russia targets Ukraine ‘military’ sites in retaliation for Belgorod attack

Kharkiv, Kyiv and other cities attacked in the latest wave of attacks, while missile alert sounded in Russia's Belgorod. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/PFwA94v via IFTTT

‘He never hesitated’: Samer Abudaqa – father, friend, fearless photographer

Al Jazeera’s cameraman in Gaza bled to death after being hit during an Israeli air raid; medics could not reach him. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/VMKudyG via IFTTT

Israeli bombardment destroyed over 70% of Gaza homes: Media office

Experts say the besieged strip is unrecognisable and its bombing is the most destructive in modern history. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QNC7FSL via IFTTT

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 675

As the war enters its 675th day, these are the main developments. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ZBex16g via IFTTT

Biden administration bypasses Congress on weapons sales to Israel

For second time in a month, US approves munitions for Israel while calling for end to mass civilian deaths. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/KxOj1fH via IFTTT

Russian poets given long jail terms for reciting verses against Ukraine war

Artyom Kamardin, 33, and Yegor Shtovba, 23, sentenced for 'undermining national security', 'inciting hatred'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qpdGzeg via IFTTT

Photos: 2023 – a year in pictures

A visual timeline of some of the events that shaped the last 12 months. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/zodk0uO via IFTTT

‘The revolution will continue’: Syrian protesters vow ahead of 2024

The Syrian regime and allies stepped up attacks in the country's northwest as a humanitarian crisis mounted in 2023. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/GzwVRqO via IFTTT

After eruption of Indonesia’s Marapi, tourism sector faces safety questions

Local tour guide says hikers should never have been allowed on famous peak in West Sumatra. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Qh0JcaB via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 83

Israel is in the middle of a major raid in Ramallah as Gaza continues to be hit - here are the latest updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/4uk6OdK via IFTTT

In Zimbabwe, a small publisher that helped launch big voices shuts down

In 25 years, the couple-run Harare-based Weaver Press published hundreds of Zimbabwean fiction and nonfiction titles. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rOKcaL8 via IFTTT

US eyes reports Iran has accelerated uranium enrichment

Tension has risen between Washington and Tehran amid the Israel-Gaza war. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/UgHDXTM via IFTTT

Political crisis in Nigerian oil capital sparks fears of more economic woes

Rivers State crisis has yet to be resolved fully despite alleged intervention by President Tinubu. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/tr0z9mZ via IFTTT

Six killed in Israeli strike on refugee camp in occupied West Bank

Ambulances say they were blocked by Israeli forces after attack on Nur Shams refugee camp near Tulkarem. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/G6pulsB via IFTTT

Why do evangelical Christians support Israel?

Palestinian human rights activist Jonathan Kuttab explains how Christian Zionism affects US policy in the Middle East. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/yAINat5 via IFTTT

Will raising fuel and power bills make Malaysians go solar?

Malaysia's climate minister says he'll cut subsidies from the rich and help the poor to help better the environment. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/mNEDrj4 via IFTTT

India’s navy deploys warships to Arabian Sea after tanker attack

Guided missile destroyers to 'maintain deterrent presence' after Israel-linked vessel hit off Indian coast. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QalCpZI via IFTTT

Iran dismisses US accusations of tanker attack off India

Amid tension over maritime security, Iran insists the US is seeking to cover up complicity in Israel's 'crimes in Gaza'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/mxrvPfc via IFTTT

Rhetoric escalates in China-Philippines South China Sea dispute

Chinese state media warns the Philippines that 'provocations' in South China Sea are 'extremely dangerous'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/T9JBCjm via IFTTT

Photos: The staggering human toll of Israel’s war on Gaza

Israel’s aerial and ground offensive has been one of the most devastating military offensives in recent history. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Rracw0F via IFTTT

‘Many more could die’: Urgent plea for Rohingya refugees trapped at sea

At least one passenger on a boat carrying 185 refugees has died, with dozens more in 'critical condition', warns UNHCR. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ifeZ8SG via IFTTT

What are Palestine’s unique Christmas rituals, disrupted by Israel’s war?

This year's Christmas will have rubble-laden mangers and silent processions amid the Israel, Hamas war. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/DHeqXyr via IFTTT

How to pay for genocide: Namibian victims of German colonialism want a say

For years, Namibian groups rallied for redress of systemic violence. When an agreement was reached, they were excluded. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/iIvPpO8 via IFTTT

US paramedics found guilty in 2019 death of Black man Elijah McClain

McClain fell unconscious after police put him in a chokehold before paramedics injected him with powerful sedative. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/UgsxLNm via IFTTT

‘Without work and hope’: Bethlehem’s Christmas economy bleeds from Gaza war

The West Bank city loses Christmas tourism amid daily Israeli raids and the continuing assault on the Gaza Strip. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/2yKuZeS via IFTTT

Feted abroad, ignored at home: The story of Mami Wata’s voyage to Oscars

The film, a black-and-white fantasy thriller inspired by West African folklore, is Nigeria's third entry for the Oscars. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/B1OkXMb via IFTTT

‘Seen as less human’: Why has Islamophobia surged amid Israel’s Gaza war?

Hate crimes and complaints are at record levels. Al Jazeera speaks to Professor John Esposito to better understand why. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/EMVqh0i via IFTTT

Meta ‘stifling’ pro-Palestine voices on social media, rights group says

'Censorship' of hundreds of posts on Facebook, Instagram during Gaza war furthers 'erasure of Palestinians’ suffering'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/NPV8d5W via IFTTT

Malaysia bans Israel-flagged ships from its ports in response to Gaza war

PM says Israel's actions 'violate international law through the ongoing massacre and brutality against Palestinians'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fRVFHM5 via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 75

A UNSC ceasefire vote is delayed again as the UN warns of more deaths due to water shortages - here are major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/CaU7kPL via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 74

A new security force in the Red Sea announced amid new round of ceasefire voting at the UNSC - here are major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/EJBTFRO via IFTTT

Volunteers help Palestinian citizens of Israel harvest amid Gaza war

Since the war began, Israel has suspended work permits for about 130,000 day workers from the occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/uZ32Son via IFTTT

Eight people dead in Guinea oil terminal blast, says police

The blast occurred in downtown Conakry, at the only oil terminal in the West African country. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/el0YLbT via IFTTT

Iraq heads to the polls to vote for powerful provincial councils

The first council elections in a decade are expected to strengthen the grip of pro-Iran groups. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rIF9ABk via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 72

Israel and Hamas have restarted talks through Qatari mediation as attacks on Gaza continue - here are the major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ML7bCWu via IFTTT

Voting begins in Serbian parliamentary elections

While President Aleksandar Vucic is not on the ballot, the contest is seen as a referendum on his government. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/SVLPTlw via IFTTT

PA health minister seeks probe into deadly Israeli raid on Gaza hospital

Israeli forces accused of crushing Palestinians using bulldozers in the courtyard of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QqcXipy via IFTTT

Iran-aligned Houthis warn Israel, US against attacking Yemen

Threat comes as Israel, Western allies bolster presence in Red Sea as rebels target shipping. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/cEBuxUN via IFTTT

Three brothers in the West Bank, kept apart by Israel’s war

Three brothers swap stories of life under military occupation in three different parts of the West Bank. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/iOQaRMA via IFTTT

Diseases spread in Gaza amid health system collapse, Israeli strikes

WHO says diarrhoea cases surged 66 percent among children. Meningitis, chickenpox, jaundice also reported. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Nzw5Jm0 via IFTTT

Young Kenyans begin boycott of Israeli brands as Gaza war goes on

In Nairobi, advocacy efforts are on the rise in solidarity with Palestine as the war in Gaza continues. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/3yDtjGf via IFTTT

The refugee football team in worn-out shoes scoring success in Zambia

The odds are stacked against them. But that’s not stopping Meheba’s refugees and their Zambian teammates from dreaming. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/MAy286i via IFTTT

Indonesia’s first presidential debate: Five key takeaways

Prabowo Subianto, Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan spar over human rights and law in their first televised encounter. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/noBDgUq via IFTTT

Myanmar overtakes Afghanistan as world’s top opium producer: UN

Violent political turmoil in Myanmar in years since 2021 coup has contributed to production increase, new report says. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/JT79kCl via IFTTT

Many killed as fighters storm police station in northwest Pakistan

Explosives-packed vehicle is rammed into station used by army as a base in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and fighters open fire. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/h2JXlPt via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 67

An anticipated UNGA meeting amid a Houthi attack on a Norwegian-registered tanker - here are major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/aAryFSx via IFTTT

With Europe’s help, a Libyan brigade accused of killings returns refugees

Using information provided by Frontex and Malta, a Libyan group linked to Wagner is illegally pulling back refugees. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rZe8mAB via IFTTT

Refugees use plants to fight malaria & climate change in Uganda

Refugees in Uganda are involved in a scheme to plant shrubs and trees to help local communities fight malaria. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OTZEtLG via IFTTT

Sergey Lavrov: The Russian approaches to Gaza and Ukraine

The Russian foreign minister debates his country's approaches to Gaza and Ukraine. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/w8YvStk via IFTTT

UN warns of massive funding shortfall as global crises mount

The international institution warns humanitarian aid sector facing funding crisis amid conflict and climate emergencies. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/WQDKvGr via IFTTT

Shohei Ohtani agrees to record $700m, 10-year contract with LA Dodgers

It may be the largest contract in sports history, topping highs believed to be set by Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/KudZX1p via IFTTT

French frigate shoots down drones over Red Sea: Military

Incident comes after Houthi rebels threatened to prevent passage of Israel-linked ships if aid is not allowed into Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/jazP6Yk via IFTTT

Libyan militias are ‘making a killing’ off kidnapping refugees for ransom

Refugee Salem Doma was tortured and held for ransom in Bani Walid, Libya, another victim of human trafficking. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HB796nG via IFTTT

‘Double standards’: World reacts to US veto on Gaza truce resolution at UN

International rights groups say US 'risks complicity in war crimes', has 'callous disregard for civilian suffering'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/YDJHNS5 via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 64

US vetoes a UN Security Council ceasefire resolution as hundreds of Palestinians are killed in new attacks on Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/G4qUudA via IFTTT

Uncanny valley: What’s the latest TikTok makeup trend?

How life-like should robots and AI be before they become scary? That question is at the heart of this phenomenon. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/w5hvTXm via IFTTT

Taiwan detects Chinese balloon, fighter jets crossing median line

Activity along Taiwan Strait comes as Taipei is on high alert for Chinese interference ahead of elections next month. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/BaqFO0v via IFTTT

Tech firms failing to ‘walk the walk’ on ethical AI, report says

Stanford University researchers say AI ethics practitioners report lacking institutional support at their companies. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Xeik2wn via IFTTT

Russia set to hold presidential election in March 2024

Vladimir Putin is widely expected to run again after constitutional reforms he orchestrated in 2020 to help extend term. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/TROBUSE via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 62

The UN chief's invocation of a rare power and a warning from the ICC chief prosecutor - here are major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5D0KFGm via IFTTT

The fishermen of Jaffa: Fear replaces harmony amid Israel-Gaza war

In the ancient port of Jaffa, peaceful coexistence between Palestinians and Israelis is threatened by war. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/BrF7WoT via IFTTT

US throws weight behind Guyana in territorial dispute with Venezuela

Top US diplomat Blinken reaffirms support for Guyana's sovereignty as Venezuela threatens to annex its Essequibo region. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qDlMo56 via IFTTT

Nepal arrests people smugglers supplying Russia’s army in Ukraine

Kathmandu has urged Moscow to halt the use of Nepali mercenaries. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HfmZaeG via IFTTT

Deputy Russian army commander killed in Ukraine: Official

The governor of Russia's Voronezh region says Vladimir Zavadsky died at a combat post in the 'special operation zone'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/1hEFnpg via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 60

Here are the latest updates as the war nears the completion of two months. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ylZgvGD via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 59

Another attack from Yemen's Houthi group and renewed calls to end stepped up fighting - here are the major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/YVNaWmM via IFTTT

Netherlands accused of war crimes complicity for Israeli military supplies

Human rights groups say the Dutch state's export of plane parts to Israel makes it complicit in Gaza war crimes. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/31Vfslz via IFTTT

Taken by the Mediterranean: A mother’s search for her lost son

A two-year search for refugees disappeared at sea trying to reach Spain is an endless mission, desperate relatives say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qcXSjD6 via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 58

Israel continues to ignore calls for putting a stop to the war and civilian deaths – here are the major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OPRlu6Y via IFTTT

India’s BJP leads in 3 of 4 states in key regional elections

Local media say the right-wing ruling party ahead in key states in boost for PM Modi months ahead of national elections. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/v2rkTIt via IFTTT

Palestine-Israel through three European lenses

Israel-Gaza as seen in Europe: examining how history has informed coverage in Germany, France and Ireland. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ETczkSU via IFTTT

Russia boosts size of armed forces by 170,000 troops

President Putin's decree takes number of Russian service personnel to 1.32 million amid continuing Ukraine war. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/6FsZz1M via IFTTT

US sends ‘bunker buster’ bombs to Israel for war on Gaza, report says

Apart from ground-penetrating munitions, the US has also given Israel several other types of bombs and artillery shells. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/sz1CmVc via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 57

Israel's renewed attacks kill dozens of Palestinians in Gaza amid mediating efforts led by Qatar to re-establish truce. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/RAZfHms via IFTTT

Russian court extends detention of US journalist Kurmasheva until February

Russian-American journalist is accused of failing to register as a 'foreign agent'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/h3IAaj9 via IFTTT

Northern Ireland peace deal: Women’s role finally recognised, says activist

Monica McWilliams looks back on the work of the Women's Coalition during peace talks, 25 years ago. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/u5yUrI7 via IFTTT

Israel strikes Gaza after truce expires

Israel's military has resumed its bombardment of Gaza as the temporary pause expired with no agreement to extend it. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/EZO17Sp via IFTTT

Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 56

Israel military says operations have restarted in Gaza after the truce expired – here are the major updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/kf4z8oU via IFTTT