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A fast-moving wildfire in southern Spain's Almeria province has killed at least 12 people, with some reports putting the toll at 13. Hundreds of firefighters, supported by aircraft and soldiers, are working to contain the blaze, which has forced thousands of residents to evacuate and has left several people unaccounted for.
England defender Jarell Quansah has been suspended for two matches after a red card against Mexico, missing the quarterfinal against Norway. Elsewhere, Kylian Mbappé missed a penalty but France advanced, while Christian Pulisic suffered a leg fracture and Jordan Henderson is out for the tournament.
The 43rd Jerusalem Film Festival opened Thursday night at Sultan's Pool with 6,000 attendees. Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa was honored, and the festival features over 100 films from around the world.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to remain high through next week. Western Europe has recorded its hottest June on record, and scientists warn that climate change is making such events more likely and intense.
The Paraguayan Senate passed a motion against Senator Celeste Amarilla after she made racist remarks about Kylian Mbappé following Paraguay's World Cup loss to France. The incident has drawn condemnation from the Paraguayan government, French prosecutors, and President Emmanuel Macron, while Amarilla repeated the insults during a Senate session.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been described as the fastest-growing ever, with death toll exceeding 600. Reports across outlets put confirmed cases between 1,759 and 3,360, reflecting a rapid escalation as the virus spread to new provinces.
Three weeks after the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz have renewed tensions, with both sides exchanging strikes and global energy markets on edge. Traffic through the critical waterway has fallen sharply, and negotiations in Doha ended without agreement.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree setting legislative elections for November 28, the first such vote in two decades. The move follows international pressure to demonstrate the Palestinian Authority's legitimacy, but several logistical and political challenges remain, including the situation in Gaza and East Jerusalem.
Spain return to the top of the FIFA rankings after dethroning Argentina, who remain among four favourites still alive at the World Cup. Al Jazeera assesses the title credentials of the remaining eight teams, from Argentina's unconvincing path to England's character and France's attacking depth.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov discussed the potential for further Putin-Trump talks, US mediation in Ukraine, and Russia-China drills, while questioning Washington's neutrality and criticizing Trump's remarks on escalation.
France and Morocco meet in a World Cup quarterfinal rematch, with Kylian Mbappe in devastating form and Morocco missing top scorer Ismael Saibari. France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed FIFA rejected Michael Olise's yellow card appeal, putting him at risk of missing a potential semifinal.
The Bayeux Tapestry is set to cross the Channel to London under police protection, ending its 900-year stay in France. The loan, first announced a year ago, will see the 68-metre embroidery displayed at the British Museum from September 2026 to July 2027, with unprecedented security measures.
Australia and India have finalised arrangements for uranium exports during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The deal, announced alongside a civil nuclear agreement, aims to support India's clean energy goals under IAEA safeguards.
Western Europe experienced its hottest June ever recorded, with temperatures exceeding the 1991-2020 average by more than 3°C, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. The heatwave, linked to thousands of deaths, also drove global and ocean temperatures to record highs, prompting warnings of more frequent and intense heat extremes.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer known for the 1980s hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died aged 75 in a hospital in Portugal. Her family confirmed she was being treated for an illness. The song's enduring popularity and her distinctive voice are highlighted across global obituaries.
France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending the Atlas Lions' historic campaign. Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé sealed the win for Les Bleus, who continue their pursuit of a third world title.
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina has defended the officiating in Argentina's 3-2 win over Egypt, dismissing bias allegations after Egypt's federation filed a formal complaint. Egypt claims biased officiating and discriminatory treatment, while Collina insists referees acted independently and warned against unfounded allegations.
Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record, with temperatures more than 3°C above the 1991-2020 average, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. The heatwave, linked to thousands of deaths and wildfires, underscores Europe's status as the world's fastest-warming continent.
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for embezzling EU funds but shortened her ban on public office, allowing her to run in the 2027 presidential election. Le Pen has announced her candidacy and plans to appeal to the Court of Cassation, with a potential ruling due by April 2027.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its 2026 global growth forecast for the second time this year, citing the lingering effects of the war in the Middle East on energy markets. The IMF now expects the world economy to grow 3% this year, with an AI-driven technology boom only partly offsetting the shock.