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A Ukrainian drone attack on a sea terminal in southern Russia killed one person and wounded at least three others, according to regional officials. The strike targeted the Tamanneftegaz terminal, causing fires at fuel storage facilities, as Ukraine intensifies its campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
As the 2026 World Cup enters its group stage, Brazil face Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland in a challenging Group C. With Neymar's fitness in question and Carlo Ancelotti's side under scrutiny, Al Jazeera provides detailed previews of each match, including lineups, kickoff times, and the stakes for all teams.
As the Socceroos prepare for their World Cup opener against Türkiye, coach Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension and embraced his team's underdog status. Captain Hakan Çalhanoğlu's pre-match confidence was met with a 2-0 Australian victory, silencing critics and setting up a promising tournament campaign.
Australian driver Martin Berry is using an AI personal trainer and simulator time to prepare for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of motorsport's most iconic endurance races. Berry is one of four Australians competing in the event, which features 62 cars and 186 drivers across three categories at the Circuit de la Sarthe in France.
The New York Times reports that the US plans to reduce the number of fighter jets and warships it assigns to NATO operations in Europe, including cutting F-16 and F-15E jets from 150 to 100 and removing all eight aerial refueling tankers. NATO officials say the move reflects a shift toward European responsibility for defense, while some analysts warn it could limit NATO's long-range strike and surveillance capabilities.
China has barred Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro and his family from entering the country, including Hong Kong and Macau, over remarks deemed harmful to bilateral ties. Manila has called the move an 'unfriendly act' that could further strain relations, while Teodoro vows to continue defending Philippine interests. The sanctions mark an escalation in the ongoing South China Sea dispute.
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is under investigation for alleged tax fraud and smuggling after police found luxury jewellery valued at over €1.3 million in his office safe. The discovery adds to an existing probe into influence peddling linked to a 2021 airline bailout. Zapatero denies wrongdoing, attributing the jewellery to family inheritance.
France's disinformation detection service Viginum has accused Israeli tech company BlackCore of interfering in Scottish elections earlier this year, as well as in municipal elections in France, New York, Angola, and Togo. The agency said it identified BlackCore as the culprit but could not determine who commissioned the operations.
The resignation of Defence Secretary John Healey over funding disagreements has triggered a wider cabinet dispute, with the Treasury offering £13.5bn against an £18bn gap. New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is tasked with finding alternative savings ahead of the NATO summit, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure over spending commitments.
David Hockney, one of Britain's most celebrated artists, has died at 88. Tributes from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles led global mourning. His private funeral was attended by only two people, with memorial services planned for 2027.
Toulouse and Clermont-Ferrand have imposed nighttime curfews on unaccompanied under-16s during select 2026 World Cup matches, following violent unrest after PSG's Champions League victory. The measures aim to prevent a repeat of the clashes that led to nearly 900 arrests nationwide.
Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups met in Paris to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution, as France works to sustain momentum ahead of the G7 summit. The conference, marking one year since the UN-backed New York Declaration, called for a permanent ceasefire, a halt to settlements, and reconstruction in Gaza, while participants warned the window for a solution is narrowing.
Thousands of Albanians have held nightly protests in Tirana and along the coast against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, with demonstrations now stretching into their 35th day. The protests, dubbed the 'Flamingo Revolution,' have broadened into calls for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation and anti-corruption reforms, drawing warnings from EU lawmakers about accession talks.
Labour MP Melanie Ward has called on the Charity Commission to investigate 32 UK charities that reportedly donated at least £28m to Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The move follows government statements that settlements are illegal under international law, with potential implications for tax relief and sanctions.
A coalition of 22 nations, including the US, UK, Australia, and several European countries, issued a joint statement accusing Iran of plotting attacks against Jews, dissidents, and journalists abroad. The statement condemned the use of criminal gangs and demanded Iran halt these actions immediately.
Michelle Bachelet, Rebeca Grynspan, and María Fernanda Espinosa, all from Latin America, participated in a UN secretary-general debate in Geneva. They discussed reforming the UN amid criticism of the institution, while Bachelet addressed rumors of a possible US veto. Espinosa outlined her vision for a more credible UN.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran 'very hard' and take control of the key oil hub of Kharg Island, even as indirect talks between Washington and Tehran have intensified. Iranian officials have warned of a harsh response to any 'reckless' US action, while negotiations mediated by Pakistan and Qatar continue in Switzerland.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called on Europe to pursue pragmatic dialogue with Moscow and proposed a single EU negotiator for Ukraine talks. Italy's ruling majority also backed a resolution supporting gradual sanctions relief after the conflict ends.
The ambassadors of France, the UK, and Germany met with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin in Moscow, with the French envoy calling the discussion constructive. Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, offered contrasting assessments, portraying the meeting as unproductive and accusing the Europeans of presenting unacceptable conditions.
The IAEA's governing board passed a resolution demanding Iran provide complete information on its enriched uranium stocks and grant inspectors access, as the watchdog warns it cannot verify the location or size of the stockpile. Iran rejected the resolution, calling it politically motivated and legally flawed, while the US and Iran exchanged strikes in the latest escalation.