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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visited Algeria to revive judicial cooperation and discuss the case of detained French journalist Christophe Gleizes. The visit marks a thaw in relations following a diplomatic dispute over Western Sahara.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has included Neymar in his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, ending months of speculation over the forward's fitness. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, has not played for the national team since 2023 and will be making his fourth World Cup appearance.
Bernard Tomic won his French Open qualifying opener, but four other Australians lost on the opening day. Storm Hunter and Tristan Schoolkate later advanced, while the rest struggled. Tomic is now two wins from the main draw.
The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, has warned of mounting violence and discrimination against LGBTIQ+ people worldwide, highlighting that over a third of countries still criminalize same-sex conduct. He noted regressions in Burkina Faso and Senegal, while citing progress in St. Lucia and Botswana. A study found anti-LGBTIQ+ messages in 85% of countries with elections in 2024.
A drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant caused a fire but no radiation leak or injuries, authorities said. The UAE's foreign ministry called the incident a 'dangerous escalation' without naming a culprit, as speculation points to Iran amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Mali's junta faces mounting pressure after a coordinated offensive by separatist and jihadist groups killed the defense minister and tightened a blockade on Bamako, but a junta ally insists the army retains popular support. The article examines the attack's details, the regime's Russian backing, and the historical roots of the conflict.
USM Alger defeated Egypt's Zamalek 8-7 on penalties in Cairo to win their second CAF Confederation Cup title, following a 1-1 aggregate draw. The victory comes amid Zamalek's financial struggles, with CAF having increased prize money to a record $4 million.
A car ramming incident in the northern Italian city of Modena injured eight people, four seriously, on Saturday. The driver, identified as 31-year-old Salim El Koudri, was arrested after attempting to flee and brandishing a knife. Italian officials indicate the attack may be linked to psychiatric distress.
Didier Deschamps has announced his 26-man France squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Kylian Mbappé spearheading a formidable attacking unit and Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser earning a surprise call-up. France, among the tournament favourites, will face Senegal, Iraq and Norway in Group I. Deschamps will step down after the tournament, with Zinedine Zidane widely expected to take over.
A new analysis by World Weather Attribution warns that about a quarter of matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup could be played in dangerously hot conditions, with climate change increasing the risk since the 1994 tournament. The study highlights 26 of 104 matches potentially exceeding a key heat stress threshold, prompting FIFA to introduce mandatory cooling breaks across all games.
The Cannes Film Festival kicked off Tuesday with 22 films vying for the Palme d'Or, but behind the glamour, concerns over AI's impact on filmmaking and the absence of major Hollywood studios dominate the conversation. African cinema is represented in the Un Certain Regard section, though not in the main competition.
According to the Russian embassy in Sweden, the crew of the detained bulk carrier Caffa has been sent home, while the captain of the Sea Owl 1 tanker has been released from custody. Both vessels were intercepted by Swedish authorities in separate incidents linked to Ukraine's requests and technical concerns.
Barcelona's 18-year-old star Lamine Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during the team's La Liga title parade, sparking widespread praise from fans and activists, while coach Hansi Flick said the player is old enough to make his own decisions. The gesture has reignited debates about politics in sport amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.
The remains of 1st Lt. Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., a US Army officer who went missing during military exercises in Morocco, have been recovered from the Atlantic Ocean. The search continues for a second soldier, with over 600 personnel involved in the operation.
The Africa Forward Summit 2026 opened in Nairobi, bringing together leaders to discuss Africa's economic transformation. Central themes include agricultural value addition, resilience, and the role of the IMF, with a focus on shifting from dependency to partnership.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Al Jazeera reports the match schedule, group draws, and tournament format, with the opening match in Mexico City and the final in New Jersey.
Patrick Martin, head of French employers' union Medef, discusses his recent visit to Algeria, efforts to stabilize strained relations, Chinese competition, and the impact of tariff wars on French businesses.
As governments meet in New York for the second International Migration Review Forum, African countries are demonstrating progress in implementing the Global Compact for Migration. However, data from the IOM shows that despite falling arrival numbers on some routes, risks remain high, with deaths and displacement crises worsening in several regions.
The UAE said its air defenses intercepted a barrage of Iranian missiles and drones on May 4, 2026, while a drone strike sparked a fire at the Fujairah oil zone, injuring three Indian nationals. The attack came amid a fragile US-Iran ceasefire and heightened tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced his candidacy for re-election in 2027, receiving early support from African and South American football bodies. The next FIFA Congress will be held in Morocco, marking the second consecutive election meeting in Africa.