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Thousands of protesting farmers have France’s government in a bind

Pressure mounts on government to end crisis as farmers intensify protests and block traffic with convoys of tractors. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/nOTgJx1

Thai court rules MFP bid to reform lese majeste law violates constitution

Constitutional Court says party proposal to amend royal defamation law amounted to attempt to 'overthrow the monarchy'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Oh7dElM

‘Defies logic’: The makings of Joe Biden’s ‘blank cheque’ to Israel

As the war on Gaza sparks unprecedented anger, why is the US president’s support for Israel so unshakeable? from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/r3ikwPb

Could Trump lose his business empire in New York fraud case?

The ex-president faces a slew of legal challenges, but this one will strike most deeply at his real estate empire. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/q21Zkog

Global corruption fight faltering as rule of law declines: Watchdog

Transparency International says 'weakening justice systems' are allowing corruption to thrive globally. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/h7KiEUw

Bullfighting resumes in Mexico City

Animal rights activists protest as bullfighting makes a comeback in the Plaza Mexico arena. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/THq9uZO

In Sierra Leone, climate change worsens human trafficking of the poor

Sierra Leone’s poorest communities have long been prey to human traffickers. Climate change is making things worse. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/E5rOX38

Iranian FM in Pakistan to mend ties following mutual air strikes

Tehran and Islamabad have moved to de-escalate amid high concern that the Gaza war could spill out across region. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/PZNBzHE

Rio Mayor on hosting World Cup, Olympics together: ‘DON’T!’

Eduardo Paes discusses his smart city vision for Rio and tech-driven progress amidst social, environmental debates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/xPCgpQf

UNRWA fund cuts by the West ‘collective punishment’ against Palestinians

The UN chief joins UNRWA chief calling on Western donor countries for 'continuity' in Gaza agency operations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HfGInq6

UN Security Council to discuss ICJ ruling in Israel genocide case

Top UN court ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians but didn't call for a ceasefire. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/C1zZKiL

US military destroys Houthi antiship missile after oil tanker attack

US says missile presented an 'imminent threat' to merchant ship and US Navy vessels in the region. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/kg1PvmY

Jurgen Klopp to step down as Liverpool manager at end of season

This is a breaking news story. More details to follow. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/vSBljkV

Russian court extends detention of US journalist Gershkovich

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges, which he denies. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/oPAY8Le

What’s so controversial about France’s new immigration bill?

The proposed law, which has been endorsed by the French far right, faces its biggest test yet on Thursday. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/d0TZyte

Thai court clears former PM hopeful Pita of violating election law

Pita Limjaroenrat, who led his reformist party to victory on wave of youth support, also reinstated as a lawmaker. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/FqiBt71

Russian military plane crashes near Ukraine border

An Ilyushin Il-76 transport plane reportedly crashed in Belgorod region, targeted by Ukrainian air strikes recently. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/DabwOIZ

Supreme Court allows federal agents to cut razor wire at US-Mexico border

Ruling seen as win for Biden administration amid dispute with Texas over 'inhumane' fence that has injured migrants. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/pvGhDM8

Fake Biden robocall tells voters to skip New Hampshire primary election

An investigation is opened into the calls, which are suspected to have been artificially generated. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/UqadF6I

Russia unleashes mass air strikes on Ukraine

Russian missiles fall on Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing at least five people and wounding dozens. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/yaeclbL

India’s Modi opens Ram temple built on site of demolished mosque in Ayodhya

Temple consecration marks unofficial start to Hindu nationalist leader's re-election campaign in polls later this year. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5QAkbO3

Iran vows response after suspected Israeli strike on their forces in Syria

Iran’s president says an apparent Israeli air strike that killed five officers in Syria, ‘will not be left unanswered’. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/07kGMaE

Paul Lynch: Is Prophet Song a mirror of modern-day fascism?

The Booker Prize-winning author dissects his tale of global conflicts and tyranny. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/BsKVElH

Palestinians accuse Israeli forces of executing 19 civilians in Gaza

Footage, witness accounts shared with Al Jazeera reveal how Israeli soldiers carried out executions in Gaza last month. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/pOWFADe

Oil supply tightens in Europe over Red Sea disruptions

The volume going to Europe from the Middle East has nearly halved amid continuing attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Jv6PGF8

Why has the Maori king of New Zealand called a national meeting?

The gathering will discuss how Maori rights can be protected by upholding their interpretation of Treaty of Waitangi. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/jpm0DYw

Is time running out for Egypt’s Salah to win AFCON in Messi moment?

The Egyptian footballing great is on a continuing quest to win one piece of silverware missing in a stellar career. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8qoweZ2

Palestinian Red Crescent reveals destruction at Gaza City hospital

Workers with the Palestinian Red Crescent have documented the destruction left by Israeli attacks on a hospital in Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/d71o0J2

Why does the US act as Israel’s lawyer?

Former US diplomat Aaron David Miller says prospects for ‘conflict-ending solution’ have entered ‘a long, dark tunnel'. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/cXRKkmg

Somalia rejects mediation with Ethiopia gov’t over Somaliland port deal

The Ethiopia-Somalia feud continues with Mogadishu claiming its territorial integrity has been violated by the deal. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/WyRSi5X

Maghazi residents left reeling after Israeli forces withdraw

Palestinians in central Gaza refugee camp struggle to pull their loved ones from under the rubble amid mass destruction. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/TLx0icC

At least 17 people killed in explosion at Thai fireworks factory

Photos by rescue workers show debris and body parts after the blast in a remote area. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/9Jo0l5e

Al Jazeera’s Gaza bureau chief Wael Dahdouh in Qatar for medical treatment

Dahdouh was injured in an Israeli attack in December that killed Al Jazeera cameraperson Samer Abudaqa. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qhHiewv

Altruism, opportunism or both: What pushed South Africa to ICJ over Gaza?

Pretoria's intent is under scrutiny as it presents an all-important case against Israel's war in Gaza at the ICJ. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rW3CoRn

‘They’re going to kill us’: Sudan’s army targets civilians on ethnic basis

Army accuses civilians of spying for RSF paramilitary based on ethnic grounds, leading to arrests, torture and killings. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/pRSzEym

Torrential rains leave at least 11 dead in Brazil

The rains flooded streets, the capital city's metro line and peoples' homes, bringing down trees and causing landslides. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/APGi9Sy

AFCON 2023: Full tournament schedule

The complete list of fixtures for the Africa Cup of Nations 2023 in Cote d’Ivoire. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/31Tp9iS

US climate envoy John Kerry to step down: Reports

Kerry has been instrumental in brokering a number of international climate agreements. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Wydc7ng

‘More mainstream’: In the UK, push for slavery reparations gains momentum

As PM Sunak refuses to engage, civil society is working harder than ever to remedy historic horrors. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/CWfnwcr

CES 2024: AI pillows and toothbrushes - is it all getting a bit silly?

Companies are clamouring to present their products as AI-powered, but are their claims justified? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/tIqFQw0

Blackout in Gaza’s Al-Aqsa Hospital as fuel runs out, babies at high risk

Israeli military attacks in the vicinity have left patients and medical staff to an uncertain fate. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/WacnObw

Will Morocco stay the course on Israel normalisation?

Despite popular anger against Israel, Morocco is unlikely to break up with Tel Aviv, analysts say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8z7YQo2

ICJ genocide case: South Africa’s five-point argument against Israel

Israel will defend itself against South Africa's arguments, from the denial of food and medicines to mass killings. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/lekLXi3

Nobel winner joins push to boycott German cultural institutions over Gaza

Annie Ernaux and Palestinian activist Mohammed El-Kurd among artists calling for strike against German organisations. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Uy2Pi3H

Sudan should avoid the mistakes that kept Angola in conflict for 27 years

Sustainable peace cannot be built by commanders relying on perpetual conflict to maintain political power. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/cOow3Gl

Zelenskyy on surprise Baltics tour to rally support against Russia

Ukraine president's first stop is Lithuania. He will also visit 'reliable friends' Latvia and Estonia. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/jtphHMP

Can President Boakai deliver war crimes justice in Liberia?

After 20 years of inaction, the new president has a responsibility to take action - and fast. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/XtMha4e

How did India’s Supreme Court send Bilkis Bano’s rapists back to jail?

Modi's government had helped set 11 convicted rapists free two years ago. But the top court said rules were violated. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HYx5Uj7

Season of intimidation: Attacks on Ghana press escalate ahead of 2024 polls

Ghanaian journalists become targets of political actors and security operatives ahead of 2024 elections. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QqH3kbp

China accuses UK of sending spy to access state secrets

China and the UK and its Western allies have traded barbs, accusing each other of espionage. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/gNG4E5j

‘Victory photo’: Will Beirut killings help embattled Netanyahu politically?

Netanyahu's popularity is at an all-time low. The Beirut assassinations won't fundamentally change that, analysts say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/D9IsKlT

Human remains scattered as Israeli drone targets West Bank city of Jenin

Six Palestinians and one Israeli police officer were killed as fighting flares again in the occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ehiQUZg

Alaska Airlines grounds Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet after midair window blowout

All 174 passengers and six crew are safe after incident shortly after takeoff from Portland forced emergency landing. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/e8d1MrG

Oscar Pistorius released on parole after serving nine years for murder

Former Paralympic athlete was serving 13-year sentence for Valentine's Day shooting of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OkyB5R2

Courtroom drama as convicted felon attacks judge during sentencing

A defendant jumped over a courtroom bench to attack a judge in Nevada. Moments earlier, he asked for leniency. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fXg4zcJ

Confusion, speculation in Iran after twin blasts kill more than 80 people

Iranians mark day of mourning after bombings kill at least 84 people, leave more than 280 wounded. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/vdck03h

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 90

Israel's plan for Palestinian resettlement is condemned as the ICJ confirms public hearings. Here is the latest: from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/B2fUxWQ

Ukrainian missiles target Russian border regions in retaliatory strikes

Recent escalation sees both sides deploying urban warfare tactics as renewed fighting erupts to the east in Bakhmut. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/PeVpNmO

India’s Adani wins top court relief on further probe over Hindenburg report

Indian agency was probing group after Hindenburg last year alleged improper use of tax havens and stock manipulation. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/JnbjRXH

Sierra Leone charges ex-leader Koroma’s guard, 11 others over failed coup

Those charged were part of 85 people arrested in connection with the attempted coup in Sierra Leone on November 26. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/gsnO5WN

Israeli raids kill five as lethal operations persist in occupied West Bank

The Israeli military says four Palestinians were killed in Azzun, while a fifth was shot dead in Qalqilya. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/RWXbp3C

Russia continues to step up assault on Ukraine with massive missile barrage

Russia has escalated its attacks on Ukraine as its invasion enters a third calendar year. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/6go1rCO

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus convicted in Bangladesh labour law case

Yunus is accused by PM Sheikh Hasina of 'sucking blood' from the poor, but supporters say charges politically motivated. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/E4NCXS8

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 87

Israel rejects South Africa's ICJ claim and the world protests on New Year's Eve - here are the latest updates. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/htnC8j5