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After Trump guilty verdict, US divisions deepen as Russia extends sympathy

While Democrats rejoice and Republicans agonise, international reactions on the historic guilty verdict pour in. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/XkiLdwK

Trump guilty in hush money case: What happens now?

Here's how Trump's hush money conviction can affect the US election in November 2024. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/0E21sLe

Ten years after Yazidi genocide, survivors struggle to rebuild lives

NGOs report that 200,000 are displaced in Iraq’s Kurdistan region, while thousands trapped in legal limbo in Europe. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/vZL53X2

India reports first heat-related death this year

A labourer dies of a heatstroke in New Delhi as parts of the city record 52.9 degrees Celsius (127.22F). from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/GlKa4xO

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash prompts New York to beef up security

Security arrangements for the marquee match will be the largest in Long Island county's history, police officials say. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HbDvl3f

As Ukraine war rages, Russia activates sabotage plans in Europe: Experts

Russia is accused of putting into effect psychological, economic and military operations planned by the USSR. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/yoBsuwG

DR Congo ends impasse to appoint new government

Five-month delay since election featured an attempted coup as conflict rages in mineral-rich east. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ju8yT9x

Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy train station in Italy’s Bologna

Pro-Palestinian protesters in Italy have taken over a train station in Bologna to protest Israel’s war on Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/FZjr1D5

Palestinian state the ‘only route to peace’ says Spanish PM

Israel accuses Pedro Sanchez of incitement to Jewish 'genocide' as Madrid seeks 'viable' state of Palestine. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/LxhKj12

Libertarians pick Chase Oliver for US president as Trump, Kennedy rejected

Antiwar activist supports a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, and end to the US military support for Ukraine. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/49KnHFT

‘Heinous massacre’: Israel’s attack on Rafah tent camp widely condemned

Qatar calls the attack 'grave violation of international laws' and UN special rapporteur urges sanctions on Israel. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fw0MGF7

Divestment & the Murky Billions

How does divestment work? from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/lJzuTIn

Burkina Faso extends military rule by five years

The military had promised elections in July to restore civilian rule, but it also said security would take priority. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/NXgQUea

Man claiming to be Israeli soldier arrested for anti-Muslim abuse in UK

A man who described himself as a soldier with the Israeli army was arrested for ‘racially aggravated assault’. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rcy8FW6

Punched, choked, kicked: German police crack down on student protests

Germany’s students protesting against Israel’s war on Gaza say their right to free speech is under attack. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/VM8ZEhY

Four anti-Muslim claims dominating India’s election: What’s the truth?

India's Hindu nationalists have peddled conspiracy theories about Muslims. Here are some facts about their claims. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/B97CFjG

Africa’s cholera crisis worsens amid extreme weather events

In Southern and East Africa, more than 6,000 people have died since a series of cholera outbreaks began in late 2021. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/x42aR3M

US pressure could derail ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

Court faces pressure after chief prosecutor announces he is seeking to arrest Israeli leaders for actions in Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/MQH4Uq9

Ivorian cocoa farmers ‘barely survive’ while chocolate company profits soar

Farmers in Ivory Coast, the source of 45% of the world's cocoa beans, battle climate change and market inequality. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/J2AOfHB

How do you find a bride? The new struggle in crisis-hit rural India

As climate change, low earnings and high debts batter them, young male farmers can't find women willing to marry them. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ILiQsRr

Germany’s AfD bans top candidate from EU poll events over Nazi comments

Maximilian Krah recently said Nazi SS members 'not all criminals', prompting French far-right allies to shun party. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/cWK2Uhd

One dead as London to Singapore flight hit by ‘severe turbulence’

There were 211 passengers and 18 crew on board the Boeing 777-300ER. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/wu0eVAT

On one of India’s longest train rides, ongoing election divides passengers

The 22-car Thirukkural Express is a microcosm of India, carrying passengers from different social groups and religions. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/uzQ0vkj

Greece court dismisses charges against nine Egyptians over Pylos shipwreck

Rights groups also argued that the defendants' right to a fair trial was compromised by 'incomplete' evidence. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/hVXEwue

Who is Mohammad Mokhber, Iran’s interim president?

Mokhber led the Iranian supreme leader's multibillion-dollar charitable conglomerate for 14 years. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5GSvXeu

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash

The hardline conservative leader died as his aircraft crashed in a mountainous terrain near the border with Azerbaijan. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/qgWFT3m

Desperate scenes as Gaza aid trucks arrive from US floating pier

Desperate Palestinians were filmed clambering onto aid trucks carrying supplies for Gaza that were delivered. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/luZ1PUH

New York police violently arrest pro-Palestine protesters marking Nakba

Several arrested as they tried to march in Brooklyn to protest Gaza war and 1948 ethnic cleansing of the Palestinians. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/097QUYR

Sri Lanka’s killing fields cast a long shadow

Impunity for crimes committed during the civil war has fuelled post-war repression in Sri Lanka. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/TMG7hPn

Israel’s PR battle is getting harder

Eight months into the war on Gaza, disunity and disarray is making Israel’s PR and messaging much tougher. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fLJwFuV

Death toll rises to six in New Caledonia riots as unrest spreads

Hundreds of heavily armed marines and police patrol the French territory's capital Noumea after a night of violence. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/PJAygt7

Tech Life: Help for cancer patients

The machine that allows patients to take their own blood samples for analysis from home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uqeAIHi

Israel rejects South Africa’s ICJ plea for Rafah attack halt

Israel has told the International Court of Justice it rejects South Africa’s attempt to stop the assault on Rafah. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fRTlH3i

Russia’s Putin eyes greater support from China for Ukraine war effort

In a visit also focused on trade, the Russian leader hails the partnership with China that guarantees energy security. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/sgVx9vQ

French police kill man suspected of setting fire to synagogue in Rouen

Local prosecutor says two investigations into arson attempt and death of unidentified suspect are under way. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/KGs5RtT

Fury vs Usyk: British boxing great ready for ‘fight of the ages’ in Riyadh

Tyson Fury says 'nothing compares' with his upcoming unifying fight against Oleksandr Usyk. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/dzanmht

India ‘deeply saddened’ by Gaza killing of ex-army officer working for UN

Waibhav Anil Kale is the first international UN staff killed since October 7 in the besieged Palestinian territory. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/JNQCWDd

Russia’s defence rejig: ‘Unfortunately for Ukraine, a very effective move’

Analysts predict Andrei Belousov will boost Russia's military-industrial complex as Kyiv's forces struggle on the front. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/C5YHUm1

Unrest racks French Pacific territory of New Caledonia

Authorities impose an overnight curfew and ban gatherings after violent unrest in the capital, Noumea. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/d4W7znR

Palestinians mark 76 years of Nakba as new tragedy unfolds in Gaza

The Nakba is at the core of the Palestinian struggle, but in many ways pales in comparison to Israel's war on Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/LHayrdj

Host nation Germany set for massive security challenge at Euro 2024

Germany faces multiple security threats at Euro 2024 with hooliganism and Ukraine two of the main concerns. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/9TvGJVd

UK charges three with working for Hong Kong intelligence

Suspects accused of violating National Security Act as cases against Chinese and Russian spies mount across Europe. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/SABnoXq

Boos inside and protests outside Eurovision final over Israel’s act

Israel’s performance at Eurovision was booed by spectators inside the venue, while protesters were outside the venue. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fhCJTFk

Nepal’s ‘Everest Man’ beats own record by climbing summit for 29th time

Kami Rita and fellow Sherpa guide Pasang Dawa have been competing for the title of most climbs of Everest. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/WhLqcer

Israel bans Al Jazeera ahead of Rafah invasion

Israel bans and blocks Al Jazeera as Rafah - Gaza’s 'last safe space' - is invaded. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/V8Gqbzh

More than 150 killed in Afghanistan flash floods, government says

Thousands of houses have been destroyed or damaged in the worst-hit northern province of Baghlan. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8jrUuhv

Keep calm and carry on: Ukraine’s Kharkiv holds tight under Russian fire

Residents say they won’t be cowed by latest offensive as life continues as usual. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/mOUqk3z

Brazilian horse ‘Caramelo’ rescued after being trapped on roof by floods

Rescue brings rare good news to southern Brazil, devastated by worst flooding in 80 years that has killed more than 100. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/vOU6IFH

Gaza ceasefire talks end with no deal as Israel ramps up Rafah attacks

UNRWA official accuses Israel of subjecting Gaza to 'medieval siege' as 110,000 Palestinians flee Rafah. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/aTBwPpf

Apple faces celebrity backlash over piano crushing

Hugh Grant and Justine Bateman among those to criticise the destruction in "tone deaf" iPad advert. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kCX9BiP

India airline cancels dozens of flights after crew call in sick

Staff take sick leave en masse in apparent protest against working conditions imposed by new owner Tata Group. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/6olHaDY

India arrests four for duping young men into fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Arrests come two months after investigators conducted raids across 13 locations in India and detained several people. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/tX3IVv6

E-gates back online after delays at UK airports

Long queues built up at airports affected by a Border Force "technical issue" at passport control. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4rUORiG

Hong Kong court bans protest song Glory to Hong Kong

Ruling also means the song can no longer be disseminated or reproduced on internet-based platforms. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ZVmdTpu

Five killed and dozens buried by South Africa building collapse

Rescuers searching feverishly for trapped survivors; 75 construction workers were on site during Monday's collapse. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/XfVvMmj

Israel, students and the battle to divest

With South Africa in mind, US students challenge school administrations that refuse to divest from Israel’s war on Gaza. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/y4G6iF7

Russia’s Vladimir Putin sworn in as president for record fifth term

With the country firmly in his grip and his power unchecked, Putin tells Russians: 'Together we will win.' from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/95xkSje

Israel takes control of Rafah crossing, Gaza’s lifeline: What’s going on?

Israel is moving ahead with a ground operation in Rafah and has effectively sealed Gaza off from the rest of the region. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5jTV1Cw

Severe floods inundate Brazil’s southernmost state, displacing thousands

Flooding in Brazil has displaced more than 115,000 people and left close to 80 dead. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ov3OUFT

Ukraine marks its third Easter at war

Russia has launched a barrage of drones on eastern Ukraine and claimed its troops took control of a village. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OTCa42B

Panama voters to elect new president in crowded field of contenders

The protege of an ex-head of state convicted for corruption leads the race, with seven others vying for the position. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/CVjOmqE

Netanyahu government votes to close Al Jazeera channel in Israel

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/oDLgZlk

This Gaza journalist’s work has helped injured Palestinians

For World Press Freedom Day we spoke to Gaza journalist Hani Aburezeq. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/EcO4URI

‘No turning back’: Carnation Revolution divides Portugal again, 50 years on

As the country celebrates half a century of liberal democracy, is the far-right creeping back in? from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/sfzpMi9

UK has begun mass arrests of potential Rwanda deportees: What’s next?

The UK Home Office has lost contact with more than half the people it wants to deport, has vowed to find them. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/hRYptaN

Iran’s unravelling carpet sales

Sanctions and a hobbled economy pull the rug out from under Iran's traditional carpet weavers. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8dH1rFg

South Korea parliament approves new probe into deadly 2022 Halloween crush

Victims' families have demanded independent investigation into disaster that killed more than 150 people. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Ehcxg7S

TikTok and Universal settle music royalties dispute

The deal means songs from artists including Ariana Grande and Drake can be used on the platform again. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L0Y1lJv

US police filmed leaving UCLA anti-war camp

US police have been filmed leaving the anti-war camp at UCLA after hundreds of officers were deployed to clear it. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/9e6pcOQ

F1 design guru Newey confirms 2025 exit in blow to Red Bull Racing

Adrian Newey's departure from the F1 World Champion Red Bull Racing Team is official after weeks of speculation. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/LwQemOA

New Haiti PM tasked with stabilising violence-racked country

Fritz Belizaire put in place as authorities battle gangs for control of the crisis-ridden country. from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/k9riP3y

Seafarers pay the price for the murky business of ship nationality

Incidents in the Red Sea illustrate the dangers of allowing 'flags of convenience' to proliferate.    from Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/auUrV2f