Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

WHO says 12th person infected with hantavirus detected in the Netherlands

WHO chief, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, urged all countries to monitor passengers who were on the cruise ship.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Kevin Warsh sworn in as new US Fed chair

Warsh will lead the central bank at a time when its independence has come under scrutiny amid political pressure.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Western nations warn Israel to end illegal settlement expansion, violence

Nine countries including UK, Germany and France warn settlements in occupied West Bank a 'breach of international law'.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Economic confidence plummets in US amid Iran war, poll shows

As petrol prices rise, new survey suggests economic confidence in the US is at -45, the worst since 2022.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

French Open: Players accuse Slams of ignoring concerns as tensions rise

The dispute between players and the Grand Slams reaches boiling point in Paris, but boycott restricted to media duties.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

WHO raises Ebola public health risk to ‘very high’ in DR Congo

Provincial gov't in Ituri province, the epicentre of the outbreak, has banned public gatherings to stop spread of virus.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Ukrainian strike on dormitory in Russian-occupied Starobilsk kills four

A Ukrainian strike collapsed a five-storey college dormitory in the Russian-occupied city of Starobilsk, killing four.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Why is Trump deploying 5,000 troops to Poland?

Poland's right-wing president has welcomed Trump's announcement.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Turkiye shutters liberal Istanbul university seized in criminal probe

Council of Higher Education promised to take measures to ensure Bilgi University students 'suffer no harm'.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Marco Rubio visits India: What’s at stake with Trump-Modi ties strained?

Rubio is taking an extended trip ahead of next week's Quad meeting of foreign ministers.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Russia labels Ukraine attack in occupied Luhansk ‘monstrous crime’

Moscow says student dormitory hit, killing six people. Putin instructs army to 'prepare suggestions' for retaliation.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Senegal PM slams West’s ‘homosexual tyranny’, defends LGBTQ crackdown

Human rights groups have criticised the government's legislation targeting same-sex relationships.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Malaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king

Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid

Irish activist Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Greenlanders protest opening of new US consulate in Nuuk

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Nuuk as the United States opened a new consulate in Greenland’s capital.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party

Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

US Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund

The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess.

Al Jazeera

22 May 2026

Iran war live: Signs of progress amid efforts to reach US-Iran peace deal

A new opinion poll in the US suggests that 60 percent of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump's war on Iran.

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

US says it has not changed its stance on sanctioning Francesca Albanese

The Trump administration had sanctioned the UN expert for her criticism of Israel's policies towards Palestinians.

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

Over 2,000 gather in San Diego to mourn three men killed in mosque attack

The three men killed in the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego were remembered as heroes at the memorial.

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Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

At least 16 people killed in two attacks in northern Honduras

One attack involved a police raid, while the other took place on a palm farm, killing rural labourers.

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi, Syrian foreign ministers discuss regional developments in phone call

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Syria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Al-Shaibani.During the call, they discussed bilateral relations and the latest regional developments of mutual interest.

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi Arabia denounces explosion near Syrian defense ministry building in Damascus

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia's condemnation and denunciation of the explosion that occurred near a building belonging to the Syrian Ministry of Defense in Damascus, which resulted in the death of a soldier and the injury of civilians.The ministry stated that Saudi Ara...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi Arabia condemns terrorist attack on military base in Chad

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of the cowardly terrorist attack on a military base in Chad, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of several security personnel. In a statement, the ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s firm rejection of terrorist and extrem...

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

Board of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo

UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap.

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

CMA fines former Saudi German Health officials SR18 million over financial statement manipulation

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority announced the issuance of a final ruling against 11 former board and audit committee members of Middle East Healthcare Company over violations related to manipulation of the company’s financial statements between 2018 and 2021.The ruling was issued...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi construction cost index rises 2.4% in April

RIYADH — The construction cost index in Saudi Arabia rose by 2.4 percent in April 2026 compared to the same month of the previous year. This increase is primarily attributed to a 2.4 percent rise in construction costs for the residential sector and a 2.7 percent increase in costs for the non-resident...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi CMA refers 17 Cenomi Retail suspects to Public Prosecution over alleged market violations

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority has referred 17 suspects linked to Cenomi Retail to the Public Prosecution over suspected violations of the Capital Market Law, Market Conduct Regulations and Companies Law.The suspects include former and current board members, a chief executive offic...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Weqaya affirms Saudi Arabia’s readiness to confront Ebola and Hantavirus outbreaks

RIYADH — The Saudi Health Authority (Weqaya) reaffirmed the Kingdom’s preparedness to address potential Ebola and Hantavirus outbreaks.It was revealed that there are no confirmed or suspected cases of Ebola and Hantavirus within the Kingdom. “The health status of pilgrims remains reassuring, under continuo...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Saudi non-oil exports surge 21.5% in March

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports, including re-exports, jumped by 21.5 percent in March 2026 compared to the same month in 2025, while national non-oil exports, excluding re-exports, declined by 27 percent. According to the data released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), the to...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

NCM launches AI-powered weather forecasts for Hajj pilgrims

JEDDAH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) announced that it is continuing to advance its digital and innovative services during the current Hajj season by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into weather forecasts and awareness bulletins. Additionally, the center has launc...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid: Saudi Arabia's Hajj experience represents a global model in serving pilgrims

MAKKAH — Advisor at the Royal Court, member of the Council of Senior Scholars, and Imam and Preacher of the Grand Mosque Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid affirmed that Saudi Arabia’s Hajj experience represents a global model for serving pilgrims in line with sustainable humanitarian and natio...

BBC

21 May 2026

Iran steps up claim to control Strait of Hormuz

Iran publishes a map claiming "armed forces oversight" across more than 22,000 sq km of the waterway.

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Interior minister attends closing ceremony of 3rd Hajj Health and Safety Forum

JEDDAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif graced the closing ceremony of the third edition of the Hajj Health and Safety Forum in Jeddah on Wednesday. The forum was organized by the General Administration of Medical Services at the Minis...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Iranian pilgrimage head praises Saudi efforts to serve pilgrims during meeting with interior minister

JEDDAH — Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif received Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization Alireza Rashidian in Jeddah on Thursday. The minister welcomed pilgrims arriving from Iran, affirming the commitment of Custod...

Saudi Gazette

21 May 2026

Al-Rabiah: Next year’s Hajj plan is prepared before ending current Hajj season

JEDDAH — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah affirmed that preparations for next year’s Hajj season begin early, even before the current season concludes. This is through an integrated framework involving various government entities, pilgrim affairs offices, and Hajj service providers, to enha...

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

The implosion of Keir Starmer’s Labour

The UK has had six prime ministers in 10 years. Is it ready for a seventh?

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

Sadio Mane, Kalidou Koulibaly star picks in Senegal’s World Cup squad

Iliman Ndiaye, Nicolas Jackson and Ismaila Sarr are other key players joining Mane in Senegal's World Cup forward line.

Al Jazeera

21 May 2026

Activists take part in a land convoy from Libya to bring aid to Gaza

Activists take part in a land convoy from Libya to bring aid to Gaza

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