Friday, 18 September 2026
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Al Jazeera · 00:00
Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘big decision’ on Iran, tanker hit in Hormuz ↗Trump says he faces a 'big decision' on whether to 'annihilate' his Iranian foes, adding that 'anything could happen'.
Al Jazeera · 00:09
Iran expels Swedish diplomat in retaliatory move ↗Tehran gives Swedish official 48 hours to leave as Iran says Stockholm is bowing down to outside pressure.
Al Jazeera · 00:49
Tunisia floods disrupt capital as heavy rain traps motorists and residents ↗Recurring floods disrupt daily life in Tunis, raising questions about drainage, transport and flood preparedness.
Al Jazeera · 01:15
Former Assad officer sentenced to 60 years in US for torture ↗Former Syrian official sentenced to 60 years in US prison for torturing prisoners under al-Assad's regime.
Al Jazeera · 01:23
White House withdraws Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead ICE ↗The ex-Oklahoma state trooper’s nomination had stalled in the Senate as ICE faced growing scrutiny over its operations.
Al Jazeera · 01:58
UN findings show US strikes on Minab could be war crimes ↗UN-backed human rights experts say the US committed possible war crimes when it launched two strikes.
Al Jazeera · 01:58
Syria warns Israel poses ‘the greatest threat’ to Middle East stability ↗UNSC meeting on Syria turned into a heated debate between Israel and Turkiye over troops in Syrian territory.
Al Jazeera · 02:44
US Veteran told he is ‘embarrassing’ uniform over Israeli bonds stance ↗A veteran was told he is ‘embarrassing’ his uniform for protesting Palm Beach County’s $1B investment in Israel bonds.
Al Jazeera · 02:51
Drone attacks by Colombian armed groups more than double in early 2026 ↗Civilians are caught in the crossfire of drone attacks between armed groups and government forces.
Al Jazeera · 02:53
Italy to deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb ↗Italy's defence minister warns of severe economic fallout if Bab al-Mandeb becomes impassable, bypassing EU delays.
Al Jazeera · 03:13
Critics in meltdown over US cheese giant Tillamook halal label ↗Critics have launched a boycott campaign against US cheese giant Tillamook over its new halal labelling.
Al Jazeera · 03:20
Japan’s interest rate hiked to 31-year high at 1.25% as inflation rises ↗Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate from 1 to 1.25 percent, pledging to help counter inflation risks.
Al Jazeera · 04:16
New tiger cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century ↗Leopardus tilcayo is the first new living cat species named and described in more than a century.
Al Jazeera · 04:27
Could this economic squeeze sway US voters? ↗Americans on the lower end of the economy are feeling the impact of higher borrowing costs and weaker purchasing power.
Al Jazeera · 05:02
Australia to detain tourists who overstay visas amid immigration crackdown ↗More than 77,000 visa overstayers face detention or departure as Australia cracks down on immigration violations.
Al Jazeera · 05:03
Fire engulfs Zaporizhzhia shopping centre after Russian strike ↗A Russian strike hit a shopping centre in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine, sparking a major fire.
Al Jazeera · 05:23
South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment ↗South Korean president will facilitate US-North Korea talks but will not deploy troops in US war on Iran.
Al Jazeera · 05:26
UN mission alleges crimes against humanity in Iranian protest crackdown ↗A UN fact-finding mission has concluded Iranian forces committed crimes against humanity.
Al Jazeera · 05:37
Russia’s parliamentary election: Who’s on the ballot, and why it matters ↗United Russia won more than two-thirds of the Duma's seats in the 2021 election and is poised to dominate the body again
Al Jazeera · 06:02
Oman oil escape route: How ship-to-ship transfers work — despite big risks ↗Oman’s Sohar port is becoming a popular spot for ship-to-ship oil transfers amid continued Hormuz blockade.
Al Jazeera · 06:45
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects ↗Officials blame disease outbreak for deaths as survivor suggests they suffocated.
Al Jazeera · 06:45
In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices ↗Families in Sanaa brace for higher food and transport costs after first fuel price increase in four years.
Al Jazeera · 06:48
‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions ↗New sanctions highlight Israel's isolation, yet analysts say they won't sway voters before October's elections.
Al Jazeera · 07:47
Philippines school shooting leaves at least two dead ↗This is a breaking news story.
Al Jazeera · 07:54
Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgrade ↗Indonesia says vessel will be used to aid disaster relief across the archipelago.
Al Jazeera · 08:39
‘Just ask Grok’: How ISIL is using Big Tech’s AI to build bombs ↗Evidence shared exclusively with Al Jazeera shows ISIL supporters sharing ways to bypass AI safeguards.
Al Jazeera · 08:49
Israel would rather not watch NAZA ↗The backlash against the Gaza documentary is part of a broader refusal to confront the reality of the genocide.
Al Jazeera · 08:58
Video: Influencers accused of exploiting Nepal flood survivors ↗‘Aid influencers’ are being accused of exploiting Nepal flood victims to boost social media followers.
Al Jazeera · 09:10
Why the Kremlin fears even the ‘managed opposition’ in Russia ↗The risk of a protest vote was too high at the Duma elections so a pre-election crackdown was carried out.
Al Jazeera · 09:12
Bayern and England’s Kane not focused on Ballon d’Or despite 73-goal season ↗Harry Kane could become first Ballon d'Or from England since 2001, but striker focused on Bayern Munich trophies.
Al Jazeera · 09:34
India star Sooryavanshi urged to be patient by coach Gambhir ↗Vaibhav Sooryavanshi told to be patient after playing back up to Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson in Sri Lanka series.
Al Jazeera · 09:43
‘This is a war’: South Africa battles femicide as women’s bodies pile up ↗Bodies of nine women have been found in a Johannesburg neighbourhood in two months, as worries grow over women's safety.
Al Jazeera · 10:18
Bomb attack at Pakistan mosque kills at least 15, injures 50 ↗This is a breaking news story.
Al Jazeera · 10:28
Ukraine fires drone barrage as Russia launches elections ↗Russia's first parliamentary election since the invasion opens with no antiwar party on the ballot.
Al Jazeera · 10:29
Israel is killing the people who could end its wars ↗From Iran to Gaza and Lebanon, assassinations have repeatedly removed figures capable of negotiating an end to conflict.
Al Jazeera · 10:33
‘My children did not attack Iran’: 2bn South Asians suffer from distant war ↗A quarter of the world’s population faces a surging cost of living crisis because of the wars in the Middle East.
Al Jazeera · 10:43
United Nations says US may have committed war crimes in Iran: What it means ↗UN probe finds US unlawfully struck an Iranian school and sports centre, killing children; White House rejects findings.
Al Jazeera · 10:49
Palmer and Alexander-Arnold recalled after England World Cup snub ↗Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold back for Thomas Tuchel in Nations League, but still no place for Phil Foden.
Al Jazeera · 10:59
North Korea anthem played at South’s Bangladesh hockey match at Asian Games ↗Asian Games organisers in Japan accidently play North Korea's anthem ahead of South's hockey match with Bangladesh.
Al Jazeera · 11:04
Who gets to decide how quickly AI moves? ↗The biggest AI companies want to slow development together. The real question is what power they gain in return.
Al Jazeera · 11:15
Deadly blast hits mosque at Pakistan police complex ↗Several people have reportedly been killed in an explosion at a mosque near a police complex in northwest Pakistan.
Al Jazeera · 12:11
Spain reveal Nations League squad in Ceuta in support of migration crisis ↗World Cup winners Spain choose Ceuta to announce Nations League squad in solidarity with border crossing troubles.
Al Jazeera · 12:20
Thailand’s Malay-Muslim separatists vow to fight as peace talks stall ↗Thailand’s main armed separatist group, Barisan Revolusi Nasional, says it will continue fighting for self-determination
Al Jazeera · 12:26
The view from Russia: ‘No party can be antiwar’ in parliamentary election ↗First vote since Russia invaded Ukraine seen as a sham by some and an opportunity to strengthen nationalism by others.
Al Jazeera · 12:27
How fantasy fans are keeping a Turkish blacksmithing tradition alive ↗In Izmir’s historic Kemeralti bazaar, the Akdemir family is finding new customers for a four-generation craft.
Al Jazeera · 12:51
Why does Canada want to join the Europe-led JEF military partnership? ↗This is the latest step in Canada's bid to move closer to Europe amid bitter trade war with the US.
Al Jazeera · 12:52
As Houthis grab Bab al-Mandeb, US appears willing to watch from sidelines ↗Stretched by its war with Iran, Washington may have little choice but to trust Houthi assurances on shipping.
Al Jazeera · 12:59
Asian Games 2026: Dates, venues, sports and a growing accommodation crisis ↗More than 11,000 athletes from 45 countries will compete at world’s second-largest multisport event.
Al Jazeera · 13:00
Pakistan pledges full committment to defence of Saudi Arabia ↗Assurance comes amid questions over Pakistan and Turkiye's stance on Riyadh's fight with Houthis following defence pact.
Al Jazeera · 13:02
Chinese ship rams Philippines gov’t vessel in South China Sea: Coastguard ↗Philippine Coast Guard accuses China of dangerous military manoeuvres near Palawan province.
Al Jazeera · 13:05
FIFA’s Infantino ‘must go, no ifs or buts’, blasts German FA vice president ↗Hans-Joachim Watzke, one of German football's vice-presidents, adds to list calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation.
Al Jazeera · 13:09
US voter opposition to war on Iran grows to new highs: Poll ↗Poll reveals 71 percent in US believe Trump's team lacks a clear strategy for resolving the conflict.
Al Jazeera · 13:30
Video: Students flee deadly school shooting in the Philippines ↗A 16-year-old suspected gunman has shot two students dead and injured several others at a school in the Philippines.
Al Jazeera · 13:36
Ronaldo keeps Portugal place for Nations League as Jesus names first squad ↗Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad to face Norway and Denmark.
Al Jazeera · 13:52
The cost of Iran’s regional leverage ↗Tehran’s use of pressure across the region is putting its rapprochement with Gulf states under increasing strain.
Al Jazeera · 14:08
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal says he has experienced racism ‘a thousand times’ ↗Spain's Lamine Yamal says most racism he has suffered has come from people unaware of their own comments or behaviour.
Al Jazeera · 14:17
Russia seizes assets of French firms, summons UK envoy over Ukraine support ↗Kremlin calls UK's support for Ukraine an endorsement of 'terrorism' after recent escalation in weapons supply.
Al Jazeera · 14:25
New Bolivian cat claws its way into species list: What we meow ↗Purrfectly new to science: the first new wild cat found in over a century proves that cats do have nine (secret) lives.
Al Jazeera · 14:30
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On ↗On, which is set to launch its first football boots next year, also appointed Thierry Henry as its football director.
Al Jazeera · 14:37
Real Madrid President says Ceuta visit not related to ‘recent news’ ↗Real Madrid stars including Kylian Mbappe rolled up T-shirts showing support for Ceuta, but President trip 'unrelated'.
Al Jazeera · 15:21
Carrick brushes off questions over his Manchester United future ↗Michael Carrick says he expected tough season start as he rebuffs questions about his role as Manchester United manager.
Al Jazeera · 15:24
Police hit migrants with batons during camp transfer in Ceuta ↗Police in Ceuta used batons and fired shots into the air as they began moving migrants from beaches to a new camp.
Al Jazeera · 15:45
Nigerian forces fire at protesters rallying over deaths of detained miners ↗Government has promised to fully investigate after 37 miners died while being held in police custody in Niger State.
Al Jazeera · 16:12
More than 112,000 displaced by Yemen fighting; thousands flee to Djibouti ↗United Nations says 22 million people need humanitarian aid as conflict intensifies.
Al Jazeera · 16:38
Jerusalem Daily: Netanyahu says he will ‘change the face of the Middle East ↗Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will ‘change the face of the Middle East’
Al Jazeera · 16:59
UEFA, CONCACAF challenge FIFA on reserves and demand $10m payout to members ↗Confederation chiefs call on Gianni Infantino to make $2.1bn payout to all FIFA's 211 member associations.
Al Jazeera · 17:23
Iranians rally in biggest show of defiance against US since war began ↗Volunteers rallied through downtown Tehran to join campaign highlighting 'self-sacrifice' for Iran.
Al Jazeera · 17:55
Sweden’s left-wing opposition leader begins efforts to form government ↗Magdalena Andersson will likely face several challenges as she tries to get Sweden's other left-wing parties to unite.
Al Jazeera · 18:15
Early in-person voting begins in the 2026 US midterm elections in Virginia ↗Virginia leads the way for in-person voting, reflecting a nationwide trend towards casting ballots before Election Day.
Al Jazeera · 18:16
Police clear Ceuta migrants off beaches in Spanish enclave ↗At least 10,000 of the 72,000 migrants who broke through fence from Morocco in July remain in the Spanish enclave.
Al Jazeera · 18:19
Russia’s drones threaten Kyiv-bound Western officials as war effort stalls ↗Russia strikes Ukraine’s border crossings with Poland and Moldova as its offensives peter out in the east.
Al Jazeera · 18:32
Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman ↗Buffett will become chairman emeritus immediately and his son Howard will become chairman.
Al Jazeera · 18:45
Do elections in Russia make a difference? ↗Millions of people are choosing a new lower house of Parliament.
Al Jazeera · 18:46
Mexico’s Sheinbaum says she spoke with Trump as trade negotiations continue ↗Mexican president says she is seeking a decrease in tariffs as both countries seek new bilateral trade deal.
Al Jazeera · 18:54
Pentagon resumes paused testosterone policy amid medical experts’ concerns ↗New policy mandates testosterone testing for US service members over 30, citing readiness while experts warn of risks.
Al Jazeera · 19:12
England fast bowler Carse to face no charges over alleged nightclub assault ↗Derbyshire Police said they were investigating an alleged assault but have now decided no further action will be taken.
Al Jazeera · 19:14
Two injured by Israeli shelling as troops advance in southern Lebanon ↗Israeli forces withdraw from outskirts of a town in southern Lebanon after a standoff with Lebanese forces.
Al Jazeera · 19:25
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from the White House for ‘fake news’ ↗The US president insists media outlets report 'fiction and lies' as he enforces new bans on White House access.
Al Jazeera · 19:31
Lebanese artist turns Israeli missile debris into art ↗In southern Lebanon, visual artist Lina Jouni transforms debris from Israeli missile strikes into pieces of art.
Al Jazeera · 19:39
Russia labels Cannes-winning director Andrey Zvyagintsev a ‘foreign agent’ ↗Acclaimed Russian film director who won 2026 Grand Prix award at Cannes, has been critical of the war in Ukraine.
Al Jazeera · 20:20
Syria arrests five former al-Assad-era officers over strikes on civilians ↗Former air officers, including an air force general, were arrested in a series of operations.
Al Jazeera · 20:38
‘Daughter of Damascus’ Assala performs in Syria after 15-year exile ↗Thousands of people cheered as they welcomed Syrian icon Assala Nasri back at a sold-out concert in Damascus.
Al Jazeera · 20:55
UK court clears woman of voicing support for Hamas in university speech ↗Sarah Cotte said her comments were not in support of Hamas, but in support of Palestinians' right to resist.
Al Jazeera · 21:06
Germany receives first F-35 jet from US as NATO boosts military spending ↗Germany received the first of nearly three dozen F-35 stealth warplanes it ordered four years ago from Lockheed Martin.
Al Jazeera · 21:06
New cat species found, first in more than 100 years ↗A new species of living cat has been identified for the first time in more than a century.
Al Jazeera · 21:41
Brighton vs Arsenal: Premier League – predictions, teams, lineups ↗Premier League holders Arsenal have won all seven of their matches to start the new season.
Al Jazeera · 22:01
Trump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland ↗This is a breaking news story.
Al Jazeera · 23:14
Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of launching 26 strikes in 24 hours ↗The war in Yemen intensifies with mounting clashes and reciprocal attacks between Saudi forces and the Houthis.
Al Jazeera · 23:17
Super Macklemore 64: Video game mocks Sheeran concert controversy ↗In Super Macklemore 64, players are chased by a giant Ed Sheeran, dodge tiny billionaire Robert Krafts.
Al Jazeera · 23:56
Trump says Denmark deal gives US security ‘control’ over Greenland ↗Trump says the US will gain ‘permanent control’ over security in Greenland under a deal with Denmark.