Israel’s Smotrich announces plan for 2,162 homes in occupied West Bank
The far-right finance minister says the new houses will 'strengthen our hold on the land'.
Quiz: World Cup 2026 – player and team records, key statistics
Test your football knowledge before the World Cup begins with a 10-question quiz.
Itamar Ben-Gvir: The face of Israel’s hard right — or the face of Israel?
Despite internal criticism, analysts argue Ben-Gvir holds a mirror to much of Israeli society.
Mehdi Taremi: Iran’s journey to the 2026 World Cup
Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi talks to Al Jazeera ahead of one of the most politically charged World Cups in history.
Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire framework in US-led talks
The US announced an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire framework, but Hezbollah's absence leaves questions over enforcement.
US House votes to end Trump’s Iran war: Does it matter?
Four Republicans join Democrats in rare rebuke of president. But Congress still far from able to stop further attacks.
How Iran’s ‘bazaar style’ negotiation tactic is stalling deal discussions to its benefit
Negotiations between the US and Iran over an end to the war on the country have been languishing in a…
Israel and Lebanon agree to conditional ceasefire
Deal is made through US-brokered talks in Washington, DC, that did not include Hezbollah.
Iran war day 97: Tehran says no progress in talks; Israel attacks Lebanon
Israel carries out drone attacks on Lebanon after agreeing to renew ceasefire as Tehran defends attacks on Gulf nations.
What the US-Israel war on Iran will not change in the Middle East
The war may redraw alliances and shift balances of power, but geography, Palestine and political identity will endure.