Iran’s army pledges to defend ‘national interests’ as protests continue

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Iran's government is intensifying a crackdown on protests against a severe economic crisis, and which are now into their third week. More than 200 people have been arrested. Rallies are taking place in towns and cities across the country with demonstrators setting fire to buildings. The attorney general has warned that those involved in the unrest could face the death penalty. A nationwide communication shutdown has been in place since Thursday, but some people are managing to post…

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Aleppo’s governor says that Kurdish-led SDF have completely left the city

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Aleppo's Governor has told Al Jazeera that the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have left the city, after days of conflict. Government forces have been coordinating the withdrawal of SDF fighters on buses out of Aleppo overnight. It comes after the Syrian Army took over the Kurdish-majority neighbourhood of Sheikh Maqsoud. Army and SDF forces had been fighting throughout Saturday. In one attack, an armed drone struck a government building where ministers were addressing media. A week of…

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“A watershed moment for the region and the world” – The US attack on Venezuela | The Listening Post

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A conversation with Jose Luis Granados Ceja, the Latin American contributor of Drop Site News on how to decipher the news coming out of Venezuela. Featuring: Jose Luis Granados Ceja – Latin America contributor, Drop Site News https://www.instagram.com/ajlisteningpost https://www.facebook.com/AJListeningPost https://bsky.app/profile/ajlisteningpost.bsky.social https://x.com/ajlisteningpost https://www.threads.net/@ajlisteningpost Subscribe to our Newsletter: http://aje.io/upic5 http://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-listening-post/ #venezuela #nicolasmaduro #trump #news #aljazeeraenglish #dropsitenews

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Colombia’s Petro on US threats and whether he fears Maduro’s fate | Talk to Al Jazeera

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Since the United States abducted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, accusing him of "narcoterrorism", Colombia has found itself under growing pressure from Washington. President Gustavo Petro responds to President Donald Trump’s accusations. The Colombian leader also addresses diplomacy vs confrontation, regional sovereignty and whether Latin America is entering a dangerous new chapter. #gustavopetro #nicolasmaduro #donaldtrump #colombia #venezuela #oil #narcoterrorism #interview #aljazeeraenglish

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BRICS-plus naval drills: South Africa hosts Russia, Iran and China

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BRICS nations have launched joint naval exercises off the South African coast. Supporters say the drills will strengthen co-operation among emerging economies. But critics warn they could deepen global divisions. Al Jazeera’s Fahmida Miller reports from the headquarters of the South African navy in Simon’s Town. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #BRICS #NavalDrills…

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Philippines landfill collapse: Rescue workers race to find dozens still missing

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Rescue workers are trying to find dozens of people trapped under a collapsed landfill in the Philippines. At least four people have been confirmed dead. The incident took place on Thursday, with more than 100 workers on site at the time. Al Jazeera’s Jamela Alindogan reports from Cebu, in the central Philippines. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download…

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What are Saudi Arabia’s plans in southern Yemen? | Inside Story

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For almost a decade the Southern Transitional Council has been the main player in southern Yemen, while the country reeled from division and civil strife. But in a matter of hours the separatists lost control of all the territory they held. It follows a military intervention by Saudi Arabia to stop what it called a threat to its national security. In a statement issued in Riyadh, the STC announced the movement's dissolution. Saudi Arabia is now planning a…

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Miami and the midterms: Could Republican Florida help Democrats?

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The US midterm elections aren't happening until November, but the political posturing is already well underway. Democrats hope a strong showing will help to limit the President's power. They've recently received a boost in Donald Trump's home state, Florida. Al Jazeera’s Phil Lavelle reports from Miami. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #USMidterms #MidtermElections…

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Play under attack in occupied West Bank: Israel to demolish a football pitch in Bethlehem

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Israeli authorities issued a demolition order against a football playground in a refugee camp in Bethlehem. It borders Israel’s separation wall and is one of the few open spaces for young Palestinians in the densely populated area. Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #WestBank #Bethlehem #PalestinianChildren #PlayUnderAttack #IsraelPalestine #OccupiedWestBank…

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Mercosur Deal: A Major Boost for German Exports and Jobs

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Berlin's Bahályer Westhafen port plays a key role in international trade, with the Mercosur deal supported by the German government and European industry to boost exports and open global markets, having a significant impact on economic growth and jobs. Al Jazeera's Dominic Kane reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #Mercosur #GermanExports #TradeAgreement…

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Kamikaze drones strike Aleppo as fighting spreads | AJ #shorts

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Al Jazeera’s Resul Serdar has seen Syrian security forces in Aleppo trying to shoot down drones, after several attacks that suggest fighting with the Syrian Democratic Forces is spreading. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #aljazeera #aljazeeraenglish #aljazeeranewslive

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Elections in the shadow of war: Contested regions of Myanmar are unsafe for voters

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The second phase of Myanmar's general election is set to begin on Sunday. But some of the areas designated for polling are combat zones - and fighting between rebels and the military has left towns and villages deserted. Al Jazeera's Tony Cheng reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #MyanmarElection #MyanmarPolitics #GeneralElection #ConflictZones…

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