Europe named ‘fastest-warming continent’ in latest climate change report
From heatwaves to wildfires and shrinking ice cover, Europe is facing ‘severe’ impact from climate change, UN body says.
How the US-Israeli war is collapsing the sanctions regime on Iran
Circumvention mechanisms already exist and the conflict is encouraging more entities to work with them.
Mapping the destruction: How Israel ‘wiped out’ Lebanon’s Bint Jbeil
An Al Jazeera visual probe maps the systematic demolition of Lebanon’s border towns, mirroring the devastation in Gaza.
When will Strait of Hormuz be ‘safe’ for commercial shipping again?
Even if the strait reopens, shipping insurance could cost 20 times more than before the war, analysts say.
Algeria’s Luca Zidane doubtful for World Cup after chin and jaw fracture
Algera’s first-choice goalkeeper collided with a player during a Spanish league match, breaking his jaw and chin.
Is capitalism fuelling today’s wars? Varsha Gandikota & Jason Hickel
Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks political economist Jason Hickel if Global South states can take back their sovereignty.
West Bank scepticism as Palestinians doubt local elections will change much
Frustration with the Palestinian Authority and Israeli occupation fuel voter apathy in local West Bank elections.
US sanctions China’s ‘teapot’ refinery for buying Iranian oil
The Hengli refinery has generated hundreds of millions of dollars for Iran’s military, says US Treasury.
Brazil and Chelsea star Estevao’s World Cup hopes in doubt after injury
The winger will miss the rest of the season after suffering a hamstring injury in last week’s 1-0 loss to Man United.
Capture of ships by US, Iran violates international law, shipping body says
US and Iran should immediately release crews of captured vessels, says International Chamber of Shipping director.