The fourth day of funeral ceremonies for Iran's assassinated Supreme Leader is underway in the city of Qom. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's coffin has arrived at the Jamkaran Mosque, where thousands of mourners have gathered to pay their respects. More processions will be held in the Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala on Wednesday. Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad on Thursday. Al Jazeera’s Mahmoud Abdelwahed reports from Tehran, Iran. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubsc

There are reports of a series of explosions in the Syrian capital. A plume of smoke has been seen rising near government ministries. The blasts come as the French president visits the country ahead of the NATO summit in neighbouring Turkiye. Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto is following the visit from the Presidential Palace in the Syrian capital, Damascus. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://x.com/ajenglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljaz

As the World Cup moves into its final stages, Belgium’s appeal has been rejected by FIFA, after the organisation lifted a ban on a US player following Donald Trump's request. Millions have reacted angrily to what they call a controversial decision to overturn the red card. FIFA's president defended the move, saying the organisation’s judicial bodies are independent. Candice Cole reports.

Since its foundation, Hollywood has taught audiences around the world to fear Muslims, misrepresenting millions of believers through orientalist stereotypes. Even if representation has improved in recent years, a study found that only 1 percent of characters in TV series are Muslim, and many are still portrayed through racist tropes. Experts told TRT World that the situation has worsened in recent months as production companies scale back diversity initiatives. Subscribe: http://trt.world/sub

Ukrainian drones struck Russia's biggest oil refinery in Omsk, in southwestern Siberia. It was one of the furthest Ukrainian strikes since the beginning of the war. DW's Anthony Howard spoke to Brian Whitmore, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, to find out where the war is heading and whether there is anywhere in Russia that is now safe from Ukrainian attacks. #ukraine #russia #ukrainewar #omsk #oilrefinery #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media:

He's plagued by problems, but Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is proving to be one of Europe’s great political survivors. His international profile keeps rising due to his criticism of US-Israeli wars, and his support for migration. But his image abroad contrasts with perceptions back home, where he is battling corruption allegations, political gridlock and polarization. To understand how Sanchez manages to hang on after eight years in power, DW spoke to Maria Ramirez, managing editor of S

Wildfires are burning across parts of Europe, with emergency military units deployed in Spain and Portugal to support overstretched firefighting teams. In Greece, an industrial estate in Thessaloniki has been left in charred ruins, while homes and cars have been destroyed near Perpignan in southern France. The third stage of the Tour de France has been closed to spectators due to the fire risk. The EU is sending additional water-bombing aircraft from Cyprus and Sweden. Scientists warn that the e

Millions of Afghan refugees have been forced to return from Pakistan and Iran in recent months, often under duress, placing enormous strain on Afghanistan's already fragile economy. Relief agencies estimate more than 3.5 million Afghans have returned since early last year, with unemployment rising and food prices surging in border provinces such as Nangarhar. Nearly 40 percent of Afghanistan's population faces high levels of food insecurity, and the UN warns that 3.7 million children under five

Marine Le Pen is appealing a conviction over the misuse of European Union funds that could lead to a five-year ban from public office and threaten her 2027 French presidential ambitions. Despite the legal challenge, her far-right National Rally party continues to expand its support across France, winning local positions and strengthening its political influence. If Le Pen is disqualified, party president Jordan Bardella is expected to become a leading candidate. Al Jazeera's Natasha Butler rep

Russia says its forces have captured the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivka after months of intense fighting. Ukraine has denied the claim, saying the battle for the strategic city is ongoing. Kostiantynivka is considered a key transport hub in Ukraine's Donetsk region. Military analysts say its capture could strengthen Russia's position for further advances toward the Ukrainian-held cities of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, as fighting continues across eastern Ukraine. Subscribe to our chann

NATO leaders are preparing to meet in Ankara for a summit overshadowed by renewed questions about the alliance's future following Donald Trump's return to the White House. Secretary General Mark Rutte is seeking to preserve unity as members face growing pressure over defence spending and burden sharing. The summit comes amid uncertainty over US commitments to NATO, with Trump calling on allies to do more for their own security while raising concerns about the alliance's long-standing collective

Anti-government 'Pink Flamingo' protests in Albanian continued for the 35th day, sparked by a luxury property development linked to Donald Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner. Protesters in the capital Tirana are calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, the temporary replacement of his government, constitutional reform and an end to corruption. Chapters: 00:00 Albania protests swell over luxury resort plan 00:44 How did an environmental protest become a national movement? We talk to

The six-day funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is underway, with authorities shutting down streets, airspace and daily life in Tehran. Massive crowds are expected all over Iran. But one man is notably missing - Iran's new Supreme Leader and Ali Khamenei's son, Mojtaba Khamenei. DW's Anthony Howard spoke to Behnam Ben Taleblu with the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies in Washington D.C. about what the funeral is saying about the state of affairs in Iran. #iran

The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are expected to dominate discussions at the NATO summit. The host nation Turkiye is also seeking to strengthen its defence autonomy and expand its role within the alliance. Al Jazeera’s Sinem Koseoglu reports from Istanbul, Turkiye. 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 p

After running the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, Hamas has announced the dissolution of its governing committee. This paves the way for a transitional, technocratic committee to assume responsibility. The committee's activities will be overseen by the Board of Peace, which was set up by US President Donald Trump when the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel was agreed in October. Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud has more from Gaza City and Nour Odeh is in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank for the

Israeli air strikes have killed at least four people in Lebanon. They targeted several areas in the south, including Nabatieh. This comes after separate Israeli strikes on Nabatieh on Sunday. The military said it hit several sites belonging to Hezbollah. Neighbourhoods and commercial areas have been destroyed, forcing people to leave their homes. Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr reports from Tyre, Lebanon. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish

Millions of people across the US are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' Declaration of Independence. The fourth of July event followed evacuations from the National Mall in Washington, DC because of storms and record-breaking heat. In a public address, President Donald Trump called it one of the most joyous milestones of all time, praising the military and criticising America's enemies Al Jazeera’s Heidi-Zhou Castro reports from Washington, DC. Subscribe to our channel:

Mostafa Khoshchechem, professor at the University of Applied Sciences in Tehran, tells Al Jazeera that despite the ongoing talks between the US and Iran, hostilities between them will continue and Iranians “won’t be fooled” by talks. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.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

Venezuela's government is pushing back against accusations that it responded too slowly to the earthquakes. In the hardest-hit communities, many families say they're still relying on volunteers — and fending for themselves — in the search for relatives trapped beneath the rubble. Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Caracas, Venezuela. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our

As Nato leaders gather in Ankara for a summit to address global security challenges, diplomatic relations are once again in focus. Over the years, the Turkish and US presidents have remained in contact during regional crises, discussing issues from Syria and Iran to broader security concerns. Supporters of Ankara's diplomatic approach say its ability to engage both Washington and regional actors gives it a unique role during times of instability. Asli Atbas reports.