Donald Trump kicked off his return with a burst of executive orders, looking confident and in control. But by his second year, support had slipped, with many unhappy about his performance—especially on the cost of living. Are cracks starting to show in his grip on the Republican Party? 00:00 Is Trump's coalition starting to crack? 00:22 Republican dissent grows over Trump 01:15 Kim Lane Scheppele, Princeton University 06:20 Can MAGA stay united under pressure? 10:43 What Orban's defeat means

US Central Command (CENTCOM) says its “forces began launching self-defense strikes against Iran." It added that the attacks were in response to “yesterday’s downing of a US Army Apache helicopter." Iran’s Mehr news agency reports that residents and sources in Sirik Port and its surrounding villages heard multiple explosions in the area this evening. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has said it responded to US strikes on southern Iran by launching a drone attack on the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, according to state media. The IRGC said in a statement that clashes are ongoing and warned that heavier retaliatory measures will follow if the US military “aggression” continues. The IRGC also confirmed that the US launched attacks against several locations in southern Iran’s Jask, Sirik, and Qeshm Island, damaging a telecommunicati

Rescue teams in northern Laos have successfully pulled five people alive from a flooded cave following days of intensive search and recovery operations. The group had been trapped underground after sudden flash floods swept through the area, cutting off access routes and flooding interior chambers. Al Jazeera’s Dalya Al Masri 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

Xenophobic violence and fear have pushed many migrants to leave South Africa. For 27-year-old Ghanaian Najat Abubakar, the journey back home has been filled with relief—but also uncertainty about what comes next. Al Jazeera follows her journey as she navigates both the emotional and practical realities of returning home under difficult circumstances. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebo

Gideon Levy, a Haaretz columnist, tells Al Jazeera that Israel is making things worse in southern Lebanon, choosing war over diplomacy without any clear strategic goal. 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.news/AJEMobile #Leb

Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz has warned the country is at a “breaking point” after weeks of antigovernment protests sparked by a deepening economic crisis. Demonstrations and road blockades have caused shortages of food, fuel and life-saving medicine. Paz is now calling for talks with trade unions, Indigenous groups and protest leaders in an effort to defuse the unrest. Al Jazeera’s Monica Yanakiew reports from La Paz, Bolivia. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us o

The United States says it has carried out what it calls defensive strikes against Iranian military targets. It's the second US strike this week, despite a ceasefire. US Central Command (CENTCOM) says it shot down four attack drones that posed a threat near the Strait of Hormuz. Details of the strikes emerged after a cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump late on Wednesday. He said there is still work to be done on reaching a deal with Iran but he also stressed that the Strait of Hormu

Eid celebrations in Gaza have been overshadowed by Israeli attacks. At least 10 Palestinians were killed in strikes on a residential building west of Gaza City on Wednesday. More than 20 others have been injured, including several children according to medical teams. Gaza's Health Ministry says more than 900 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks, since a ceasefire came into effect in October. Al Jazeera’s Hind Khoudary has more from Gaza City. Subscribe to our channel: http://bi

Israel has issued an unprecedented forced evacuation order covering the entirety of Tyre, the largest population centre in southern Lebanon, affecting tens of thousands of residents. The order, issued via social media, follows a similar blanket evacuation of Nabatieh just 24 hours earlier. On the ground, residents described scenes of panic, with people rushing to supermarkets and pharmacies closing. The orders come despite a ceasefire nominally in place, as Israel simultaneously expands its gr

NASA has unveiled a three-phase plan to build a permanent lunar base by 2032, awarding hundreds of millions of dollars in contracts to private companies including Blue Origin. The base, planned for the moon's south pole and powered by nuclear and solar energy, is part of a $20bn programme first announced in March. Robotic landers, lunar rovers and hopping drones are expected to begin exploratory missions before the end of the year. The announcement comes as NASA races to land Americans on the mo

Paul Musgrave, an associate professor of government at Georgetown University in Qatar and a US foreign policy analyst, and Foad Izadi, professor at the Faculty of World Studies at the University of Tehran, tell Al Jazeera that the US president is using Iran policy to shore up domestic political support and seek a “free hand” with Tehran, while Iranian leaders mistrust any US deal that may lack congressional backing and fear promises Washington cannot deliver. Subscribe to our channel: http://bi

Muslims across the world are celebrating Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice. It marks the end of the annual Hajj Pilgrimage and involves the ritual sacrificing of livestock. The day begins with special prayers followed by feasting and the distribution of meat from the sacrificed animal to friends, family and the poor. Eid al-Adha is one of the most important holidays in Islam. But for many, the financial burden of performing an animal sacrifice is rising sharply. Sadaatu Madaki is a huma

Libya’s healthcare system has struggled for decades. In the past, many Libyans traveled to Tunisia or Egypt for serious treatment. But with the sharp decline in the value of the Libyan dinar in recent years, many can no longer afford medical travel abroad. That's created opportunities for private healthcare providers in the country. Al Jazeera’s Malik Traina reports from Misrata, Libya Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Faceb

At least 31 people have been killed and 40 others injured on Tuesday, as Israel expands operations in the east and south of Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned there is more to come, despite the escalation being amongst the heaviest since a US-brokered ceasefire was agreed in mid-April. Matilda Mothoatlhaga reports.

This episode explores the global impact of mass tourism, how cities hit peak appeal, why it becomes a problem and what solutions could restore balance.

Is the US getting into another endless conflict? After promising to pull troops out of Africa, Donald Trump is now ordering military strikes on insurgents in Nigeria. He’s also cut development funding which addressed the causes of terrorism. DW spoke with Cameron Hudson from the Center for Strategic and International Studies, who says airstrikes can’t fill the gap. Chapters: 00:00 Trump's Africa Promise vs Reality 03:13 Nigeria Strategy and US Policy Shift 06:20 Losing Ground and Expanding Str

In the US state of Texas, the candidate backed by President Donald Trump has won the primary election to stand as the Republican candidate in November’s senate race. Ken Paxton, who is the state's Attorney General, beat long-time incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a tight and very expensive contest. Al Jazeera’s Chief US Correspondent Alan Fisher reports from Washington. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https:/

The heavy rain has ended a years-long drought in Syria. But it may be too late for farmers. Years of failed harvests and the removal of subsidies mean many of them can't afford to plant this season’s crops. Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett reports from Damascus, Syria. 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: https://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page:

After weeks of protests in Bolivia, the country's senate has voted to expand presidential emergency powers. It paves the way for the government to deploy the army to the streets if necessary. Al Jazeera’s Monica Yanakiew reports from La Paz, Bolivia. 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.insta