As China's economy surged, so did the allure of its capital city. Beijing offered young Chinese people a dream - a place where they could work hard and get rich. But today, many are leaving the city. Al Jazeera’s Katrina Yu reports from Beijing, China. 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: https://www.aljazeera.com Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagr

Donald Trump says new records prove China interfered in the 2020 US election and accuses the intelligence community of covering it up, allegations that could further escalate tensions between Washington and Beijing. Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan 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.in

Sirens have sounded across Kuwait as the military says its air defenses are intercepting Iranian missiles and drones. State media in Iran are reporting the military has targeted US interests at two bases in Kuwait. On Saturday, Iranian missiles and drones also struck an oil facility and a power generation and water desalination plant in Kuwait. Iran says it has targeted US military assets across the region, including in Bahrain and Jordan. Al Jazeera’s Laura Khan reports from Doha, Qatar. Su

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired his armed forces commander-in-chief, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, following days of mass protests across Ukraine demanding his removal. Zelenskyy has named Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief - the biggest shake-up of Ukraine's military leadership since Syrskyi himself took the post in 2024. We break down the power struggle behind the ouster, with Ukraine analyst Andrew D’Anieri. #dwnews #russiaukrainewar 00:00 Zelensky fires army commander-

Southeast Asian nations are warning of an energy shock as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran raises fears over oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz. ASEAN foreign ministers meeting in Manila have issued an urgent appeal to keep the vital shipping route open. We speak to Chatham House's Ben Bland about the economic and geopolitical fallout for the region. #dwcurrentaffairs 00:00 Strait of Hormuz disruption raises global economic concerns 01:08 ASEAN ministers respo

In war-torn Sudan, even the simplest daily transactions have become a challenge. As cash disappears from markets and ATMs fall silent, Sudanese are turning to mobile banking—not by choice, but by necessity. Rimah Hamid reports.

Disbarred attorney and former reality TV personality Peet Viljoen's bail bid continues in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court. Viljoen faces more than 400 charges, including fraud, corruption, theft, forgery and uttering. The charges relate to the alleged fraudulent sale of 46 city of Johannesburg properties worth an estimated R27-million in 2010. The State is opposing bail, while Viljoen denies the allegations and maintains that the case against him is weak. #dstv403

The US has signed a deal with Saudi Arabia to help the Kingdom develop a civilian nuclear program. The agreement may help Saudi Arabia one day use nuclear power to generate electricity. However, critics say the partnership lacks the protocols other US nuclear deals have, aimed at preventing uranium enrichment and the development of nuclear weapons. We consider what's at stake with Sina Azodi, Middle East analyst at George Washington University, and Kelsey Davenport, Director for Nonproliferation

More than 3,200 far-right Israelis have stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem to commemorate a Jewish holiday. They made the incursion under the protection of Israeli police and performed prayers to mark what they refer to as the destruction of the temple. Police barred Palestinian worshippers from praying inside the mosque. Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and other Israeli members of the Knesset also stormed the courtyards of the mosque.

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Criminal gangs and organised crime networks are driving a wave of violence across Latin America, with homicide rates rising in several countries. Security forces are facing increasingly violent confrontations with powerful criminal groups involved in drug trafficking and illegal activities. The United States has expanded its diplomatic and military engagement with Latin American and Caribbean partners as governments seek new ways to tackle the growing threat. Inside Latin America examines t

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has urged Vladimir Putin to freeze the war in Ukraine, while sitting alongside his Russian counterpart at a summit in Siberia. Suggesting that negotiations be revived, Tokayev said that ‘young people are dying’ and that ‘all this has to be stopped’. His comments are notable given Kazakhstan's close ties with Russia, even as Astana has consistently avoided endorsing Moscow's offensive. We examine why Tokayev chose to make the remarks publicly - and if

US President Donald Trump says his team is holding 'serious' talks with Iran to de-escalate the conflict. But he warns the US is prepared to strike Iran's civilian infrastructure if diplomacy fails. Andy Roesgen reports.

The fight for El Obeid has intensified between the Sudan army and the RSF paramilitary. Civilians remain trapped under siege, as the UN warns another humanitarian catastrophe could be unfolding. Rimah Hamid reports.

China’s Foreign Ministry says China is committed to Panama Canal neutrality and has never interfered in its operation. VOA’s Leonid Martynyuk explains why this is misleading. » Subscribe to VOA News: https://bit.ly/3KIPysi » Watch more VOA News video: https://www.youtube.com/voanews Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for

The soaring summer heat has exposed the full extent of the power crisis in Yemen's southern city of Aden. With electricity available for only a few hours a day, residents say homes have become unbearable, as many sleep outdoors in search of relief. Nizar Sadawi reports.

Across Gaza, thousands of families face an impossible choice between returning to bombed out homes or staying in overcrowded camps with no clear future ahead. Ashraf Shannon reports from Gaza.

The UN is warning two-thirds of Gaza’s population could go hungry by the end of the year. Thousands of families in Gaza depend entirely on humanitarian aid, but international aid organisations say funding is drying up. Israeli attacks have destroyed farmland and businesses, wiping out their ability to support themselves. Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum went to central Gaza to meet some of the families who rely on humanitarian assistance. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Fol

Israeli forces raid the Qalandia refugee camp, a strategic artery between Ramallah and occupied East Jerusalem. Residents report home invasions, property damage and makeshift interrogation centers inside their houses. Paramedics treat several injuries, including people severely beaten by occupation soldiers. Palestinian officials say the right-wing government turns the raid into election propaganda, raising fears of Jenin-style camp destruction and mass displacement. Al Jazeera’s Nour Odeh repo

Yemen’s Ansarullah Houthis say they strike a Saudi oil tanker off Yanbu and target Najran Airport, escalating pressure on Riyadh. They announce a naval blockade on Saudi shipping through the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab, a narrow strait that carries key flows to Asia. Saudi oil accounts for about 66% of cargo through Bab al-Mandab, with Red Sea lanes carrying 10–12% of global trade, so any disruption may tighten energy markets. Al Jazeera's Laura Khan Explains. Subscribe to our channel: http://b