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

Abdul El-Sayed, a physician and progressive candidate, defeated four-term Congresswoman Haley Stevens despite tens of millions of dollars spent by pro-Israel groups backing her campaign. His win exposes rifts within the Democratic Party over its stance on Israel's war on Gaza as it seeks direction under Trump's second presidency. El-Sayed will face Republican Mike Rogers in November's general election, having pledged commitment to Jewish safety while facing criticism from Trump, who called him "

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

International media have been banned from reporting in most of Pakistan. New rules require every journalist – foreign or Pakistani – to get government permission to report outside of Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore. The announcement came just days after security forces were accused of killing protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. A coincidence, or calculated timing? DW's Jared Reed discussed this and the state of press freedom in Pakistan with US-based Pakistani journalist Ailia Zehra. Ch

Iran says it has agreed with Oman on a route for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with arrangements to jointly manage the strategic waterway being finalised. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said the two countries have reached an understanding on shipping routes and are working on further details. Al Jazeera’s Tohid Asadi reports live from Tehran. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook

Health workers battling the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have staged protests in Ituri province, demanding wages unpaid since mid-May. The World Health Organization says it has received less than half the funding needed for an effective response, as the outbreak spreads across five provinces. Nearly 4,000 people have been infected and more than 1,800 have died. Officials blame logistical challenges for the payment delays, while the UN warns disruptions could hinder effo

Beekeepers in Peru's Madre de Dios region, one of the areas hardest hit by illegal gold mining and logging, are turning to stingless Melipona bees to help restore the Amazon. More than 40,000 bees are kept at one sanctuary, pollinating native trees essential for natural regeneration. Their honey also holds cultural significance, used by indigenous Shipibo communities as traditional medicine for generations. Al Jazeera’s Mariana Sanchez reports from the Amazon in southeastern Peru. Subscribe

Millions of Iraqi state employees and pensioners haven't been paid this month. The disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have stalled oil exports that fund nearly the entire budget. And the government has no quick alternative. Al Jazeera's Jack Hewson reports from Baghdad. 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 Ins

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall on China’s eastern coast with 150 km/h winds, triggering widespread flooding and damage. More than a million people are evacuated from vulnerable areas in Shanghai and Zhejiang. Flights are cancelled, businesses shut and streets inundated. As the storm weakens inland, authorities in Jiangxi and Hubei warn of landslides and flash floods. Al Jazeera's Katrina Yu reports. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEngl

Russia’s advance in Ukraine has slowed sharply this year, even as fierce fighting continues along a 1,200-kilometre front line and casualties mount on both sides. A major reason is the growing use of drones, which has curbed movement on the battlefield. TRT World’s Joel Flynn reports from Ukraine.