UK-China ‘ice age’ thaws: Why the West needs Beijing
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper hails ‘candour and respect’ in new ties with Beijing, despite differences.
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Ukraine’s Kostyuk blasts Russia stars in French Open outburst over war
Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk faces Russia’s Mirra Andreeva in semifinal after beating Elina Svitolina at Roland Garros.
Norwegian FA supports ethics complaint against FIFA chief Infantino
NFF president Lise Klaveness has called on FIFA to scrap the FIFA Peace Prize award to protect its political neutrality.
French PM to fast-track security bill after PSG football violence and riots
More than 200 people were arrested in France following PSG’s Champions League win, which followed semifinal disorder.
From: NewsFeed
UK police bodycam video shows wrongful arrest of dying teen
Newly-released bodycam video shows the moment UK police wrongfully arrested 18-year-old Henry Nowak as he was dying.
Published On 2 Jun 2026
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Could Russia hit northern Europe if it gained control of Arctic’s Bear Gap?
Norwegian defence minister warns Russia could pose a grave risk and must not be allowed to control the corridor.
Is the Taliban-Russia MoU good for Afghanistan?
The recently signed agreement is unlikely to advance the country’s long-term national interests.
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Albanians protest Kushner plan for Sazan Island luxury resort
Hundreds have rallied in Albania against plans by a Jared Kushner-linked investment firm to develop Sazan Island.
Published On 2 Jun 2026
UK Athletics fined over death of UAE Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei
Abdullah Hayayei was killed in London in 2017 while preparing for the World Para Athletics Championships.
Southampton backs ‘spygate’ Eckert despite world’s most lucrative game miss
Southampton back Tonda Eckert despite missing out on a playoff final for a Premier League place due to spying scandal.
Who’s in, who’s out: Squads for all 48 FIFA World Cup 2026 nations
From icons bidding adieu, to upcoming stars looking to make their mark on the biggest, Al Jazeera lists all the players.
