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Can historic Israel-Lebanon talks lead to ceasefire?
Israel and Lebanon leaders set for historic talks after 34 years of silence, aiming to ease tensions amid ongoing conflict.
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Double standards? Why Israel’s nukes get a pass while Iran is scrutinised
Israel’s policy of opacity about its nuclear capability contrasts sharply with the focus on Iran’s programme.
‘Food is unifying’: How Lebanon’s migrants are feeding the war-displaced
Often overlooked in Lebanon’s society, the migrant community is filling the gaps of the state by feeding their own.
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Iran war day 47: What’s happening in Lebanon, Tehran and the Middle East?
US President Donald Trump has signalled a possible second round of talks with Iran in the coming days.
Three years of Sudan under fireThis article will be opened in a new browser window
Al Jazeera visits 10 regions most affected by Sudan’s civil war and records firsthand accounts from those living there.
US military says blockade of Iran ports ‘completely’ halts economic trade
US Central Command say more than 10,000 armed forces members, as well as warships and planes, are involved in blockade.
From: NewsFeed
How US blockade on Iran will worsen energy crisis
With the US military blockade of Iranian ports now in force, global energy markets are already reacting.
Published On 14 Apr 2026
Israel-Lebanon direct talks in the US: All to know
Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993, but Hezbollah’s rejection threatens the US-brokered effort.
Indonesia, US sign ‘major’ defence cooperation agreement
Signing of defence partnership follows reports that US is seeking overflight access in Indonesia for military planes.
Trump deletes image of himself as Jesus-like saviour after backlash
Trump draws criticism from church leaders and conservatives over AI-Jesus image and pope remarks.
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What are the pros and cons of Trump’s Iranian naval blockade?
What does Donald Trump’s naval blockade of Iranian ports look like and can it achieve what the US president wants?
Published On 13 Apr 2026
