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Xi Jinping proposes cooperation framework to avert US-China military clash during Trump summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined proposals for dialogue, crisis communication and student exchanges aimed at preventing a military collision.
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Polish foreign minister says Russia lacks forces to invade NATO
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski told Al Jazeera at the UN General Assembly that Russia does not have the military capacity to launch an invasion.
World
Qatar says it will keep diplomatic efforts alive between the US and Iran
Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said the Gulf state will work to ensure diplomacy does not fail in the US-Iran conflict.
World
Qatar’s Emir Calls for Diplomacy Amid Gulf Tensions Over US-Israeli Conflict with Iran
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani told the UN that the Gulf faces a dangerous phase due to the US-Israeli war on Iran and urged diplomatic reopening.
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US plans $2.8 billion arms package that could include up to 40,000 bombs for Israel, officials say
US officials have discussed a $2.8 billion arms deal that could provide Israel with as many as 40,000 bombs, a proposal that raises questions about.
World
Trump returns to the UN amid tensions over Iran and Gaza
Donald Trump arrives at the UN General Assembly as the United States faces a war with Iran, ongoing Gaza ceasefire violations.
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UK agrees to limited air-to-air refuelling for Saudi jets amid Houthi attacks
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the UK will provide time-limited air-to-air refuelling for Saudi aircraft defending against Houthi missile and drone.
World
Trump praises New York mayor Mamdani after wide-ranging Gracie Mansion meeting
President Donald Trump said he hopes Zohran Mamdani will be a great mayor following a closed-door meeting at Gracie Mansion that covered housing.
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UN chief says world situation deteriorates as Security Council remains deadlocked
Antonio Guterres says the world is getting worse as wars multiply and the UN Security Council remains paralyzed, leaving vulnerable populations in dire.
Middle East
Qatar says it is working to revive Iran-US talks
Qatar's foreign ministry says mediators are shuttling between Tehran and Washington to restart Iran-US negotiations, with several proposals exchanged.
World
Ed Sheeran concert proceeds amid Gaza-related controversy
Ed Sheeran is set to perform in Philadelphia after opening acts withdrew in protest over Macklemore's removal for supporting Palestine, according to Al Jazeera.
Middle East
Iran displays armed women and drones in Tehran mobilisation rally
Hundreds of thousands marched in Tehran, featuring armed women, anti-aircraft guns and Shaheed drones as part of a state mobilisation campaign.
World
UN experts say there are reasonable grounds to believe US strikes in Iran may constitute war crimes
UN human rights experts say evidence suggests US missile attacks on a school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd killed civilians and may breach.
World
US approval of Saudi F-35 sale sparks congressional concerns
The US State Department announced approval of a $24bn sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia, prompting objections from some lawmakers over security and regional.
World
Macron says Russian hybrid attacks against Europe are intensifying
French President Emmanuel Macron warned that Russian hybrid attacks on Europe and France have increased, citing recent drone incidents and suspicious fires.
World
Report claims US troop deaths in Iran war exceed Pentagon figures
Al Jazeera reports that a Washington Post story citing unnamed Pentagon officials says at least 22 US soldiers have died in the Iran war.
World
US and Denmark announce security agreement on Greenland after Trump annexation threats
The United States and Denmark announced a security agreement on Greenland following a diplomatic dispute over Donald Trump's annexation threats.
World
US appeals court blocks Trump administration's third-country deportation policy
A three-judge panel of the 1st US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that migrants must be given a meaningful chance to raise safety concerns before being removed.
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Bangladesh faces severe power cuts as gas imports plunge amid Iran conflict
Bangladesh endures widespread blackouts and rising food insecurity after gas imports fell sharply following the war in Iran.
Europe
Zelenskyy announces Carpathian 8 trade and security pact worth over €1bn
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a new Carpathian 8 agreement signed 50 deals valued at more than €1bn, focusing on energy independence from Russia.