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US sanctions Brazil’s Supreme Court judge overseeing case against Bolsonaro

US freezes Judge Moraes's assets, citing role in arbitrary detentions, censorship, and Bolsonaro-related prosecutions. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Y3dDQTr

UN expert condemns US rollback of sanctions on Myanmar regime allies

The decision came after the country's military chief sent a letter to Trump praising his 'strong leadership'. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/MNxd8YZ

Leader of Israeli Knesset taunts UK, France over Palestinian state

The speaker of Israel’s Knesset said London or Paris should be the site of a Palestinian state. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/VnX0g2U

Israeli cruise ship protest sparks violent police clashes on Greek island

Greek riot police clashed with demonstrators in Rhodes who were protesting the docking of an Israeli cruise ship. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5pt3qo6

How the E.U. Wooed Trump With Flashy but Flimsy Numbers

The Trump administration has been talking up provisions of its deal with the European Union that would secure hundreds of billions of dollars in investments. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/4SOcnD0

Authorities say shooter in New York City blamed NFL for brain injuries

The US football league has previously faced legal challenges over its failure to address players' concussions. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fj7ySVM

U.S. and China Meet as Trade Truce Nears Expiration

Top American and Chinese officials are meeting for two days of talks in Stockholm as the Trump administration tries to complete trade deals. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/CWB1nOK

Gunfire at aid drop site as hungry Palestinians scramble for food

Starving Palestinians faced gunfire as they rushed to collect aid airdropped into Gaza’s Deir el-Balah. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ONQSPbJ

At least 17 killed after gunmen storm small-town bar in Ecuador

The South American nation has reeled under a substantial increase in violent crime over the last several years. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/XTzDtCN

R.S.F. Coalition Names Leaders of Sudan’s Parallel Government

The move by a paramilitary-led coalition may make it even harder for the African country to hold together. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/yf7aGQR

Syria to hold first parliamentary elections since al-Assad’s fall

Vote will take place September 15-20 in the first election since President Ahmed al-Sharaa took power. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Chpl8Gy

England beat Spain in penalty shootout to win women’s Euro 2025

The Lionesses beat La Roja 3-1 on penalties after drawing 1-1 in extra time to retain football's European Championship. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/iXF0U3r

Train Derails in Germany

The accident occurred near the southern city of Ulm. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/z84I6gb

RSF paramilitary-led coalition forms parallel government in war-torn Sudan

As violence and rights abuses rage on, the coalition pledges to pursue a 'secular, democratic' and decentralised Sudan. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/IEaJlNm

Viktor Gyokeres signs for Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon

The Swedish striker joins the London club after scoring 97 goals for Sporting Lisbon over the past two seasons. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/HQCPzIK

E.U. Cuts Aid to Ukraine Over Corruption Concerns

The $1.7 billion reduction capped a tough week for President Volodymyr Zelensky as he deals with Ukraine’s governance issues. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/zcyKewv

Athens suburb residents told to evacuate as wildfires in Greece spread

Greek official says 'real difficulties' ahead as dry conditions and high temperatures are expected to persist. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/diRIosZ

Root up to second on record Test list as England dominate India

Joe Root becomes the second highest scorer in Test cricket as England takes control against India in fourth Test. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fKyo3Cc

Florida governor announces deportation flights from Alligator Alcatraz

Ron DeSantis, formerly Donald Trump's Republican rival, said that the cadence for removal flights would be 'increasing'. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/MG6iCW1

UK’s Starmer faces mounting pressure to recognise Palestinian state

As starvation grips Gaza, more than 200 UK lawmakers urge Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestinian state. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/gxOQMHs

Israeli settler attacks show new level of violence, organisation

Israeli settlers are becoming more brazen and heavily armed, attacking Palestinians with impunity. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Hnw0jsO

India’s Pant defies injury but England control of fourth Test

India's injured Rishabh Pant hits 54 after surprise return before England takes control of fourth Test. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/0eSzFLN

Photo Shows Murderer Returning to U.S. in Trump Prisoner Swap With Venezuela

President Trump has vowed to expel criminals, but a photo of a convicted killer being brought to the U.S. in a prisoner swap sends another message. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/TJBsfOh

Zelenskyy promises new bill amid growing pressure over anticorruption law

Protesters rally for a second day after Ukrainian leader signs law curbing powers of anticorruption agencies. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/I2FmVw5

Macrons Sue Candace Owens, Accusing Her of Defamation

The suit seeks damages after the podcaster claimed Brigitte Macron is a man. The French president and his wife said the statement caused “pain to us and our families.” via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/sdjLlz0

Doctor accused of supplying actor Matthew Perry with ketamine pleads guilty

Salvador Plasencia did not supply Perry with the fatal dose but has admitted to obtaining ketamine for the actor's use. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/8FCdE2t

GHF security guard details abuses he witnessed at Gaza ‘aid sites’

A former security guard for Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ‘aid distribution sites’ described abuses he witnessed. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QfH2RDG

Trump Administration Keeps 19 Percent Tariff on Indonesia in Trade Deal

The administration provided some insight into the terms that were agreed upon between Indonesia and the United States, hinting at how other vague and hastily negotiated deals may turn out. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/kG4MaIT

Workers scramble to find colleagues at collapsed DRC gold mine

Workers at a collapsed mine shaft in the Democratic Republic of Congo are trying to dig out their colleagues. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/hDG5yMn

Gaza health official detained by Israeli undercover force

An Israeli undercover force has “abducted” Marwan al-Hams, a senior Gaza Health Ministry official, in Rafah. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/GwjYUnK

Chinese Officers Questioned U.S. Government Employee About His Army Service

The man, a U.S. citizen, is barred from leaving China by the Ministry of State Security, the country’s main intelligence and counterintelligence agency. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/xAgbkY2

Italy cancels concert by Putin ally Gergiev

Kremlin critics laud the decision, as Moscow's ambassador to Italy decries a 'scandalous situation'. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/OQCNaiy

Faint Signs of Life Appear in Effort to Halt Ukraine War

Ukraine’s president proposed reviving talks brokered by the Trump administration, which seemed stalled a month ago. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/ji8hcWK

Jean-Pierre Azéma, 87, Dies; Chronicled French Collaboration With Nazis

He was among the historians who challenged national myths about the compromises his country made after being occupied by Germany in World War II. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/DhRWTbZ

Brief: Ceasefire in south Syria, Gaza students sit for exams

Syria's government has declared a ceasefire in Suwayda. Israel bombed Syria and Lebanon. Students in Gaza struggle to co via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/yc8en6w

A Kite Surfer, Navy SEAL and Makeup Artist: Freed in a U.S.-Venezuela Swap

Over 260 people were released from prisons in El Salvador and Venezuela. Now they face the challenge of coming home. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/P76bnwF

Zelenskyy says Ukraine sent Russia offer of new peace talks

Ukrainian leader also reiterates readiness for face-to-face meeting with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/Eu8sPiI

The Pelicot Trial Returns, This Time to the Stage

Many of those who attended the trial returned to see a new play based on the case of Gisèle Pelicot, who confronted her ex-husband and dozens of men accused of raping her. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/IcG0sSq

Dubois-Usyk 2: Londoner ‘on a different level’ before title fight

'Young lion' Daniel Dubois faces unbeaten Oleksandr Usyk in heavyweight title showdown at Wembley on Saturday. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/y5lzckR

Brazil’s Lula slams Trump, says there is no ‘logic’ to US tariff threat

Brazilian president says that Donald Trump was elected to lead the US, not to be 'the emperor of the world'. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/9lK1Tjw

Video: US Attorney General tours Alcatraz prison with eye toward reopening

US Attorney General Pam Bondi visited the infamous Alcatraz prison in San Francisco Bay. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/QgyAXd5

Slovenia bars far-right Israeli cabinet ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Foreign minister says Slovenia acted after EU foreign ministers failed to agree on joint action against Israel. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/p2tHGcb

Trump repudiates draft letter to fire US Fed chair Powell

Trump acknowledged discussing firing Powell with Republicans but denied a letter had been drafted to do that. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/PpMKCmj

How will Syria’s government deal with the ‘Druze dilemma’?

Bedouin groups and fighters from Syria's Druze minority have been involved in sectarian violence. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/fqIRMaK

Police Arrest Far-Right Leader After Anti-Immigrant Riots in Spanish Town

Prosecutors said the local head of Deport Them Now, an anti-immigrant group, helped incite four days of violence that have rattled a town with a large North African community. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/37oHe1S

FIFA to launch 2026 World Cup ticketing process in September

Football governing body says ticket sales will be released in phases with the process kicking off on September 10. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/5NIRoJB

Court says Trump can’t bar refugees from entering US with travel ban

The Trump administration has faced a raft of legal challenges as it seeks to radically restrict immigration to the US. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/rjZW5wQ

Why are Afghan refugees being sent back to Taliban rule?

Iran, Pakistan and the US send Afghan refugees back to Taliban rule, where they risk persecution. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/V2WDcvN

Canada Wildfire Smoke Triggers Toronto and U.S. Air Quality Alerts

Smoke from wildfires in Manitoba, a Western province facing its worst fire season in 30 years, has created hazardous air quality conditions across Eastern Canada and the United States. via NYT > World News https://ift.tt/ySesY0u

Trump again slams ‘stupid’ US Fed chairman over interest rate levels

US president's frequent attacks against Jerome Powell have sparked concerns about independence of the central bank. via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera https://ift.tt/ozMxDXf