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Spanish Parliament Advances Historic Bill to Grant Citizenship to Western Saharans

Spanish Parliament Advances Historic Bill to Grant Citizenship to Western Saharans

Spain's lower house of Parliament has approved a bill granting citizenship to tens of thousands of Western Saharans born before September 1977 and their children, aiming to address colonial-era injustices.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Peru Joins US-Led 'Shield of the Americas' Security Alliance to Combat Cartels

Peru Joins US-Led 'Shield of the Americas' Security Alliance to Combat Cartels

Peru has joined the US-led 'Shield of the Americas' security alliance to combat drug cartels, sparking both government cooperation and local protests during a visit by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|2
Gulf States Condemn Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia as Rebels Seize Strategic Yemeni Port of Mokha

Gulf States Condemn Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia as Rebels Seize Strategic Yemeni Port of Mokha

Gulf states at the UN have strongly condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and maritime trade threats, warning of a wider regional conflict as rebels seize the key Yemeni port city of Mokha.

The National|September 10, 2026
Examining the Roots and Current Developments of the Conflict in Yemen

Examining the Roots and Current Developments of the Conflict in Yemen

An analysis explores the ongoing situation in Yemen and the potential involvement of Pakistan under the Mecca agreement.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration's Controversial Mail-in Voting Rules Ahead of Midterms

US Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration's Controversial Mail-in Voting Rules Ahead of Midterms

A US appeals court has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing new mail-in voting rules ahead of the November 3 midterm elections, citing potential chaos and voter disenfranchisement.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Algeria Severs Diplomatic Ties with United Arab Emirates Over Regional Tensions and Foreign Policies

Algeria Severs Diplomatic Ties with United Arab Emirates Over Regional Tensions and Foreign Policies

Algeria has severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates, citing provocative actions and deep regional disagreements over issues including Israel and Western Sahara.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Jimmy Kimmel Moves Texas Senate Candidate Interview to YouTube Amid FCC Equal-Time Pressure

Jimmy Kimmel Moves Texas Senate Candidate Interview to YouTube Amid FCC Equal-Time Pressure

ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has moved his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico to YouTube, citing mounting pressure and restrictions from the FCC's equal-time rules.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Amnesty International Accuses Russia of Trafficking Vulnerable Foreigners into Ukraine War

Amnesty International Accuses Russia of Trafficking Vulnerable Foreigners into Ukraine War

Amnesty International's new report reveals that Russia has been deceiving vulnerable foreign nationals from countries like Brazil, Colombia, Sri Lanka, and South Africa into fighting on the front lines in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Russia and China Block UN Push to Revive Iran Sanctions Committee Amid Escalating Nuclear Tensions

Russia and China Block UN Push to Revive Iran Sanctions Committee Amid Escalating Nuclear Tensions

Russia and China have blocked a UN Security Council push to reactivate the Iran sanctions committee, escalating tensions following the IAEA's referral of Tehran over nuclear non-compliance.

The National|September 10, 2026|1
UAE Hopes Algeria's Decision to Sever Diplomatic Ties Will Be Temporary

UAE Hopes Algeria's Decision to Sever Diplomatic Ties Will Be Temporary

The UAE has expressed hope that Algeria's decision to cut diplomatic ties will be temporary, assuring that the move will not impact the Algerian community living in or visiting the Emirates.

The National|September 10, 2026|1
US Supreme Court Denies Trump Administration Bid to Reinstate Republican Congressional Map in Missouri

US Supreme Court Denies Trump Administration Bid to Reinstate Republican Congressional Map in Missouri

The US Supreme Court has rejected a bid by the administration of President Donald Trump to use a Republican-drawn congressional map in Missouri, clearing the way for the older map to be used in the November mid-term elections.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026
Chemical Weapons Experts Urge Urgent Probe Into Alleged Sudanese Military Chlorine Attacks

Chemical Weapons Experts Urge Urgent Probe Into Alleged Sudanese Military Chlorine Attacks

Chemical weapons experts are calling for an international investigation into allegations that the Sudanese military has developed and used chlorine bombs during the ongoing civil war.

The National|September 10, 2026|2
Pakistan Pushes US and Iran Toward Talks Amid Renewed Strikes, UN Envoy Says

Pakistan Pushes US and Iran Toward Talks Amid Renewed Strikes, UN Envoy Says

Pakistan's UN ambassador states that Islamabad is urging the US and Iran to return to negotiations using an Islamabad-brokered memorandum of understanding despite ongoing tensions and strikes.

The National|September 10, 2026|2
Protests Erupt Outside Israeli Embassy in Bangkok Following Tourist Incidents

Protests Erupt Outside Israeli Embassy in Bangkok Following Tourist Incidents

Demonstrators gather outside the Israeli embassy in Bangkok to protest the actions of badly behaved tourists, as captured in a short video.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
UN Expert and Protesters Rally in Rome Against Italy's Controversial Anti-Semitism Bill

UN Expert and Protesters Rally in Rome Against Italy's Controversial Anti-Semitism Bill

Protesters and UN expert Francesca Albanese gathered in Rome to condemn Italy's proposed anti-Semitism bill, arguing that the legislation threatens freedom of expression and censors criticism of Israel.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026
Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Non-Citizens from the 2030 US Census, Sparking Debate Over Federal Aid and Representation

Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Non-Citizens from the 2030 US Census, Sparking Debate Over Federal Aid and Representation

The Trump administration has proposed excluding non-citizens and temporary residents from the 2030 US Census, a move critics warn could distort federal funding and diminish political representation.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Yemen's Houthis Capture Strategic Red Sea Port City of Mocha

Yemen's Houthis Capture Strategic Red Sea Port City of Mocha

Yemen's Houthis have captured the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha, expanding their control over the vital Bab al-Mandeb trade strait and delivering a major blow to government forces.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1
Trump Pledges $5,000 'Trump Dividend' for US Adults Tied to Midterm Wins, Raising Affordability and Legality Questions

Trump Pledges $5,000 'Trump Dividend' for US Adults Tied to Midterm Wins, Raising Affordability and Legality Questions

US President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payout for adult citizens if the Republican Party retains control of Congress in the upcoming midterms. The proposal has raised serious questions regarding national debt, tariff revenues, and economic feasibility.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026
Two Individuals Arrested in London Under National Security Act for Suspected Iranian Intelligence Activity

Two Individuals Arrested in London Under National Security Act for Suspected Iranian Intelligence Activity

A 60-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman have been arrested in London under the National Security Act on suspicion of working for Iranian intelligence services.

The National|September 10, 2026|1
Multicultural Malmo at the Crossroads: Swedish City Braces for High-Stakes Election

Multicultural Malmo at the Crossroads: Swedish City Braces for High-Stakes Election

As Malmo prepares for a high-stakes Swedish election, voters weigh critical issues including migration, integration, crime, and the economy amid a fiercely contested political landscape.

Al Jazeera English|September 10, 2026|1