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How Israel is Leveraging Islamophobia to Maintain Support in the West

How Israel is Leveraging Islamophobia to Maintain Support in the West

As its global reputation declines, the Israeli government and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are increasingly utilizing targeted campaigns of Islamophobia to rally far-right Western support and delegitimize critics.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Canada Commits $50M in Humanitarian Aid to Lebanon Amid Severe Regional Conflict

Canada Commits $50M in Humanitarian Aid to Lebanon Amid Severe Regional Conflict

Canada has pledged over $50m in humanitarian aid to Lebanon and condemned Israel's military actions during a visit by Secretary of State Randeep Sarai.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
France Expels Iranian Diplomats as Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Rapidly

France Expels Iranian Diplomats as Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Rapidly

France is expelling two Iranian diplomats following a similar move by Tehran, as broader Middle East tensions escalate and impact regional trade and security.

The National|August 20, 2026|2
Zambian Opposition Leader Brian Mundubile Vows to Challenge Presidential Election Results in Court

Zambian Opposition Leader Brian Mundubile Vows to Challenge Presidential Election Results in Court

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile plans to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema's reelection in court, citing serious voting irregularities and fraud.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|2
Protests Erupt in Kyiv Supporting Former Defense Minister Fedorov's Call for Elections

Protests Erupt in Kyiv Supporting Former Defense Minister Fedorov's Call for Elections

Protests have emerged in Kyiv following a call for elections by former defence minister Fedorov.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|2
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Cracks Down on AI Data Centre Developers with New Executive Order

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Cracks Down on AI Data Centre Developers with New Executive Order

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has issued an executive order imposing strict new requirements on AI data centre developers to protect consumers, local communities, and the environment.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Kyiv Protests Erupt in Support of Former Defence Minister Fedorov's Call for Elections

Kyiv Protests Erupt in Support of Former Defence Minister Fedorov's Call for Elections

Protesters in Kyiv have gathered to support former defence minister Fedorov's call for elections, amid ongoing discussions regarding security and unrest in the New Syria.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Unprecedented UN Security Council Deadlock Over Iran Sanctions Paralyzes Subsidiary Leadership

Unprecedented UN Security Council Deadlock Over Iran Sanctions Paralyzes Subsidiary Leadership

An eight-month deadlock over leadership in UN Security Council subsidiary bodies and the Iran sanctions committee has created an unprecedented institutional crisis.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Egypt Unveils Advanced New Designs for Diplomatic and Special Passports

Egypt Unveils Advanced New Designs for Diplomatic and Special Passports

Egypt has introduced newly designed diplomatic and special passports featuring enhanced security measures to replace older versions.

Egypt Independent|August 20, 2026
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Holds Vatican Talks with Pope Leo XIV Amid US-Brokered Negotiations

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Holds Vatican Talks with Pope Leo XIV Amid US-Brokered Negotiations

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with Pope Leo XIV in Rome while pursuing international support for US-brokered negotiations on southern Lebanon.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Escalating Civil War in Myanmar Deepens the Devastating Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis

Escalating Civil War in Myanmar Deepens the Devastating Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis

An investigative report reveals how Myanmar's ongoing civil war has exacerbated the suffering of the Rohingya minority, caught between military forces and the Arakan Army in Rakhine State.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Unpacking the Motives and Implications Behind Israel's Recent Airstrike on Syria

Unpacking the Motives and Implications Behind Israel's Recent Airstrike on Syria

Experts analyze the motives and potential fallout of a condemned Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase that threatened to escalate into a clash with Turkish forces.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani Arrives in Pakistan for Landmark Visit to Boost Bilateral Ties

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani Arrives in Pakistan for Landmark Visit to Boost Bilateral Ties

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani has arrived in Pakistan for a landmark visit aimed at strengthening trade and defence ties, marking the first such high-level trip in 19 years.

The National|August 20, 2026
Syrian Foreign Minister Denies Plans for Permanent Turkish Military Base at Abu al-Duhur Airbase

Syrian Foreign Minister Denies Plans for Permanent Turkish Military Base at Abu al-Duhur Airbase

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has denied plans to set up a permanent Turkish military base at the Abu al-Duhur airbase following recent Israeli air strikes, as tensions mount between Israel and Turkiye over operations in Syria.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Five Years On, the Taliban Forges Pragmatic Global Alliances Without Full Diplomatic Recognition

Five Years On, the Taliban Forges Pragmatic Global Alliances Without Full Diplomatic Recognition

Five years after returning to power, the Taliban has successfully expanded international trade, security, and diplomatic ties across the region despite lacking formal global recognition.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Leaked Pentagon Documents Reveal Questionnaire Testing NATO Allies on Political Loyalty and US Alignment

Leaked Pentagon Documents Reveal Questionnaire Testing NATO Allies on Political Loyalty and US Alignment

Newly revealed documents show the Pentagon questioning NATO allies on their political loyalty, military base access, and alignment with US foreign policy priorities under President Donald Trump.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Lebanon Extradites Former Syrian General to Damascus Following Arrest Warrant

Lebanon Extradites Former Syrian General to Damascus Following Arrest Warrant

Lebanon has extradited former Syrian Major-General Adel Issa to Damascus to face charges of murder and torture following an official arrest warrant.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Hind Rajab’s Grandmother Declares Lack of Trust in the Israeli Judiciary

Hind Rajab’s Grandmother Declares Lack of Trust in the Israeli Judiciary

The grandmother of Hind Rajab has publicly stated that they do not trust the Israeli judiciary, accompanied by a brief video clip.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Nigeria's 2027 Election Kicks Off as President Bola Tinubu Faces High-Stakes Reform and Security Tests

Nigeria's 2027 Election Kicks Off as President Bola Tinubu Faces High-Stakes Reform and Security Tests

As Nigeria's election campaign begins, President Bola Tinubu faces intense pressure from voters struggling with severe economic hardship and widespread insecurity.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026
A Rising Wave of Emigration is Reshaping Israel's Future Amid Political Turmoil and Conflict

A Rising Wave of Emigration is Reshaping Israel's Future Amid Political Turmoil and Conflict

A rising wave of emigration is seeing thousands of educated and prosperous Israelis leave the country amid ongoing conflict, political polarization, and government policies.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026