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Spain Proposes Eviction Ban Until 2030 After Outcry Over Elderly Woman's Forced Removal

Spain Proposes Eviction Ban Until 2030 After Outcry Over Elderly Woman's Forced Removal

Spain's government has announced measures to ban evictions until 2030 following widespread public outrage over the forced removal of an 87-year-old woman in Madrid.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
Inside the Battle Over Palestinian Education and Curricula in East Jerusalem

Inside the Battle Over Palestinian Education and Curricula in East Jerusalem

A growing number of Palestinian students in occupied East Jerusalem are studying Israeli-imposed curricula, sparking concerns over the erasure of Palestinian history and national identity.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026
Seeking Legitimacy at the UN: Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Steps Onto the Global Stage

Seeking Legitimacy at the UN: Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Steps Onto the Global Stage

Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez visits the UN General Assembly to seek international legitimacy and strengthen ties with Washington, navigating a complex landscape of foreign diplomacy and domestic political survival.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026
Qatar’s Prime Minister Declares Benjamin Netanyahu a War Criminal in Piers Morgan Interview

Qatar’s Prime Minister Declares Benjamin Netanyahu a War Criminal in Piers Morgan Interview

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani labeled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a war criminal during an interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored, calling for accountability in Gaza.

Doha News|September 30, 2026
Emergency Flight Diverts Israelis to Saudi Arabia Amid Ongoing Regional Tensions

Emergency Flight Diverts Israelis to Saudi Arabia Amid Ongoing Regional Tensions

An emergency landing of an Israel-bound flight in Saudi Arabia brings a rare group of Israeli travelers to a kingdom with which they have no diplomatic ties.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026|1
New Intelligence Reports on October 7 Warnings Threaten Netanyahu's Election Campaign

New Intelligence Reports on October 7 Warnings Threaten Netanyahu's Election Campaign

New reports suggesting Benjamin Netanyahu received advanced warnings of the October 7 attacks from regional leaders continue to impact his upcoming election campaign, despite his firm denials.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
Unpacking the Causes Behind Violent Student Protests Across France

Unpacking the Causes Behind Violent Student Protests Across France

A wave of student protests over overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, and lengthy school days has turned violent across France, coinciding with nationwide public sector strikes.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
Iraqi Government Advances Controversial PMF Law Amid US Withdrawal Concerns

Iraqi Government Advances Controversial PMF Law Amid US Withdrawal Concerns

Iraq has approved a controversial law to formalise the Popular Mobilisation Forces, drawing criticism from Washington over concerns of growing Iranian influence as US troops conclude their mission.

The National|September 30, 2026|1
French Political Opposition Slams Macron's Decision to Deploy Troops and Defense Systems to Saudi Arabia

French Political Opposition Slams Macron's Decision to Deploy Troops and Defense Systems to Saudi Arabia

President Emmanuel Macron's decision to deploy military support and defense systems to Saudi Arabia has drawn sharp criticism from French political figures ahead of upcoming presidential elections.

The National|September 30, 2026|1
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Directs Interior Ministry to Streamline Private Vehicle Licensing and Lower Costs

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi Directs Interior Ministry to Streamline Private Vehicle Licensing and Lower Costs

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ordered the Interior Ministry to improve private vehicle licensing services, streamline procedures, and rationalize costs for citizens.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026|1
From Russian Occupied Camps to the Frontlines: A Ukrainian Orphan's Fight for Survival

From Russian Occupied Camps to the Frontlines: A Ukrainian Orphan's Fight for Survival

A 22-year-old Ukrainian orphan who was coerced into filming pro-Russian propaganda videos after being relocated to occupied Crimea has successfully returned to Ukraine to fight as a drone pilot.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
Egypt Demands Greater Nile Water Share Amid Mounting Tensions With Ethiopia

Egypt Demands Greater Nile Water Share Amid Mounting Tensions With Ethiopia

Egyptian officials have stated the country needs to double its Nile water share amid escalating tensions with Ethiopia over regional dams and cross-border accusations.

The National|September 30, 2026|1
Syrian Forces Arrest Hezbollah-Linked Cell and Seize Rocket Launchers Near Southern Border

Syrian Forces Arrest Hezbollah-Linked Cell and Seize Rocket Launchers Near Southern Border

Syrian security forces arrested a three-man cell linked to Hezbollah and dismantled their rocket launchers in the Yarmouk river basin. The operation comes amid ongoing regional tensions and diplomatic efforts involving Israel and the US.

The National|September 30, 2026|1
UK Prime Minister Burnham Announces Sweeping Public Services Overhaul

UK Prime Minister Burnham Announces Sweeping Public Services Overhaul

UK's PM Burnham has outlined new plans aimed at reshaping public services, featured in a video detailing the strategy.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|3
Iraq Reclaims Sovereignty as US Troops Depart, Raising New Internal Power Struggles

Iraq Reclaims Sovereignty as US Troops Depart, Raising New Internal Power Struggles

As foreign troops depart from Iraq, the nation faces complex internal security challenges, the lingering threat of ISIS, and managing its delicate relationships with both the US and Iran.

The National|September 30, 2026|1
South Korea Demands North Korea Apologize for DMZ Landmine Blasts That Injured Soldiers

South Korea Demands North Korea Apologize for DMZ Landmine Blasts That Injured Soldiers

South Korea has demanded an apology from North Korea after landmine explosions in the DMZ injured three soldiers, while Pyongyang strongly denied planting the mines.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1
Egyptian Foreign Ministry Secures Safe Return of Detained Doctor from the Maldives

Egyptian Foreign Ministry Secures Safe Return of Detained Doctor from the Maldives

The Egyptian Foreign Ministry successfully secured the release and return of Egyptian doctor Peter Semaan Marzouk after he was detained in the Maldives.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026|1
Palestinian Family's Return Home Shattered by Settler Attack as Netanyahu Minimizes Violence

Palestinian Family's Return Home Shattered by Settler Attack as Netanyahu Minimizes Violence

A Palestinian family returning to their West Bank home was attacked by over 100 Israeli settlers who set the house on fire. While Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed a handful of rioters, political opponents and international observers condemned the ongoing violence.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026|1
King Mohammed VI Appoints Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri as Morocco's First Woman Prime Minister Following Election Victory

King Mohammed VI Appoints Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri as Morocco's First Woman Prime Minister Following Election Victory

King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri as Morocco's first female prime minister after her party won the September 23 parliamentary election.

Egypt Independent|September 30, 2026|2
Critical Crisis at Roumieh Prison as Lebanese Inmates Refuse Food and Water for 18 Days

Critical Crisis at Roumieh Prison as Lebanese Inmates Refuse Food and Water for 18 Days

Approximately 400 inmates at Roumieh prison in Lebanon have been on a hunger strike for over two weeks following the suspension of a general amnesty law, leading to a severe medical crisis.

Al Jazeera English|September 30, 2026|1