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Cuba Confirms No Ongoing Talks With US Amid Severe Economic Pressures and Energy CrisisPolitics

Cuba Confirms No Ongoing Talks With US Amid Severe Economic Pressures and Energy Crisis

Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez announced that there are no current negotiations with the United States as the decades-long embargo and worsening energy crisis continue to devastate the island's economy.

Al Jazeera English|September 7, 2026|1
Iraq Prepares for Sovereignty and Security Test as US-Led Coalition Exit LoomsPolitics

Iraq Prepares for Sovereignty and Security Test as US-Led Coalition Exit Looms

The US-led military coalition is set to conclude its mission in Iraq by September 30, initiating a major sovereignty test for Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi amid domestic security challenges and regional tensions.

Al Jazeera English|September 7, 2026|1
Costa Rica's President Argues United States Ground Forces Would Enhance National SecurityPolitics

Costa Rica's President Argues United States Ground Forces Would Enhance National Security

Costa Rica's president states that United States ground forces would help strengthen the nation's security.

Al Jazeera English|September 5, 2026|1
Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Expresses Openness to US Military Operations Amid Rising Security ConcernsPolitics

Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Expresses Openness to US Military Operations Amid Rising Security Concerns

Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez stated that US military operations could benefit national security in the fight against transnational crime, provided they receive legislative approval.

Al Jazeera English|September 4, 2026
South Korea Weighs Military Options and Contributions in the Strait of Hormuz Amid US PressurePolitics

South Korea Weighs Military Options and Contributions in the Strait of Hormuz Amid US Pressure

South Korea is considering various military contributions and options to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz amidst pressure from the United States and concerns over oil supplies.

Al Jazeera English|September 4, 2026|1
Nepal Demands Climate Compensation From Major Polluters Following Flash Flood DisasterEconomy

Nepal Demands Climate Compensation From Major Polluters Following Flash Flood Disaster

Nepal's foreign minister argues that major polluters like China, the United States, and India must compensate the nation for recent flash flood disasters caused by a climate crisis it did not create.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Strait of Hormuz Disconnect: Why US Claims on Oil Shipping Differ From Real-World DataEconomy

Strait of Hormuz Disconnect: Why US Claims on Oil Shipping Differ From Real-World Data

A stark discrepancy exists between US claims of record-high shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and marine tracking data showing significantly fewer vessels transiting the waterway.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Netherlands Transfers Billions in Gold Reserves Out of North America Amid Global TensionsEconomy

Netherlands Transfers Billions in Gold Reserves Out of North America Amid Global Tensions

The Netherlands has transferred billions of dollars in gold reserves from the US and Canada to the UK in a strategic move to enhance crisis preparedness amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Qatar Condemns Renewed Iranian Attacks on Kuwait and Demands Immediate De-escalationPolitics

Qatar Condemns Renewed Iranian Attacks on Kuwait and Demands Immediate De-escalation

Qatar strongly condemned renewed Iranian attacks on Kuwait, warning that the military escalation threatens regional stability and undermines diplomatic efforts.

Doha News|September 3, 2026|1
Trump Threatens Further Strikes as Iran Death Toll Rises to 18Politics

Trump Threatens Further Strikes as Iran Death Toll Rises to 18

US President Donald Trump has threatened further military action against Iran, warning that Washington can strike at any time as the death toll from recent attacks rises to 18.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026
US and Iran Exchange Devastating Strikes as Regional War Fears IntensifyBreaking News

US and Iran Exchange Devastating Strikes as Regional War Fears Intensify

The US and Iran have traded major military strikes, raising fears of a wider regional conflict as Washington targets the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran retaliates across neighboring countries.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
Iran Claims US Airstrike on Wedding Party in Sirik Results in Five DeathsBreaking News

Iran Claims US Airstrike on Wedding Party in Sirik Results in Five Deaths

Iran has accused the United States of launching an airstrike on a wedding celebration in Sirik, leaving at least five people dead and dozens injured amid escalating regional conflicts.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026|1
Iran Demands US Honor MoU Commitments as Regional Tensions FlarePolitics

Iran Demands US Honor MoU Commitments as Regional Tensions Flare

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated at an SCO summit that Iran is ready to return to a June interim agreement if the United States honors its original commitments under the MoU.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Deep Divisions Within the Iranian Diaspora Over the US-Israel ConflictPolitics

Deep Divisions Within the Iranian Diaspora Over the US-Israel Conflict

The military conflict involving the US and Israel has deeply fractured the Iranian diaspora, leaving individuals sharply divided over whether to support the foreign intervention or oppose the war.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Oil Prices Surge Past $91 as US and Iranian Strikes Spark Fears of Middle East EscalationEconomy

Oil Prices Surge Past $91 as US and Iranian Strikes Spark Fears of Middle East Escalation

Oil prices climbed past $91 a barrel as fresh military exchanges between the United States and Iran in the Middle East heightened fears of a prolonged escalation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Examining US Political Fortunes and Economic Warfare Ahead of the November 3 Local ElectionsPolitics

Examining US Political Fortunes and Economic Warfare Ahead of the November 3 Local Elections

Host Steve Clemons discusses the upcoming November 3 local elections with Niall Stanage and Irie Sentner, focusing on party fortunes, the US-Iran economic conflict, and voter concerns.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
UAE Intercepts Iranian Drone Amid Renewed US-Iran ConflictPolitics

UAE Intercepts Iranian Drone Amid Renewed US-Iran Conflict

The United Arab Emirates intercepted an Iranian drone over its waters and denied airbase attacks following a renewed exchange of hostilities between the US and Iran.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
US Targets Banque Misr UAE Operations Over Alleged Iran Ties in New Sanctions PushEconomy

US Targets Banque Misr UAE Operations Over Alleged Iran Ties in New Sanctions Push

The United States has moved to cut off the UAE operations of Egypt's Banque Misr from the US financial system over alleged business dealings with the Iranian government, prompting reviews and investigations by banking authorities.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026|1
Venezuela Defends Sovereignty Following Historic $200B US Oil DealEconomy

Venezuela Defends Sovereignty Following Historic $200B US Oil Deal

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, insists the country maintains its sovereignty despite a major 25-year oil deal with the US that could generate over $200bn annually.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026|1
China Vows to Defend Its Interests as US Expands Iran Sanctions and Economic PressureEconomy

China Vows to Defend Its Interests as US Expands Iran Sanctions and Economic Pressure

China has vowed to safeguard its national interests after the United States unveiled new sanctions targeting its economic partner Iran. Beijing rejected Washington's unilateral pressure campaign, warning of strong resistance against any measures affecting Chinese companies.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1