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Tuesday, 31 March 2026 ¡ Global Edition ¡ Updated 23:25 CST
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One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Even if conflict is 'short but intense', countries like Sudan, Yemen, Lebanon will see major increases in poverty rates.

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Major explosion at Russian petrochemical plant

A massive explosion occurred at a major petrochemical plant in Russia, killing at least two people and injuring dozens.

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Foreign journalist kidnapped in Iraq: Interior Ministry

This is a breaking news story.

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Why Iran believes it can outlast the US

Iran is preparing for deeper US escalation while insisting it’s winning. Can this war end before it widens?

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Qatar says ‘ready to help’ with US-Iran negotiations

Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari says Qatar is “ready to help” with US-Iran negotiations.

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UK accused of ‘intimidation tactics’ against bailed pro-Palestine activists

In the space of a week, two young women linked to Palestine Action have been arrested in the UK.

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UN aid chief warns of new Israeli occupation in southern Lebanon

As Israel expands Lebanon invasion, Tom Fletcher asks how world will prepare for 'new addition' to occupied territory.

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LIVE: Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Italy – World Cup 2026 qualifying final

Follow our live build-up with full team news coverage before our text commentary stream of the FIFA decider.

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One of the first people known to change their gender was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh

NPR art director and illustrator Jackie Lay tells the story of Hatshepsut, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest pharaohs in Egypt's history — but whose legacy was erased for over 3,000 years.

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Trump attacks NATO allies as pressure mounts over Strait of Hormuz

Al Jazeera’s Alan Fisher explains what Trump’s latest criticism of US allies means.

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Qatar says Iran’s attacks on neighbours crossed ‘many red lines’

Iranian attacks on Qatar are having a 'catastrophic effect on the relationship between the two countries', Doha says.

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Cuba crisis explained: Who holds power, and could Diaz-Canel be replaced?

As Cuba faces one of the worst humanitarian crises in its history, questions have emerged about the island's leadership.

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LIVE: Bosnia vs Italy – World Cup 2026 qualifying final

Follow our live build-up with full team news coverage before our text commentary stream of the FIFA decider.

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Venezuela’s ‘Chavismo’ movement faces a crossroads after US attack

Hugo Chavez founded a movement opposed to US intervention. How have his supporters adapted to new US-Venezuela ties?

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The attack on the right to protest in the UK is not just about Palestine

Patterns of politicised policing uncovered in a recent trial of pro-Palestinian activists should worry us all.

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