Al Jazeera News Updates

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Mar 30, 2026 • 3min

Syrian president in Germany, Russia delivers oil to Cuba

Quick headlines cover Iranian-linked strikes in the Gulf and rising casualties in Kuwait. A first official Syrian visit to Germany focuses on refugees, reconstruction and investment. Russia's oil delivery to Cuba and reactions from the US draw attention. Leadership shifts in Myanmar and deadly clashes in Sudan's South Kordofan are also highlighted.
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Mar 30, 2026 • 3min

Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, UNIFIL peacekeeper killed in Lebanon

Quick rundown of regional tensions, including US and Iranian military strikes and Iran's continued attacks on Israel. Discussion of Pakistan offering to host US–Iran talks and shifting diplomatic moves. Coverage of Israel passing a massive state budget amid security alarms. Report on a UNIFIL peacekeeper killed in Lebanon and widening Israeli operations near the border.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 3min

Iranian attacks across the Gulf, War on Iran fallout in Africa

Spokesperson for the Iranian government, speaking for Tehran and outlining its conditions for ending the conflict. Discussion covers Iran’s demands on sanctions, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and war compensation. Other highlights include regional strikes across the Gulf and the wider fallout affecting fuel supplies in Africa.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 3min

Iran's conditions to end war, Funeral for Lebanese journalists killed by Israeli strike

An Iranian government spokesperson, speaking as an official representative, outlines Iran's conditions for ending the war, including demands on reparations, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and lifting sanctions. The conversation also covers recent deadly strikes in Iran and the funeral for Lebanese journalists killed in an airstrike. Short, urgent, and focused updates on regional tensions.
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Mar 29, 2026 • 3min

Iran threatens US universities, Attacks across Iraq

Reports on regional crisis talks between Iran and Pakistan and planned Islamabad-hosted meetings. Coverage of intercepted strikes, air raid sirens and intensified rocket fire from Lebanon. Accounts of evacuations displacing over a million people and widespread damage from strikes across Gulf states. Multiple strikes reported in Iraq affecting armed groups and regional officials.
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Mar 28, 2026 • 2min

Yemen's Houthis confirm an attack on Israel, 15 US troops injured in Saudi Arabia

Rapid-fire headlines cover a confirmed Houthi strike on Israel and injuries to US troops in Saudi Arabia. Coverage includes Ukraine’s new security talks in the Gulf and a UN demand for a full probe into a deadly school strike. The show wraps with program promos and calls for listener feedback.
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Mar 28, 2026 • 3min

Houthis join Iran war, Wave of missiles target Tel Aviv

Coverage of coordinated missile and drone strikes linked to Iran and the Houthis. Reports of interceptions above Tel Aviv and civilian damage. Strikes and fires reported in Tehran and Isfahan. Regional spillover includes debris fires in Gulf cities and damage at ports. U.S. service members injured in a strike at a Saudi base. Background on the Houthi movement and its role in the conflict.
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Mar 28, 2026 • 3min

Missile attacks target Israel, Rubio says no ground troops needed

Breaking reports on missiles and drone strikes across Israel, Iran, Yemen and Lebanon. Coverage of interceptions over Tel Aviv and strikes in Tehran and Isfahan. Discussion of US political claims about avoiding ground troops while targeting military assets. Forced evacuations expand in southern Lebanon, affecting large areas and refugee concerns.
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Mar 28, 2026 • 3min

Assassination plot against US Palestinian activist, Ukrainian armed forces in Gulf

Brief updates on regional strikes and accusations that complicate diplomatic efforts. Large-scale evacuations and humanitarian displacement in southern Lebanon are highlighted. A foiled plot targeting a US Palestinian activist and legal actions are reported. Ukrainian combat experience is noted as being shared with partners in the Middle East.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 3min

Wave of strikes against Iran, Forced displacement orders in Lebanon

Rapid-fire coverage of a new wave of strikes targeting Iran and worries about oil prices as Brent crude climbs above $110. Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and risks to global gas supplies get attention. Reports on LNG disruptions from a cyclone in Western Australia add to the supply shock narrative.

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