The European Union has again failed to agree on suspending its association agreement with Israel despite mounting pressure.
The deal provides extensive free trade and cooperation, but critics argue Israel may be breaching its human rights clause.
In 2025, the European Commission said there were indications of violations linked to civilian deaths in Gaza and restrictions on aid.
Spain and others pushed to uphold Article 2, urging action to defend international law, but failed to secure a majority.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected claims the bloc is losing credibility.
More than one million citizens, along with UN experts and former diplomats, have called for suspending the agreement.
Key states including Germany and Italy opted to keep the pact, fuelling frustration over the EU’s inaction.
Al Jazeera’s Step Vaessen reports from Luxembourg.
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The European Union has again failed to agree on suspending its association agreement with Israel despite mounting pressure.
The deal provides extensive free trade and cooperation, but critics argue Israel may be breaching its human rights clause.
In 2025, the European Commission said there were indications of violations linked to civilian deaths in Gaza and restrictions on aid.
Spain and others pushed to uphold Article 2, urging action to defend international law, but failed to secure a majority.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected claims the bloc is losing credibility.
More than one million citizens, along with UN experts and former diplomats, have called for suspending the agreement.
Key states including Germany and Italy opted to keep the pact, fuelling frustration over the EU’s inaction.
Al Jazeera’s Step Vaessen reports from Luxembourg.
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Mark Kimmett, a retired US Army general and former Assistant Secretary of State for Political and Military Affairs, joins Al Jazeera live from the studio. He says the ceasefire extension is expected as both sides want to avoid war, but real progress is limited, warning talks may lead to a prolonged “frozen conflict” rather than a resolution.
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Mark Kimmett, a retired US Army general and former Assistant Secretary of State for Political and Military Affairs, joins Al Jazeera live from the studio. He says the ceasefire extension is expected as both sides want to avoid war, but real progress is limited, warning talks may lead to a prolonged “frozen conflict” rather than a resolution.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says the Druzhba pipeline is ready to resume operations after being damaged earlier this year. The pipeline, which carries Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, was halted in January following a strike blamed on Russia.
The announcement comes ahead of a crucial meeting of European Union foreign ministers, who are expected to discuss unlocking a $106bn financial package for Ukraine.
Officials say momentum is building after Viktor Orbán — previously seen as pro-Russian — was voted out, raising hopes Hungary may lift its veto.
Meanwhile, Russia says a fire continues to burn at the Port of Tuapse more than a day after a Ukrainian drone strike. The port, a major hub for oil exports, has seen significant damage to infrastructure and storage facilities, with at least one fatality reported.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky says the Druzhba pipeline is ready to resume operations after being damaged earlier this year. The pipeline, which carries Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, was halted in January following a strike blamed on Russia.
The announcement comes ahead of a crucial meeting of European Union foreign ministers, who are expected to discuss unlocking a $106bn financial package for Ukraine.
Officials say momentum is building after Viktor Orbán — previously seen as pro-Russian — was voted out, raising hopes Hungary may lift its veto.
Meanwhile, Russia says a fire continues to burn at the Port of Tuapse more than a day after a Ukrainian drone strike. The port, a major hub for oil exports, has seen significant damage to infrastructure and storage facilities, with at least one fatality reported.
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In a social media post, President Trump announced an extension of the ceasefire in the war on Iran, but with the US blockade still in place. Al Jazeera’s Alan Fisher says there are signs of movement as Trump shifts towards discussing a ‘unified proposal’.
A senior UK official has told a parliamentary committee he felt pressured to fast-track the appointment of Peter Mandelson as British ambassador to Washington. Former Foreign Office chief Olly Robbins said the process was rushed, raising concerns over transparency and due diligence.
Al Jazeera’s Jonah Hull reports from London.
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A senior UK official has told a parliamentary committee he felt pressured to fast-track the appointment of Peter Mandelson as British ambassador to Washington. Former Foreign Office chief Olly Robbins said the process was rushed, raising concerns over transparency and due diligence.
Al Jazeera’s Jonah Hull reports from London.
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Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam says his government is not seeking confrontation with Hezbollah, but will not be intimidated as it holds direct talks with Israel. Speaking alongside France's Macron, Salam said he needs international support for peace negotiations to succeed.
Barely an hour after Donald Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran via a social media post, he spoke to college athletes at the White House. The US president made no mention of Iran but told NCAA champions that he knows 'what it is to win in life'.
Iran has set a key precondition for entering talks, insisting that the blockade on its ports must be lifted before any negotiations can begin. Officials accuse the United States of violating the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian vessel, escalating tensions just hours before the truce deadline.
Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashim reports from Tehran, where defiant messages continue from senior leaders and military officials, signaling readiness for confrontation while warning regional countries against supporting any potential attacks. Iran maintains it can defend its interests and counter pressure, emphasizing that ongoing restrictions amount to an act of war.
Despite rising tensions, US President Donald Trump has announced an extension of the ceasefire without specifying a timeline, keeping a fragile pause in fighting.
Al Jazeera’s Chief US correspondent Alan Fisher reports from Washington, DC, saying the extension comes at the last moment, leaving key questions about who Washington has been engaging with in Tehran and whether there is real progress toward a deal.
Meanwhile, Jason Campbell, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, says the tone of Washington’s messaging suggests an attempt to portray Iran as divided, while shifting pressure onto Tehran to present a unified proposal for future talks.
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Iran has set a key precondition for entering talks, insisting that the blockade on its ports must be lifted before any negotiations can begin. Officials accuse the United States of violating the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian vessel, escalating tensions just hours before the truce deadline.
Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashim reports from Tehran, where defiant messages continue from senior leaders and military officials, signaling readiness for confrontation while warning regional countries against supporting any potential attacks. Iran maintains it can defend its interests and counter pressure, emphasizing that ongoing restrictions amount to an act of war.
Despite rising tensions, US President Donald Trump has announced an extension of the ceasefire without specifying a timeline, keeping a fragile pause in fighting.
Al Jazeera’s Chief US correspondent Alan Fisher reports from Washington, DC, saying the extension comes at the last moment, leaving key questions about who Washington has been engaging with in Tehran and whether there is real progress toward a deal.
Meanwhile, Jason Campbell, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, says the tone of Washington’s messaging suggests an attempt to portray Iran as divided, while shifting pressure onto Tehran to present a unified proposal for future talks.
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Pakistan is making last-ditch diplomatic efforts to salvage talks between the United States and Iran as a ceasefire deadline rapidly approaches. Officials say both civilian and military leadership are actively engaging with all sides, urging them to maintain the fragile truce announced two weeks ago.
Al Jazeera’s Osama bin Javaid reports from Islamabad, with Kimberly Harkett reporting from Washington, DC.
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Pakistan is making last-ditch diplomatic efforts to salvage talks between the United States and Iran as a ceasefire deadline rapidly approaches. Officials say both civilian and military leadership are actively engaging with all sides, urging them to maintain the fragile truce announced two weeks ago.
Al Jazeera’s Osama bin Javaid reports from Islamabad, with Kimberly Harkett reporting from Washington, DC.
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In this episode of This is America, hosted by Cyril Vanier, Al Jazeera asks a critical question: who is really calling the shots in Iran – and is the US even talking to the right people as it tries to end the US‑Israel war on Iran?
From Washington, Vanier sets the scene seven weeks into the conflict. The Iranian state has not collapsed; instead, a new generation of Revolutionary Guard commanders is driving a harder bargain. While Iranian diplomats turn up for talks, the IRGC signals it is ready to maximise economic pain by threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for global oil supplies.
Heidi Zhou‑Castro explains how the US president boasts of having killed so many senior Iranian leaders that “there’s nobody to talk to” – yet that same decapitation strategy may have removed interlocutors Washington now needs. She also tracks how US media moved from briefly hailing progress to warning that peace talks are “in doubt” after mixed messages from Tehran and renewed IRGC attacks on tankers.
Mike Hanna, reporting live from the White House, shows how the president’s victory narrative clashes with confusion inside his own team. Officials insist the US has already “won” the war and destroyed Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, yet even basic details such as when the ceasefire ends seem to shift with the president’s changing statements, complicating diplomacy and planning.
On the ground and online, Alex Baird highlights how one weekend seemed to offer a breakthrough: the Strait of Hormuz “completely open”, according to the US president and Iran’s foreign minister, Abas Araghchi. Within hours, the IRGC opened fire on a commercial tanker, fuelling the perception of “two Irans” – civilian leaders talking compromise and the Guard corps ready to torpedo any deal if it undermines their power.
Manuel Rapalo steps back to examine the deep trust deficit. He traces Iran’s secret nuclear work, the 2015 JCPOA, the US withdrawal from that deal, Iran’s subsequent uranium enrichment and its backing for regional allies. Both sides now assume they will be lied to, bombed or otherwise deceived, making verifiable constraints and enforcement mechanisms far more important than political promises.
In the studio, former US Ambassador to Bahrain William Roebuck and former US policy planner Jon Alterman assess how far US pressure has really gone in reshaping Iran’s choices. They argue that despite leadership losses, Iran’s system is designed with redundancy: new figures step in, the IRGC tightens its grip and the state remains capable of calibrated retaliation and tough negotiation. They also question whether the US president is seeking a realistic agreement or an Iranian capitulation that looks increasingly out of reach.
As US and Iranian teams meet under a fragile ceasefire, This is America asks whether Washington can secure a meaningful deal when it is unclear who truly speaks for Iran – and whether the US president’s claims of total victory can survive the messy, contested reality of war, deterrence and divided power in Tehran, analysis.
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In this episode of This is America, hosted by Cyril Vanier, Al Jazeera asks a critical question: who is really calling the shots in Iran – and is the US even talking to the right people as it tries to end the US‑Israel war on Iran?
From Washington, Vanier sets the scene seven weeks into the conflict. The Iranian state has not collapsed; instead, a new generation of Revolutionary Guard commanders is driving a harder bargain. While Iranian diplomats turn up for talks, the IRGC signals it is ready to maximise economic pain by threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for global oil supplies.
Heidi Zhou‑Castro explains how the US president boasts of having killed so many senior Iranian leaders that “there’s nobody to talk to” – yet that same decapitation strategy may have removed interlocutors Washington now needs. She also tracks how US media moved from briefly hailing progress to warning that peace talks are “in doubt” after mixed messages from Tehran and renewed IRGC attacks on tankers.
Mike Hanna, reporting live from the White House, shows how the president’s victory narrative clashes with confusion inside his own team. Officials insist the US has already “won” the war and destroyed Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, yet even basic details such as when the ceasefire ends seem to shift with the president’s changing statements, complicating diplomacy and planning.
On the ground and online, Alex Baird highlights how one weekend seemed to offer a breakthrough: the Strait of Hormuz “completely open”, according to the US president and Iran’s foreign minister, Abas Araghchi. Within hours, the IRGC opened fire on a commercial tanker, fuelling the perception of “two Irans” – civilian leaders talking compromise and the Guard corps ready to torpedo any deal if it undermines their power.
Manuel Rapalo steps back to examine the deep trust deficit. He traces Iran’s secret nuclear work, the 2015 JCPOA, the US withdrawal from that deal, Iran’s subsequent uranium enrichment and its backing for regional allies. Both sides now assume they will be lied to, bombed or otherwise deceived, making verifiable constraints and enforcement mechanisms far more important than political promises.
In the studio, former US Ambassador to Bahrain William Roebuck and former US policy planner Jon Alterman assess how far US pressure has really gone in reshaping Iran’s choices. They argue that despite leadership losses, Iran’s system is designed with redundancy: new figures step in, the IRGC tightens its grip and the state remains capable of calibrated retaliation and tough negotiation. They also question whether the US president is seeking a realistic agreement or an Iranian capitulation that looks increasingly out of reach.
As US and Iranian teams meet under a fragile ceasefire, This is America asks whether Washington can secure a meaningful deal when it is unclear who truly speaks for Iran – and whether the US president’s claims of total victory can survive the messy, contested reality of war, deterrence and divided power in Tehran, analysis.
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With US withdrawal coinciding with Kurdish citizenship talks and military integration, is Syria entering a new political deal or deeper power struggle?
🎧 #TheTake's guest host, Kevin Hirten, hears from journalist, Natacha Danon, on our latest episode.
Avraham Zarbiv–a settler, soldier, rabbi, rabbinical judge, and school leader known for gleefully documenting his bulldozing of Gaza–was a torchbearer in Israel’s official “Independence Day” celebrations.
Dozens of Israeli soldiers were seen singing the Israeli national anthem on the ruins of a demolished town in southern Lebanon for ‘Memorial Day’. Israeli flags were also planted amidst destroyed buildings, as the military continues its invasion and occupation of the area.
Mark Kimmitt, a retired US general and former diplomat, tells Al Jazeera the current posturing by the United States and Iran is an old playbook.
“It’s a classic way of fighting your way to the negotiating table,” he said. “Both sides want to demonstrate that they’re capable of fighting and they’re willing to fight, but down deep both sides want to negotiate.”
Kimmitt predicted over the next few days, “We’re going to see who blinks first.”
“They may not want peace right now, and certainly they don’t want the terms that are being offered by both sides,” he added. “But my guess is that there will be an extension of the ceasefire.”
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Mark Kimmitt, a retired US general and former diplomat, tells Al Jazeera the current posturing by the United States and Iran is an old playbook.
“It’s a classic way of fighting your way to the negotiating table,” he said. “Both sides want to demonstrate that they’re capable of fighting and they’re willing to fight, but down deep both sides want to negotiate.”
Kimmitt predicted over the next few days, “We’re going to see who blinks first.”
“They may not want peace right now, and certainly they don’t want the terms that are being offered by both sides,” he added. “But my guess is that there will be an extension of the ceasefire.”
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A joint investigation by Al Jazeera and Liberty Investigates has found that 12 universities paid a private company, led by ex-military intelligence officials, to profile academics and scan social media use by students.
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has criticised his US counterpart Donald Trump, accusing him of “mental derangement” over the war with Iran and warning that his decisions are harming Americans while undermining global peace.
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In Somalia, three failed rainy seasons have destroyed livelihoods, forcing families to flee their homes.
Global economic shocks linked to the Iran war are driving up the cost of food and other essentials.
Al Jazeera’s Catherine Soi reports from Kismayo, southern Somalia.
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A warning that this report contains some distressing images.
In Somalia, three failed rainy seasons have destroyed livelihoods, forcing families to flee their homes.
Global economic shocks linked to the Iran war are driving up the cost of food and other essentials.
Al Jazeera’s Catherine Soi reports from Kismayo, southern Somalia.
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Brazil’s prisons are severely overcrowded, leaving many inmates with minimal space and few meaningful activities.
But a new reading initiative is working to change this.
It's offering prisoners a chance to engage their minds and reduce their sentences.
Al Jazeera’s Monica Yanakiew reports from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Brazil’s prisons are severely overcrowded, leaving many inmates with minimal space and few meaningful activities.
But a new reading initiative is working to change this.
It's offering prisoners a chance to engage their minds and reduce their sentences.
Al Jazeera’s Monica Yanakiew reports from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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A report by the UN and European Union estimates it will take 71 billion dollars to rebuild Gaza.
About a third of that is needed just to restore essential services destroyed by Israel's war.
So, how will Gaza be rebuilt and who will pay?
Presenter: Adrian Finighan
Guests:
Xavier Abu Eid -- political analyst and former Communications Director for the Palestine Liberation Organization
Sultan Barakat -- Professor of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University and a specialist in post-conflict reconstruction
Raja Khalidi -- Director General of the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute
Ahmed Muin Abu Amsha - music teacher living in Gaza
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A report by the UN and European Union estimates it will take 71 billion dollars to rebuild Gaza.
About a third of that is needed just to restore essential services destroyed by Israel's war.
So, how will Gaza be rebuilt and who will pay?
Presenter: Adrian Finighan
Guests:
Xavier Abu Eid -- political analyst and former Communications Director for the Palestine Liberation Organization
Sultan Barakat -- Professor of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University and a specialist in post-conflict reconstruction
Raja Khalidi -- Director General of the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute
Ahmed Muin Abu Amsha - music teacher living in Gaza
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Pope Leo XIV has been greeted by large crowds in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea, after arriving in the Central African nation for the final leg of his African tour.
Funerals are being in Gaza after Israeli attacks killed at least five people.
Mourners gathered in Khan Younis in the south of the strip, where three Palestinians were killed in an attack near a police checkpoint.
Further north, in Beit Lahiya, a Palestinian woman was killed by Israeli gunboat fire.
Gaza's health ministry says more than 780 Palestinians have been killed since the start of a ceasefire in October.
Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum has the latest from Gaza City, Palestine.
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Funerals are being in Gaza after Israeli attacks killed at least five people.
Mourners gathered in Khan Younis in the south of the strip, where three Palestinians were killed in an attack near a police checkpoint.
Further north, in Beit Lahiya, a Palestinian woman was killed by Israeli gunboat fire.
Gaza's health ministry says more than 780 Palestinians have been killed since the start of a ceasefire in October.
Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum has the latest from Gaza City, Palestine.
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A group of hikers were forced to flee as Guatemala’s Santiaguito Volcano erupted, throwing rocks into the air around them. Santiaguito is one of the world's most active volcanoes, featuring frequent, often daily, explosive eruptions and pyroclastic flows.
The United States has pulled its troops out of Syria, ending a decade-long presence. But the fight isn’t over. As power shifts on the ground, Kurdish forces, regional tensions, and fragile negotiations are reshaping the country’s future. What’s behind the decision, and what comes next?
In this episode:
- Natacha Danon, Journalist
Episode credits:
This episode was produced by David Enders, Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz and Tamara Khandakar.
Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer.
The United States has pulled its troops out of Syria, ending a decade-long presence. But the fight isn’t over. As power shifts on the ground, Kurdish forces, regional tensions, and fragile negotiations are reshaping the country’s future. What’s behind the decision, and what comes next?
In this episode:
- Natacha Danon, Journalist
Episode credits:
This episode was produced by David Enders, Marcos Bartolomé and Sarí el-Khalili with Catherine Nouhan, Tuleen Barakat, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz and Tamara Khandakar.
Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer.
Japan has approved scrapping most restrictions on overseas arms sales, paving the way for warships, tanks and missiles to be exported.
Tokyo says this will strengthen the country's defence and deter potential threats from regional powers.
But Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government emphasised the country will continue to uphold the principles of a peace-loving nation.
Currently, Japan has defence transfer agreements with 17 countries including the UAE, the US, and India.
Takuya Matsuda is an assistant professor at Aoyama Gakuin University in Tokyo.
He says the move positions Japan to strengthen its role as a regional power capable of managing any longer-term conflict.
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Japan has approved scrapping most restrictions on overseas arms sales, paving the way for warships, tanks and missiles to be exported.
Tokyo says this will strengthen the country's defence and deter potential threats from regional powers.
But Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government emphasised the country will continue to uphold the principles of a peace-loving nation.
Currently, Japan has defence transfer agreements with 17 countries including the UAE, the US, and India.
Takuya Matsuda is an assistant professor at Aoyama Gakuin University in Tokyo.
He says the move positions Japan to strengthen its role as a regional power capable of managing any longer-term conflict.
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The Department of War has released a video it says shows US forces boarding a sanctioned tanker in the Asia Pacific region as part of their efforts to disrupt vessels providing support to Iran.
As uncertainty persists over whether the Iran-US talks will go ahead in Islamabad, one analyst is urging caution.
“This is what they call the fog of war, except this is the fog of peace,” said Ahmed Helal, managing director for the Gulf region at the Asia Group. “No one knows who’s going to be there.”
Helal, speaking to Al Jazeera from Doha, said the tone from both sides remains deeply concerning. “I would put my money on things getting worse before they get better because the tone is increasingly bellicose from both sides.”
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As uncertainty persists over whether the Iran-US talks will go ahead in Islamabad, one analyst is urging caution.
“This is what they call the fog of war, except this is the fog of peace,” said Ahmed Helal, managing director for the Gulf region at the Asia Group. “No one knows who’s going to be there.”
Helal, speaking to Al Jazeera from Doha, said the tone from both sides remains deeply concerning. “I would put my money on things getting worse before they get better because the tone is increasingly bellicose from both sides.”
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US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the time to make a deal is running out. Trump says he does not want the ceasefire to be extended.
Speaking to US media, he suggested that US forces are “ready to go, militarily”.
Al Jazeera's Mike Hanna has more from the White House.
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US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the time to make a deal is running out. Trump says he does not want the ceasefire to be extended.
Speaking to US media, he suggested that US forces are “ready to go, militarily”.
Al Jazeera's Mike Hanna has more from the White House.
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Asian stock markets rallied on Tuesday despite uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks, with tech stocks driving gains across the region.
South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market hit record highs, fuelled by semiconductor demand and strong export data.
Japan's Nikkei also advanced as Tokyo announced its biggest overhaul of arms export rules in decades, ending longstanding restrictions on overseas weapons sales.
However, analysts warn that shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz could persist for months, even if Washington and Tehran reach an agreement in Islamabad.
Al Jazeera's Patrick Fok reports from Hong Kong.
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Asian stock markets rallied on Tuesday despite uncertainty over US-Iran peace talks, with tech stocks driving gains across the region.
South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market hit record highs, fuelled by semiconductor demand and strong export data.
Japan's Nikkei also advanced as Tokyo announced its biggest overhaul of arms export rules in decades, ending longstanding restrictions on overseas weapons sales.
However, analysts warn that shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz could persist for months, even if Washington and Tehran reach an agreement in Islamabad.
Al Jazeera's Patrick Fok reports from Hong Kong.
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In this episode of @DohaDebates podcast, host Mohamed Hassan is joined by Evgeny Morozov, James Brusseau, Elina Noor and Robert Wright to explore how AI is reshaping our politics, culture and collective thinking.
From corporate dependence and embedded ideological biases to the dangerous race between superpowers for AI dominance, the debate questions who really controls AI and what that means for the rest of the world
The views expressed in this episode are the guests’ own and do not necessarily reflect Al Jazeera’s editorial stance.
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In this episode of @DohaDebates podcast, host Mohamed Hassan is joined by Evgeny Morozov, James Brusseau, Elina Noor and Robert Wright to explore how AI is reshaping our politics, culture and collective thinking.
From corporate dependence and embedded ideological biases to the dangerous race between superpowers for AI dominance, the debate questions who really controls AI and what that means for the rest of the world
The views expressed in this episode are the guests’ own and do not necessarily reflect Al Jazeera’s editorial stance.
🎬 Watch the extended version on the Doha Debates YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/k9A6Y4yTz1U?si=nldOkW1YUfLXPxb5
Spain’s foreign minister has warned the EU risks losing credibility if it fails to apply the same principles to Israel’s “perpetual war” in the Middle East as it does to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He urged a unified stance, citing human rights clauses in the EU–Israel agreement and criticising ongoing violence in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon.
Israel's military continues to occupy towns and villages in southern Lebanon, while the temporary 10-day ceasefire, set to expire on Sunday, remains fragile. The United States is bringing together Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors for a second meeting on Thursday to discuss extending the truce. Negotiations face obstacles over differing agendas: Lebanon wants Israel to withdraw, while Israel demands Hezbollah's disarmament. Hezbollah has called on the Lebanese government not to engage in direct talks with Israel, arguing it should instead link with broader regional diplomacy involving Iran. Many displaced people remain reluctant to return home amid ongoing insecurity and Israeli demolitions.
Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr reports from Beirut.
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Israel's military continues to occupy towns and villages in southern Lebanon, while the temporary 10-day ceasefire, set to expire on Sunday, remains fragile. The United States is bringing together Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors for a second meeting on Thursday to discuss extending the truce. Negotiations face obstacles over differing agendas: Lebanon wants Israel to withdraw, while Israel demands Hezbollah's disarmament. Hezbollah has called on the Lebanese government not to engage in direct talks with Israel, arguing it should instead link with broader regional diplomacy involving Iran. Many displaced people remain reluctant to return home amid ongoing insecurity and Israeli demolitions.
Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr reports from Beirut.
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Uncertainty surrounds whether a second round of US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan’s capital can deliver anything. Tehran had signalled they would not be joining the US delegation while a naval blockade on Iranian ports remains in force.
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari held his weekly press briefing in Doha, announcing that the Amir had received Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif last Thursday and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s role in de-escalating tensions and promoting peace in the region.
Al-Ansari said Qatar is “supporting fully the efforts of our brothers in Pakistan” to mediate between the United States and Iran, noting ongoing contacts with all parties involved. He stressed that Qatar views mediation not as a “media show” but as an “effective role” aimed at advancing political solutions.
On the Strait of Hormuz, he warned that any disruption “will transfer this crisis to the international world,” affecting global energy markets as well as electricity and heating supplies. He said Qatar remains committed to its energy partners and can be “trusted very well throughout history.”
He confirmed continued direct contacts with Iran, including a recent call between the Prime Minister and the Iranian foreign minister, urging restraint and a return to peaceful dialogue.
On the ceasefire, al-Ansari said contingency plans are in place for Qatar’s national defence, with armed forces remaining on alert, while diplomatic efforts continue with all parties to extend the ceasefire or end hostilities.
He also condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reaffirming Qatar’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and unity, and said both sides participated seriously in the first round of talks in Islamabad, while noting that contradictory reports are being closely monitored with concern.
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Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari held his weekly press briefing in Doha, announcing that the Amir had received Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif last Thursday and expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s role in de-escalating tensions and promoting peace in the region.
Al-Ansari said Qatar is “supporting fully the efforts of our brothers in Pakistan” to mediate between the United States and Iran, noting ongoing contacts with all parties involved. He stressed that Qatar views mediation not as a “media show” but as an “effective role” aimed at advancing political solutions.
On the Strait of Hormuz, he warned that any disruption “will transfer this crisis to the international world,” affecting global energy markets as well as electricity and heating supplies. He said Qatar remains committed to its energy partners and can be “trusted very well throughout history.”
He confirmed continued direct contacts with Iran, including a recent call between the Prime Minister and the Iranian foreign minister, urging restraint and a return to peaceful dialogue.
On the ceasefire, al-Ansari said contingency plans are in place for Qatar’s national defence, with armed forces remaining on alert, while diplomatic efforts continue with all parties to extend the ceasefire or end hostilities.
He also condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon, reaffirming Qatar’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and unity, and said both sides participated seriously in the first round of talks in Islamabad, while noting that contradictory reports are being closely monitored with concern.
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For weeks, a US-Israel war on Iran pushed the Gulf to the brink. But the real battleground wasn’t in the air. It was the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow chokepoint, connecting the Gulf to global shipping routes, carries about 20 million barrels of oil a day, nearly a fifth of global supply, making it critical to the global economy, energy markets, and supply chains.
As tensions escalated, Iran did not fully close the strait. Instead, it reshaped it into a system of control, using drones, naval threats, and uncertainty to disrupt shipping. Traffic dropped, oil prices surged, and global trade slowed, affecting Asia, Europe, and beyond. Some vessels were allowed through, others blocked, and some reportedly paid transit fees, turning Hormuz into a strategic “toll system”.
US President Donald Trump responded with a naval blockade, escalating a geopolitical standoff, as ceasefire talks in Islamabad failed. The situation remains uncertain: Partial reopening, conditional access, and conflicting claims highlight a new reality.
This is no longer just about oil or war. The Strait of Hormuz has evolved from a threat into a playbook in which leverage, not firepower, shapes outcomes.
For weeks, a US-Israel war on Iran pushed the Gulf to the brink. But the real battleground wasn’t in the air. It was the Strait of Hormuz. This narrow chokepoint, connecting the Gulf to global shipping routes, carries about 20 million barrels of oil a day, nearly a fifth of global supply, making it critical to the global economy, energy markets, and supply chains.
As tensions escalated, Iran did not fully close the strait. Instead, it reshaped it into a system of control, using drones, naval threats, and uncertainty to disrupt shipping. Traffic dropped, oil prices surged, and global trade slowed, affecting Asia, Europe, and beyond. Some vessels were allowed through, others blocked, and some reportedly paid transit fees, turning Hormuz into a strategic “toll system”.
US President Donald Trump responded with a naval blockade, escalating a geopolitical standoff, as ceasefire talks in Islamabad failed. The situation remains uncertain: Partial reopening, conditional access, and conflicting claims highlight a new reality.
This is no longer just about oil or war. The Strait of Hormuz has evolved from a threat into a playbook in which leverage, not firepower, shapes outcomes.
In Gaza, Israel's ongoing war has inflicted severe and lasting damage on children, with around 1.1 million now requiring mental health care and other support, according to the UN.
Some children, affected by shock or injuries from attacks, have lost the ability to speak.
Five year old Jad Zohud stopped speaking after Israeli bombs struck near his home, while four year old Lucine Tamboura was left unable to speak after falling from a collapsed staircase damaged in a strike. Specialists warn that without proper care, these conditions could affect children's development for years, but therapists are working under mounting pressure with limited resources.
Al Jazeera's Ibrahim al-Khalili reports from northern Gaza.
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In Gaza, Israel's ongoing war has inflicted severe and lasting damage on children, with around 1.1 million now requiring mental health care and other support, according to the UN.
Some children, affected by shock or injuries from attacks, have lost the ability to speak.
Five year old Jad Zohud stopped speaking after Israeli bombs struck near his home, while four year old Lucine Tamboura was left unable to speak after falling from a collapsed staircase damaged in a strike. Specialists warn that without proper care, these conditions could affect children's development for years, but therapists are working under mounting pressure with limited resources.
Al Jazeera's Ibrahim al-Khalili reports from northern Gaza.
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Tens of thousands of Afghans have been displaced by recent fighting along the Pakistan border, forced into tents with little access to food, healthcare, or education. Pakistan says its strikes target armed groups attacking its territory, but displaced families now fear for their safety and are uncertain if they will ever return home.
As a second round of Israel–Lebanon talks is expected on Thursday, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has issued strong threats against Hezbollah, warning leader Naim Qasem he “will pay the price with his head,” while also cautioning the Lebanese government it will “pay a heavy price” if it fails to disarm the group.
Speaking during Israel’s Memorial Day commemorations, Katz said he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had instructed the army to continue operations in southern Lebanon against any threats, projecting a message of strength and defiance.
The remarks come as Israel faces domestic pressure and unpopularity after being compelled to observe ceasefires linked to President Donald Trump’s announcements on Iran and Lebanon.
While Israeli officials have insisted the two fronts remain separate, they are now seeking to rally support among communities in northern Israel.
At the same time, officials are viewing the upcoming Islamabad talks with scepticism, signalling expectations of failure and indicating readiness to resume strikes in both Iran and Lebanon.
Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim reports from Ramallah in the occupied West Bank.
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As a second round of Israel–Lebanon talks is expected on Thursday, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has issued strong threats against Hezbollah, warning leader Naim Qasem he “will pay the price with his head,” while also cautioning the Lebanese government it will “pay a heavy price” if it fails to disarm the group.
Speaking during Israel’s Memorial Day commemorations, Katz said he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had instructed the army to continue operations in southern Lebanon against any threats, projecting a message of strength and defiance.
The remarks come as Israel faces domestic pressure and unpopularity after being compelled to observe ceasefires linked to President Donald Trump’s announcements on Iran and Lebanon.
While Israeli officials have insisted the two fronts remain separate, they are now seeking to rally support among communities in northern Israel.
At the same time, officials are viewing the upcoming Islamabad talks with scepticism, signalling expectations of failure and indicating readiness to resume strikes in both Iran and Lebanon.
Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim reports from Ramallah in the occupied West Bank.
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3D-printed technology is being used to help Palestinian children who were injured in Israeli attacks on Gaza but their treatment is at risk due to Israeli restrictions on supplies and aid organisations.
As the two-week ceasefire deadline between Iran and the United States approaches, tensions remain high ahead of expected talks in Islamabad, despite indications both sides may still pursue diplomacy.
Mohamad Elmasry, professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, told Al Jazeera the situation is “very precarious”, saying Washington “miscalculated” by declaring victory after Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz instead of also de-escalating, making negotiations more difficult following the US seizure of an Iranian cargo ship.
He said neither side has an appetite for renewed war but both are seeking an “off ramp”, warning positions have hardened, with the IRGC gaining greater influence during wartime. Elmasry added Iran may compromise on some of its demands but “won’t surrender all of them”.
Nilofer Afridi Qazi, a public policy specialist, told Al Jazeera from Islamabad that Pakistan is working “25-7” to move the dialogue forward, with expectations both sides will attend a second round of talks.
Elmasry described Pakistan as a “perfect mediator” due to its ties with both sides, helping bridge a “fundamental lack of trust”.
Qazi said mixed messaging is not unique to Iran, pointing to multiple centres of power globally and highlighting the “elephant in the room” — Israel’s influence on US decision-making — which she warned could undermine the peace process.
Both guests said talks are likely, but cautioned progress will be difficult amid rising tensions, hardened positions and deep mistrust.
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As the two-week ceasefire deadline between Iran and the United States approaches, tensions remain high ahead of expected talks in Islamabad, despite indications both sides may still pursue diplomacy.
Mohamad Elmasry, professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, told Al Jazeera the situation is “very precarious”, saying Washington “miscalculated” by declaring victory after Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz instead of also de-escalating, making negotiations more difficult following the US seizure of an Iranian cargo ship.
He said neither side has an appetite for renewed war but both are seeking an “off ramp”, warning positions have hardened, with the IRGC gaining greater influence during wartime. Elmasry added Iran may compromise on some of its demands but “won’t surrender all of them”.
Nilofer Afridi Qazi, a public policy specialist, told Al Jazeera from Islamabad that Pakistan is working “25-7” to move the dialogue forward, with expectations both sides will attend a second round of talks.
Elmasry described Pakistan as a “perfect mediator” due to its ties with both sides, helping bridge a “fundamental lack of trust”.
Qazi said mixed messaging is not unique to Iran, pointing to multiple centres of power globally and highlighting the “elephant in the room” — Israel’s influence on US decision-making — which she warned could undermine the peace process.
Both guests said talks are likely, but cautioned progress will be difficult amid rising tensions, hardened positions and deep mistrust.
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Video shows two ultra-Orthodox Jews tearing down Israeli flags from streetlight poles in Beit Shemesh, drawing protests from passersby. Israeli media reports said two people were arrested over the incident.
Video captured the moment a tiger leapt over a barrier at a circus in Russia, causing panic in the audience. Trainers tried to regain control as the tiger roamed the seats, while attendees sat motionless or tried to flee. Russian media reports that no injuries were recorded.
Amnesty International’s Secretary General Agnes Callamard says ‘voracious predators’ like the US, Israel and Russia have waged war on civilians with impunity and destroyed the international order based on global human rights.
Voters in the U.S. state of Virginia are casting their final ballots on a key measure that could reshape federal congressional districts — and potentially shift the balance of power in Washington.
The proposed changes could give an advantage to the Democratic Party, possibly helping them secure a majority in the United States House of Representatives, where control currently hinges on just a handful of seats.
At the same time, other states are pursuing their own redistricting efforts, backed by a broader push from the White House, aimed at creating districts more favorable to the Republican Party.
The outcome in Virginia could play a decisive role in shaping the political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.
Al Jazeera's Rosiland Jordan has more from Alexandria, Virginia on what could change.
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Voters in the U.S. state of Virginia are casting their final ballots on a key measure that could reshape federal congressional districts — and potentially shift the balance of power in Washington.
The proposed changes could give an advantage to the Democratic Party, possibly helping them secure a majority in the United States House of Representatives, where control currently hinges on just a handful of seats.
At the same time, other states are pursuing their own redistricting efforts, backed by a broader push from the White House, aimed at creating districts more favorable to the Republican Party.
The outcome in Virginia could play a decisive role in shaping the political landscape ahead of upcoming elections.
Al Jazeera's Rosiland Jordan has more from Alexandria, Virginia on what could change.
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Thousands of families in Afghanistan have been forced into displacement camps following escalating clashes near the border with Pakistan.
In mountainous regions near the Kunar area, displaced civilians are now living in makeshift tents with limited access to food, healthcare, and education. Many say they fled after shelling hit their villages, destroying homes and schools.
Pakistan’s military says it carried out strikes targeting armed groups, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, which it claims operate from Afghan territory. However, Afghan authorities deny these accusations, further complicating tensions between the two countries.
According to the United Nations, nearly 60,000 people have been displaced in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan due to the recent fighting.
Al Jazeera's Assed Baig reports.
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Thousands of families in Afghanistan have been forced into displacement camps following escalating clashes near the border with Pakistan.
In mountainous regions near the Kunar area, displaced civilians are now living in makeshift tents with limited access to food, healthcare, and education. Many say they fled after shelling hit their villages, destroying homes and schools.
Pakistan’s military says it carried out strikes targeting armed groups, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, which it claims operate from Afghan territory. However, Afghan authorities deny these accusations, further complicating tensions between the two countries.
According to the United Nations, nearly 60,000 people have been displaced in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan due to the recent fighting.
Al Jazeera's Assed Baig reports.
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More than 3,300 people have been killed in Israeli-U.S. air strikes on Iran, with hospitals increasingly caught in the impact of the war.
New CCTV footage released by the Iranian Red Crescent Society reveals the dramatic moments medical staff rushed to evacuate patients as missiles struck nearby.
In one case, a newborn baby had to be moved into an ambulance moments after birth, while nurses placed several infants into fruit baskets to carry them to safety.
Al Jazeera's Laura Khan reports
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More than 3,300 people have been killed in Israeli-U.S. air strikes on Iran, with hospitals increasingly caught in the impact of the war.
New CCTV footage released by the Iranian Red Crescent Society reveals the dramatic moments medical staff rushed to evacuate patients as missiles struck nearby.
In one case, a newborn baby had to be moved into an ambulance moments after birth, while nurses placed several infants into fruit baskets to carry them to safety.
Al Jazeera's Laura Khan reports
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The UK prime minister is rejecting calls to resign, instead blaming the Foreign Office for allegedly withholding concerns about Peter Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Keir Starmer says he did not know Mandelson had failed the vetting process when he appointed him ambassador to the US.
Ukraine says it has carried out another major strike on a Russian oil refinery, targeting a key facility on the Black Sea coast.
The attack hit infrastructure near the Tuapse seaport—one of Russia’s critical export hubs—triggering a large fire and reportedly killing at least one person, with another injured.
Ukrainian military officials say the strike is part of a broader strategy to disrupt Moscow’s war funding by targeting energy exports. It marks the second attack on the same refinery within days, highlighting an intensified campaign against Russia’s oil infrastructure.
However, the strikes come amid growing international tension.
Some European allies have reportedly urged Volodymyr Zelenskyy to scale back attacks on Russian energy assets, fearing further escalation and economic fallout.
At the same time, the United States has extended a sanctions waiver allowing certain Russian oil shipments to continue until mid-May—creating a complex backdrop where military action and economic policy appear to diverge.
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Ukraine says it has carried out another major strike on a Russian oil refinery, targeting a key facility on the Black Sea coast.
The attack hit infrastructure near the Tuapse seaport—one of Russia’s critical export hubs—triggering a large fire and reportedly killing at least one person, with another injured.
Ukrainian military officials say the strike is part of a broader strategy to disrupt Moscow’s war funding by targeting energy exports. It marks the second attack on the same refinery within days, highlighting an intensified campaign against Russia’s oil infrastructure.
However, the strikes come amid growing international tension.
Some European allies have reportedly urged Volodymyr Zelenskyy to scale back attacks on Russian energy assets, fearing further escalation and economic fallout.
At the same time, the United States has extended a sanctions waiver allowing certain Russian oil shipments to continue until mid-May—creating a complex backdrop where military action and economic policy appear to diverge.
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Activists with the Global Sumud Flotilla have disrupted the MSC Maya, a cargo ship they believe was carrying materials used for Israeli weapons to the ports of Ashdod and Haifa. The vessel is operated by the Mediterranean Shipping Company, which Al Jazeera confirms has carried hundreds of shipments to and from illegal Israeli settlements.
A major new report by Amnesty International warns that the global human rights system is facing unprecedented collapse, describing the current moment as a “systemic breakdown.”
The report singles out key world leaders—including Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin—accusing them of fueling conflicts and undermining international law for power and control.
According to Amnesty, violations range from alleged war crimes in Ukraine to accusations of genocide in Gaza Strip. The report also criticizes global powers for weakening institutions like the International Criminal Court.
Amnesty’s Secretary General Agnès Callamard described it as one of the most alarming reports in the organization’s history, warning that “humanity is under attack” and accusing governments worldwide of silence, complicity, or inaction.
Al Jazeera's Charlie Angela reports from London.
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A major new report by Amnesty International warns that the global human rights system is facing unprecedented collapse, describing the current moment as a “systemic breakdown.”
The report singles out key world leaders—including Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin—accusing them of fueling conflicts and undermining international law for power and control.
According to Amnesty, violations range from alleged war crimes in Ukraine to accusations of genocide in Gaza Strip. The report also criticizes global powers for weakening institutions like the International Criminal Court.
Amnesty’s Secretary General Agnès Callamard described it as one of the most alarming reports in the organization’s history, warning that “humanity is under attack” and accusing governments worldwide of silence, complicity, or inaction.
Al Jazeera's Charlie Angela reports from London.
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Outrage continues to grow over the Israeli soldier who was photographed desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon, including among Trump’s former MAGA allies. From a Polish MP to a Palestinian theologian, observers say it reveals a wider pattern.
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