Divisions widen within NATO. US President Donald Trump is furious after a refusal by European member states to join the Iran war. Reports say he's considering measures against the UK and Spain. So, how serious is the rift for the future of the military alliance?
Presenter: James Bays
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Carne Ross -- former British Diplomat and founder of the non-profit advisory group, Independent Diplomat.
Eli Bremer -- Retired Major in the US Air Force and a Republican Strategist
Pablo Calderon Martinez -- Head of Politics and International Relations at Northeastern University London and a specialist in European affairs.
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US President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned trip to Pakistan by envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff for peace talks with Iran, media reports say.
Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid joins live from the Pakistani capital Islamabad.
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A mass wedding ceremony has provided a rare moment of celebration in Gaza. The event in Deir Al Balah united 150 couples. It brought scenes of joy to a people overwhelmed by grief from more than two and a half years of Israel’s war.
Al Jazeera’s Felix Nyawara reports.
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Ghana's rice industry is growing, but it's struggling to find customers. Cheaper, imported rice is undercutting local producers. As supply outpaces demand, farmers' incomes are shrinking, and unsold stock is piling up. They are now urging the government to step in with support.
Al Jazeera’s Haru Mutasa reports.
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The Trump administration has intensified sanctions against Tehran in addition to its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—targeting maritime trade. The new sanctions aim to stop Iran’s oil exports and its financial sector and curtail Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Al Jazeera’s Um-e-Kulsoom Shariff explains.
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Since the start of the war with Iran, US President Donald Trump has discussed a plan to take control of what he refers to as Iran’s “nuclear dust,” a reference to the country’s highly enriched uranium.
However, any military operation to seize these sensitive materials would be extremely risky for US forces, given the heavily fortified sites, the hazardous nature of radioactive material, and the high likelihood of armed confrontation.
Al Jazeera’s John Holman reports.
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Joint US and Israeli strikes have damaged Iran’s nuclear programme and key facilities.
However, Iran is still believed to hold around 440kg of highly enriched uranium, which remains a major concern and is referred to by President Trump as “nuclear dust.”
Al Jazeera’s Alex Baird reports.
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Rising fuel prices linked to the war in Iran are driving growing interest in electric vehicles worldwide.
As China leads global EV production, automakers there are hoping the ongoing energy crisis will boost demand and accelerate sales in international markets.
Al Jazeera’s Katrina Yu reports.
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Lebanon’s health ministry reports that Israeli strikes killed six people on Friday, even amid an extended ceasefire.
Israel says it continues targeting Hezbollah positions, while the ongoing conflict has killed nearly 2,500 people and displaced more than 1.2 million since March.
Among those affected is Huda Kamel Mansour, whose village in southern Lebanon was destroyed, forcing her to live in a tent in Beirut.
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The information front has been central to the Iranian government’s war effort.
For an external audience, there is an innovative online strategy that has consisted of AI Lego, memes and hip hop diss tracks directed at Donald Trump and the MAGA base. But this coexists with more brutal domestic tactics: crackdowns, arrests and internet blackouts.
The result has been the Iranian authorities making use of the internet for PR internationally, while simultaneously preventing the Iranian people from openly accessing the net themselves.
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Ali Hashem – Correspondent, Al Jazeera English
Mehran Kamrava – Professor of Government, Georgetown University in Qatar
Tara Kangarlou – Journalist & Author, The Heartbeat of Iran
Maral Karimi – Lecturer, Toronto Metropolitan University
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The killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil unfolded in the manner that so many Israeli assassinations of journalists in Gaza have - minute by minute, hour by hour, in a pattern that has become shockingly familiar. There's the surveillance, the strike, the obstruction of rescue and then, the denial - Israel's insistence that it does not target journalists, medics or rescue workers.
Meenakshi Ravi reports.
Pakistan’s peacemaker moment and the missing stories
Pakistan has found itself at the centre of one of the world’s most consequential stories - by hosting talks between the United States and Iran, brokering ceasefires, earning the very public praise of Donald Trump and making headlines around the world.
But this PR moment is obscuring a great deal, including an undercover war with Afghanistan and a crushing cost-of-living crisis at home. We speak to Amber Rahim Shamsi about the domestic politics behind Pakistan’s diplomatic moment in the sun.
Featuring:
Amber Rahim Shamsi – Pakistan Editor, Nukta
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Forty years after the Chernobyl disaster, the site remains one of the most contaminated places on earth.
After a Russian drone strike damaged the protective shell over Reactor Number Four last year, concerns are growing about the condition of the site and the long term effort to keep it secure.
Al Jazeera’s Audrey Macalpine reports.
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In Gaza, where conflict has deeply affected children’s lives, sport is helping restore a sense of normalcy.
Through a 6-week UNICEF program, children are finding support to cope with trauma while gradually rebuilding their confidence and hope for the future.
Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud reports.
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North Korea is marking its military anniversary with a series of ballistic missile launches, demonstrating its growing military capabilities.
The tests come amid reports that the United States is redeploying military assets from the Korean Peninsula to the Middle East. While Washington denies moving key systems like THAAD, it has confirmed shifting other resources to respond to regional tensions involving Iran.
South Korea has condemned the launches as violations of United Nations resolutions. The International Atomic Energy Agency says there are signs North Korea is advancing its nuclear weapons programme.
Leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the latest drills, signalling defiance at a time of heightened global instability. In South Korea, public concern is rising over both North Korea’s actions and the potential reduction of US military presence.
President Lee Jae Myung has sought to reassure the public, saying South Korea’s military is fully capable of responding to any threat. The country continues to strengthen its own defence capabilities, including warships, drones and missile defence systems.
The shifting security landscape could accelerate plans for South Korea to take full wartime operational control of its forces from the United States, potentially ending a decades-long arrangement dating back to the Korean War.
The developments highlight growing uncertainty in the region as global tensions reshape military priorities.
Al Jazeera's Barnaby Lo reports from Seoul.
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Rising global diesel prices are squeezing industries across the United States. The conflict in the Middle East and disruptions to supply are driving fuel costs higher.
In Maryland, fishermen are starting the blue crab season under pressure. Watermen like CJ Canby depend on diesel to power their boats, but higher prices are cutting into already thin margins.
As fuel costs rise, so do expenses across the industry. From bait to shipping, every part of the supply chain is affected. Early catches are modest, meaning fishermen must work harder to make up for the added cost.
Along the Chesapeake Bay, uncertainty is shaping the season. Business owners like Luke McFadden say diesel is essential for both boats and delivery trucks, leaving little room to adapt.
While support for President Donald Trump remains strong in the region, many are hoping for an end to the conflict to bring fuel prices down.
For now, fishermen face a difficult season where success depends not only on the catch, but on global events beyond their control.
Al Jazeera's Heidi Zhou-Castro reports from Pasadena in Maryland.
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A meeting months in the making. Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Venezuelan interim leader Delcy Rodríguez have met in Caracas in a significant step toward rebuilding ties.
The visit marks the first by a foreign leader since Nicolás Maduro was removed earlier this year, offering Rodríguez an opportunity to strengthen her position and international legitimacy.
For Petro, the urgency lies along the shared border. Tens of thousands have been displaced in regions like Catatumbo, where armed groups and drug trafficking networks remain active.
Both leaders are seeking closer cooperation on security, including intelligence sharing and potential joint military efforts to tackle criminal groups operating across the border.
At the same time, pressure from Washington is shaping the political landscape. United States President Donald Trump has signalled expectations for change in Venezuela while also criticising Colombia’s handling of drug trafficking.
Despite past tensions, the two countries are looking to reset relations built on deep historical, economic and cultural ties. With more than 2,000 kilometres of shared border, cooperation is seen as essential for stability.
The meeting highlights a broader shift in regional diplomacy, where necessity is driving renewed engagement between neighbours facing shared challenges.
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