The Latest Breaking News from Al Jazeera

Balancing act: Why central banks are cautious after bank crisis

Central banks are seen treading carefully following the sudden collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse.

Al Jazeera · Apr 4, 2023

New York City braces for historic Trump court appearance

US Mayor Eric Adams tells protesters to ‘control yourselves’ in the lead-up to Donald Trump’s criminal court appearance.

Al Jazeera · Apr 4, 2023

Analysis: Why does Israel’s Ben-Gvir want a ‘national guard’?

Palestinians, Israeli opposition worry about formation of armed force directly under the far-right minister’s control.

Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2023

Ex-Kosovo president Hashim Thaci pleads not guilty to war crimes

Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci and three co-defendants are charged with war crimes in 1998-1999 war with Serbia.

Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2023

Asia’s prices are on rise. In the Philippines, they’re soaring

Southeast Asia’s fourth-largest economy sees inflation hit 8.6 percent, far above Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam.

Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2023

Israeli cabinet approves Ben-Gvir’s ‘national guard’ plan

Critics warn the far-right security minister may use his national guard against Palestinian citizens of Israel.

Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2023

‘Stand-up’ for Ukraine: Coping through comedy in the face of war

In Berlin, comedians from Ukraine and Russia share the same stage as an outlet for their grief and anger about the war.

Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2023

Russia, Belarus celebrate ‘unity’ as war grinds on in Ukraine

The ex-Soviet allies have grown closer and Lukashenko’s dalliances with the West appear to be over, say analysts.

Al Jazeera · Apr 2, 2023

Finland, having cleared last NATO hurdle, heads to elections

Is Sanna Marin still popular and do most Finns support NATO? Here are five key things to know.

Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2023

Global network aims to sue Wagner as a ‘terrorist’ organisation

Ukrainians in exile are mobilising an army of lawyers to seize Wagner’s assets and hobble Russia’s ability to wage war.

Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2023