The world, on the wire · updated 2026-09-17 10:19 UTC

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Pernicious states: Towards a new grammar of international relations

We have names for weak and failing states. We need one for superpowers that cause global harm.

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From Yanbu to Sohar: Tracking Saudi Arabia’s alternative oil routes

The world's second-largest crude exporter is rerouting crude via dark shipments and ship-to-ship transfers off Oman.

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‘They called us’: Has Trump abandoned Bab al-Mandeb to the Houthis?

Washington’s response to the Houthi advance exposes the limits of the US security umbrella in the Gulf.

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Beckham backs Messi for Ballon d’Or after netting 100th Inter Miami goal

Former England captain David Beckham backs his Inter Miami player Lionel Messi for Ballon d'Or after Campeones Cup win.

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At least 19 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine

Missile and drone strikes targeted Ukraine's capital Kyiv as well as the Zaporizhzhia and Odesa regions.

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NBA star Irving pledges to pay Al-Shaair’s NFL fine over Hind Rajab message

Houston Texans' linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was fined for wearing the name of Hind Rajab on his eye black.

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Pressure on global chokepoints drives Asia's increased use of Arctic Trade Routes

Asian nations began pilot voyages over a decade ago to find routes to Europe and the Middle East that were faster and less vulnerable to chokepoints. The ongoing war has added impetus to those efforts.

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Ninth woman's body found as South African police investigate string of deaths

South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.

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‘Poor bear the impact’: Sugar prices soar in India, souring festive season

India is one of the world's largest sugar consumers, but usually produces much more.

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Palestinians use radio to navigate Israeli occupation and pogroms

Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim explains how Palestinians use local radio to navigate Israel's occupation and settler pogroms.

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Netanyahu threatens to revoke Israeli citizenship of NAZA filmmakers

Israeli prime minister pledges to advance two bills aimed at addressing the 'immense damage' done to Israeli soldiers.

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Syrian man uncovers library hidden behind wall for 15 years

Abu Bilal built a secret wall in his home to protect his books from Syria’s former Assad regime.

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With invite to join EU bloc, Canada's prime minister speaks to European Parliament

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks to the European Parliament, following the European Union's invitation to Canada to become an "associate member" of the bloc.

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Rising gas prices fuel protests in countries around the world

Protests over rising fuel protest are happening around the world, a ripple effect as the Us war on Iran is dragging Saudi Arabia in deeper

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Big questions - and key logistical details - loom ahead of China-U.S. summit

Despite the lingering questions, China remains optimistic about the summit.

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River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue

A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.

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