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Ukraine, Russia report downing dozens of drones over Kyiv, Crimea

The extent of damage and casualties from the rival attacks in Kyiv and Crimea are not immediately clear. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/10/ukraine-russia-report-downing-dozens-of-drones-over-kyiv-crimea?traffic_source=rss

Israeli military attacks Gaza Strip amid protests at border

At least 22 people have been injured in attacks targeting Hamas's security outposts in the besieged enclave. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/22/israeli-military-attacks-gaza-strip-amid-protests-at-border?traffic_source=rss

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida banks on women to revive his fortunes

Kishida's public support is flagging amid concerns about sluggish wage growth and the rising cost of living. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/15/japans-prime-minister-fumio-kishida-banks-on-women-to-revive-his-fortunes?traffic_source=rss

Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr arrested for assault, strangulation

The NBA player is accused of hitting a woman several times and putting his hands around her neck. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/9/12/nba-houston-rockets-kevin-porter-jr-arrested-assault-strangulation?traffic_source=rss

Ukraine calls for return of ‘abducted’ children as more arrive in Belarus

Ukraine says more than 19,000 children have been taken illegally by Russia since it began its full-scale invasion. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/20/ukraine-calls-for-return-of-abducted-children-as-more-arrive-in-belarus?traffic_source=rss

‘Standout’ Siraj skittles Sri Lanka as India romp to Asia Cup glory

Right-arm fast bowler Mohammed Siraj gets career-best 6-21 as India thrash Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in Colombo. https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/9/17/cricket-india-beat-sri-lanka-asia-cup-final-mohammed-siraj?traffic_source=rss

‘Disaster of epic proportions’: Libya prosecutor probes deadly dam collapse

Derna city 'smells like death' as rescuers try to reach thousands of survivors trapped without water, food, and shelter. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/16/disaster-of-epic-proportions-libya-prosecutor-probes-deadly-dam-collapse?traffic_source=rss

Full text: Zelenskyy’s speech to the UN General Assembly

The Ukrainian president used his 15 minute slot to warn UN members of the dangers of not standing up to aggression. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/20/full-text-zelenskyys-speech-to-the-un-general-assembly?traffic_source=rss

Iran: One year after the death of Mahsa Amini

Security forces have been positioned in Tehran and other cities as Iran marks one year since the death of Mahsa Amini. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/16/iran-one-year-after-the-death-of-mahsa-amini?traffic_source=rss

Atlantic storm Lee delivers chaos as forecasters call off some warnings

While tropical storm warnings remain in effect across parts of Canada, officials predict Lee will dissipate this week. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/17/atlantic-storm-lee-delivers-chaos-as-forecasters-call-off-some-warnings?traffic_source=rss

US in ‘regular contact’ with Saudi Arabia over global oil supplies

Constant discussions aim to ensure a 'stable and affordable supply of energy to global markets', White House says. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/16/washington-in-regular-contact-with-saudi-over-oil-supply-us-official?traffic_source=rss

Egyptians divided over recent niqab ban at schools

Egyptians talk to Al Jazeera about the recent government decision to prohibit students from wearing niqab. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/12/egyptians-divided-over-recent-niqab-ban-at-schools?traffic_source=rss

Powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake rattles Morocco, north Africa

The earthquake struck late Friday evening, with the epicentre 75 kilometres west of Marrekesh, a major economic centre. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/8/powerful-6-8-magnitude-earthquake-rattles-morocco?traffic_source=rss

Putin calls Trump legal cases ‘politically motivated persecution’

Trump, the frontrunner Republican candidate for the 2024 presidential elections, is facing a series of criminal cases. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/12/case-against-donald-trump-shows-rottenness-of-us-political-system-putin?traffic_source=rss

US mum who gave parenting advice on YouTube charged with child abuse

Founder of defunct channel 8 Passengers Ruby Franke and her business partner arrested this week. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/2/us-mum-who-gave-parenting-advice-on-youtube-charged-with-child-abuse?traffic_source=rss

Councillor’s murder in Ecuador fuels crime concerns ahead of election

The death of Bolivar Vera is the latest in a string of political violence as Ecuador struggles with high homicide rates. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/8/councillors-murder-in-ecuador-fuels-crime-concerns-ahead-of-election?traffic_source=rss

Tourists from Morocco shot dead after straying into Algerian waters

Two men reportedly killed after straying past Morocco’s maritime border into Algeria on jet skis. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/1/tourists-from-morocco-shot-dead-after-straying-into-algerian-waters?traffic_source=rss

‘Justice denied’: Victims’ families slam UK’s Northern Ireland legacy bill

The UK's proposed law will shut down new probes of atrocities committed during 30 years of conflict in Northern Ireland. https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/9/6/justice-denied-victims-families-slam-uks-northern-ireland-legacy-bill?traffic_source=rss

Norway’s far-right mass killer Breivik sues state over prison isolation

Breivik, 44, is serving 21 years in prison for killing 77 people in shootings and a bombing attack in Norway in 2011. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/19/norways-far-right-mass-killer-breivik-sues-state-over-prison-isolation

Apple shares fall amid reports of China’s increasing iPhone restrictions

Reports say China has barred the use of Apple smartphones in central government agencies. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/9/7/apple-shares-fall-amid-reports-of-chinas-increasing-iphone-restrictions?traffic_source=rss

Israel halts exports from Gaza at key crossing, says explosives found

Israeli forces tell Palestinian border officials that Gaza crossing will remain closed 'until further notice'. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/5/israel-halts-exports-from-gaza-at-key-crossing-says-explosives-found?traffic_source=rss

Photos: Rare super blue moon rises and lights up skies worldwide

The next blue supermoon is not until 2037. But another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September. https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/8/31/photos-rare-super-blue-moon-rises-and-lights-up-skies-worldwide?traffic_source=rss

Concerns raised over Myanmar’s ailing Aung San Suu Kyi

Several countries raised questions and concerns over the health of Suu Kyi at ASEAN summit, a US official says. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/7/myanmars-aung-san-suu-kyi-is-ailing-but-is-denied-care-outside-prison?traffic_source=rss

Japan tells WTO China’s seafood ban over Fukushima water ‘unacceptable’

Japanese officials have signalled Tokyo may file a formal WTO complaint over China's trade restrictions. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/9/5/japan-tells-wto-chinas-seafood-ban-over-fukushima-water-unacceptable?traffic_source=rss

Are climate reparations finally on the way for vulnerable countries?

'Significant change in action' under way to compensate nations under direct assault from climate chaos, observers say. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/28/are-climate-reparations-finally-on-the-way-for-vulnerable-countries?traffic_source=rss

Tropical Storm Franklin bears down on Haiti, Dominican Republic

Authorities warn residents in two Caribbean nations that share island of Hispaniola to prepare for landslides, flooding. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/22/tropical-storm-franklin-bears-down-on-haiti-dominican-republic

Palestinian killed in crossfire after Israeli raid on West Bank town

Israeli forces stormed Aqaba and destroyed a building after besieging it but failed to arrest a wanted Palestinian. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/9/1/palestinian-farmer-killed-in-gunfight-after-israeli-raid-on-west-bank-town?traffic_source=rss

Israeli soldier killed in car ramming attack by Palestinian

A Palestinian truck driver, 41, rammed his vehicle into Israeli soldiers at a checkpoint and was later 'neutralised'. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/31/israeli-soldier-killed-in-car-ramming-attack-by-palestinian?traffic_source=rss

Bankman-Fried ‘subsisting on bread and water’ in jail, lawyer says

The former cryptocurrency tycoon is also running low on medications to treat ADHD and depression. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/8/22/bankman-fried-subsisting-on-bread-and-water-in-jail-lawyer-says

Russia unleashes strikes against Ukraine; Kyiv targets Crimea bridge

Moscow and Kyiv step up retaliatory attacks as Ukraine seeks to dislodge Russian forces in the country's south and east. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/8/6/russia-unleashes-strikes-against-ukraine-kyiv-targets-crimea-bridge