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Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez announces prisoner amnesty
Rodriguez calls for healing 'wounds left by political confrontation' and says notorious El Helicoide prison to shut.
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Updates: Iran announces naval drills near US warships amid tension
These were the updates about the US-Iran tensions on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
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How does ICE spend its budget? And who profits?
ICE now has a larger budget than the FBI, bigger even than the militaries of 170 countries. So where does that money go?
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Myanmar election delivers walkover win for military-backed political party
Myanmar's military rulers say polls were free and fair as UN reports 170 killed during election period.
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US approves $6.6bn sale of attack helicopters, assault vehicles to Israel
The approved sale includes 30 Apache helicopters, which Israeli forces have used to attack Palestinians in Gaza.
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Brief US government shutdown begins after funding deadline lapses
US gov't funding impasse driven by Democratic anger over federal agents killing two people during immigration crackdown.
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T20 World Cup 2026 stadiums: Where’s India vs Pakistan and the final?
Al Jazeera’s guide to the eight venues that will host the T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India and Sri Lanka.
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More than 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern DR Congo: Report
Rights groups have raised concerns over conditions at the mine, which supplies about 15 percent of the world's coltan.
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Missing statue of golf legend Ballesteros found chopped in pieces in Spain
A man has been arrested by police in Spain after they recovered a stolen statue of the late golfer Seve Ballesteros.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,437
These are the key developments from day 1,437 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Is Trump’s choice for US Fed chair a ‘chameleon’ or a ‘solid’ pick?
Experts vary in their views on Kevin Warsh, Trump's nominee to replace Jerome Powell as head of the US central bank.
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UN nuclear watchdog discusses Ukraine nuclear safety risks
Russian attacks on Ukraine's electrical substations could cut power to nuclear plants, increasing risks of meltdown.
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What do China and the UK want from each other?
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's warm welcome on a visit to China this week marks a thaw in icy relations with Beijing.
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Iran says ready for ‘fair’ talks with US but not ‘under shadow of threats’
Iran's foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.
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After Trump call, Russia agrees to pause attacks on Kyiv amid cold spell
The Kremlin says it’s agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and nearby towns until February 1, after a request from the US.
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US protesters hold nationwide strike against Trump’s immigration policies
Protesters call for 'no work, no school, no shopping' in response to Trump's deadly immigration enforcement crackdown.
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What’s next for Venezuela?
We explore what's in store for Venezuela after the capture of President Maduro by US personnel in Caracas.
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Rafah reopening set for Sunday as Israel continues to block aid
Israel says it will reopen the Rafah crossing on Sunday after nearly two years.
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ISIL claims responsibility for Niger airport attack
Claim comes after military ruler Abdourahamane Tiani accused France, Benin, Ivory coast of involvement in the attack.
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Confusion grows over state of US-Iran negotiations
The US and Iran both say they want a diplomatic solution to their standoff and regional players are increasingly active.
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