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Cricket: No Ashes 2027 Tests to take place in the north of England
England will not host Australia at Old Trafford or Headingley.
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Iraq PM heads to Iran: Can Baghdad redefine its relationship with Tehran?
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaid is visiting Tehran after a high-profile meeting with US President Donald Trump.
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Can Iran withstand new pressure from the US?
After a truce, the US has returned to war with Iran. Alex Gatopoulos looks at what’s different this time
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Several killed as Ukraine, Russia trade attacks deep behind the front line
Four have been killed by Russian strikes in Ukraine, while four others died in Russia and Crimea, according to reports.
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Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026: What to know about the tournament
Tournament format, venues, title favourites, groups, prize money and players to watch at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco.
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Why a North Sea oilfield is emerging as British PM Burnham’s big test
Reports suggesting the new British PM might allow drilling in the North Sea have excited Donald Trump, divided locals.
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Right-wing Israeli groups storm Al-Aqsa as Palestinians barred from worship
Israeli police barred Palestinians from entering Al-Aqsa Mosque as more than 2,300 right-wing Israelis entered.
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Rubio says US policy on Iran is ‘a head for an eye’
Rubio says US policy on Iran is ‘a head for an eye’
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Norway to make formal complaint to FIFA over Balogun red card saga
FIFA overturned the suspension for a red card for the USA forward at the World Cup after a request from President Trump.
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Rubio says Iran ‘begging’ for a deal with US but not ready to make one
Secretary of state says US has 'a head for an eye' policy as strikes hit Iran for a 12th straight night.
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Thai sailors sue owners of cargo ship hit in Hormuz
Thai sailors sue owners of cargo ship hit in Hormuz