Former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who transformed Qatar into a global diplomatic, media and investment powerhouse, has died at 74. He modernised the nation, founded Al Jazeera, expanded global influence and peacefully transferred power to his son
An Israeli airstrike killed Al Jazeera correspondents Anas al-Sharif and Mohamed Qureiqa, along with six others, outside Gaza’s Shifa Hospital. Israel alleged Hamas ties, which the network denies, calling the attack a targeted assassination and press freedom violation.
Medical sources claimed that during an Israeli raid on two homes in the Nuseirat refugee camp on Wednesday, several individuals lost their lives, including Al-Dahdouh's wife, son, and daughter.
In the second round of polling, held after the initial round failed to produce a clear winner, Muizzu maintained his lead. He secured approximately 46% of the votes in the first round, while Ibrahim Solih trailed with 39%.