Global World News Digest
Multi-Source Editorial Roundup • Monday, 26 January 2026
Sinner in Australian Open quarters; women’s holder Keys booted out
Amanda Anisimova and Jessica Pegula, who ousted Keys, set up all-American women’s quarterfinal in Melbourne.
Gold prices cross $5,100 for the first time amid geopolitical uncertainties
Spot gold price touches an all-time high of $5,110.50 for an ounce in the first hours of the day.
At least 10 people die, million without power as winter storm grips US
At least 20 states declare states of emergency as nearly a million people are without power due to snow and ice.
President Xi says India, China ‘friends, partners’ in Republic Day message
On India’s Republic Day, President Xi Jinping says Beijing and New Delhi are ‘good neighbours, friends and partners’.
Video: Anti-ICE protest held in Minneapolis after second US citizen killed
Hundreds of protesters marched in the US city of Minneapolis on Sunday, demanding justice for the fatal ICE shooting.
US Secretary of State Rubio speaks to Iraqi PM amid tensions with Iran
Marco Rubio’s call with Mohammed Shia al-Sudani comes as new government expected in Iraq, US-Iran tensions rise.
Al-Sharaa checkmates the SDF and Washington still wins
The US interest has long lied in a unified Syria.
Israeli settlers chase Palestinian school bus in occupied West Bank
Israeli settlers chase Palestinian school bus in occupied West Bank
Ukraine’s security guarantees: What are they and why might they fall short?
Kyiv is ready to send an agreement to Parliament and US Congress but Ukrainians say their safety is far from guaranteed.
Born after the Arab Spring: 37 million Egyptians have no memory of 2011
One-third of Egyptians were born after the 2011 Arab Spring protests which removed longtime President Hosni Mubarak.
Trump administration, MAGA allies spread misinformation on Pretti killing
Video footage of fatal shooting contradicts narrative spun by officials and right-wing influencers.
LIVE: Palestinians sceptical over Israel reopening Gaza’s Rafah crossing
The Israeli military says it launched a ‘targeted operation’ in northern Gaza to find the last captive’s body.
Seahawks defeat Rams to set up Super Bowl 2026 against Patriots
Seattle Seahawks edge Los Angeles Rams 31-27 after New England Patriots score a 10-7 win over the Denver Broncos.
Investigation reveals Israeli campaign to flatten Gaza town of Beit Hanoon
Al Jazeera’s Sanad unit analysed satellite images, finding Israel razed homes in the weeks since the ceasefire began.
UN aid convoy reaches Syria’s Ain al-Arab as truce between army, SDF holds
Convoy carrying food and fuel reaches Kurdish-majority town, also known as Kobane, in Aleppo province.
What role is China playing in global geopolitical transformations?
Chinese foreign policy is shaped by a paradox: it wants to project power and yet it seeks to avoid conflict.
‘Yellow line’, the de facto Israeli buffer zone shaping life in Gaza
The so-called yellow line has been squeezing Palestinians into smaller areas, making their lives more difficult.
Venezuela frees 104 political prisoners, rights group says
A human rights lawyer and a communications student are among those freed, Caracas-based Foro Penal says.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says US security agreement ‘100% ready’ to be signed
Ukrainian leader says Kyiv and Moscow continue to have ‘fundamentally different’ positions on territorial concessions.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,432
These are the key developments from day 1,432 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Ferry carrying over 350 people sinks in Philippines, killing at least 18
The coastguard says at least 317 people have been rescued so far, while 24 others remain missing.
Minnesota Gov Walz demands Trump remove border agents after nurse killed
US president faces intensifying pressure over immigration crackdown following a second fatal shooting in Minneapolis.
Israel to reopen Gaza’s Rafah crossing after search for captive’s body ends
Netanyahu’s office says Rafah crossing will reopen in a ‘limited’ manner after search for Israeli soldier’s body ends.
What’s behind the recent shift in US defence strategy?
Washington has revealed its new national defence strategy.
Israel extends ban on Al Jazeera’s operations by 90 days
Since May 2024, Israeli law has banned the network, citing threat to national security, an allegation Al Jazeera denies.