Aljazeera News Digest
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Why neoliberalism can’t build peace
Neoliberal proposals for peace in Gaza, Ukraine’s Donbas and Syria’s Golan Heights are doomed to failure.
Blatter urges FIFA World Cup boycott over Trump administration policies
Politicians and football experts call on fans and teams to boycott the tournament being cohosted by the US.
North Korea fires suspected ballistic missiles into sea, S Korea, Japan say
The launches are the second this month after Pyongyang says it tested hypersonic missiles three weeks ago.
Map shows what would happen to Gaza under the US ‘master plan’
The plan treats Gaza as vacant beachfront property, proposing glass towers and industrial zones over historic sites.
Azerbaijan arrests three people over planned embassy attack in Baku
Authorities accuse the suspects of conspiring with members of the ISKP armed group.
ICE agents from US set to help with security at Winter Olympics in Italy
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are set to begin on February 6, with shock at the late news of ICE involvement.
‘Frustration and despair’ in Gaza despite recovery of last Israeli body
Al Jazeera’s Hind Khoudary says Palestinians in Gaza remain frustrated and distrustful over promised ceasefire measures.
Bangladeshis seeking jobs in Russia forced to join war on Ukraine: Report
Associated Press investigation finds workers lured to Russia under promise of civilian work are thrust into the war.
Who is Greg Bovino, the face of Trump’s Minneapolis crackdown?
Bovino’s expected exit comes amid intense scrutiny, as Trump sends border tsar Tom Homan to Minneapolis.
Three French tourists drown after boat capsizes in Oman
The Royal Oman Police said the boat carried 25 French tourists plus a tour guide and captain when it capsized.
Video: All-night noise protest against federal agents in Minnesota
US protesters banged pots and pans all night outside a heavily secured hotel in Minnesota.
India, EU agree on ‘mother of all’ trade deals
The deal, set to cover a quarter of the global GDP, will create a free trade zone of two billion people.
China’s Xi Jinping signals deeper ties with Finland during PM’s visit
Xi tells Finnish premier that businesses from Helsinki are welcome to ‘swim freely’ in China’s ‘vast’ market.
Minnesota candidate bows out over Republican response to Pretti shooting
Republican candidate for state governor steps aside citing his party’s role in negative impact of ICE operation.
Syrian army offensive overjoys some, leaves others with ‘existential’ fear
Many Syrians feel liberated by the army pushing out the Kurdish-led SDF. But others fear government troops.
How private AI tech is reshaping warfare
Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen explains the increasing relationship between private AI tech firms and militaries.
Health professionals pay tribute to Alex Pretti
Health professionals and coworkers paid tribute to ICU nurse Alex Pretti as his body was moved out of hospital.
Ceremony for last Israeli captive returned from Gaza
Israeli police held a ceremony for the last slain captive, Ran Gvili, after the retrieval of his remains from Gaza.
French MPs approve law seeking ban on social media for children below 15
President Emmanuel Macron hails the vote as a ‘major step’ to protect French children and teenagers.
Sabalenka sweeps aside teen sensation Jovic to enter Australian Open semis
World number one continues her march for a third Australian Open title with a 6-3, 6-0 win over rising star Iva Jovic.