Al Jazeera News Digest
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Burkina Faso’s military government dissolves political parties
Interior Minister says multiplication of political parties has fuelled divisions and weakened social cohesion.
Microsoft stock plunges as Wall Street questions AI investments
The drop comes amid stalling growth for its cloud computing software as OpenAI investments are questioned.
Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda regains TikTok account after outcry
Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for sharing videos from Gaza, says she’s regained access to her TikTok.
‘Melania’: What to know about the US first lady’s new documentary
The film’s high budget has raised questions about efforts by powerful donors to win favour with the White House.
France moves to ban social media for users under 15
France is moving closer to banning social media for users under the age of 15, over growing concerns over mental health.
TotalEnergies restarts $20bn LNG project in Mozambique after 5-year freeze
Operations were paused indefinitely in 2021 due to escalating violence in the region.
Iran slams EU’s ‘terrorist’ designation for IRGC as hypocritical
Iran’s foreign minister labelled the EU as hypocritical after designating the IRGC a “terrorist” organisation.
Former Illinois deputy sentenced to 20 years for US killing of Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson fatally shot Massey after she called police to her home, in a killing that sparked outrage and protests.
Who controls Yemen now and why it matters
Humanitarian crisis worsens in Yemen as power struggles intensify and aid gaps grow.
‘They picked the wrong state’: how Minneapolis is fighting back
Minneapolis mobilizes rapid response networks and mutual aid as protests grow against federal immigration agents.
Why is the Doomsday Clock nearer to midnight than ever before?
Atomic scientists raise alarm over more global conflict and new risks such as artificial intelligence.
Iran slams ‘selective outrage’ after EU labels IRGC a ‘terrorist’ group
Iranian authorities reject European Union’s measures, denouncing the IRGC blacklisting as ‘illogical and irresponsible’.
Trump says that he will allow reopening of Venezuelan airspace
US has asserted control over Venezuela on key issues of sovereignty and made threats of further military attacks.
Mexico’s oil industry faces new pressures from Venezuela oil under US
Pemex, burdened with significant debt, financial and operational constraints, now faces competition from Venezuelan oil.
Israeli settler violence displaces Palestinians across occupied West Bank
Israeli settler attacks across the occupied West Bank are forcing Palestinian communities to flee.
Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic
Airports use AI for passenger flow, baggage tracking and predictive maintenance to enhance efficiency and experience.
Inside Gaza after Israel’s last captive is found
With the final Israeli captive returned, Palestinians are waiting to see if Israel will now implement a true ceasefire.
Al Jazeera denounces YouTube’s compliance with Israel’s ban on network
Livestreams of Al Jazeera Arabic, Al Jazeera English and Al Jazeera Mubasher blocked in Israel.
Hakan Fidan on Iran and Turkiye’s role in global security
Turkish foreign minister warns against escalation with Iran, explaining how Ankara sees the future of regional security.
Will killings in Minneapolis force another US government shutdown?
The death of Alex Pretti has prompted a shift among Democratic senators, who are willing to risk a shutdown for reforms.