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French-Iranian Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies of ‘sadness’

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Satrapi’s autobiographical novel was born from her experiences of Iran’s Islamic revolution and war with Iraq.

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US raises pressure on Cuba as it sanctions President Diaz-Canel

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Measures come as Cuba continues to experience food shortages and blackouts.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 talking points: NFL-style half-time show, kits and more

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks...

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Iran war day 98: Tehran raises doubts on deal as Lebanon fighting continues

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, while Hezbollah rejects deal as death toll tops 3,500.

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Iran war live: Hezbollah rejects truce as Israel continues Lebanon strikes

Newsflez June 5, 2026

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Why Mogadishu clashes are deepening Somalia’s political crisis again

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Tensions over Somali elections escalate into violence, leaving Mogadishu residents grappling with fear and...

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Pakistan’s Lyari defies Bollywood’s gangland label to rise as boxing haven

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Food, football and history mingle in Karachi's oldest settlement. And a boxing coach teaches...

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Democrat fails to block US measure to deepen Israel military cooperation

Newsflez June 5, 2026

Congressman Ro Khanna says the integration push only boosts Netanyahu, but his push to...

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100,000 pray at Al-Aqsa amid Israeli restrictions on 2nd Friday of Ramadan

Newsflez June 1, 2026

Thousands of worshippers attend prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with others turned away despite carrying...

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Second US drone laser incident this month prompts Texas airspace closure

Newsflez May 31, 2026

Lawmakers criticise mismanagement after El Paso airspace closure following military's anti-drone laser deployment.

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