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Prominent Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Pleads Guilty in National Security Case Facing Possible Life Sentence

Prominent Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Pleads Guilty in National Security Case Facing Possible Life Sentence

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has pleaded guilty to foreign collusion charges under the national security law, potentially facing a life sentence. The case follows his prior conviction for subversion.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Enters Guilty Plea in Foreign Collusion Case

Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Enters Guilty Plea in Foreign Collusion Case

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has pleaded guilty to charges of foreign collusion, according to a recent report featuring video footage.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
Why Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage Must Act Fast Against Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Why Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage Must Act Fast Against Prime Minister Andy Burnham

As Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares for key policy announcements and a potential early general election, opposition leaders Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage face immense pressure to counter his rising popularity.

The National|September 2, 2026|1
Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Enters Guilty Plea in Foreign Collusion Case

Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Enters Guilty Plea in Foreign Collusion Case

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion, amidst separate reports of US strikes on Iran resulting in civilian casualties.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
Israel and Greece Secure Record $3.4 Billion 'Achilles Shield' Defense Deal Amid Regional Tensions

Israel and Greece Secure Record $3.4 Billion 'Achilles Shield' Defense Deal Amid Regional Tensions

Israel and Greece have signed a historic $3.4 billion 'Achilles Shield' defense agreement, marking the largest bilateral military deal between the two nations and reinforcing strategic ties amid evolving regional dynamics.

The National|September 2, 2026|1
Escalating Crackdown on Civil Society and NGOs Threatens Post-Revolutionary Freedoms in Tunisia

Escalating Crackdown on Civil Society and NGOs Threatens Post-Revolutionary Freedoms in Tunisia

A new Human Rights Watch report reveals that Tunisian authorities are sharply escalating pressure on civil society through arrests, financial investigations, and mass suspensions, threatening post-2011 democratic freedoms.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
Milo Yiannopoulos Speaks Out After ICE Detention and US Deportation

Milo Yiannopoulos Speaks Out After ICE Detention and US Deportation

Far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos has spoken out following his arrest and deportation from the US by ICE, expressing remorse for his past support of strict immigration policies after experiencing detention firsthand.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
As Parliament Resumes, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Faces Tough Political Reality

As Parliament Resumes, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Faces Tough Political Reality

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's political honeymoon comes to an end as Parliament resumes, leaving the new leader to confront pressing challenges regarding the economy, prison overcrowding, and defence spending.

The National|September 2, 2026|1
Libya's Rival Factions Agree on New Election Road Map Amid Skepticism Over Implementation

Libya's Rival Factions Agree on New Election Road Map Amid Skepticism Over Implementation

Libya's rival political factions have agreed on a new UN-backed road map to hold presidential and parliamentary elections within 24 months, though analysts remain skeptical about its implementation.

The National|September 2, 2026|1
Honduran Court Dismisses Corruption Charges Against Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez Following US Pardon

Honduran Court Dismisses Corruption Charges Against Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernandez Following US Pardon

A Honduran court has dropped corruption charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernandez following a US pardon granted by President Donald Trump. Hernandez, who returned to the country in July, celebrated the ruling as the end of political persecution.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026
US House Speaker Mike Johnson Claims Lying Is Part of Iranian Religion Amid Defense of War

US House Speaker Mike Johnson Claims Lying Is Part of Iranian Religion Amid Defense of War

US House Speaker Mike Johnson defended President Donald Trump's war on Iran by claiming that lying is part of Iranians' religion, as public disapproval of the ongoing conflict continues to grow.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026|1
Germany Blames Russia for Failed Drone Attack at Leipzig-Halle Airport Amid Rising Tensions

Germany Blames Russia for Failed Drone Attack at Leipzig-Halle Airport Amid Rising Tensions

Germany has accused Russia of attempting a drone attack at the Leipzig-Halle airport and announced retaliatory measures, including shutting down a Russian consulate. The incident highlights growing security tensions between Europe and Moscow.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026|1
US House Approves Temporary Funding Measure to Avert Government Shutdown Ahead of Midterms

US House Approves Temporary Funding Measure to Avert Government Shutdown Ahead of Midterms

The US House of Representatives has approved a temporary spending measure to fund the federal government through December 11, averting a shutdown ahead of the November midterm elections.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
UN Nuclear Watchdog Sounds Alarm Over Urgent Need for Access to Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Stalled Inspections

UN Nuclear Watchdog Sounds Alarm Over Urgent Need for Access to Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Stalled Inspections

The UN nuclear watchdog has urged immediate action regarding restricted access to Iran's nuclear sites, warning that the lack of verification poses a serious proliferation concern.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026
Unpacking the Massive Israel-Greece Defence Deal and Its Regional Impact

Unpacking the Massive Israel-Greece Defence Deal and Its Regional Impact

The Achilles Shield military agreement between Israel and Greece marks one of Israel's largest defense deals, raising questions about regional stability amid tensions with Turkiye.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026
Guinea-Bissau Approves Controversial Referendum Expanding Presidential Powers Ahead of Elections

Guinea-Bissau Approves Controversial Referendum Expanding Presidential Powers Ahead of Elections

A referendum in Guinea-Bissau has approved a new constitution expanding presidential powers, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition and civil society groups ahead of upcoming elections.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Chinese President Xi Jinping Visits Egypt for the First Time in Ten Years

Chinese President Xi Jinping Visits Egypt for the First Time in Ten Years

China’s Xi makes his first visit to Egypt in a decade, captured in a short video clip.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema Secures Second Term Amid Contentious Election Controversy

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema Secures Second Term Amid Contentious Election Controversy

President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second term in Zambia following a disputed election that led to the arrest of opposition figures like Brian Mundubile.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1
Experts Tell Congress the US Must Empower Yemen and Regional Allies to Defeat Houthi Red Sea Threats

Experts Tell Congress the US Must Empower Yemen and Regional Allies to Defeat Houthi Red Sea Threats

During a congressional hearing, experts urged the US to empower Yemen's government and work with regional allies to effectively counter ongoing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

The National|September 1, 2026
UK Foreign Secretary Condemns Israeli Settlements in the Occupied West Bank

UK Foreign Secretary Condemns Israeli Settlements in the Occupied West Bank

The UK Foreign Secretary issues a condemnation regarding Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank in a recent video report.

Al Jazeera English|September 1, 2026|1