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Tournament favorites France take on Morocco, the first African team to reach a World Cup semifinal, in the quarterfinal match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals feature a key match between title favorites France and African champions Morocco, with injury concerns impacting both teams.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 7:05 AM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f3f5f7%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23cc0000%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EWORLD%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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An investigation reveals Morocco used Israeli spyware to monitor French ministers, including Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, as he prepares to visit Rabat to bolster bilateral ties.
France 24 English | Jul 16, 2026, 10:24 AM
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European champions Spain will meet Belgium in the World Cup quarter-finals, with the winner set to face Kylian Mbappé's France in a highly anticipated semi-final.
France 24 English | Jul 10, 2026, 9:55 AM
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Morocco supporters in Boston express strong belief in their team despite injury setbacks and remain cautious about facing France in the upcoming World Cup quarterfinal.
Al Jazeera | Jul 9, 2026, 9:39 AM
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Eight teams advance to the World Cup quarterfinals as Egypt raises officiating bias allegations and FIFA faces scrutiny over VAR decisions and US political intervention.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 9:13 AM
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Following wildfire-related evacuations, Spain has allowed residents to return to Avila province and parts of Madrid, while France experiences increasing temperatures with major heat warnings.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 29, 2026, 7:19 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced a plan to establish a $20 billion company to manage the World Cup with private investors including the Kushner family, drawing immediate criticism from Europe’s UEFA.
France 24 English | Jul 29, 2026, 2:58 AM
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Firefighters have contained major wildfires in France and Spain, allowing residents to return home, but Western Europe faces another heatwave starting Wednesday, raising concerns about future fire risks.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 28, 2026, 4:17 PM
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French President Emmanuel Macron convened an interministerial meeting amid ongoing wildfires that have destroyed hundreds of homes and forced evacuations in southwestern France.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 27, 2026, 1:17 PM
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Authorities in France and Spain battle massive wildfires amid a new heatwave warning, with tens of thousands evacuated and some residents beginning to return.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 9:40 AM
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After 13 consecutive nights of US strikes targeting Iranian coastal areas, both the United States and Tehran have paused attacks to allow space for renewed ceasefire talks.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 9:35 AM
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Wildfires near Bordeaux in southwest France and across regions in Spain have forced the evacuation of over 300,000 people amid record-high temperatures and challenging weather conditions.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 12:17 AM
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A lull in US air strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks has sparked hopes for renewed talks, while reports indicate Washington is restraining further escalation due to dwindling military supplies.
ABC Australia News | Jul 26, 2026, 9:27 AM
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Mali's ongoing conflict with jihadist groups, including Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), has prompted U.S. officials to weigh military action as the country faces instability and shifting alliances.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 3:14 PM
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The Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 faces criticism for imposing steep tariffs that could harm American families without compelling Russia to change its behavior.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 10:24 AM
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The ongoing conflict with Iran is framed as a pivotal moment for the West and Trump’s legacy, with comparisons to past foreign policy challenges.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 10:03 AM
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The Japan Meteorological Agency issues widespread heatstroke alerts amid deadly heatwave, introducing a new warning term for extreme temperatures.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 12:02 PM
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President Donald Trump declares US is "not finished" with attacks on Iran as military actions continue and diplomatic efforts falter.
France 24 English | Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 AM
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Spain’s World Cup winnings could be subject to up to 30% federal withholding tax under U.S. law for nonresident foreign athletes, sparking debate among lawmakers.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 12:26 AM
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Calls grow for France to intervene diplomatically regarding the detention of former Gabonese Prime Minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze amid President Brice Oligui Nguema's state visit to France.
Africanews | Jul 21, 2026, 6:55 AM
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Pedro Sanchez’s visit to Algeria marks the first in four years, aiming to restore relations strained by Spain’s 2022 support for Morocco’s claim over Western Sahara.
France 24 English | Jul 21, 2026, 2:05 AM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%239fd2d6%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23c23b22%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EWORLD%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Spain aims for its second World Cup title against four-time defending champions Argentina, with key players and coaches reflecting on the challenge ahead.
ABC Australia News | Jul 19, 2026, 6:51 PM
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Spain's patient possession style clashes with Argentina's resilient defense as coaches Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni meet in the 2026 World Cup final.
France 24 English | Jul 19, 2026, 6:08 PM