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US top Democrat Hakeem Jefferies says it’s a ‘hard yes’ on supporting efforts to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a vote that could be called this week. Jeffries is poised to become Speaker of the Democrat-controlled House of Representatives.

South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC), the party once led by Nelson Mandela, has suffered its worst-ever local elections result, securing just 30% of the vote. Al Jazeera’s Clement Manyathela reports on the historic setback.

A drone attack has halted production at the Khor Mor gas field in northern Iraq, causing widespread power outages across the Kurdish region. The facility supplies gas used to generate most of the region’s electricity. Al Jazeera’s Peter Smith reports from Baghdad.

India is celebrating Diwali with prayers, lights and fireworks marking one of the country’s biggest Hindu festivals, the annual festival of lights.

‘JD, habibi’ is going viral after Michigan Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed used the phrase to mock JD Vance in his victory speech. Now, the Arabic term of endearment is inspiring viral videos, memes, music, and even a political fundraising committee.

Video shows scenes of a sand cliff after it collapsed onto tents sheltering displaced families in Gaza. At least five people, including children, have been killed.

Rangoli makers in India are adapting to rising material costs by turning to organic alternatives, as families seek affordable ways to preserve the colourful Diwali tradition.

Israel’s president picks Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government, passing over Benjamin Netanyahu after inconclusive elections. In Gaza, the first winter storm flooded 70,000 tents sheltering displaced Palestinians.

Al Jazeera’s Nour Hegazy has the latest.

Egypt has reopened its embassy in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, after a 12-year closure. The step signals a shift in Cairo’s stance, following years of strongly backing eastern-based military commander Khalifa Haftar.

Some Haitians have cheered on El Salvadorian troops deployed to fight gangs which have almost taken control of the Haitian capital. El Salvador’s Bukele promised to wipe out the gangs after four of its citizens were kidnapped.

A small plane has made an emergency landing on a busy Florida road, much to the shock of drivers. The Cessna, which suffered mechanical failure, clipped a pickup truck, but no injuries were reported.

The Egyptian Football Association has sacked national team coach Hossam Hassan, cutting short a promising tenure after a historic run to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hassan’s marital issues had spilled into the public eye causing concerns over the team’s image.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk describes a deadly shooting in Krakow that killed six people and wounded 15 as an act of ‘terrorism’. Three more bodies, believed to be members of the suspect’s family, were found at his home.

Israel’s president had asked opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government over his rival Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Al Jazeera’s Nour Odeh explains how opposition to Netanyahu brought different political parties together.

Michigan Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has criticised Trump’s trade war with Canada, warning that US consumers pay the price through higher costs on Canadian goods. Speaking on Pod Save America, he mocked the tariffs days after becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate.

Police have clashed with protesters in Paris as Yellow Vests defied a ban on their rally, leading to the arrest of two coordinators. At least 146,000 people marched across France on Saturday against the soaring cost of living, marking the fourth straight week of protests.

Police used water cannons to disperse masked protesters in Albania’s capital, Tirana, as anti-government demonstrations entered their third week. Anger over alleged government corruption and poor education has fuelled unrest, posing a major challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama.

After surviving a devastating Israeli air strike on Beirut that left her in a coma and partially paralysed, former Lebanon national footballer Celine Haidar is rebuilding her life. Now 21, she is back on the pitch, coaching young players and refusing to give up on her dreams.

Yemen’s Houthis say at least 25 people have been killed and 30 injured in air strikes they blame on the Saudi-led coalition. Houthi-affiliated media report that nine attacks targeted telecommunications networks in Sa’ada governorate.

Israel is building roads and military outposts across southern Lebanon, with satellite imagery showing a network spanning nearly 90km, fuelling concerns over a prolonged Israeli military presence in the region. Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr reports from Baraachit.

Stephen Miller, US President Donald Trump’s incoming chief of staff, praises the president, crediting him with saving America and pledging unwavering loyalty.

Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani says the US remains willing to seek a solution to the conflict with Iran, even after the midterm elections changed the political landscape in Washington.