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On the road to Rogun Dam, Tajikistan’s ‘greatest dream’
Al Jazeera visits the site of the Rogun dam construction, Tajikistan’s ‘Project of the Century’.
![The Roghun Dam represents a great national idea in a country that knows the meaning of winter cold, power outages, and a rugged geography. [Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/xxx-1779999346-1780063299.webp?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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Messi’s GOAT statue in India to be removed over safety concerns
Statue to honour World Cup winner Lionel Messi, unveiled during his GOAT tour of India, unstable on busy Kolkata road.
Sanctions fears as Kyrgyzstan shutters companies suspected of aiding Russia
Crackdown on 50 firms is rooted in Bishkek’s own worries of being sanctioned, say analysts.
From: NewsFeed
Video: Muslims around the world attend Eid prayers
Millions of Muslims all around the world have united in prayers on the first day of Eid al-Adha.
Published On 27 May 2026
‘Naturally scared’: India’s Muslims denied public spaces for Eid prayers
Mosques are asking worshippers to pray in shifts, as authorities issue threats against congregations.
From: NewsFeed
Is the viral ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ a threat to Modi’s government?
Al Jazeera’s @avawarrinerr explores the rise of the Cockroach Janta Party.
Published On 26 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
Climber carries kite with Palestinian children’s dreams to Everest summit
Climber carries kite with Palestinian children’s dreams to Everest summit
Published On 26 May 2026
World Cup broadcast hopes boosted in India as Zee Entertainment in talks
Broadcasting rights for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India have been at a deadlock only weeks ahead of June 11 kickoff.
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India, US strike critical minerals deal: What’s in it, why does it matter?
Agreement is latest signed by the US as it seeks to diversify its rare earths supply chain.
Pakistan and China reach ‘new broad consensus’ on boosting ties
A joint statement says the countries aim to boost the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and develop Gwadar port.
Taiwan monitors ‘unprovoked’ Chinese combat patrol near island
Taiwan reports second Chinese ‘joint combat readiness patrol’ in a week, says its forces responded to the situation.
