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Bangladesh 2026 elections explained in maps and charts
With 127 million voters set for the February 12 election, Al Jazeera analyses key numbers for Bangladesh’s crucial vote.
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Mapping who controls what in Yemen in 2026
Al Jazeera examines the groups fighting for control in Yemen and the resulting humanitarian situation on the ground.
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Which countries host the largest Venezuelan populations?
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Greenland claims: How close have NATO members come to fighting each other?
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Why do 250 million Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7?
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All the big elections to look out for in 2026
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Which countries will start using the euro in 2026?
On January 1, Bulgaria will become the 21st country to adopt the European Union’s single currency.
All the countries Israel attacked in 2025: Animated map
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Christmas under occupation: Israeli attacks against Palestinian Christians
Fewer than 50,000 Christians now live in Palestine under threat from Israel’s illegal occupation and attacks.
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