Wave of euphoria sweeps the Arab world as Morocco become first Arab nation to advance to the last eight of World Cup.
Washington reiterates calls for ‘accountability’ although Israel ruled out criminal probe into killing of journalist.
A new deal between military leaders and political groups promises a civilian government and elections.
This will be the first time the Atlas Lions will feature in a World Cup quarter-final.
Moroccan fans celebrate at Education City Stadium after their team rewrote its footballing history on Tuesday.
Portugal manager Santos benches the captain after he reacted angrily to being substituted against South Korea.
Atlas Lions edge past Spain on penalties to become the first Arab country to reach World Cup quarter-finals.
Eleven others received lengthy prison sentences after being charged with killing a Basij soldier amid ongoing protests.
Initial agreements worth $29.26bn will be signed during Saudi-Chinese summit this week, the official Saudi agency said.
Their side has entered the final 16 of the World Cup for the first time in 36 years.
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‘The fans have been full of surprises this World Cup.’
Eight teams have booked their place in the quarter-finals after a series of thrilling round-of-16 matches in Qatar.
The three-time World Cup champion, hospitalised with colon cancer, continues to inspire fans globally.
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Critics fear the deal extends a lifeline to the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group which led the 2021 coup.
