The week around the world in 20 pictures

The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a significant case concerning former President Trump's executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship for children born in the United States. Oral arguments are expected to take place early next year, with a ruling anticipated in June.

President Trump recently made derogatory comments about Somalia, referring to Somali immigrants as 'garbage,' which has sparked disappointment and pushback from the Somali community both in Somalia and abroad. Many are highlighting the positive contributions of Somalis to society in response to these remarks.

The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place on December 5, 2025, in Washington, D.C., determining the group matchups for the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Mexico will open the tournament against South Africa, while defending champions Argentina will face Algeria in their first match.

Former President Donald Trump has released a new National Security Strategy that indicates a shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities, suggesting that Washington no longer needs to prioritize the Middle East. This document outlines a more isolationist approach, focusing on domestic interests and reducing engagement in overseas conflicts.

England has been drawn into Group L for the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Croatia, Panama, and Ghana, marking a rematch against Croatia from the 2018 semi-finals. The matches will take place across various cities in the US and Toronto, with specific venues and kick-off times to be announced soon.

The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been completed, determining the group stage matchups for the tournament that will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This event marks a significant milestone as it sets the stage for the competition featuring an expanded format of 48 teams.

The FIFA World Cup draw for 2026 will determine the group placements for 48 nations participating in the tournament scheduled from June 11 to July 19, 2026. This event is crucial as it sets the stage for the competition, traditionally highlighting a 'Group of Death' where top teams face off against each other.

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a significant case regarding former President Trump's executive order that seeks to restrict birthright citizenship for children born in the United States. This case arises from a lower court ruling that blocked the order, which aimed to clarify the provisions of the 14th Amendment concerning citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.