South Pacific archipelago under French sovereignty
On April 1, 2026, Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated four-time World Cup champions Italy in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, ending Italy's streak of World Cup appearances and securing Bosnia's place in the 2026 tournament. Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso resigned following the loss. The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams across North America, with Bosnia placed in Group B.
Voters have cast ballots in Algeria’s parliamentary elections as turnout remains a challenge, with the government promoting participation while some candidates are barred for alleged illicit links. Campaign enthusiasm is low, and rights groups warn that space for opposition has narrowed.