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  1. Israeli opposition leaders back Gadi Eisenkot to form governmentOpposition leaders have aligned behind Gadi Eisenkot in a bid to oust Benjamin Netanyahu following the recent election deadlock. Meanwhile, President Isaac Herzog has begun…
  2. Russian airstrikes kill at least 38 in Ukraine; Zelenskyy seeks US pressureFresh Russian aerial attacks killed at least 38 people over 24 hours, striking a hospital, a hospice, and a village aid center. Officials report that nine 3,000kg bombs hit the…
  3. ET Government reports: India and France discuss 114 fighter jets and submarinesIndia and France are reportedly advancing defense ties through discussions on the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter aircraft and submarines. According to ET Government, the two…
  4. US says it has revoked more than 300,000 visas under Trump's current termThe US State Department said on Sunday it has revoked more than 300,000 visas under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling it the most in American history, The Indian Express…
  5. US midterm elections reach final stage as parties compete for congressional controlThe US midterm campaign has entered its final days with both parties vying for congressional control. Donald Trump held late rallies in Iowa and Kansas, while voters prioritize…
  6. More than 43 million ballots cast in US midterms, BBC reportsMore than 43 million ballots have been cast in the US midterms, according to BBC reports. Hispanic voters are reportedly contributing to the surge, with early participation…
  7. China denies reports of spy operation targeting Nvidia CEOChina has formally denied allegations that a businesswoman conducted an intelligence-gathering operation against Nvidia’s CEO. The denial follows reports from The New York Times…
  8. The Indian Express reports Chinese intelligence agencies targeted Nvidia CEO Jensen HuangAccording to a report from The Indian Express, Chinese intelligence agencies targeted Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. While the report indicates that Chinese operatives focused on the…
  9. Israel's election results in fragmented Knesset as Netanyahu bloc leadsIsrael’s election has produced no clear winner despite high voter turnout. With 85% of ballots counted, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud-led bloc is set for 53 seats in…
  10. Israel conducts national elections amid projected government formation delaysIsrael has entered a pivotal election cycle. Reports indicate that the process of forming a new government may be protracted, with potential for significant delays following the…
  11. Norway and Finland leaders hold rare diplomatic call with Vladimir PutinThe leaders of Norway and Finland held a rare diplomatic call with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the conflict in Ukraine. During the engagement, Finland’s President…
  12. Netanyahu shares AI-generated nuclear blast image ahead of Israel's general electionPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shared an AI-generated image of a nuclear explosion over Tel Aviv, stating that Israel faces "existential danger." The development comes…
  13. Lula secures fourth term as Brazil president after runoff victoryIncumbent President Lula won a fourth term following a narrow victory in Brazil’s presidential runoff. Lula, a left-wing candidate, overcame an initial deficit from the first…
  14. BBC reports Ukraine remains heavily dependent on Starlink without viable alternativesUkraine continues to rely heavily on Elon Musk’s Starlink network for internet services. According to BBC reporting, no comparable alternative to the satellite network currently…
  15. Serbia's Vučić concedes election defeat to student-led movement, BBC reportsAfter 12 years in power, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has conceded defeat in national elections. According to the BBC, Vučić stated it is "clear" his Serbian Progressive…
  16. White House says Melania Trump brokered ceasefire for occupied Ukrainian city OleshkyThe White House announced that Melania Trump brokered a truce and evacuation agreement for the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky. Both Ukraine and Russia have confirmed the deal,…
  17. BBC: US diplomatic push for Ukraine peace faces resistance from MoscowA new U.S. diplomatic effort aimed at securing peace in Ukraine currently offers little prospect of an immediate breakthrough. According to the BBC, President Vladimir Putin…
  18. Iran UN envoy warns of 'relentless threats' from U.S. and Israel, Indian Express reportsIran's representative to the United Nations has officially warned against what Tehran describes as persistent threats from the United States and Israel. This statement comes amid…
  19. BBC reports: US President blocks new Russian sanctions to aid peace talksPresident Trump halted the implementation of numerous sanctions on Russia just two days before they were scheduled to take effect. According to the BBC, the administration…
  20. BBC reports Zelensky adviser claims US intelligence restrictions impair Ukraine's defenseSerhii Beskrestnov, an adviser to President Zelensky, told the BBC that US intelligence-sharing restrictions prevent adequate warning time for incoming missile attacks. In…
  21. Indian Express: 1,200 arrested in France as violent protests result in city hall fireViolent protests across France have led to 1,200 arrests, according to The Indian Express. The unrest included the destruction of a historic city hall in Limoges and widespread…
  22. The Indian Express reports: Marco Rubio outlines potential 60-day tariff relief planAccording to The Indian Express, Marco Rubio has outlined a framework for potential tariff relief for India regarding Russia-related trade measures. The proposal reportedly…
  23. BBC reports: Overnight attack on St Petersburg hits oil facilities and data centreA deadly overnight attack in St Petersburg struck energy infrastructure and a data centre hosting Russia’s equivalent of Facebook. According to the BBC, the strikes resulted in…
  24. Italian defence minister says Trump is 'completely wrong' to restrict Ukraine supportItalian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto told the BBC that potential US restrictions on support for Ukraine risk prolonging the conflict. Crosetto characterized any effort to…
  25. Trump reportedly waives Russia sanctions amid shifting Ukraine strategyPresident Trump has reportedly issued temporary waivers for several recently enacted Congressional sanctions against Russia. The move, occurring amid a tense diplomatic period…
  26. The Indian Express reports: Iran denies accusations of involvement in Houthi attacksIran has officially denied allegations from Saudi Arabia regarding its involvement in recent Houthi-led attacks. The denial follows a series of reports concerning ongoing…
  27. Ukraine offensive gains ground as reports emerge of Starlink speed curbsUkraine's Operation Vivaldi is advancing in the Donbas, though the offensive is facing friction over satellite connectivity. While the BBC reports that speed curbs on the…
  28. BBC reports Russia accuses Ukraine of oil refinery strike after Zelensky ends pauseRussia has accused Ukraine of striking an oil refinery following President Zelensky's announcement that Ukraine’s pause on targeting Russian energy sites has ended. The shift…
  29. Singapore-flagged ship sinks in Strait of Hormuz after projectile and mine strikesThe Singapore-flagged container ship GFS Pride sank in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. Maritime authorities report that all 21 crew members were evacuated safely. According to…
  30. Wipro says US green card filing suspension has no immediate business impactWipro stated that the reported US suspension of PERM green card filings for major IT firms—including Microsoft, Cognizant, TCS, and HCL—has no business impact on its operations.…
  31. Ukraine reports six energy sites hit since Trump proposed ceasefirePresident Volodymyr Zelensky reports that Russia has struck six Ukrainian energy sites since US President Donald Trump proposed an energy infrastructure ceasefire. While Zelensky…
  32. Houthi drone and missile strike on Riyadh airport kills one, injures tenA Houthi drone and missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has resulted in the death of one Indian national and injuries to ten others. Saudi authorities…
  33. BBC reports: Houthi strikes hit Riyadh airport and oil facilitiesThe Houthi group claims to have conducted weekend attacks on Riyadh, reportedly resulting in 13 deaths. According to BBC reporting, these strikes targeted two airports, including…
  34. The Indian Express reports: Tehran lists seven conditions for ending conflict with the USThe Indian Express reports that Tehran has outlined seven specific conditions intended to end the ongoing war involving the United States. While the source identifies the…
  35. BBC reports on tactical challenges facing Saudi forces against Houthi fightersAccording to BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner, the Iran-backed Houthi movement employs a combination of precision strikes and guerrilla warfare. These persistent tactics…
  36. The Indian Express reports: footage shows strike at Riyadh airportNewly released video footage appears to show a strike at Riyadh airport. According to The Indian Express, the recording captures a blast at the terminal while Umrah pilgrims were…
  37. Indian Express reports: Iran deems US response on Hormuz reopening insufficientIran has officially characterized the United States' recent response regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as insufficient. This development occurs amid wider regional…
  38. BBC reports: Russian glide bomb strike on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 20A Russian glide bomb strike on Zaporizhzhia killed at least 20 people, including children, according to the BBC and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky characterized…
  39. BBC reports: President Trump claims energy ceasefire in social media postPresident Trump has announced an energy ceasefire via social media. According to the BBC, the declaration reportedly caught Ukrainian officials by surprise, and the Russian…
  40. BBC reports German police charge Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream sabotage probeAfter a four-year investigation, German authorities have identified a Ukrainian man accused of participating in the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines. The suspect is now…
  41. ET Government reports: India expands defense exports of Akash missiles to Central AsiaIndia has reportedly begun supplying Akash missile systems to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. According to ET Government, these exports represent a shift in New Delhi’s defense…
  42. BBC reports: US imposes sanctions on ICC as tribunal condemns moveThe United States has implemented sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court (ICC). The tribunal has formally condemned the move, characterizing the sanctions as an…
  43. BBC reports Saudi-backed forces say they have retaken Mocha in YemenSaudi-backed forces report they have seized the port city of Mocha, situated near the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The Yemeni military states this operation marks the beginning of a…
  44. BBC reports US voters to head to polls for midterm elections on November 3According to a BBC report, US voters are scheduled to participate in midterm elections on November 3, 2026. The report notes that the ballot could have a significant impact on…
  45. BBC reports: Parti Québécois projected to win minority in Quebec electionThe Parti Québécois is projected to secure a minority government in the Quebec election, according to BBC reports. Following the result, the party has committed to holding a…
  46. BBC reports Kenya confirms first Ebola death linked to DR Congo outbreakKenya has confirmed its first Ebola death. The patient had recently resided in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the BBC reports more than 4,000 people have died from the…
  47. Euromaidan Press reports Moldova summoned Russia's ambassador after five weapons exploded across four districtsMoldovan authorities summoned the Russian ambassador after five Russian aerial weapons breached Moldovan airspace and exploded across four districts. The detonations occurred…
  48. BBC reports: Yemen government announces all-out war against Houthis to reclaim landYemen's president has announced an all-out war to reclaim land controlled by Houthi forces, according to BBC reporting. The declaration comes amid an ongoing exchange of strikes…
  49. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Kyiv and pledges new military aidGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Kyiv to pledge new military aid to Ukraine. The visit coincided with intensified Russian attacks targeting civilian…
  50. US Pacific Command chief Samuel Paparo arrives in India for six-day defense talksUS Pacific Command Chief Admiral Samuel Paparo arrived in New Delhi for six days of bilateral defense talks with Indian officials. Discussions focus on defense technology…
  51. US officials hold emergency Camp David summit on Middle East escalation, CBS News reportsSenior U.S. national security officials held an emergency summit at Camp David to discuss Middle East military escalation and Red Sea security, according to CBS News. The talks…
  52. Brazil holds first-round presidential election between Lula and Flávio BolsonaroOver 150 million voters cast ballots in Brazil's first-round presidential election, pitting incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva against conservative Senator Flávio…
  53. U.S. military completes full withdrawal from Iraq after 23 years, KLCC reportsThe U.S. military has completed the full departure of its forces from Iraq, concluding a 23-year military presence in the country, according to KLCC.
  54. english.news.cn reports: Supertanker Kazimah III catches fire off Omani coast after projectile attackThe 2.5-million-barrel oil tanker Kazimah III caught fire off the coast of Oman after being struck by a projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Official reports have…
  55. Russia strikes second major Kyiv bridge, mayor saysRussia has struck Kyiv's Northern Bridge following repeat attacks on another major crossing, according to Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko. Klitschko warned that Ukraine's capital faces a…
  56. FBI arrests US Energy Department engineer accused of aiding Houthi rebels, AP reportsThe FBI arrested a US Department of Energy electrical engineer charged with assisting Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Federal authorities allege the employee purchased drone…
  57. Trump and Netanyahu warn of retaliation after copilot attempts to crash Flydubai flightAn off-duty copilot attempted to crash an Israel-bound Flydubai passenger jet. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the pilot acted under radical Islamist…
  58. BBC reports: Ethiopia and Eritrea cut diplomatic ties as northern conflict escalatesEthiopia and Eritrea have severed diplomatic relations amid escalating conflict, according to BBC reporting. The rupture occurs as Ethiopian government forces battle rebel…
  59. Putin says Russia is ready to use every weapon to protect Kaliningrad, BBC reportsRussian President Vladimir Putin warned Western leaders that Moscow is prepared to use every weapon to protect Kaliningrad. Putin stated that Russia is not threatening anyone and…
  60. US and UK complete troop withdrawal from Iraq, ending anti-IS missionThe United States and the United Kingdom have concluded their anti-Islamic State military mission in Iraq and withdrawn remaining troops. The departure ends Operation Inherent…
  61. US sanctions 10 entities across Iran, Hong Kong, and Pakistan over military procurement networkThe US Department of the Treasury penalized 10 individuals and entities across Iran, Hong Kong, and Pakistan under an initiative named Operation Economic Outcast. The targeted…
  62. Russia launches major overnight strikes on Ukrainian energy grid across 11 regions, PM saysRussian forces launched overnight strikes targeting energy infrastructure across 11 regions, according to Ukraine's prime minister. The offensive marks the largest attack on the…
  63. ET Government reports: Prime Minister Modi raises US sanctions concerns in call with President TrumpIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump discussed bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, critical technologies, and energy during a phone call. During…
  64. BBC reports: Estonia accuses Russia of arson attack on defense company supplying UkraineEstonian authorities have blamed Russia for an arson attack targeting a domestic defense company that supplies Ukraine. The accusation occurs alongside broader claims that Russia…
  65. Russian missile attacks halt production across Ukraine's remaining steelworks, BBC reportsRelentless missile attacks have caused Ukraine's remaining steelworks to all but grind to a halt, according to a BBC report. The strikes targeted facilities across the country's…
  66. Indian Navy chief warns 40 to 50 foreign warships operate in Indian OceanIndian Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan warned of increasing militarization in the Indian Ocean, stating that 40 to 50 foreign warships maintain a continuous presence in…
  67. US and China release tariff cut lists covering $60 billion in tradeFollowing a Washington summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, the US and China released reciprocal lists cutting import duties on $30 billion of non-sensitive goods per…
  68. BBC reports: UK government holds talks with US to block Donald Trump's threatened diesel export banThe UK government has entered talks with the US to stop a threatened ban on diesel exports outlined by Donald Trump. Minister John Healey confirmed active diplomatic discussions…
  69. cbsnews.com reports: US and Iran resume indirect talks after Trump rejects Tehran's ceasefire proposalThe United States and Iran have restarted indirect diplomatic contacts through mediators after US President Donald Trump rejected Tehran's proposed seven-day ceasefire regarding…
  70. Denmark announces trilateral defense agreement with US and GreenlandDenmark announced a trilateral defense pact with the United States and Greenland at the UN General Assembly. The agreement expands U.S. military infrastructure in the Arctic and…
  71. BBC reports: Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić resigns following anti-corruption protestsSerbian President Aleksandar Vučić has resigned following sustained public protests over corruption allegations against his administration. His departure paves the way for early…
  72. fmprc.gov.cn reports: China and US establish bilateral framework at Washington summitChina and the United States reached eight deliverables to establish strategic stability during a presidential summit in Washington, according to China's Ministry of Foreign…
  73. India launches maritime safety initiative at UNGA to address vessel attacksIndia has launched a maritime safety initiative at the United Nations General Assembly aimed at protecting commercial vessels and seafarers. The group seeks to bring together…
  74. WTO establishes panel to review EU carbon border mechanism following Russian challengeThe World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Body agreed on September 25 to establish a dispute panel to review the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.…
  75. Iran offers deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz in seven days, BBC reportsIran has offered a deal to the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. A US official told the BBC that "constructive discussions" are taking place through…
  76. BBC reports: Poland attributes Starlink station fire to sabotage amid Danish warning on RussiaPoland says a fire at a local Starlink satellite station was an act of sabotage, according to government statements. The facility helps provide internet coverage to neighboring…
  77. Iranian president rejects US threats at UN as talks target Strait of Hormuz reopeningAt the 81st UN General Assembly, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran will never "bend the knee" to the U.S., responding to U.S. President Trump's threat to…
  78. BBC reports: Trump offers Xi two-month tariff truce as Washington summit yields limited progressUS President Donald Trump offered Chinese President Xi Jinping a two-month truce on tariffs during Xi’s first Washington visit in a decade. Despite diplomatic pageantry, a state…
  79. hindustantimes.com reports: Indian seafarer killed in missile attack on bulk carrier off OmanAn Indian crew member died and 19 seafarers were rescued after a missile struck the bulk carrier MV Cape Dao off Oman. The vessel was en route to India. In response, New Delhi…
  80. Trump's Board of Peace unveils $2.45 billion Gaza reconstruction plan at UNGATrump's Board of Peace unveiled a $2.45 billion plan to begin the reconstruction of Gaza. The financial target was announced during a meeting of the group's board held on the…
  81. India raises concerns with US over law imposing tariffs on Russian crudeIndian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to express concern over the newly enacted Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. The law mandates…
  82. US signs defense deal with Denmark to build two military bases in GreenlandThe United States and Denmark signed a bilateral defense agreement at the UN General Assembly allowing the US to construct two military bases in Greenland. The deal explicitly…
  83. F-35 fighter jets to make Indian exercise debut in Tarang Shakti 2026, ET Government reportsThe Indian Air Force will feature F-35 fighter aircraft in an exercise in India for the first time during Tarang Shakti 2026, according to ET Government. The IAF plans to use the…
  84. Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Washington as AI competition frames talksUS President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, DC, with a red carpet welcome and a military flyover featuring two B-1 bombers. The summit focused…
  85. US President Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran in UN speech, BBC reportsUS President Donald Trump threatened extreme action against Iran, including a warning to "annihilate" the country, during a speech at the United Nations General Assembly. Trump…
  86. G7 calls on Iran to stop arming Houthis ahead of UN General AssemblyAhead of the United Nations General Assembly, the Group of Seven called on Iran to cease arming Houthi forces in Yemen. The bloc also condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia "in…
  87. BBC reports EU removes Russian business leaders Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from sanctions listThe European Union has removed Russian business leaders Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its official sanctions list. Both individuals maintain close ties to Russian…
  88. German voting opens as Chancellor Merz faces pressure over party performanceVoting is underway in German elections that could decide the political fate of Chancellor Merz. According to the BBC, Merz faces intense political pressure, which is expected to…
  89. Houthis target Riyadh energy infrastructure as Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missileYemen's Houthis launched missile and drone strikes targeting energy facilities in Riyadh and the Red Sea. Saudi Arabia issued its first air raid alerts for the capital since…
  90. US approves $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia, Economic Times reportsThe US State Department approved a $24.3 billion Foreign Military Sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, expanding the kingdom's advanced air power capabilities.
  91. internazionale.it reports: Russia and China veto UN resolution on Iran sanctions monitoringRussia and China have vetoed a UN Security Council resolution extending independent monitoring of international sanctions on Iran. The veto officially terminates the mandate of…
  92. US and Denmark reach security deal over Greenland, BBC reportsThe U.S. and Denmark have reached a security agreement concerning Greenland following annexation threats from Donald Trump. According to Trump, the deal grants the U.S. permanent…
  93. India and Bhutan sign ₹4,000 crore concessional line of credit for energy projectsIndia and Bhutan signed an agreement for a ₹4,000 crore concessional line of credit to fund energy projects in Bhutan during an official visit by Indian External Affairs Minister…
  94. Canada welcomes EU proposal for associate membership statusCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada welcomes an EU proposal to grant the country associate membership status, stating a formal alliance would create a "beacon for…
  95. BBC reports: Macron orders French government to protect infrastructure against Russian hybrid attacksFrench President Emmanuel Macron has tasked his government with protecting critical infrastructure and defense industry sites. The directive follows Macron's warning that Russian…
  96. UN experts report reasonable grounds US committed war crimes in Iran strikesA UN-backed human rights panel reported reasonable grounds to believe recent US air strikes in Iran violated international humanitarian law and killed at least 178 civilians.…
  97. Leaked photos show widespread damage at US Gulf bases after Iranian strikes, BBC reportsPhotos provided by active military personnel to news outlets show extensive structural and equipment damage at US military bases in the Gulf following Iranian strikes. Imagery…
  98. Pentagon inspector general confirms US munitions shortfalls, BBC reportsA Pentagon inspector general confirmed that war with Iran has caused shortfalls in US military munitions. The watchdog also identified resupply bottlenecks, contrasting with…
  99. US accuses Russia of targeting Ukrainian allies after FBI charges five menThe FBI charged five men with conspiring to intimidate, threaten, or murder individuals on US soil and around the world. According to US authorities, Russia orchestrated the plot…
  100. EU chief backs plan for Canada to become associate memberThe EU chief has endorsed a plan for Canada to seek associate member status in the European Union. Canada is pursuing closer ties with the bloc following a breakdown in relations…
  101. US confirms deployment of space weapon in Earth's orbit, BBC reportsThe United States has confirmed the deployment of a space weapon in Earth's orbit, according to BBC reports. The announcement marks the first time Washington has publicly…
  102. Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, BBC reportsOman reported two sailors missing after the oil tanker El Gaia was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. Accounts of the strike differ: Iran said the vessel caught fire after hitting…
  103. BRICS leaders adopt New Delhi Declaration on local currency settlement and reformAt the 18th summit, BRICS leaders unanimously adopted the 140-paragraph New Delhi Declaration outlining a roadmap for institutional reform and Global South representation. The…
  104. Russian drone strikes Kyiv-Warsaw passenger train near Polish borderA Russian drone struck a Ukrainian passenger train on the Kyiv-Warsaw line near the Polish border, damaging a stationary locomotive. The strike occurred shortly after former UK…
  105. Houthis reportedly seize strategic Perim Island and Yemen's Red Sea coastlineIran-backed Houthi forces have reportedly seized Perim Island and completed a takeover of Yemen's Red Sea coastline. The rapid advance grants the group operational control over…
  106. China confirms Xi Jinping will visit India for BRICS summit in New DelhiChina confirmed President Xi Jinping will travel to New Delhi for the upcoming BRICS summit, marking his first trip to India in nearly seven years. The diplomatic visit comes as…
  107. Yemen's Houthis reportedly seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha, BBC reportsYemen’s Iran-backed Houthi forces have reportedly seized the Red Sea port of Mokha, though details and formal confirmation remain limited. If confirmed, the capture brings the…
  108. IAEA reports North Korea has built two-storey uranium enrichment facilityThe International Atomic Energy Agency announced that North Korea has constructed a two-storey uranium enrichment facility. The UN nuclear watchdog described the newly identified…
  109. Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin to hold bilateral talks ahead of BRICS summitIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet on Friday to discuss defence, nuclear energy, and trade. The talks mark their…
  110. Iran referred to UN Security Council over nuclear non-compliance, BBC reportsIran has been referred to the UN Security Council following a resolution on its nuclear non-compliance. Tehran condemned the resolution and rejected the decision, blaming US and…
  111. US Central Command destroys five Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island, CBS News reportsUS Central Command targeted and destroyed five Iranian oil carriers linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps near Kharg Island. The action followed repeated missile…
  112. Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave over national security concernsHungary has ordered 10 Russian diplomats to leave the country over national security concerns and incompatible activities. The expulsions mark a formal policy shift by Budapest's…
  113. BBC reports: UK imposes trade ban and sanctions on West Bank settlements, prompting Israeli retaliationBritain has introduced sanctions and a trade ban on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with the UK foreign secretary accusing settlers of the 'ethnic cleansing' of…
  114. Saudi Arabia vows response after Houthi attacks cause oil fires and injure 73, BBC reportsSaudi Arabia vowed to retaliate after Yemeni Houthi forces launched strikes on cities and energy infrastructure across the country. According to Saudi authorities, the attacks…
  115. BBC reports: Ukraine expects war to continue into winter after US diplomatic talks yield no breakthroughUS envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held talks in Kyiv with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin. No major breakthrough was…
  116. Germany's AfD projected to win 44% of vote in eastern state electionGermany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is projected to win 44% of the vote in an eastern state election, far ahead of the conservatives at 17%. The party hailed…