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Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed as Islamabad, Kabul trade accusations
Afghanistan reported killing 28 fighters who allegedly crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan province, while Islamabad dismissed the claims as baseless and accused Kabul of harboring terrorists.
Mike Waltz: US offered to sell Iran uranium for civilian programme
A top US official said the Trump administration offered to sell Iran uranium for civilian use during negotiations to end conflict, but Iran declined the proposal.
South Korea, Ukraine relations sour over North Korean POW transfer
South Korea’s president expressed strong regret over Ukraine’s disclosure of transferring two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul, claiming Ukraine violated a confidentiality agreement meant to protect the soldiers.
What is kratom, the ‘gas station heroin’ alarming officials in the US
Kratom, an herbal product with opioid-like effects sold over-the-counter in many US locations, has sparked official warnings following deaths of two university students, though experts cite lack of federal regulation as the primary safety concern.
EU unlocks humanitarian aid for crises worldwide
The European Union announced over 710 million euros in humanitarian aid for crisis-affected populations worldwide, with particular focus on Africa, displaced communities, and conflict zones.
Detained Tunisian flotilla activists: Worsening health amid family anguish
Four Tunisian activists detained since March over alleged financial irregularities in Gaza aid flotilla fundraising face deteriorating health conditions while in pretrial detention, causing severe distress to their families.
Northern Ireland protesters block Catholic area before Orange Order march
Northern Ireland’s High Court approved an Orange Order march through a Catholic area for the first time in 28 years, prompting protesters including political leaders to block the route.
Israel’s Netanyahu criticises opposition uniting against him for elections
Israeli opposition leaders coordinated strategy ahead of October 27 elections, meeting to align efforts against Prime Minister Netanyahu, who criticized their unity.
UK police evacuate homes near airbase used by US
UK police evacuated homes near RAF Fairford, a US military airbase in southwestern England, and arrested several men on suspicion of explosives-related offences after declaring a major incident.
Could the White House try its press ban again? A press freedom expert explains
A federal judge restored White House press access to three news outlets after a ban, but legal experts say the administration could potentially attempt similar restrictions again if it follows proper procedures.
Defiance, threats and a ‘rebirth’: five key points from day two of the UN’s big gathering
The UN General Assembly convenes amid global crises, with leaders addressing the Middle East conflict, great power tensions, and Ukraine’s war. Key speeches from Iran, Venezuela, and Ukraine dominated day two discussions on regional conflicts and international relations.
Needy couples got cash and a spending plan. Results were good — and bad
A Liberian cash transfer program gave couples equal money and joint financial planning, boosting income but surprisingly increasing intimate partner violence among high-risk households.
Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
Poland’s government designated a fire at a Starlink satellite station as deliberate sabotage, attributing it to Russian operations. Denmark’s intelligence service warned of escalating hybrid threats from Russia against NATO allies.
Trump and Xi strike cordial tone at summit amid underlying tensions
Trump and Xi Jinping held a summit marked by cordial remarks, but underlying tensions persisted across technology, trade, and Middle East policy disputes.
Saudi-led coalition says shot down 6 ballistic missiles launched by Houthis
Saudi-led coalition forces report intercepting six ballistic missiles fired by Yemen’s Houthis toward Saudi cities including Taif and Yanbu on Thursday, amid escalating regional tensions.
Trump invites Putin to Miami G20: Why that matters
The US has invited Russian President Putin to Miami’s G20 summit in December as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Greek PM Mitsotakis urges Burnham to return Elgin Marbles
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called on Andy Burnham to find the political will to return the Elgin Marbles to Greece, arguing the sculptures should be permanently repatriated rather than loaned.
France says EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ law should not include the UK
France pushes to exclude the UK from the EU’s “Made in Europe” industrial policy, which aims to favor European companies in green technology and electric vehicle sectors, while other EU members debate the scope of inclusion.
Iranian-American group sues Trump over war
An Iranian American advocacy group has sued President Trump over military operations against Iran, arguing the conflict violates constitutional war powers checks and harms their members and families.
Democratic lawmakers accuse Trump administration of interference in Brazilian elections
31 Democratic lawmakers accused the Trump administration of interfering in Brazil’s presidential election scheduled for early October, citing tariffs and other measures allegedly designed to benefit a far-right candidate.
Israel’s policies threaten ‘very existence’ of Palestinians, Abbas tells UN
Palestinian Authority President Abbas told the UN that Israeli policies threaten the “very existence” of Palestinians, citing destruction in Gaza and settlement expansion in the West Bank.
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