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Division among US Democrats over Schumer’s leadership role
Democrat Chuck Schumer expressed confidence in retaining his Senate majority leader position following the party’s strong midterm performance, though at least seven newly elected Democratic senators have publicly resisted supporting him in next month’s leadership vote.
Control of Congress is at stake today. And, judge to consider motion in Clancy case
Voters head to polls today in a record-spending midterm election with potential for Democrats to regain Congressional control, while a judge considers dismissing charges in a Massachusetts murder case.
Canada joins coalition refusing to play ice hockey against Russia over Ukraine war
Canada and several other nations are refusing to compete against Russian ice hockey teams, with Prime Minister Mark Carney stating Russian athletes will not compete in next month’s world junior championship.
Israel’s election commission rejects Netanyahu claims of voting fraud
Israel’s election commission confirmed final voting results rejecting Netanyahu’s fraud claims after his coalition lost its governing majority in last week’s election.
Abdul El-Sayed welcomes Trump’s plan to cut Israel aid, calls for end to arms sales
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Senate race and became the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate, supporting Trump’s proposal to cut military aid to Israel.
Protesters to join nationwide march as France braces for day of strike action
Hundreds of thousands are expected to participate in nationwide demonstrations and strike action across France on Thursday, with unions opposing government budget cuts affecting public services and workers’ wages.
Has Britain finally pulled off a diplomatic victory in the row over reparations?
British officials claim a diplomatic breakthrough at the Commonwealth summit by offering a formal apology on slavery while proposing debt restructuring discussions, aiming to refocus the agenda away from reparations.
Has India’s democracy failed its Muslims? Jailed scholar triggers debate
Muslim scholar Sharjeel Imam, imprisoned in New Delhi, sparked debate by questioning whether India’s democracy has failed its 200 million Muslims, alleging systemic marginalization and claiming secularism and Hindu nationalism share core ideas.
New Zealand braces for knife-edge election: What you need to know
New Zealand holds a knife-edge election on November 7, with the centre-right National Party and centre-left Labour Party polling nearly evenly, leaving smaller parties positioned to determine the outcome.
Has Britain finally pulled off a diplomatic victory in the row over reparations?
British officials claim a diplomatic breakthrough at the Commonwealth summit by offering a formal apology on slavery while proposing debt restructuring discussions, aiming to refocus the agenda away from reparations.
Has India’s democracy failed its Muslims? Jailed scholar triggers debate
Muslim scholar Sharjeel Imam, imprisoned in New Delhi, sparked debate by questioning whether India’s democracy has failed its 200 million Muslims, alleging systemic marginalization and claiming secularism and Hindu nationalism share core ideas.
New Zealand braces for knife-edge election: What you need to know
New Zealand holds a knife-edge election on November 7, with the centre-right National Party and centre-left Labour Party polling nearly evenly, leaving smaller parties positioned to determine the outcome.
South Korea plans to expand anti-piracy operations closer to Hormuz Strait
South Korea plans to expand its naval anti-piracy operations to waters closer to the Strait of Hormuz, extending the Cheonghae unit’s mandate following U.S. pressure regarding Iran.
Russia says it hit Ukrainian postal hub and ship as Ukraine strikes Ryazan
Russia claimed strikes on Ukrainian postal and cargo infrastructure while Ukrainian drones targeted a Russian oil refinery and industrial sites in Ryazan, with both sides reporting casualties.
Israel extends detention of Palestinian journalist Abed Abou Shhadeh
An Israeli court extended the detention of Palestinian journalist Abed Abou Shhadeh until November 8 after his arrest this week on suspicion of contact with a foreign agent.
US sanctions Indian and Turkish firms accused of helping Iran
The US sanctioned Indian and Turkish companies accused of helping Iran circumvent oil export restrictions and operating airlines under false designations.
A month after Yemen government offensive began, war of attrition takes hold
A month into Yemen’s government offensive against Houthi fighters, the conflict has shifted toward a prolonged war of attrition with mounting casualties and no immediate resolution in sight.
Yemeni government forces claim control of strategic al-Jawf mountain range
Yemeni government forces claim they have seized control of the al-Dahida mountain range in al-Jawf province during an ongoing offensive against Houthi fighters, while fighting escalates across multiple fronts.
French blood storage impacted by freezer hacks as theories swirl about culprits
French blood storage facilities were compromised by hackers targeting refrigeration systems, though staff prevented damage and no blood products were lost. Authorities investigate multiple theories about the attackers’ identity.
Spain’s deadly train crashes have damaged public confidence in the system
A high-speed train crash near Urda in Spain killed 69 people, marking the second deadly rail incident in nine months and severely damaging public confidence in the nation’s rail system ahead of elections.
Israel’s president begins consultations with parties after election deadlock
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog has begun consultations with political parties to form a governing coalition following last week’s general election, which produced no clear majority winner among competing blocs.
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