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Israeli shelling continues as Lebanon’s PM demands withdrawal in UN speech
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and enforcement of the ceasefire at the UN, while Israeli shelling and demolitions continue on the ground.
Poland boosts air defence after ‘Russian provocations’ amid Ukraine war
Poland has heightened air defence following alleged Russian airspace incursions, with the Defence Minister announcing expanded protection measures including increased F-16 and helicopter patrols.
Trump’s plans for massive arch move ahead
President Trump’s plans to construct a 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery are advancing after a federal council ended required historic preservation consultations, despite growing opposition from Democratic lawmakers.
Iraqi airports halt Iranian flights after new US aviation sanctions
Four Iraqi airports suspended all flights to and from Iran following new US aviation sanctions on companies conducting business with Iranian airlines announced earlier this month.
UN expands list of firms involved in illegal Israeli settlement activities
The UN human rights office expanded its database of businesses linked to illegal Israeli settlements, adding 61 companies to bring the total to 214 firms across 11 countries.
Rick Wakeman performs piano concert to 150 rescued moon bears in Vietnam
Rick Wakeman performed a piano concert for 150 rescued moon bears at a Vietnamese sanctuary, raising awareness of bears kept in cruel conditions for bile extraction used in traditional medicine.
At least 41 die as boat capsizes in DRC’s Lake Tanganyika
At least 41 people died and 49 were rescued after a boat capsized on Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with search operations ongoing for remaining passengers.
Tata v Tata: What’s behind India’s big boardroom brawl?
A power struggle has erupted at India’s Tata Group, with the board of Tata Sons backing Chairman Chandrasekaran’s reappointment and a potential public listing, while majority shareholder Tata Trusts opposes the moves.
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.
Delcy Rodríguez poses with Trump in New York as Maduro languishes in jail nearby
Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez met with Donald Trump in New York, posing for photos while her predecessor Nicolás Maduro remains detained in a nearby Brooklyn prison.
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