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Saudi Arabia downs missiles fired at Riyadh after Houthi attack on pipeline
Saudi Arabia’s coalition forces announced they intercepted three missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthis targeting Riyadh and the country’s southern region, amid ongoing attacks on regional infrastructure.
European diplomats press Rubio for a role in Russia-Ukraine talks
European foreign ministers pressed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Paris on Monday, insisting Europe must have a seat at the table in any Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations currently underway in Abu Dhabi.
Moscow summit tests Russia’s waning grip on former Soviet allies
A Moscow security summit will highlight tensions within Russia’s post-Soviet military alliance, with Armenia having frozen its participation since 2024 and questioning its continued membership in the bloc.
Firms tied to West Bank settlements win $15m UK deals despite sanctions
The UK awarded £10.7 million in public contracts to firms linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, despite recent government pledges to sanction such companies, an investigation reveals.
Palestine Weekly: West Bank on fire – and Gaza’s tents under water
A major storm flooded approximately 70,000 tents in Gaza, killing at least five people and causing $3 million in damage, as Israel restricts humanitarian aid and shelter supplies entering the territory.
US moves aircraft from second UK base over ‘threat from Iran’
The US military relocated aircraft from RAF Mildenhall in England to Germany and other locations following reported Iranian threat intelligence, marking the second UK airbase affected by security concerns.
Three workers die at Tata’s iPhone parts plant in India’s Tamil Nadu
Three contract workers died at a Tata Electronics iPhone parts plant in Tamil Nadu, India, after inhaling gas while inspecting a treatment tank on Monday.
Monday briefing: Can we change the system that protects men like Russell Brand?
Russell Brand was sentenced following his conviction on rape and sexual assault charges. The trial highlighted systemic barriers in prosecuting sexual abuse cases and the protective systems surrounding powerful perpetrators.
Congress is back after GOP’s midterm defeat. And, Trump appoints new chief of staff
President Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff following Republicans’ midterm defeat, while Congress faces a funding deadline and an Nvidia executive faces scrutiny over alleged Chinese intelligence ties.
Israel’s president picks Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot to form government
Israel’s president has tasked Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party and Netanyahu’s chief rival, with forming a government following a deadlocked October election.
After a successful trip to Uruguay, Pope Leo heads to Argentina
Pope Leo XIV concluded his Uruguay visit by celebrating a Catholic feast day and praising women’s role in passing faith to younger generations, before heading to Argentina for the more politically sensitive portion of his South American tour.
Tony Abbott calls Julia Gillard’s famous misogyny speech ‘over the top’ and ‘unjustified’
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard recalled her famous 2012 misogyny speech, while Tony Abbott, her political opponent at the time, described it as over the top and unjustified during an ABC program.
Turkiye pushes electrification top of climate agenda as COP31 set to open
Turkey launches a global electrification pledge at COP31 aimed at increasing electricity to 35 percent of global energy demand by 2035, though climate advocates question whether the proposal adequately addresses fossil fuel dependence.
Smog blankets New Delhi as Diwali firecrackers worsen air quality
Heavy smog enveloped New Delhi following Diwali celebrations as residents set off firecrackers despite government restrictions, pushing air quality to severe levels.
Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina seeks passport in sign of Bangladesh return plan
Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has requested a new passport to facilitate her return from exile in India, indicating plans to surrender to court in December as previously promised.
Trump says his immigration policy ‘too tough’ for voters
President Trump acknowledged his immigration deportation policy may have been too extreme, citing voter dissatisfaction that contributed to Republican losses in midterm elections held last week.
Qatar PM to meet Trump: What’s the latest on US-Iran negotiations?
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed meets with Trump at the White House to discuss US-Iran nuclear negotiations as both nations trade warnings over potential military escalation.
Iran’s authorities harden domestic security controls amid US strike threats
Iran’s security apparatus is intensifying domestic controls amid ongoing conflict with the US, warning protesters of harsh penalties and cracking down on public gatherings perceived as threats to government authority.
Egypt’s reopening of its embassy in Tripoli signals regional shift on Libya
Egypt reopened its embassy in Tripoli after 12 years, signaling a shift from backing eastern forces to engaging with the internationally recognized western government amid regional changes.
US aims to cut off Iran’s transport of advanced weapons: What we know
The US has established Task Force Iron Gate to intercept Iranian weapons shipments via land routes and the Caspian Sea, while Iran announces plans for underground military production facilities.
Israeli forces release Palestinian journalist Abou Shhadeh
Israeli authorities released Palestinian journalist Abed Abou Shhadeh after detaining him for five days without charge, with his legal team asserting the detention lacked evidence.
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