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- 1Iran foreign minister says country ready for diplomacy and war▼Iran foreign minister says Iran ‘ready for diplomacy’ and ‘war at same time’: Full interview
Iran's foreign minister says Iran is 'ready for diplomacy' and 'war at the same time', in a full interview with NBC News. The remarks underline Tehran's dual stance as tensions remain high, signaling openness to negotiations while warning it is prepared for confrontation if talks fail.
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Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have passed 8,000, making it the deadliest Ebola outbreak on record. Health authorities and international aid organisations are working to contain the virus, but the scale of infections continues to grow, drawing global concern over the response effort and the risk of wider regional spread.
- 3Natural Gas Prices Surge as Diplomacy Fails and LNG Stays Tight▼Global Natural Gas Prices Surge as Diplomacy Fails, LNG Supplies Stay Tight
Natural gas prices are rising worldwide after diplomatic efforts failed to ease supply tensions, while liquefied natural gas shipments remain constrained. Tight global LNG availability is leaving markets with little cushion, pushing prices higher across regions and renewing concerns about energy costs for consumers and industry heading into a period of elevated demand.
- 4Sudan demands end to foreign interference, RSF disarmament●Sudan says 'foreign interference must end,' RSF must be disarmed
Sudanese authorities have declared that foreign interference in the country must end and that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces must be disarmed. The statement adds to Khartoum's diplomatic pressure as the conflict with the RSF continues, with the government framing outside involvement and the paramilitary's weapons as central obstacles to stability.
- 5UAE calls for diplomacy and stronger global action on Gaza at UN▼UAE urges diplomacy, stronger international action on Gaza and regional crises at UN
The United Arab Emirates has urged the international community to step up diplomatic efforts and take stronger action on Gaza and wider regional crises during its address at the United Nations. The appeal highlights mounting frustration among Gulf states over the pace of the international response to the conflict and instability across the Middle East.
- 6Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs●Supreme Court invalidates most of Trump's tariffs
The US Supreme Court has ruled against the bulk of Donald Trump's tariff program, invalidating most of the import duties imposed under his administration. The decision marks a major legal setback for the president's trade agenda and is set to reshape US trade policy, with reactions pouring in from across the political and business world.
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British investigators are examining whether a suspected terror attack has links to Iran. Bloomberg reports that authorities are probing possible Iranian connections as part of the ongoing investigation. No further details about the incident, suspects, or casualties have been confirmed, and officials have not publicly named those involved.
- 8Board of Peace under fire over excluding UNRWA from Gaza▼‘No role for UNRWA in Gaza’: Does the Board of Peace toe Israeli lines?
The Board of Peace, the body overseeing postwar arrangements for Gaza, is facing questions after indicating there will be no role for UNRWA in the territory's future. Critics say the decision mirrors Israeli positions, as Israel has long campaigned to end the UN agency's operations. The move raises concerns about how humanitarian aid and services for Palestinian refugees will be delivered in Gaza going forward.
- 9North Korea blames U.S. for global nuclear 'worst crisis'▼North Korea blames U.S. for driving global nuclear order into 'worst crisis'
North Korea has accused the United States of pushing the global nuclear order into what it calls its 'worst crisis ever.' The statement, carried by Korean media, reflects Pyongyang's continued criticism of American nuclear policy and alliance posture amid ongoing tensions over its weapons programs and stalled diplomacy. The rhetoric comes as nuclear arms control frameworks worldwide face mounting strain.
- 10Hundreds protest Israel's Gaza war in New York▼Hundreds gather in New York to protest Israel's war in Gaza
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in New York City to protest Israel's war in Gaza, calling for a halt to the fighting and drawing renewed attention to the humanitarian toll of the conflict. The protest is part of a broader wave of demonstrations in US cities since the war began, with organizers urging American leaders to push for a ceasefire.
- 11Sudan's next humanitarian truce: ceasefire only half the negotiation●Sudan’s hope – next humanitarian truce: the ceasefire is only half the negotiation
Attention is turning to Sudan and the prospect of a new humanitarian truce, with the argument put forward that a ceasefire alone addresses only half of what needs to be negotiated. The country's civil war has created one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, and mediators face pressure to secure pauses that allow aid delivery. Observers stress that wider political arrangements remain unresolved.
- 12UN General Debate ends with plea to turn words into action●The Takeaway Day 6: General Debate ends with a plea to turn words into action
The UN General Assembly's General Debate has wrapped up its sixth and final day in New York, with the closing takeaway being a call for member states to move beyond rhetoric and deliver on their commitments. Speakers throughout the week addressed global crises, and the closing message urged concrete follow-through on the promises made from the podium.
- 13Poles told to shelter as Russian strike hits 2km from border●‘Find a safe place’: Poles told to shelter as Russia strikes Ukraine just 2km from border
Polish authorities issued an alert telling residents near the Ukrainian border to find a safe place after a Russian strike landed just 2km from Polish territory. The attack, reported by Polish public media, prompted warnings of falling debris and raised concerns about spillover. The incident is renewing debate over NATO airspace readiness and border-zone safety.
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Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo say the number of Ebola infections in the country has passed 8,000, according to a Reuters report. The ongoing outbreak remains one of the deadliest on record, and the milestone is likely to renew concerns about the pace of containment efforts and the response from international health organisations working in the affected region.
- 15Russian hybrid attacks risk catching Europe unprepared▼Russian hybrid attacks risk catching Europe flat-footed
Warnings are mounting that Europe is not adequately prepared for Russian hybrid attacks, which blend sabotage, disinformation, cyber operations and other deniable tactics below the threshold of open war. Commentators argue that European governments and institutions have been slow to build coordinated defences, leaving critical infrastructure, elections and public opinion vulnerable as such incidents multiply across the continent.
- 16UN Renews Commitment to Protect World from Future Pandemics▼United Nations: renewed commitment to protect the world from future pandemics
The United Nations has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the world from future pandemics. The announcement points to renewed international cooperation on preparedness and response, though details of concrete measures were not specified in available reporting. It comes amid ongoing global debate over how countries should strengthen health systems and coordinate against the next major disease outbreak.
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A Republican senator has publicly called on President Trump to bring the conflict with Iran to an end, breaking with party lines that have backed military action. The senator argued the war should be concluded rather than escalated. The remark highlights growing unease among some Republicans about the direction and cost of US involvement against Iran.
- 18Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases amid staff shortages▼Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 cases as health worker shortages worsen
Health officials report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 cases, with shortages of health workers compounding the response effort. The milestone underlines the scale of the epidemic and the strain on medical staff and resources in affected areas. Observers warn that staffing gaps could slow containment, contact tracing and treatment, making it harder to bring the outbreak under control in the coming weeks.
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Iran's foreign minister has declared that the country remains open to diplomatic engagement while simultaneously standing prepared for war. The statement underscores Tehran's dual-track posture amid ongoing tensions, signalling that negotiations are possible but that Iran does not intend to show weakness. The remarks were carried by Iranian state-affiliated media.
- 20Sudan's refugee exodus to Chad jumps 20-fold as aid dries up▼Sudan’s refugee exodus to Chad jumps 20-fold as aid dries up
The number of Sudanese refugees fleeing into Chad has increased twenty-fold, according to a report carried by regional media, while aid funding for the displaced is running out. The surge reflects the continuing fighting in Sudan, which has pushed growing numbers of families across the border into camps that are already overwhelmed and facing severe shortfalls in food and basic assistance.
- 21Poland's border residents brace for possible Russian hybrid attack▼Residents brace for a possible Russian hybrid attack on Poland's border with Ukraine
Communities along Poland's border with Ukraine are preparing for a possible Russian hybrid attack, according to reports carried by ABC News and U.S. News & World Report. Residents are reportedly taking precautions amid ongoing tensions and warnings about destabilisation tactics such as sabotage, disinformation or cyber operations near the frontier.
- 22Russia strikes Ukraine's largest mobile provider's data centres▼Russia hits Ukraine's largest mobile provider, strikes data centres
Russian strikes have hit data centres belonging to Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest mobile network operator, disrupting communications services. The attack on critical telecommunications infrastructure comes as Russia continues targeting Ukrainian energy and utilities ahead of winter. Outages at a major provider affect millions of subscribers, and the strike is being widely reported by international outlets including Reuters.
- 23Ukraine claims Operation Vivaldi recaptures towns, inflicts 2,000 casualties●New Ukraine offensive Operation Vivaldi recaptures several towns — and takes out 2,000 Russian troops
Ukraine has launched a new military offensive, dubbed Operation Vivaldi, recapturing several towns from Russian forces, according to reports citing the operation's progress. The same reports claim around 2,000 Russian troops have been killed or put out of action in the fighting. If confirmed, the advances would mark a notable gain for Kyiv in its ongoing counteroffensive efforts, though independent verification of the figures remains limited amid the fog of war.
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The Palestinian death toll in the Gaza war has passed 74,000, according to figures reported by Arab News. The milestone marks another grim escalation in the conflict, which has drawn sustained international attention and debate over the humanitarian situation in the territory.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 cases, a grim milestone in one of the country's largest recorded epidemics. Health authorities and international agencies continue vaccination and containment efforts as concerns grow over the virus spreading to densely populated areas and neighbouring countries.
- 26Mediators Still Working on Possible Iran-US Deal, Officials Say▼Officials Say Mediators Are Still Working With Iran and the US on a Possible Deal
Officials say mediators are continuing efforts to broker a possible agreement between Iran and the United States. Details of the proposed deal and the state of negotiations have not been disclosed, but the ongoing diplomatic track suggests both sides remain engaged despite earlier tensions. The report was carried by multiple US news outlets, indicating sustained interest in whether the talks can produce a breakthrough.
- 27Strikes kill eight in Ukraine after Moscow rebuffs German mediation▼Strikes kill 8 in Ukraine, 1 in Russia after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Russian strikes killed eight people in Ukraine, while one person died in a strike inside Russia, according to wire reports. The escalation followed Moscow's rejection of German calls to de-escalate the war. The exchange of fire underlines how diplomatic efforts by Berlin have so far failed to slow attacks on civilian areas, and the casualty tolls are drawing fresh attention to the human cost of the conflict.
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The European Central Bank has raised its key interest rates by 25 basis points, in line with market expectations. The decision continues the bank's campaign to bring inflation back toward its 2% target, and attention now turns to hints about whether further tightening is still to come.
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Forces aligned with Ethiopia's federal government say they have seized a strategically important town in the Tigray region. The claim comes amid the ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia, where control of towns has shifted repeatedly. Details remain limited and the report has not been independently confirmed, while observers watch for responses from Tigrayan authorities and any impact on fighting in the region.
- 30Ben-Gvir joins hundreds of Israelis at Al-Aqsa compound▼Ben-Gvir joins hundreds of Israelis to storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir joined hundreds of Israelis entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem's Old City, according to Al Jazeera. The compound, a site sacred to both Muslims and Jews, has repeatedly been a flashpoint in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and visits by far-right Israeli politicians have drawn condemnation and fears of renewed tensions in the region.
- 31Gaza death toll rises above 74,000, health officials say▼Palestinian death toll in Gaza war rises above 74,000 since war began
Palestinian health authorities report that the death toll in Gaza has risen above 74,000 since the war began, marking another grim milestone in the conflict. The figure covers those killed since fighting started in October 2023 and comes as international attention remains fixed on ceasefire efforts, humanitarian conditions, and ongoing casualties across the territory.
- 32Poles told to shelter as Russian strike hits near border●‘Find a safe place’: Poles told to shelter as Russia strikes Ukraine ‘just 2km’ from border
Polish authorities issued shelter warnings to residents near the border after a Russian strike hit Ukrainian territory roughly 2km from Poland. Alerts urged people to find a safe place as air-defence responses and the risk of spillover put border communities on edge, highlighting how closely the war continues to press against NATO territory.
- 33Pentagon Weighs New Nuclear Strategy Aimed at Regional Wars▼Pentagon Considers New Nuclear Strategy to Deter Regional Wars
The Pentagon is considering a new nuclear strategy intended to deter regional wars rather than solely great-power conflict. Reports indicate the plan would adjust how US nuclear capabilities are postured to discourage limited regional aggressions by nuclear-armed or threshold states. Details of the review, including any changes to employment policy or force structure, remain undisclosed as discussions continue within the Defense Department.
- 34Millions return to a ruined, unlivable Khartoum▼Power cuts, rubble: millions come home to find Sudan’s capital unlivable
Millions of people returning to Sudan's capital are finding the city largely unlivable, with widespread power cuts and piles of rubble left by two years of war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces. Returning residents face destroyed homes, no electricity, and minimal basic services, raising questions about how Khartoum can be rebuilt and whether displaced families can realistically stay.
- 35Ex-Biden official: Netanyahu expected US to cut military aid over Gaza war▼Ex-Biden official: Netanyahu thought U.S. would cut military aid during Gaza war
A former official in the Biden administration says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believed the United States would cut off military aid during the Gaza war. The claim, reported by Haaretz, sheds light on the internal dynamics between Washington and Jerusalem as the conflict unfolded and raises questions about how far US pressure on Israel actually went.
- 36Russia Targets Internet Infrastructure in Ukraine▼Russia is Now Targeting Internet Infrastructure in Ukraine
Russia is now attacking internet infrastructure in Ukraine, according to a report by Technology Org. The targeting of communications networks marks an expansion of the conflict beyond military and energy targets, threatening civilian connectivity across the country.
- 37DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Tops 8,000 Confirmed Cases▼DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 8,000 Confirmed Cases
Health officials report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 8,000 confirmed cases, marking a grim milestone in one of the country's largest epidemics. Response teams continue vaccination and containment efforts as regional and international health bodies monitor the worsening toll.
- 38Australia signals more rate hikes after lifting rates to 15-year high●Australia says more hikes not off the table after raising rates to 15-year high
Australia's central bank has raised interest rates to their highest level in 15 years, and officials say further hikes are not off the table as the country battles persistent inflation. The move pushes borrowing costs to a level not seen in over a decade, tightening conditions for households and businesses. Commentators are weighing how much more tightening may come and what it means for mortgages and the wider economy.
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Dramatic images show men clinging to the side of a burning building in Kyiv following a Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian capital. The strike caused a fire on the building's facade, leaving people trapped and holding on to the structure as flames spread. It is part of Russia's ongoing drone and missile campaign against Ukrainian cities.
- 40NATO commander: Russia aims to break allies' will on Ukraine▼Top NATO commander says Russia's goal is to break will of Ukraine's allies
A senior NATO commander has said Russia's objective in the war is not only to defeat Ukraine on the battlefield but to erode the political will of Ukraine's Western allies, testing their resolve to keep providing military and financial support. The warning comes as Western backing faces strains from domestic politics and prolonged fighting.
- 41Saudi Arabia Resumes Red Sea Oil Exports, a Blow to Iran▼Saudi Arabia Resumes Red Sea Oil Exports in Blow to Iran
Saudi Arabia has resumed oil exports through the Red Sea, according to the Wall Street Journal. The move revives shipments through the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a route halted for years over attacks on tankers blamed on Iran-aligned Houthis, and is being read as a strategic and economic setback for Iran.
- 42US visa dispute puts Sudan's war back in the spotlight●US visa clash exposes Sudan’s forgotten war as foreign powers compete for strategic foothold
A US visa-related clash has drawn fresh attention to Sudan's civil war, which critics say has been largely forgotten by the international community even as it drives one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The dispute has also highlighted how foreign powers, including regional and global actors, continue competing for strategic influence in Sudan and around the Red Sea.
- 43UN experts warn US deportations fuel rights abuses▼US deportations triggering 'cascade' of rights abuses: UN experts
United Nations experts say US deportation practices are triggering a "cascade" of human rights abuses, affecting not only those removed from the country but also people and communities in the countries to which they are sent. The findings, reported by Courthouse News, add international criticism to ongoing debate over US immigration and removal policies.
- 44Iran says ready for diplomacy but prepared for war with US▼Iran says ready for diplomacy but ‘fully prepared’ for war if US attacks
Iranian officials say the country is open to diplomacy with the United States but is 'fully prepared' for war if the US attacks. The statement, carried by international outlets including Anadolu Agency, underscores Tehran's dual messaging amid heightened tensions. It signals Iran's attempt to keep negotiation on the table while warning of a firm military response to any American strike.
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Iran has declared that it is 'ready for diplomacy', according to news reports. The statement signals a potential opening for negotiations, though it remains unclear with whom, on what issues, or under what conditions Tehran would engage. Officials and observers are watching to see whether the declaration leads to concrete talks or remains a rhetorical position.
- 46BOE's Ramsden Signals Case for Rate Hike if Inflation Builds▼BOE’s Ramsden Sees Case for Raising Key Rate if Inflationary Pressures Build
Bank of England deputy governor Dave Ramsden said there is a case for raising the UK's key interest rate if inflationary pressures build further. His comments come as policymakers weigh how persistent price pressures remain against a weakening economic backdrop, and markets watch closely for signals on the timing of the next move in borrowing costs.
- 47UN human rights chief urges de-escalation in Ethiopia fighting▼UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urges de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia. The appeal highlights growing concern over the impact of renewed hostilities on civilians, and comes amid reports of worsening conditions on the ground. Observers are watching for whether the parties to the conflict respond to international pressure to step back.
- 48Anthropic warns of AI existential risks in IPO filing●EXCLUSIVE: Anthropic warns AI may pose 'existential risks to humanity' in IPO filing
AI company Anthropic has filed paperwork for an initial public offering that includes an unusual warning: artificial intelligence may pose existential risks to humanity. The disclosure, reported by Reuters, puts blunt safety language into a formal financial document, a rare step for a company courting public-market investors as it seeks to raise capital.
- 49Ebola Outbreak Spreading Across DR Congo▼Ebola outbreak spreading across Democratic Republic of Congo
A new Ebola outbreak is spreading across the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to CNN reporting. Health authorities are working to contain the virus as cases spread across multiple areas of the country, raising concern among international health organisations about a wider regional epidemic.
- 50Immigrants ask Supreme Court to block third-country deportations●Immigrants ask Supreme Court to leave ruling in place preventing Trump administration from deporting them to third-party countries
Immigrants have asked the Supreme Court to leave in place a lower-court ruling that prevents the Trump administration from deporting them to countries other than their own. The request asks the justices to keep the restriction in force while litigation continues, setting up a fresh test of how far executive power over removals to third-party countries extends.