Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey activate defense pact and plan deployment
The three countries agreed in Riyadh on October 5 to put their mutual-defense commitments into practice, including rapid deployment of agreed forces and military…
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CBS sources say Israel was ready to shoot down Flydubai flight
Israel scrambled fighter jets after the September 30 cockpit attack on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight, sources told CBS News. They said it was prepared to shoot down the…
Former European leaders urge EU action against Israel’s E1 settlement plan
Former European leaders and officials urged the EU to block Israel’s E1 settlement plan in an appeal reported on October 5. They said the project in the occupied West…
Saudi-led coalition reaffirms support for Yemen’s government and armed forces
The coalition said on October 4 it would maintain operational support for Yemeni forces. Its spokesperson said support would continue until state institutions were…
Trump says Iran decision is coming as US maintains blockade
US President Donald Trump has not explained his next step on Iran. His announcement comes as US officials defend the continuing blockade and acknowledge risks to Gulf…
Iran says Hormuz will stay closed until US meets seven conditions
Iran’s parliament speaker said on October 4 that reopening the strategic waterway depends on Washington meeting Tehran’s demands. Iran’s foreign minister said an…
Russia urges diplomats to leave Kyiv as EU keeps its mission open
Russia warned foreigners and diplomats to leave Kyiv on October 3 as it said strikes would continue. EU officials said their mission would stay, while Ukraine reported…
Yemen's al-Alimi announces operations to retake Houthi-held territory
Rashad al-Alimi said forces had orders to restore state control across Yemen. His October 4 announcement came amid reports of Houthi advances and the closure of the main…
Australia investigates Flydubai co-pilot’s links after attack on captain
Australian police are examining the background of the co-pilot who attacked a captain on a September 30 flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. UAE authorities described the…
WHO warns of repeated Gaza aid delays and medical supply shortages
The World Health Organization said on October 2 that Gaza faced chronic medical supply shortages. No hospital was operating at full capacity, and incoming aid was…
Iran adopts new arrangement to address economic pressure, Pezeshkian says
President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran's government has adopted a new arrangement to manage intensified economic pressure, but gave no details of the measures.
Trump predicts Iran war could end after elections and oil prices could fall
Speaking at a rally in Mobile, Alabama, the US president forecast a sharp drop in oil prices once the conflict ends, while reports described discussions about renewed…
Saudi Arabia prepares possible offensive against Houthis in Yemen, sources say
Yemeni forces would lead the ground operation with Saudi air support, people familiar with the preparations told Reuters. More than 100,000 troops could be mobilized…
Zelensky says Ukraine will intensify strikes on Russian oil refineries
Ukraine’s president said Kyiv would target refineries in response to what he described as a broader Russian air campaign aimed at forcing residents to leave Ukrainian…
Russian strike damages Kyiv’s Northern Bridge and disrupts traffic
An October 3 attack damaged the bridge’s roadway and trolleybus power lines. Mayor Vitali Klitschko later reported two injuries, while earlier accounts said no…
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Israel orders aviation security review after Flydubai cockpit attack
Israel ordered a review of security on foreign flights on October 4 after a Flydubai co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain en route to Tel Aviv. A preliminary Israeli…
Three Palestinians reported killed in Gaza amid ceasefire violations
Israeli strikes and gunfire were reported across the Gaza Strip on October 2, with three Palestinians killed and others wounded despite a ceasefire that began in October…
Iran war continues as Hormuz blockade disrupts oil shipping
The conflict that began with U.S.-Israeli strikes on February 28 has continued despite diplomatic efforts, while Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has unsettled…
El Niño could rank among strongest since 1950, Brazil panel says
A Brazilian scientific panel estimates a 95% chance that the 2026–2027 El Niño will reach very strong intensity in the final quarter of 2026, with contrasting rainfall…
Yemeni forces say they repel major Houthi offensive in Taiz
Government troops and allied local fighters reported holding their positions after days of mortar fire and ground attacks across Taiz province. The sides gave differing…
Trump says Iran proposal is insufficient, signals possible escalation after midterms
President Donald Trump said the United States could intensify its bombing campaign against Iran after the November midterm elections, while new naval deployments may put…