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Farage and Bardella Forge Radical Anglo-French Pact to Halt Channel Crossings
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and National Rally president Jordan Bardella have signed a pact to intercept and return Channel migrants to France.
UN Report Warns of 'Ethnic Cleansing' and Forced Displacement in Israeli West Bank Operation
A UN Human Rights report states that Israel's Operation Iron Wall in the West Bank caused mass displacement and deaths, raising serious concerns of ethnic cleansing and collective punishment.
Israel Releases Four More Lebanese Detainees in Red Cross-Facilitated Handover
Israel has released four more Lebanese detainees in a handover facilitated by the Red Cross, following ongoing US-brokered talks between Beirut and Tel Aviv.
Reform UK Facing Scrutiny After Undercover Investigation Exposes Alleged Foreign Funding Violations
Reform UK faces an internal crisis and potential police scrutiny after an undercover investigation allegedly caught senior officials discussing ways to bypass UK laws on foreign political donations.
Green Party Leader Zack Polanski Eyes Keir Starmer's Former Seat in High-Stakes By-Election
Green Party leader Zack Polanski is seeking the nomination for Keir Starmer's former parliamentary seat of Holborn and St Pancras, setting up a high-stakes by-election battle against Labour.
Philippine Court Orders Arrest of Vice President Sara Duterte Following Threats Against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr
A Philippine court has issued an arrest warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte over alleged threats made against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, adding to her ongoing legal and impeachment battles.
‘Things happen’: JD Vance’s dismissal of the Iran wedding strike mirrors a long US history of minimizing civilian casualties
US Vice President JD Vance dismissed reports of a deadly wedding strike in Kuhestak, Iran, reflecting a long-standing historical pattern of the US government minimizing civilian casualties.
White House Arcade Games Spark Controversy Over 'Build The Wall' Theme
A short video showcasing arcade games at the White House featuring a 'Build The Wall' theme has sparked widespread backlash.
US Envoys Head to Russia and Ukraine to Revive Peace Negotiations
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are scheduled to visit Moscow and Kyiv to help revive stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
Inside the Cross-Border Security Operation Linking Lebanon and Syria to Dismantle a Covert Cell
Lebanese and Syrian security authorities have uncovered a militant cell plotting attacks inside Syria, highlighting a rare cross-border security partnership aimed at curbing former regime remnants and Hezbollah's influence.
Germany’s Far-Right AfD Surges in Saxony-Anhalt Amid Rising Electoral Breakthrough
Germany's far-right AfD party is surging in Saxony-Anhalt ahead of regional elections, driven by voter discontent and hardline immigration stances.
South Korea Weighs Military Options and Contributions in the Strait of Hormuz Amid US Pressure
South Korea is considering various military contributions and options to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz amidst pressure from the United States and concerns over oil supplies.
Seoul Denies Reports of Imminent Military Deployment to the Strait of Hormuz
South Korea's presidential office has denied media reports of an immediate military deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, stating that no final decisions have been made yet.
Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Unveils Controversial Plan to Expel Gaza's Population
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has proposed an illegal plan to expel the entire population of Gaza to foreign countries, drawing international criticism and accusations of war crimes.
US Diplomats Push for Comprehensive UN Arms Embargo to End Sudan Conflict
US diplomats are pushing for a comprehensive UN arms embargo across all of Sudan to cut off foreign support and help end the devastating civil war.
Why the US Midterm Elections Could Be a Turning Point in the Iran War
The upcoming US midterm elections on November 3 are looming large over the ongoing conflict with Iran as the Trump administration struggles to balance economic pressure and military restraint.
Reform UK Officials Resign Following Undercover Investigation Into Party Funding
Two Reform UK officials have resigned following an undercover documentary alleging breaches of political donation rules, though party leader Nigel Farage maintains that no laws were broken.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Issues Pardon for Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al Qaradawi
President Sheikh Mohamed has pardoned Abdul Rahman Yusuf Al Qaradawi, who was previously sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined Dh200,000.
Argentina's President Javier Milei Threatens Tough Sanctions Over Falkland Islands Oil Drilling
Argentine President Javier Milei has threatened strict sanctions against companies drilling for oil near the Falkland Islands, in a move seen as an effort to rally domestic political support.
Israel Hand Over Four More Detainees to Lebanon via Red Cross Amid Renewed Diplomatic Push
The International Committee of the Red Cross has received four more detainees from Israeli troops for transfer to Lebanon following an earlier release, signaling a renewed diplomatic effort between the two nations.
Giorgia Meloni Makes History as Italy's Longest-Serving Post-WWII Government Leader
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and her Brothers of Italy party have set a new record by leading Italy's longest-lasting government since World War II, surpassing a milestone previously held by the late Silvio Berlusconi.
Inside Pakistan's Major Military Overhaul and the Creation of the Chief of Defence Forces Role
Pakistan's parliament has passed legislation legally establishing the powerful new Chief of Defence Forces position, marking the country's most significant military command restructuring since 1976.
Renewed Houthi Offensive in Taiz Sparks Fresh Displacement and Escalates Yemen Conflict
A renewed offensive by Houthi rebels in Yemen's Taiz governorate has triggered a fresh wave of displacement and fierce fighting with government forces, raising fears of an all-out war.
Middle East Updates: Israel to Release Lebanese Detainees, EU Backs Iran Pressure, and Syria Destroys Chemical Weapons
Israel prepares to release Lebanese detainees amid ongoing diplomatic shifts, while the EU joins US pressure on Iran and Syria begins destroying chemical weapons.