UN Advances Diplomatic Efforts on Afghanistan Through Doha Process
Doha: The United Nations is continuing diplomatic engagement on Afghanistan as international efforts focus on political dialogue, regional cooperation and...
International Politics
World Bank Warns Middle East Conflict Could Push Regional Economy Into Contraction
Washington: The World Bank has warned that the continuing Middle East conflict is imposing significant economic costs across the Middle...
IMF Updates Economic Surveillance Strategy as Global Risks Become More Complex
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has updated its approach to monitoring global economies as countries face a rapidly changing environment...
UN Chief Calls for End to US-Iran Conflict as Global Trade Faces Growing Pressure
Islamabad: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for an end to the ongoing conflict between the United States and...
Yemen Conflict Intensifies as Houthi Forces and Government Allies Clash
Sana’a: Yemen is facing renewed military pressure as clashes between Houthi forces and forces aligned with the internationally recognized government...
Europe Faces Growing Security Pressure as Russia Expands Hybrid Tactics
Brussels: European governments are facing growing security concerns over what officials describe as an increasingly complex campaign of hybrid pressure...
Ukraine Warns of Possible Large-Scale Russian Attack as Security Concerns Rise
Kyiv: Ukraine has raised fresh concerns over the possibility of a major Russian military assault, warning that recent intelligence assessments...
Trump Signals Possible New Conversation With Putin Amid Ukraine War Tensions
Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that another conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin could take place soon, opening...
Okinawa Murder Case Triggers New Concerns Over U.S. Military Presence in Japan
Okinawa, Japan: A murder case involving a U.S. Marine in Okinawa has triggered fresh concern over the presence of American...
Iran Nuclear Enrichment Becomes Key Obstacle in Efforts to End Conflict
Washington: Diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions between the United States and Iran are facing a major challenge as the...
Philippines Vice Presidential Impeachment Battle Intensifies as Lawmakers Prepare Evidence
The political confrontation surrounding Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has entered another important stage, with lawmakers preparing to present evidence...
South Korea Parliament Launches Government Audit Amid Intensifying Political Disputes
South Korea’s National Assembly has begun its annual inspection of government agencies, opening another period of intense political scrutiny as...
Ukraine Seeks Stronger Air Defence and F-16 Support as Pressure From Russia Continues
Ukraine is intensifying efforts to strengthen its air-defence network and expand support for its F-16 fighter fleet as Russian attacks...
Spain Moves Toward Snap Election as Political Pressure Builds Around Pedro Sánchez Government
Spain is heading toward another major political test as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez prepares the country for a snap general...
Ethiopia’s Parliament Reappoints Abiy Ahmed as Prime Minister Amid Major Political and Security Challenges
Ethiopia has entered a new political phase after Parliament reappointed Abiy Ahmed as prime minister, extending his leadership for another...
Quebec Election Puts Separatist Politics Back at the Center of Canada’s Debate
Quebec’s latest provincial election has brought separatist politics back into the spotlight, with the Parti Québécois emerging as a major...
Brazil Presidential Election Enters Crucial Stage as Political Polarization Deepens
Brasília: Brazil has entered a decisive phase of its presidential election campaign, with political divisions intensifying as voters prepare to...
US and Australia Suspend Diplomatic Services in Brazil Ahead of Presidential Election
Brasília: The United States and Australia have temporarily suspended in-person diplomatic and consular services in Brazil amid security concerns, just...
UK Arrests Dual National in RAF Fairford Investigation Amid Iran Link Claims
London: British counter-terrorism police have arrested a 27-year-old dual British-Iranian national as part of an investigation into a security incident...
Israel Election Campaign Intensifies as Security Issues Dominate Political Debate
Jerusalem, October 2, 2026: Israel's political landscape is entering a crucial phase as the country prepares for its national election...
Palestinian Factions Form Electoral Alliance Ahead of Planned November Vote
Ramallah: Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and a faction associated with former senior Fatah figure Mohammed Dahlan have agreed to cooperate...
Bangladesh Political Parties Clash Over Call for National Unity
Dhaka: Bangladesh's political divisions remain visible after a call for national unity from the party of detained former Prime Minister...
Kenya’s ODM Prepares for Raila Odinga Anniversary Amid Political Questions
Nairobi: Kenya’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is preparing a month-long programme to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of...
U.S. Senate Adjourns Ahead of Midterm Elections After Key Bills Stall
Washington: The U.S. Senate has adjourned for the midterm election campaign after lawmakers failed to advance several major pieces of...
US Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Resume Third-Country Deportations for Now
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily allowed the Trump administration to resume deporting certain migrants to countries other than their...
China Warns EU of Firm Response Over Proposed Trade Restrictions
China has warned the European Union that it will take a firm response if Brussels introduces new restrictions targeting Chinese...
Lapid Challenges Netanyahu Over Security Warning Ahead of Israeli Election
Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid has publicly responded to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's warning that the country's enemies could attempt...
Israeli Settlers Clash With Security Forces as Palestinian Family’s Return to West Bank Home Is Blocked
More than 100 Israeli settlers clashed with Israeli security forces in the West Bank village of Jalud after a displaced...
Pakistan Reaffirms Security Commitment to Saudi Arabia Under New Defense Arrangement
Pakistan has reaffirmed its security commitment to Saudi Arabia, with senior officials saying Islamabad would respond if the kingdom faced...
UN Steps Up Diplomatic Efforts to Reduce Escalating Tensions in Yemen
The United Nations has intensified diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further escalation in Yemen as regional tensions continue to threaten...
Fighting Intensifies in Ethiopia as Tensions Rise in the Tigray Region
Fresh fighting in northern Ethiopia has raised concerns about a renewed escalation in the Tigray region, where years of conflict...
Norwegian Parliament Examines Political and Diplomatic Links to Jeffrey Epstein
Norway's parliament has begun examining reported links between Jeffrey Epstein and individuals connected to Norwegian politics and diplomacy, opening a...
Morocco Sees Renewed Pro-Palestinian Protests Over Relations With Israel
Morocco has witnessed renewed pro-Palestinian demonstrations as protesters voice opposition to the country's expanding relationship with Israel and call for...
NATO Condemns Russia’s Nuclear Rhetoric Amid Rising Tensions Over Kaliningrad
NATO has criticized Moscow’s latest nuclear-related warnings after Russia indicated that it could respond forcefully if the alliance were to...
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham Signals Openness to Future EU Membership Debate
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reopened discussion about the United Kingdom's long-term relationship with the European Union by saying...
Romania Faces Parliamentary Test as New Government Seeks Support
Romania is facing an important parliamentary test as Prime Minister-designate Siegfried Mureșan seeks legislative support for a new government amid...
Iran Receives U.S. Response as Tehran and Washington Explore a Short-Term De-Escalation Plan
Iran has received a response from the United States concerning a proposed seven-day arrangement aimed at reducing tensions between the...
Iran Appeals to US Voters as Tensions With Washington Continue
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a direct political message to the American public, urging voters to reject...
Rwanda Set to Lead G77 in 2027 as Developing Nations Seek Stronger Voice at UN
New York: Rwanda has been elected to chair the Group of 77 and China (G77) for 2027, placing the East...
Italy’s Governing Coalition Wins Reggio Calabria By-Election Amid Right-Wing Competition
Rome: Italy's governing coalition secured the parliamentary by-election in the Reggio Calabria-Locri constituency on September 28, following a closely watched...
