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To Strike Or Not To Strike: Inside Trump, Netanyahu's Iran War Dilemma
Sources told Axios that despite disagreement between the two leaders, both US and Israeli militaries are on alert and concluding preparations to be ready in case Trump changes his mind.
"India A Natural Option": S Jaishankar On Russia Ties Amid Moscow-Europe Tensions
Jaishankar says India-Russia ties have stayed steady despite global strategic shifts.
flydubai Failed, UAE Owes Answers: Ex-Israel Army Spokesperson To NDTV
Lt Col Conricus said the flydubai incident will force global aviation authorities to have more rigorous security systems and verification protocols for cockpit staff, which was lacking.
War In The Time Of AI: How Technology Is Rewriting The Battlefield
AI may make warfare faster, more precise in some circumstances and less dependent on human operators for certain tasks. But speed is not the same as judgement, and technological sophistication does not guarantee that a military decision is lawful or justified.
Why Saudi Prince Stopped Netanyahu From Joining War Against Houthis
Saudi Arabia's de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, has opposed the Israeli proposal for military involvement in Yemen because of the likely backlash among the kingdom's public, a report said.
Iran, Russia, AI, Terrorists: MI5 Chief Flags Threats To UK
Ken McCallum called Russia, which denies involvement in hostile acts in Britain and other Western countries, "aggressor number one". He said it was escalating "hybrid" warfare.
Houthis Attack Saudi's Aramco Oil Facility Compound, Triggering Fire
The attack came as the Iranian-backed Houthis and the Saudi coalition fighting them exchanged attacks Tuesday night. The fighting marked a fresh escalation in the widening Middle East crisis
Anthropic Warns Of AI 'Worms' Spreading Across Smart Devices
A computer worm is malicious software that spreads between machines on its own. Researchers at Anthropic said an AI version would no longer need powerful data centers to operate.
Pope Leo Diagnosed With Lung Cancer, Undergoes Surgery To Remove Growth
Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous growth removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation on Tuesday and "woke up normally" after the procedure, the Vatican said.
US State Secretary Rubio To Travel To Uzbekistan, India From October 17-22
This will be Marco Rubio's second visit to India since May
Experts Urge "Immediate Changes" To Prevent Rogue AI
Leading US-based AI firms have disclosed over recent months a series of incidents where models under development have escaped containment measures to access the internet and have gone on to hack websites, including gaining unauthorised access to Australian government sites.
Saudi National Arrested For Planting Recording Device At OpenAI Office
OpenAI's security team found the device late last month, and the employee, a Saudi national, was arrested on October 9, the US Justice Department said.
Trump Fires Greece Ambassador Over Misconduct Allegations
The announcement came a day after Trump acknowledged that he was considering dismissing Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host and ex-fiancee of his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr.
"Betrayal Of Ukraine": US Senators Slam Trump's Diesel Deal With Russia
The 12 lawmakers -- including six members of Trump's Republican Party -- called on the president to reverse his agreement with Russian leader Vladimir Putin to allow the country's diesel onto global markets.
Two Ships Hit By Missiles In Strait Of Hormuz: UK Maritime Agency
Since the beginning of the war, triggered in late February by US and Israeli strikes against Tehran, Iran has claimed control of the strait and regularly targets ships that try to transit it without its permission.
Duane Davis Jailed For 40 Years Over Rapper Tupac Shakur's Murder
Tupac Shakur was a key figure in a hip-hop rivalry pitting the US East Coast against the West Coast and was just 25 when he was gunned down in Las Vegas.
Indian Airlines Cancel Flights To Saudi Till October 17 Amid Houthi Attacks
While announcing cancellation of flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah till October 17, Air India also said it was closely monitoring and assessing the developments in the region to resume safe operations.
Pill, Restraint, All-Male Cabin Crew: flydubai Case Takes New Turn
According to testimony from a passenger named Assaf, crew members tried to loosen the accused pilot's restraints and stopped passengers from filming. He also said they tried to put a mysterious pill into the mouth of the wounded Indian captain.
Cornell University Bans Fraternity Parties After Student's Sexual Assault
The measures announced by Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff include a suspension of all parties and social events at Interfraternity Council houses through the end of the 2026-27 academic year and a new "zero tolerance" policy for violations
US Judge Asks Team Trump To Stop Tree Felling At Historic DC Golf Course
US District Judge Ana Reyes on Tuesday ordered a halt to tree-cutting at the East Potomac Golf Course until October 26
News from Arabic Countries
China and North Korea to open New Yalu River Bridge, state media reports
The long-delayed bridge will formally open on Thursday, according to China's state-run Xinhua news agency.
Singapore’s economy grows more than 5 percent amid AI boom
City-state's GDP expands 5.4 percent in July-September quarter, according to advance government estimates.
Saudi-born engineer for OpenAI arrested for planting listening bug
OpenAI says it discovered a hidden recording device in one of its offices, wrapped in toilet paper behind a television.
UN official says ‘window of opportunity’ for peace in DR Congo
The envoy lauds the progress in diplomatic efforts despite the worsening security and humanitarian situation.
Israel returns 22 stolen ancient artefacts to Greece
The cultural exchange comes amid strengthening ties between the two countries.
Houthi missiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia as battles intensify
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles targeting Riyadh and Dhahran, with falling debris injuring people.
Ukrainian ex-officer goes on trial in Germany over Nord Stream blasts
The trial is expected to run into February and could test Germany's political stance on Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Council elects 15 members in uncontested vote
Rights groups say uncontested vote undermines accountability as countries with poor human rights records win seats.
Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missiles for second day with no warning
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv for a second consecutive day without advance warning.
Violence in Pakistan over emergency rule in Imran Khan stronghold
Protesters in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province clashed with police over emergency and governor’s rule.
Jamaica accepts first flight of third-country deportations from US
Opposition leaders in Jamaica question why the deportation deal with the Trump White House has not been made public.
Colombia peace tribunal charges ex-FARC members with anti-Indigenous crimes
The former rebels are accused of abuses such as torture, murder and the displacement of Indigenous communities.
US fines Bank of America $1.2bn for money laundering, sanctions violations
The second-largest US bank faces record penalties for failing to comply with money laundering and sanctions laws.
Namibia battles cattle disease outbreak as EU suspends several meat imports
Foot-and-mouth disease threatens livestock farmers’ livelihoods and disrupts meat supplies as authorities impose curbs.
Israeli attacks kill one in Gaza, wound journalists in occupied West Bank
A year into the ceasefire, nearly two-thirds of Gaza is in Israeli hands and Netanyahu vows control of the West Bank.
How podcasts became political powerhouses
Are podcasts remaking politics or just bypassing scrutiny?
Iran war live: Saudi coalition hits Houthi sites; Aramco office hit in east
A Saudi Aramco building has been hit in Dhahran, following Saudi-led coalition strikes on Houthi 'vital assets' in Yemen
OpenAI engineer charged after listening device found in meeting room
US authorities say a Saudi national was arrested and charged after allegedly planting a concealed surveillance device.
Ex-gang leader gets 40 years to life for rapper Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder
A 30-year hunt for justice ends with the sentencing of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, who has written about Shakur's shooting.
Manchester United’s Martinez blasts board’s lack of investment
Manchester United beaten 2-0 at Atletico Madrid, but defender Lisandro Martinez slams club's failure to invest in team.
Bayern’s Michael Olise sent off for ‘super dumb’ yellows within seconds
Bayern Munich draw 3-3 with Viking in UEFA Champions League, but Michael Olise sees red for two bookings within seconds.
Mauritius imposes curfew after night of unrest over police shooting
Protesters block roads and burn tyres in response to a police shooting of a 27-year-old woman.
Albanian police fire tear gas at protesters as Education Ministry attacked
At least 23 protesters have been arrested in demonstrations in the capital.
Man City vs PSG: Champions League – teams, predictions, line ups
Man City host PSG in their first UCL match since being found guilty of serious Premier League financial breaches.
US trial begins for Rwandan-American accused of role in genocide
Eric Nshimiye, a US citizen, says the evidence against him consists of unreliable eyewitness accounts.