Topic: World / International

Houthis launch missile attack on Riyadh, Aramco tower is damaged

Yemen’s Houthi rebels carried out missile and drone attacks on Riyadh on Sunday, November 8, damaging a Saudi Aramco administrative building.

Seven killed as two passenger trains collide in Egypt’s Giza

Seven people were killed and at least 125 passengers injured when two passenger trains collided in Egypt’s Giza province on Sunday.

Trump softens stance on further attacks against Iran amid talks

President Donald Trump has signalled a softer stance on further attacks against Iran, saying military action may not be needed if talks lead to a strong agreement.

Nvidia CEO affair controversy prompts board to launch independent probe

Nvidia CEO and co-founder Jensen Huang faces controversy after US media reports alleged a close relationship with Alice Huang, as the board begins an independent probe.

Final weeks of Congress set to test Trump administration’s agenda

After the US midterm elections, the current session of Congress beginning on Monday, November 9, is seen as crucial for President Donald Trump and Republicans.

Paraguay President Peña removed from office, placed under house arrest

A major banking crisis in Paraguay triggered political upheaval as Parliament removed President Santiago Peña through impeachment and he was placed under house arrest.

Potential Trump-Putin meeting leaves China uncertain as Xi stays cautious

Diplomatic activity has intensified in China over a possible trilateral meeting between Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping during the APEC summit in Shenzhen.

Israel government formation moves ahead as Eisenkot gains party support

Political activity has intensified in Israel as Gadi Eisenkot gains support from six parties and President Isaac Herzog prepares to decide on a mandate.

Luxon’s hold on power under pressure in New Zealand election

Voting is taking place in New Zealand on Saturday, 7 November, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon facing a close election contest against Labour.

Man held near White House over threat to kill Trump

A man was arrested near the White House in Washington, DC, for allegedly threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Weapons and cartridges were recovered from his car.

Cyberattack on French Blood Bank Tried Raising Temperature to 110 Degrees

A cyberattack targeted cooling systems at three centres linked to France’s EFS, with hackers trying to raise plasma storage temperatures to 110 degrees Celsius.

Seven killed in firing by Pakistani security forces in Rawalakot

At least seven people were reportedly killed and 18 seriously injured in firing and alleged drone attacks during action against protesters in Rawalakot, PoK.

Republicans suffer historic US midterm defeat, questions rise over Trump

President Donald Trump’s Republican Party has suffered a major setback in the US midterm elections, with Democrats securing majorities in both the House and Senate.

Musk Deletes Republican-Supporting Posts After Major US Midterm Election Setback

After the Republican Party’s defeat in the US midterm elections, Elon Musk deleted some X posts supporting Republican candidates, including an October 29 appeal to voters.

Bangladesh to buy Chinese fighter jets; Pakistan may provide training

Bangladesh is preparing to buy J-10CE fighter jets from China in a proposed $2.2 billion defence deal, while reports say Pakistan may help with training.

Elderly father surrounded in field, beaten; FIR filed against five

In Uttar Pradesh’s Kaushambi district, an elderly man was allegedly beaten with sticks by his two sons, two daughters and son-in-law after a family dispute. Police have registered an FIR against five accused.

Samosa Caucus gains strength in US Congress as five leaders win

Indian-origin leaders performed strongly in the 2026 US midterm elections, with the Samosa Caucus likely to expand its presence in Congress.

Five historic milestones in US elections as several records are broken

Several results in America’s 2026 midterm elections have added new chapters to the country’s political history, with historic victories for candidates from diverse communities.

US sanctions Indian couple over alleged Iran oil trade help

The United States has imposed sanctions on an Indian couple and linked entities over allegations of helping Iran’s sanctioned oil trade.

Calls for nuclear bomb in Iran grow louder from mosques

The debate over building nuclear weapons in Iran has intensified, with hardline leaders, lawmakers and religious leaders raising demands for a nuclear bomb.