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.
November 9, 2026
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.
November 9, 2026
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.
November 9, 2026
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.
November 9, 2026
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.
November 9, 2026
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.
November 7, 2026
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.
November 7, 2026
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.
November 7, 2026
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.
November 7, 2026
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.
November 7, 2026
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.
November 6, 2026
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.
November 6, 2026
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.
November 6, 2026
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.
November 6, 2026
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.
November 6, 2026
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.
November 5, 2026
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.
November 5, 2026
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.
November 5, 2026
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.
November 5, 2026
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.
November 5, 2026
