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At Least 28 Killed as School Roof Collapses in Pakistan’s Peshawar, Including 27 Students Under 13
At least 28 people have been killed after the roof of a school collapsed in Peshawar, in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The victims include 27 students and one teacher. Most of the students killed were under the age of 13. The tragic incident occurred on Thursday, October 15, while classes were in session, according to local authorities. There are fears that more people may still be trapped beneath the rubble.
We May Have Gone Too Far in Targeting Iran’s Top Leaders During the War,” Says US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States may have gone too far in targeting Iran’s top leadership, raising questions about Washington’s ability to identify whom to engage in diplomatic negotiations with Tehran.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Reportedly Moving Between Bunker-Equipped Palaces Amid Fears of Houthi Missile Attacks
Concerns over security in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, are growing amid a series of missile attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group. Against this backdrop, Saudi Crown Prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman is reportedly moving between heavily secured palaces equipped with bunkers, according to the American newspaper The Wall Street Journal. The report was subsequently cited by Israeli news outlet Ynet.
Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Warns of ‘Tough Measures’ Following Iran-Backed Houthis’ Attack on Riyadh Airport
Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in the capital, Riyadh, has reportedly experienced major disruptions following attacks attributed to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Against this backdrop, Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman has warned of tough measures against the Houthis.
Israel Heads to October 27 Election as Netanyahu’s Far-Right Coalition Faces a Tough Test in Opinion Polls
Israel is set to hold its national parliamentary election on October 27, with opinion polls pointing to uncertainty over whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition can secure enough seats to form the next government. The opposition bloc is also projected to fall short of a parliamentary majority, raising the possibility that Arab political parties could play a decisive role in post-election negotiations.
At least 12 people have been killed and more than 300 injured in an attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on an airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
At least 12 people have been killed and 309 injured in an attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, according to Saudi authorities. The attack reportedly damaged airport facilities, forcing a temporary suspension of operations for security reasons.
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Diplomacy 85-Year-Old South African Jurist Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay Wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
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At least four people, including three children and a teacher in Shooting at Elementary School in Oregon, Northwestern United States
At least four people, including three children and a teacher, have been killed in a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, in the northwestern United States. Another child and a teacher were seriously injured. Police said the suspected shooter, a 16-year-old boy, was also shot and killed at the scene.
“No Bombs or Nuclear Missiles Can Weaken the Iranian Nation’s Morale and Strength,” Says President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that bombing and missile attacks cannot force the Iranian nation to surrender. He stressed that maintaining public morale and national unity remains essential even under military pressure. However, he warned that internal divisions could create opportunities for adversaries to achieve their objectives.
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Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended from the Portugal national football team over alleged disciplinary misconduct.
Portuguese football superstar and national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following a disciplinary investigation into his departure from the national team camp. The suspension is expected to remain in place until a final decision is reached.
Germany’s Alexander Zverev defeats USA’s Ben Shelton in four sets to win his first-ever US Open title
Germany’s Alexander Zverev defeated American Ben Shelton in four sets to win the US Open men’s singles title for the first time. Zverev overcame Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 in Sunday’s final at Flushing Meadows in New York.
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View All“No Bombs or Nuclear Missiles Can Weaken the Iranian Nation’s Morale and Strength,” Says President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that bombing and missile attacks cannot force the Iranian nation to surrender. He stressed that maintaining public morale and national unity remains essential even under military pressure. However, he warned that internal divisions could create opportunities for adversaries to achieve their objectives.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Reportedly Moving Between Bunker-Equipped Palaces Amid Fears of Houthi Missile Attacks
Concerns over security in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, are growing amid a series of missile attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group. Against this backdrop, Saudi Crown Prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman is reportedly moving between heavily secured palaces equipped with bunkers, according to the American newspaper The Wall Street Journal. The report was subsequently cited by Israeli news outlet Ynet.
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Amid Anti-Government Protests in India, PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Projects Worth ₹13,000 Crore in Chennai Alongside Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several development projects worth approximately ₹13,000 crore in Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. One of the key events during his visit was the inauguration of the Poonamallee–Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase II. He was accompanied by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.
Is Elon Musk’s Starlink Satellite Internet Service a National Security Risk for India? Sovereignty and Regulatory Oversight at the Centre of Approval Debate
A debate over national security, data protection and government regulatory authority has emerged in India surrounding Starlink, the satellite-based internet service owned by technology entrepreneur Elon Musk. While Musk has raised concerns about the approval process for launching the service in the Indian market, the government’s position, as described in the source article, is that all licensed satellite communication providers must comply with the prescribed security requirements.
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Iran War Drives 42% Drop in Qatar’s Revenue in Six Months as IMF Warns of GDP Contraction
Qatar is facing mounting economic pressure as the ongoing war in the Middle East disrupts its energy infrastructure and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. The Gulf nation’s total revenue fell by 42% during the first six months of this year, according to Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
India’s Growing Economic and Strategic Importance, Alongside Its Independent Foreign Policy, Creates New Challenges in Relations with the United States
India’s growing economic and strategic importance, combined with its independent foreign policy, is creating a new dynamic in its relationship with the United States. While Washington seeks to strengthen trade, technology and security cooperation with New Delhi, differences over India’s close ties with Russia, Russian oil imports and the terms of a bilateral trade agreement are making relations between the two countries increasingly complex.
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View AllSaudi Arabia Could ‘Lose Everything’ if War with Yemen’s Houthis Continues, Iranian Analyst Seyed Mohammad Marandi Warns
Saudi Arabia could face a serious economic and domestic crisis if its conflict with Yemen’s Houthi movement continues, Iranian analyst and University of Tehran professor Seyed Mohammad Marandi has warned. He cautioned that an escalation of hostilities could potentially bring Saudi oil exports to a complete halt, with far-reaching consequences for the kingdom’s economy.
In extremely turbulent times, President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi must stay together’ — Russian House Director Dr. Elena
Next year, India and Russia will mark 80 years of diplomatic relations. Highlighting the longstanding bilateral ties, Dr. Elena Remizova, Director of the Russian House, said that amid the current turbulent international situation, people-to-people connections, cultural exchanges, education and business cooperation between India and Russia should be strengthened further alongside cooperation among BRICS members.
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Afghanistan Five Years Under Taliban Rule: The Reality of Women’s Education, Freedom and Freedom of Expression — Seen Through the Lens of BBC News
Nearly five years after the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, questions are once again being raised about women’s rights, education, freedom of expression and the everyday lives of ordinary Afghans. A two-year BBC investigation has provided a rare look inside the Taliban administration and the impact of its policies on the people.
Emergency Meeting of World Leaders Amid Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Trump Warns of Retaliation
Amid a severe escalation of war in the Middle East, Europe’s three top leaders have expressed deep concern over Iran’s decision to block the Strait of Hormuz. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pledged coordinated action to confront the potential threat from Iran during an emergency phone call.
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View AllIran War Drives 42% Drop in Qatar’s Revenue in Six Months as IMF Warns of GDP Contraction
Qatar is facing mounting economic pressure as the ongoing war in the Middle East disrupts its energy infrastructure and liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. The Gulf nation’s total revenue fell by 42% during the first six months of this year, according to Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
We May Have Gone Too Far in Targeting Iran’s Top Leaders During the War,” Says US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States may have gone too far in targeting Iran’s top leadership, raising questions about Washington’s ability to identify whom to engage in diplomatic negotiations with Tehran.
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View AllSuperstar Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended from the Portugal national football team over alleged disciplinary misconduct.
Portuguese football superstar and national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been provisionally suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) following a disciplinary investigation into his departure from the national team camp. The suspension is expected to remain in place until a final decision is reached.
Germany’s Alexander Zverev defeats USA’s Ben Shelton in four sets to win his first-ever US Open title
Germany’s Alexander Zverev defeated American Ben Shelton in four sets to win the US Open men’s singles title for the first time. Zverev overcame Shelton 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2 in Sunday’s final at Flushing Meadows in New York.
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“No Bombs or Nuclear Missiles Can Weaken the Iranian Nation’s Morale and Strength,” Says President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that bombing and missile attacks cannot force the Iranian nation to surrender. He stressed that maintaining public morale and national unity remains essential even under military pressure. However, he warned that internal divisions could create opportunities for adversaries to achieve their objectives.
Israel Heads to October 27 Election as Netanyahu’s Far-Right Coalition Faces a Tough Test in Opinion Polls
Israel is set to hold its national parliamentary election on October 27, with opinion polls pointing to uncertainty over whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition can secure enough seats to form the next government. The opposition bloc is also projected to fall short of a parliamentary majority, raising the possibility that Arab political parties could play a decisive role in post-election negotiations.
Amid Anti-Government Protests in India, PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates Projects Worth ₹13,000 Crore in Chennai Alongside Chief Minister Thalapathy Vijay
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for several development projects worth approximately ₹13,000 crore in Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu. One of the key events during his visit was the inauguration of the Poonamallee–Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase II. He was accompanied by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, popularly known as Thalapathy Vijay, and Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar.
Is Elon Musk’s Starlink Satellite Internet Service a National Security Risk for India? Sovereignty and Regulatory Oversight at the Centre of Approval Debate
A debate over national security, data protection and government regulatory authority has emerged in India surrounding Starlink, the satellite-based internet service owned by technology entrepreneur Elon Musk. While Musk has raised concerns about the approval process for launching the service in the Indian market, the government’s position, as described in the source article, is that all licensed satellite communication providers must comply with the prescribed security requirements.