Politics
“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.
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.
It’s Time for Ukraine to Get a New President to End the War,” Says US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that it is time for Ukraine to have a new president, making the remarks in the context of efforts to end the war. He has also blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for high fuel prices. Trump’s comments, along with his announcement of a major diesel supply deal involving Russia, have sparked renewed debate over US policy, the war in Ukraine and the positions of Western countries.
Citing Wartime Conditions, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Schedules Parliamentary and Presidential Elections for 11September 2027 After a 15-Year Gap
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has postponed the country’s parliamentary and presidential elections, scheduling both for September 11, 2027, citing the ongoing war and security conditions. The decision means Palestinians will have to wait longer for elections, including a parliamentary vote that had been planned for later this year.
“You Will Kneel” — Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf Sends a Strong Message to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: “You Came to Destroy Iranian Civilization but Returned in Shame”
Foreign powers that attempted to destroy Iran’s ancient civilization ultimately faced defeat and humiliation, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said. Responding to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks on Western civilization and dominance, Ghalibaf issued a strongly worded warning directed at Washington. His statement invoked historical examples to deliver a pointed political message to the United States.
North Korea Warns of Tough Countermeasures Against the United States Over Human Rights Allegations
North Korea has warned of tough countermeasures against the United States over allegations concerning human rights violations and human trafficking. Pyongyang accuses Washington of using human rights issues as a political weapon to interfere in North Korea’s sovereignty and internal affairs.
Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress Chief Mamata Banerjee Detained in New Delhi, India
West Bengal’s former chief minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee has been detained by Delhi Police in connection with a protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The police action on October 10 was reported by several Indian media outlets.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Returns to Tehran After Attending CIS and Caspian Sea Summits
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has returned to Tehran after attending and delivering speeches at two major regional summits focused on strengthening regional cooperation, energy security and multilateral relations. According to Iran’s state news agency IRNA, Pezeshkian departed the city of Turkmenbashi for Tehran on Friday evening after a two-day visit to Turkmenistan.
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif Tweets in Hopes of US President Donald Trump Winning the Nobel Peace Prize
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had expressed hope that US President Donald Trump would win the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, praising his role in promoting peace in South Asia. Sharif shared the remarks in a post on the social media platform X on Friday, October 9.
85-Year-Old South African Jurist Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay Wins the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
South African jurist and former United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. She has been recognized for her contributions to strengthening international law, advancing accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity, and promoting peace. The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced her name on Friday. Pillay, who is of Indian-Tamil descent, was born in Durban, South Africa.
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.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Congratulates Vladimir Putin on His 74th Birthday, Praising His Leadership
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has extended warm birthday greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin on his 74th birthday, praising his leadership and wishing Russia “victory and glory.”
President Vladimir Putin Celebrates His 74th Birthday,Who is Power for 26 Years in Russian
Russian President Vladimir Putin is celebrating his 74th birthday today. Born on October 7, 1952, in Leningrad in the former Soviet Union, Putin has remained at the center of Russia’s political power for nearly 26 years. Since taking office as acting president on the final day of 1999, he has established himself as one of the most influential figures in Russia’s domestic politics and foreign policy.
Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court Orders Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan to Be Produced at Next Hearing
The Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has ordered that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in prison, be produced at the next hearing in the Federal Judicial Complex attack case. The court said he may be brought before the court in person or appear through a video link.
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Challenge Mecca Joint Defence Pact, Putting Pakistan to a Tough Test
Recent attacks on Saudi Arabia have raised fresh questions about the effectiveness of the Mecca Joint Defence Pact signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. At the same time, the developments are highlighting the strategic and security challenges Pakistan could face as it seeks a greater role in West Asia.
To block the long march towards Islamabad demanding the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, the administration has set up container barricades across all entry points to the capital.
Authorities have erected barricades made of a large number of containers on key roads and entry points into Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, ahead of a planned long march by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The measures have disrupted normal traffic in the capital and are also putting pressure on the country’s cargo transportation and supply chains.
Two Pakistani citizens were killed in firing by the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) in the border area of Punjab province.
Two Pakistani citizens were killed and another was injured after the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) opened fire along the India-Pakistan international border. The incident took place on Friday, October 2, in the Kasur border area of Pakistan’s Punjab province. The incident has raised fresh concerns amid recent tensions between the two countries.