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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
U.S. Midterm Elections Just One Month Away: Trump Faces Public Discontent as 65% Blame His Policies for High Prices — AP/NORC Survey
With just one month to go before the U.S. midterm elections, the latest AP-NORC survey has highlighted growing public dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump over the cost of living and the economy.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets U.S. President Donald Trump at Reception for World Leaders on UNGA Sidelines in New York
On the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at a reception hosted in New York for world leaders. According to information released by Pakistan’s Press Information Department (PID), the two leaders met during the reception hosted by President Trump.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Comments on Iran’s Possible Involvement in Attack on Dubai–Israel Flight
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said it is too early to determine whether Iran was involved in the incident aboard a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, in which one pilot was stabbed and an attempt was allegedly made to take control of the aircraft.
Kazakh President Tokayev Calls Putin the Most Acceptable Political Figure, Voices Support for His Leadership
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has described Russian President Vladimir Putin as a strong and experienced political leader, expressing support for his leadership of Russia.
Iranian Armed Forces Ready for Preemptive Military Action if an Imminent Threat Emerges” — Army Spokesman
Iran’s armed forces are prepared to conduct preemptive military operations if an imminent threat emerges against the country, according to Brigadier General Amir Akraminia, spokesman for the Islamic Republic of Iran Army. He also said that following the recent war, Iran has moved its military doctrine from a traditionally defensive posture toward a more offensive strategy.
Sheikh Hasina’s December Return Announcement, Ajit Doval’s Reported Secret Dhaka Visit: What Geopolitical Equation Is Bangladesh Navigating?
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s announcement that she plans to return to Bangladesh in December, reports of a discreet visit to Dhaka by India’s National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval, and a possible visit to India by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have sparked discussion about a new geopolitical equation in Dhaka–New Delhi relations.
India Follows a ‘Zero-Tolerance’ Policy Against Terrorism—Prime Minister Narendra Modi
India is currently following a “zero-tolerance policy” against terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said. He made the remarks during the 138th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, ahead of the 10th anniversary of the 2016 surgical strike.