Israel says ‘national interests’ will dictate retaliation against Iran
PM Netanyahu’s office says it will consider US ’opinions’, but Israel will make its own decision in attacking Iran.
Taiwan reports surrounded by 153 Chinese military aircraft during drills
Exercises raise regional tension warns Taipei; US slams war games as it launches drills with Philippines.
To boost Ukraine’s army, feared patrols hunt for potential conscripts
Officials stalk nightclubs, concerts and subway stations, looking for men who cannot serve or refuse to join the army.
Families want justice, ‘blood money’ for AU peacekeeper killings in Somalia
As African Union forces fighting al-Shabab plan to withdraw this year, Somalis seek accountability for civilian deaths.
Deep pain in a beautiful West Bank home: The Arrabis’ dead sons
Israeli soldiers killed one brother after another. Eventually all three were laid to rest beside their father.
EU sanctions Iran over alleged missile transfers to Russia
European Council says 14 individuals and entities subject to asset freeze and travel ban.
Cuban president leads pro-Palestinian march in Havana
Scheduled for October 7 to mark one year since Israel’s war on Gaza, the rally was postponed due to Hurricane Milton.
North Korea blows up roads near South Korean border as tensions soar
Latest move comes after Pyongyang accused South Korea of sending drones carrying propaganda leaflets over its capital.
Australia announces plans to ban debit card surcharges
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says move would help ease cost of living for households.
Russia jails French researcher Laurent Vinatier for three years
Vinatier, who works for a Swiss conflict mediation group, was detained as ties between France and Russia deteriorated.