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India and Israel oppose UN draft on regional conventional arms control
United Nations India and Israel have voted against a draft resolution in the UN by Pakistan and Belarus on conventional arms control at regional and subregional levels, with New Delhi saying countries' security concerns are not confined within regional boundaries. The draft resolution, titled ‘General and complete disarmament: Conventional arms control at the regional and subregional levels’, was approved by the UN General Assembly’s First Committee on Monday with 180 votes in favour, two against and no abstentions
Latino Voters Defy ICE Fears, Turn Out in Record Numbers for Midterms
Civil society groups feared that intensified Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations would chill voter participation among Latino communities ahead of the midterm elections. Instead, organizers report a surge in turnout, with data confirming that Hispanic voters are casting ballots at significantly higher rates than in previous cycles, driven by a determination to influence policy outcomes.
US Strikes Iranian Targets in Strait of Hormuz Ahead of Midterms
The United States conducted limited military strikes against Iranian targets in the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Monday, a U.S. official confirmed, marking a significant escalation just days before the nation's midterm elections. The operation targeted Iranian surface-to-air missile systems, occurring as Tehran outlined plans to reopen the critical waterway and resume nuclear negotiations with Washington.
Alberta Tabled Controversial Riding Boundary Maps Amid Gerrymandering Accusations
Alberta’s contentious new electoral riding boundary proposals were released to the public on Monday, triggering immediate condemnation from Opposition Leader Naheed Nenshi, who accused Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative government of attempting to rig the next election. The tabling of the maps sets the stage for a legislative debate and potential legal battles over the fairness of the redrawn districts.
Washington reports movement in Iran negotiations aimed at preventing escalation
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump signaled progress on Monday in talks with Iran to avoid a return to war, as Tehran reported “intensive” exchanges and offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under strict conditions. The diplomatic signals came ahead of Tuesday’s US midterm elections, in which Trump’s Republican Party is trying to keep control of Congress amid voter dissatisfaction over the conflict and the soaring fuel prices it has caused.
Hong Kong court set to sentence activist Joshua Wong in security case
HONG KONG: A Hong Kong court will sentence pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong on Thursday in his second national security trial, which could see him jailed for life, as reported by the judiciary’s website. The website showed on Tuesday that a sentencing hearing was scheduled for Nov 5.
Global failure to punish attacks leaves journalists at continuing risk
Every year on Nov 2, the world marks the Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) as one of the most consequential dates in the history of freedom of expression. The UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/68/163 at its 68th session in 2013, recognising the far-reaching consequences of impunity, particularly for crimes committed against journalists.
Democrats, Trump hold final rallies before midterm elections
Democrats teed up final get-out-the-vote rallies Monday on the eve of midterm elections where they expect to win at least partial control of Congress and impose political constraints on President Donald Trump for the first time in two years.
India's royals find new power in their past
In a sprawling palace in western India, the "queen" or Maharani of Baroda welcomes guests with fragrant rose petals, presenting torchlit dances of Hindu myths.
Years on from fall of IS, French jihadists face justice in Iraq
A decade ago, the Islamic State group broadcast its crimes as it recruited radicals from around the world and imposed a brutal system of oppression across swathes of Syria and Iraq.
Cyber attacks hit Russia, Ukraine after truce ends
Russia said its emergency warnings app came under a "massive cyberattack" on Monday, hours after Ukraine reported a hack in an apparent exchange of blows between the foes, as their longest truce came to an end.
Iran warns new war could last longer after Trump threatens strikes
Iran warned on Sunday that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, after President Donald Trump said he still had to "take care" of more targets.
Bulgarian president wins runoff vote as Black Sea attacks raise stakes
Bulgaria's President Iliana Iotova, who favours dialogue with Moscow and opposes military aid to Ukraine, won a presidential runoff vote on Sunday.
Longest truce of Ukraine war ends in Kherson
The longest truce of the Ukraine war, limited to the eastern Kherson region, ended on Sunday after Russia refused the offer of an extension, Ukrainian officials said.
Bulgarian president wins runoff election: exit polls
Bulgaria's President Iliana Iotova, who favours dialogue with Moscow and opposes military aid to Ukraine, won a presidential runoff vote on Sunday, exit polls showed.
Israel elections chief says inquiry into irregularities will not undermine result
The head of Israel's Central Elections Committee said on Sunday that an ongoing investigation into alleged foreign funding in the country's recent vote would not call into question its result, noting that so far "suspicions remain suspicions".
Violence after Germany's 'Gen Z' demos slammed by politicians
Multiple German politicians on Sunday criticised clashes and looting the day before on the margins of youth-led demonstrations, though several also warned that the acts should not eclipse the protesters' demands.
France launches 'attempted murder' probe after petrol bomb attacks on security forces
France on Sunday launched an attempted murder probe after petrol bombs were thrown at security forces during Paris protests, as footage of an officer in flames sparked outrage.
Five things to know about Poland's constitutional crisis
Poland's latest constitutional crisis has exposed deep political divisions between the country's pro-European government and conservative-nationalist opposition, triggering demonstrations and a new confrontation over the future of the Constitutional Tribunal.
France launches 'attempted murder' probe after petrol bomb attack on security forces
France has launched an attempted murder investigation after petrol bombs were thrown at security forces during a weekend protest in Paris, prosecutors told AFP on Sunday.
Yamaha pulls out of Qatar MotoGP over 'Middle East situation'
Yamaha said on Sunday it will not participate in next weekend's Qatar MotoGP, citing "the situation in the Middle East".
Tens of thousands protest in India's capital against voter roll revision
Tens of thousands joined a protest led by opposition politicians in India's capital on Sunday, renewing demands for the country's election chief to resign over an overhaul of voter lists they say unfairly benefits the ruling party.
Longest truce of Ukraine war, in Kherson region, set to end
The longest truce of the Ukraine war, brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump and limited to just the Kherson region, was set to end on Sunday evening after neither side announced an extension.
Portuguese police clash with housing protesters, arrest 13
Riot police with dogs stormed protest camps in Lisbon and Porto early Sunday, charging demonstrators with batons, arresting 13 people and leaving dozens injured in the latest confrontation over Portugal's housing crisis.
Thousands protest in India's capital against voter roll revision
Thousands joined a protest led by opposition politicians in India's capital on Sunday, renewing demands for the country's election chief to resign over an overhaul of voter lists they say unfairly benefits the ruling party.
Divided Bulgaria votes in tense presidential runoff
Bulgarians started voting Sunday in a presidential runoff between two candidates with contrasting visions on the war in Ukraine, following a series of drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
EU's new levy on parcels kicks in
The European Union slapped a two-euro ($2.25) handling fee on packages from outside the 27-nation bloc on Sunday in a bid to curb the influx from China.
German rioters loot shops as 'Gen Z' demos turn ugly
Masked rioters looted shops in the German city of Frankfurt on Saturday as massive demonstrations turned violent across the country, with police also firing water cannons at youths hurling Molotov cocktails.
UK king to address Commonwealth with 'unflinching honesty' amid slavery focus
King Charles III will confront "shameful aspects" of UK history with "unflinching honesty" when he addresses Commonwealth leaders next week, Buckingham Palace said Saturday, amid renewed scrutiny of Britain's role in historical transatlantic slavery.
Polish president holds crisis talks in court standoff
Poland's president Karol Nawrocki held crisis talks with political leaders on Saturday after a dramatic showdown at the constitutional court in an escalating dispute over judicial independence.
Israeli protesters demand opposition ally with Arab parties to oust Netanyahu
Hundreds of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to urge the opposition to ally with Arab parties to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has gone on the offensive against the minority group's leaders.
German police, protesters clash after 'Gen Z' demos
German police and protesters clashed across the country Saturday following massive youth-led protests, with authorities using water cannon and pepper spray as masked demonstrators hurled fireworks, stones and bottles.