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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in Seoul for talks with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, calling on the US to change its 'hostile policy' toward North Korea. The visit follows President Lee Jae Myung's proposal for multiparty talks to formally end the Korean War.
North Korea's Kim Yo-jong dismissed the US decision to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea as meaningless, saying Pyongyang focuses on the fact that the drills continue. A KCNA commentary vowed to 'completely neutralize' military threats, while South Korea's unification minister expressed hope the reduction could open dialogue.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit against Texas Governor Greg Abbott to force the extradition of ICE agent Christian Castro, who faces state charges for shooting a Venezuelan man. The Justice Department is also considering federal charges against Castro, with a court hearing set for Tuesday.
Sen. Jon Ossoff's sharp criticism of President Trump, including a reference to aide Natalie Harp, has triggered a wave of White House insults and a media frenzy. The exchange highlights escalating political tensions and questions about media coverage and gender dynamics.
Natalie Harp, President Trump's executive assistant, has become an indispensable yet controversial figure in the White House, known as the 'human printer' for carrying a portable printer and controlling information to the president. Her intense devotion, including jumping into an SUV trunk and writing gushing letters, has sparked scrutiny and debate, with some calling it unhealthy and others defending her loyalty.
The Israeli military said it struck a meeting of Hamas commanders and elite operatives near Gaza City's port, with reports of six killed. Separate strikes on a Gaza City police post and Nuseirat refugee camp raised Wednesday's toll to at least 10, while Hamas condemned the attacks and accused Israel of undermining ceasefire efforts.
Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for presidential elections during wartime, saying 'Democracy cannot be held hostage by Russia'. The appeal, made in a video address, is seen as the most direct political challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy since the invasion began. Days later, anti-corruption investigators launched a probe involving senior officials in the president's office, adding to the pressure.
President Donald Trump’s public acknowledgment of North Korea’s nuclear arsenal and his order to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea have sparked concerns about alliance cohesion and denuclearization commitments. Analysts warn that transactional diplomacy and a perceived shift in US policy could undermine regional stability and play into China’s preferences.
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, barring them from the US and its financial system. The ICC called the move a 'flagrant attack' on its independence, while Japan expressed regret and other nations voiced concern.
Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to settle civil lawsuits over the theft and sale of human remains donated to its medical school. The settlement was preliminarily approved by a Boston court, with a final hearing set for December. Former morgue manager Cedric Lodge and his wife were sentenced for their roles in the scheme.
US President Donald Trump said no talks are planned with Iran and declared the Strait of Hormuz open, while Iran insists the waterway stays closed until US conditions are met. The UAE suspended trade with Iran, and regional tensions remain high amid missile alerts and a US–Iran dispute over mine removal.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has launched a £442m national drive to offer every rough sleeper in England a route off the streets by Christmas, backed by £102m in new funding. The plan has drawn support from homelessness charities but faced criticism from opposition figures over its lack of detail and reliance on voluntary participation.
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has called recent settler violence in the West Bank village of Kusra 'terrorism,' warning that those involved could face U.S. sanctions. The attacks, which included cutting water and electricity to Palestinian homes, have drawn international condemnation, with Huckabee invoking the Ten Commandments and urging Israel to take responsible action.
Democrats face a steep path to regain the Senate majority, needing to flip four Republican-held seats while defending their own. The race features competitive matchups across the country, with third-party candidates and a name-twin challenger in Alaska adding unpredictability.
Iran's top security official warned neighboring countries against joining US economic pressure, threatening retaliation and oil route closures. Egypt is attempting to revive talks, while regional tensions persist.
Mexico is considering new trade restrictions on goods from China and other countries, a move that would deepen its alignment with Washington amid renegotiations of the USMCA trade pact. The measures, which could target steel and vehicles, come as President Sheinbaum expresses optimism about reaching a deal with the US following the collapse of US-Canada talks.
US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke by phone ahead of new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, with negotiations described as 'intense and delicate.' The talks cover about $20bn in imports, with disputes over auto tariffs and US content requirements remaining unresolved.
The United States imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, prompting condemnation from the ICC and criticism from Japan, where lawmakers say Tokyo's response was too weak.
As the US-Iran conflict deepens, the Gulf's security architecture comes under strain. President Trump's threats against Oman and a perceived breakdown in traditional alliances prompt analysts to question the future of American security guarantees, with some calling for a new regional order.
The Trump administration has filed a proposal to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, potentially opening nearly 45 million acres of national forest to development. Environmental groups criticize the move, warning of increased road construction, logging, and wildfire risk, while officials say it will improve forest management.