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Five workers from Punjab were shot dead in Mashkel town near the Pakistan-Iran border, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The attack occurred amid ongoing counterterrorism operations, with officials reporting 109 terrorists killed since July 5.
Survivors of an Iranian drone strike on a US facility in Kuwait accuse senior commanders of ignoring intelligence warnings and inadequately protecting the base, according to a Washington Post investigation cited by multiple outlets. The strike killed six US soldiers on March 1, and an internal investigation has not resulted in disciplinary actions.
US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday at age 71 after a brief illness, his office said. Preliminary findings from the DC Medical Examiner indicate he died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Graham was a key ally of President Donald Trump and a prominent foreign policy hawk.
The United States and Iran have exchanged multiple rounds of strikes this week, with Iran declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed and attacking commercial vessels. Oil prices spiked and markets plunged as shipping disruptions intensified, with the US insisting the waterway remains open.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is set to visit Washington to meet President Donald Trump, with oil and gas agreements expected to be signed as part of a push for economic cooperation. The visit also addresses Iraq's efforts to balance ties with Iran and the US, amid military escalation and oil revenue losses.
Reports indicate that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has assumed a commanding role in Venezuela's governance, controlling finances and export revenue, with interim President Delcy Rodríguez deferring to his instructions. The situation follows the US military capture of Nicolás Maduro and has sparked debate over the extent of US influence, with some experts describing the arrangement as a colonial administration.
As the Australian parliament enters its winter recess, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reflects on a bold budget and recent diplomatic wins, while Labor's upcoming national conference in Adelaide will feature debates on AUKUS and other platform issues, highlighting internal party dynamics.
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a brief illness, days after meeting with Ukraine's president. Israeli leaders paid tribute, and Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel highlighted his importance and concerns about shifting support for Israel.
Pakistan has called on all sides in the US-Iran conflict to exercise restraint, following the collapse of a ceasefire and renewed attacks. Both Al Jazeera and Dawn report Pakistan's diplomatic efforts, including a call with Iran's foreign minister, amid fresh strikes.
Israel will hold parliamentary elections on October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking another term. Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot has emerged as a main rival, with polls showing his centrist party gaining ground. The campaign has already seen contentious moments, including AI-generated attack ads and warnings about election threats.
The US launched a third round of airstrikes against an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, hitting about 140 targets, while Iran responded by attacking several Gulf Arab states. Analysts describe a US shift toward eroding Iran's capacity to govern and finance its war effort, and a Tehran strategy of widening the battlefield.
The Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee approved a bill to temporarily freeze arrests of haredi draft evaders, despite legal warnings and opposition from the IDF. The bill is part of a broader legislative push by the coalition ahead of elections, with protests and criticism from former officials.
US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial traffic, even as the US and Iran continue to trade attacks. US Central Command confirmed that traffic is flowing in the strategic waterway, while regional states like Oman and Qatar have reacted to the escalating tensions.
Fresh US military strikes on Iran prompted Tehran to announce the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and to attack targets in several Gulf states. The escalation follows Iran's strike on a container ship, and regional governments report interceptions and damage. US Central Command maintains that commercial traffic continues to flow through the strait.
Following Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani's death at 74, Al Jazeera reflects on his 18-year reign that transformed Qatar from a quiet peninsula to a regional power through soft power, media, and mediation.
A lawsuit filed by the Iranian American Legal Defense Fund and Public Citizen Litigation Group alleges the Trump administration violated US law by providing Iran with confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers, including pro-democracy protesters, religious minorities, and LGBTQ individuals. The plaintiffs say the data could lead to persecution, torture, or death upon deportation, while ICE has denied the allegations. The suit also details a March 2025 meeting and ongoing information exchanges between US and Iranian officials.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for de-escalation and restraint as tensions between the US and Iran continue to rise, with fresh strikes exchanged. Dar engaged with Iranian and Saudi counterparts, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the Islamabad MoU, signed in June 2026.
The Israel-Gaza war has become a central issue in Michigan's competitive Senate primary, pitting progressive Abdul El-Sayed against moderate Haley Stevens. The race highlights deep divisions within the Democratic Party over US support for Israel, with significant outside spending and shifting voter sentiment.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar who transformed the Gulf state into a global economic and diplomatic power, has died at 74. He ruled from 1995 to 2013 and was credited with launching Al Jazeera, developing the country's LNG industry, and hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican from South Carolina and a key ally of President Donald Trump, has died at 71 after a brief and sudden illness. Tributes have come from figures including Ukraine's president and the Rwandan government, as his death prompts political calculations ahead of midterm elections.