Turkey Forms Council to Oversee Investment Fund Liquidations
Turkey has set up a fund coordination council chaired by its vice president to oversee the rapid liquidation of investment funds and protect investor rights after a market crisis.
International Relations
Two Killed in Separate Israeli Strikes in Gaza, Health Officials Say
Two people were killed in separate Israeli airstrikes in Gaza on Tuesday, health officials said, as casualties were brought to Shifa Hospital.
US to Extend Qatar Camp Housing Over 1,000 Stranded Afghans by Nine Months
The Trump administration is set to extend Camp As Sayliyah in Qatar for nine months, keeping over 1,000 Afghan allies and relatives of US service members from possible removal to Afghanistan.
Russian Tu-95 Strategic Bomber Crashes in Far East, Killing Six Crew Members
A Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber crashed during a training mission in the Amur region, killing six crew members. One survivor was hospitalized.
Developing Nations Press for a Greater Say in Global AI Rules at UN
At the UN's annual diplomatic gathering, developing countries demanded a bigger role in shaping AI rules, warning of deepening inequality.
Burnham Lifts Labour's Mood, but Policy Detail Remains Scarce
Andy Burnham has revived Labour's spirits at its annual conference, yet businesses and MPs say near-term plans and funding remain unclear.
Trump unveils America.gov AI chatbot, renames AI 'superintelligence'
Trump launched America.gov, an AI chatbot for government services, vowed never to stifle AI growth, and said the US is leading China in what he now calls superintelligence.
Three Mehsana Family Members Vanish En Route To US; Ransom Call From Ethiopia
Three relatives from Mehsana who set out for the US via Ethiopia have gone missing, with a caller demanding Rs 1 crore in ransom.
Pressure Builds for First Woman UN Secretary-General as Race Narrows
With the UN's top job opening, four women are in the running to become the first female secretary-general, amid calls for gender parity.
Chengdu Grants Na Ying Exemption After Unapproved Tribute Song at Concert
Chengdu authorities said Na Ying's brief tribute to the late Liu Huan did not require additional approval, highlighting China's strict performance censorship rules.
Qatar Says US-Iran Mediation Continues as Messages Exchanged
Qatar says it is still exchanging messages between the US and Iran, seeking common ground to end a seven-month war.
US ban on $967 million in Canadian alcohol, dairy and motorcycle imports takes effect
A US ban on imports of Canadian alcohol, dairy products and motorcycles worth an estimated $967 million took effect Tuesday, deepening trade friction with Canada.
US lawmakers urge FERC to block $33 billion AES sale to BlackRock unit
A group of US lawmakers, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, has asked federal energy regulators to reject the $33.4 billion sale of power company AES to a BlackRock subsidiary and its partners.
Syria Urges EU to Lift Remaining Sanctions as Kallas Visits Damascus
Syria's foreign minister called on the EU to remove sanctions on state institutions and press Israel over its military activity, as Kaja Kallas visited Damascus.
US Tightens H-1B Visa Rules, Adding New Costs and Scrutiny for Indian Tech Workers
The US has tightened H-1B rules with a $100,000 payment for certain new overseas hires, additional employer fees and layoff scrutiny, affecting Indian tech workers.
NNPC Posts 33% Profit Rise to $5.43 Billion for 2025 Despite Revenue Decline
Nigeria's NNPC reported a 2025 after-tax profit of 7.2 trillion naira ($5.43 billion), up 33% year on year, even as revenue fell to 34.5 trillion naira.
US Sanctions Iran Military Supply Network as rial Hits Record Low
The US sanctioned 10 individuals and entities accused of enabling Iran's military procurement, as the rial slid past 2.5 million to the dollar.
Japan Urges India to Speed Up Approval of UNICORN Naval Radar Deal
Japan has asked India to expedite internal clearance of the UNICORN naval radar agreement signed during Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's July visit.
EU cuts maize harvest forecast to lowest level this century after summer drought
The European Commission cut its EU maize production forecast to 48.3 million metric tons, the lowest since at least 2000, after drought damaged crops.
Indian Official Attends SCO Planning Meet in Islamabad as Pakistan Sets 2027 Summit
An Indian delegation led by MEA Joint Secretary Alok Dimri attended an SCO National Coordinators' meeting in Islamabad, where Pakistan announced it will host the SCO Summit in August 2027.