Tigray Fighting Returns as Ethiopia Faces Risk of Wider War
Fighting has resumed in Tigray, a new opposition alliance challenges Addis Ababa, and analysts warn the conflict could spread and draw in Eritrea.
International Relations
Lebanon Must Regain National Decision-Making, PM Salam Tells UN
Lebanon's PM Nawaf Salam told the UN General Assembly that Beirut must reclaim national decision-making, secure Israel's full withdrawal, and avoid a security vacuum after UNIFIL leaves.
India and Liberia Launch 'Group of Friends' to Protect Shipping and Seafarers
India and Liberia announced a 'group of friends' on shipping and seafarer safety at the 81st UN General Assembly, with EAM Jaishankar condemning recent attacks on commercial vessels.
US to End Zimbabwe Health Funding After Data-Sharing Talks Collapse
The US will end health funding for Zimbabwe this month after talks on a bilateral deal collapsed over a data-sharing clause.
Supreme Court Allows Federal Voter Database Use Ahead of Midterms
Supreme Court lifts restrictions on DHS voter eligibility database SAVE, allowing states to use it for now despite privacy concerns and wrongful flagging.
US Government-Funded Trump Ad Expands Reach as Spending Jumps to $430,000
A US government-funded TV ad promoting President Trump aired for a third day with spending rising from $14,000 to $430,000, drawing bipartisan criticism.
Russian Daytime Strike on Kyiv's Solomianskyi District Kills Four
A Russian daytime attack on Kyiv's Solomianskyi district killed four people and injured seven, the city's military administration said.
ICG Ship Shaunak Sails for Perth Under Quad-at-Sea Observer Mission
Indian Coast Guard Ship Shaunak departed Chennai for Perth on September 25, 2026, carrying sea riders from all four Quad nations.
US Sees No Urgency in Canada Trade Talks as Tariffs and Import Bans Loom
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says Washington feels no urgency to settle its trade dispute with Canada, even as new import bans and threatened 50% tariffs deepen the rift.
Most Russian Black Sea grain terminals can restart quickly if attacks halt
Analysis of industry data shows about 80% of Russia's Black Sea and Azov grain terminal capacity could resume quickly if attacks stop, while three damaged sites face lengthy repairs.
UN adds 61 companies to Israeli settlement database, total now 214
The UN human rights office added 61 companies to its database of firms operating in Israeli West Bank settlements, bringing the total to 214.
Iraq PM tells UN state must hold sole authority over war and peace
Iraq's prime minister told the UN General Assembly that the state must alone decide on war and peace, with weapons held by constitutional bodies.
Jenu Kuruba voices join global indigenous forum in Nairobi
Jenu Kuruba representatives from Karnataka joined indigenous delegates from 16 countries in Nairobi, where a new alliance demanded the return of ancestral lands.
US Army Reserve Weighs Units for Possible Cuba Contingency Within 120 Days
An internal US Army message asks commands to assess units that could fall under Southern Command in 90-120 days, amid heightened pressure on Cuba.
White House TV pool resumes operations after judge lifts ban on three outlets
The White House television pool appeared to be back in operation Friday after a judge temporarily struck down the ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
Iran Offers to Reopen Strait of Hormuz in Seven Days Under Conditions
Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming nuclear talks within seven days if the US lifts its naval blockade, waives oil sanctions and observes a ceasefire including Lebanon.
JPMorgan Sees Turkey Cutting Rates Twice, Bringing Key Rate to 35%
JPMorgan forecasts Turkey's central bank will cut rates by 100 bps in October and December, lowering the main rate to 35% by year-end as inflation eases.
US TV Networks to Resume Coverage of Trump Events After White House Access Restored
US television networks will resume pool coverage of President Trump's events after CNN's White House access was restored by a court order.
Pezeshkian, Araghchi Meet US Media and Think-Tank Figures in New York
Iran's president and foreign minister met US media and think-tank representatives in New York during the UN General Assembly, state media said.
Pope Leo XIV Opens Paris Visit With Warning on AI and Human Dignity
Pope Leo XIV began his France visit by cautioning against a 'paradise of machines' and urging ethical limits on science and technology.