US President Donald Trump warned during his UN speech that he would 'annihilate' Iran if Tehran failed to reach a deal to end the Middle East conflict, while also highlighting a recent agreement with Denmark and Greenland aimed at strengthening Arctic security.
President Trump faces political challenges as he navigates a high-stakes diplomatic week at the UN, hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping, with issues including Iran, trade, and AI on the agenda. His recent stance on AI, shifting the term to 'super intelligence,' has raised concerns about regulatory oversight and public sentiment.
Venezuelan driver Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot by an ICE agent in Texas and remains in hospital with a bullet still lodged in his body. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement and the use of force by federal agents.
The EU has removed Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list, despite opposition, as a compromise to extend sanctions on 3,000 individuals and entities linked to the Ukraine war for three years. The decision comes as the bloc faces a deadline to preserve the blacklist.
The EU has removed two Russian oligarchs, Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman, from its sanctions list, despite opposition from Latvia and Ukraine. The decision follows negotiations involving France and Luxembourg, with Slovakia also playing a role.
A Venezuelan man shot by an ICE agent in Texas is back in hospital for paralysis treatment. The man, 28, was shot by federal agents during a car accident and is now receiving medical care. His lawyer confirmed the man is in hospital for treatment regarding paralysis in his left side.
UN General Assembly opens with Trump, Erdogan, Lula in NYC as global leaders address peace, AI, and regional conflicts. Trump criticizes Iran and globalist policies, Erdogan calls for Palestinian statehood, Lula warns against election interference. The assembly faces uncertainty amid conflict, environmental issues, and tech disruption.
Trump announced a potential deal with Iran after the November midterm elections during his speech at the UN General Assembly, asserting that the U.S. will secure a pact with the Islamic Republic. The president emphasized that the outcome hinges on the election results, which he claims will ensure a continuation of his leadership beyond the midterm elections.
Sri Lanka's High Court has convicted 15 of 24 men accused of involvement in the 2019 Easter bombings that killed 279 people, including 45 foreigners. The verdict follows a five-year trial and marks a significant step in the ongoing investigation into the attacks.
A student fired himself in a high school in western Turkey, wounding 11 people, including two in critical condition. The attack occurred near the Inci Uzmez Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Turgutlu, Manisa province.
President Trump delivers speech at UN General Assembly as global tensions and AI concerns dominate the event. The speech comes amid ongoing conflicts and rising energy prices, marking a significant moment in international diplomacy.
Rwanda's former official Vincent Brown is the first person charged in the UK for alleged involvement in the 1994 genocide. Brown, 65, faces charges related to conduct ancillary to genocide and murder as a crime against humanity.
Four people died in Japan as Typhoon Dujuan caused landslides and disrupted power and transportation, according to official reports. The storm, which hit Tokyo and surrounding areas, led to widespread damage and evacuations.
Russia's pro-Putin United Russia party secured 57.83% of the vote in the parliamentary election, with near-complete results showing a decisive victory. The outcome underscores continued support for President Vladimir Putin's war efforts in Ukraine, as the party maintains its grip on the Russian parliament.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the UN as UK agrees to refuel Saudi jets in defensive missions amid clashes with Yemen's Houthis. The UK's Royal Air Force will provide air-to-air refuelling for Saudi aircraft, a move aimed at securing regional stability and maintaining oil flow through key straits.
Trump barred three major media outlets from White House access as they sue over the decision. The ban, which came after President Trump accused them of 'fake news,' has led to a suspension of press coverage and a lack of live footage of key events.
Trump's administration seeks tighter control over NIH grants, prompting backlash from lawmakers. The move, which includes potential executive orders and White House reviews, has raised concerns about politicizing research funding. Congress members, including Republicans, have criticized the effort, warning it undermines the scientific merit-based process for grants.
UK prosecutors have charged a 65-year-old man with offences related to the 1994 Rwanda genocide, marking the first such charges in the UK. Dr Vincent Brown, formerly known as Vincent Bajinya, is accused of directing and inciting acts of murder and genocide during the 100-day slaughter that killed over 800,000 people.
Brazilian President Lula and Senator Bolsonaro remain statistically tied in potential runoff elections, with polls showing their support within margin of error.
Russia's pro-Putin United Russia party secured a historic 355 seats in the Duma, maintaining its dominance and reinforcing Vladimir Putin's grip on power. The party's 57.83% victory, up from 49.8% in 2021, highlights continued support for the war in Ukraine, with 49 veterans of the conflict elected to parliament. The election, held in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, faced international criticism for its legitimacy.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces third electoral setback in two weeks as CDU loses key state elections, with far-right AfD securing 38% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Merz denies personal blame, vowing to push reforms despite political turmoil.
French and Canadian leaders pledged closer ties in defense, energy, and trade as US tensions rise, with Macron and Carney reaffirming French territories' status amid Trump's flag map.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledges to maintain his coalition despite CDU's worst regional election loss since World War II, as the far-right AfD secures a second state election victory in a month. Merz described the results as a 'disaster' for his party, but remains committed to the 'democratic future' of Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) suffered its worst regional election defeat in postwar Germany, failing to clear the 5% threshold for parliamentary representation in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The CDU's loss marks a third electoral defeat in two weeks, signaling growing challenges for Merz's government.