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New York Mayor Demands ICE Exit After Shooting Involving Child

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani demanded the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from the city after federal agents shot a man in his car with a 5-year-old present in the Bronx. The incident, which occurred on October 8, has raised concerns about the impact of ICE operations on community safety.

US adds torture charges against Maduro and wife in New York

US prosecutors have added new torture charges against Venezuelan ex-president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, accusing them of conspiring to torture political opponents and U.S. citizens. The charges are part of a broader legal case against the couple, who are held in a Brooklyn detention center and await trial in June 2027.

Trump vows no Iran strikes before midterms

Trump says US will not attack Iran before November 3 midterm elections, signaling a pause in military actions amid ongoing tensions. Oil prices fell as tensions eased, with analysts suggesting Trump's comments aim to stabilize markets.

French student protests escalate as 71k gather in Paris

French student protests intensify as 71,500 demonstrators gather in Paris, with clashes between protesters and police at the Bastille Square. The protests, part of a broader movement demanding better education funding, have seen over 6,600 arrests since September.

Russian missile strike kills 30 in Kramatorsk as attacks on Ukraine surge

Russian missile strike kills 30 in Kramatorsk as attacks on Ukraine surge. At least 30 people were killed in a Russian glide bomb attack on two civilian buses in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, according to officials. The attack follows a surge in Russian attacks on Ukraine, with civilian casualties rising sharply.

Trump delays Iran strikes until after midterms

President Trump announced the U.S. will not resume military strikes on Iran before the November 3 midterms, citing concerns over high gas and grocery prices. The decision comes as the administration continues discussions with Iran, aiming to maintain calm in the ongoing conflict.

Trump approves first military firing squad execution since WWII

Trump approved the first U.S. military firing squad execution since World War II, set for December 3 at Fort Hood. The execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in 2009, will be livestreamed by the Pentagon. The decision follows a botched lethal injection in Tennessee and comes amid renewed debate over the death penalty.

Trump pledges no Iran strikes before November 3 midterms

Trump pledges no military strikes on Iran before November 3 midterms as talks continue. The U.S. will not attack Iran prior to the elections, according to Trump. The conflict has driven up oil prices and impacted Trump's approval ratings.

Pentagon to execute Nidal Hasan via firing squad, first since 1961

The U.S. military will execute Nidal Hasan via firing squad, the first such execution since 1961, on December 3. The execution of Hasan, a former Army psychiatrist convicted of murdering 13 people and injuring 32 at Fort Hood in 2009, will be live-streamed. The move follows Trump's approval of the execution, which marks a significant shift in military justice procedures.

US files new torture charges against Maduro and wife in criminal case

US prosecutors have added new torture charges against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in a criminal case that has already seen the couple indicted for drug trafficking and firearms charges. The latest charges allege that Maduro and Flores conspired to torture political opponents and US citizens, with the indictment detailing methods such as electric shocks, beatings, and asphyxiation.

Ukraine bus attack kills 33 as Russia intensifies assault

A Russian glide bomb struck two minibuses in Kramatorsk, killing at least 33 people and wounding 22, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack marks a significant escalation in Russia's civilian targeting amid the ongoing conflict.

French students protest over education conditions as government faces pressure

French students continue to protest across the country as they demand better education conditions, with over 71,500 participants in Thursday's demonstrations. The protests, which have seen over 6,000 arrests since September, have led to clashes with police and raised concerns about the state of public schools.

Russian drone attack kills 33 in Kramatorsk as Ukraine warns of retaliation

Russian drone strikes in Kramatorsk killed 33 people, with 22 injured, as Ukraine's emergency services confirmed the attack. The strikes targeted public transport, with fires breaking out in at least two buses. Ukrainian officials condemned the attack, calling it a deliberate assault on civilians.

U.S. charges Venezuela’s Maduro over torture of Americans and opponents

U.S. authorities have charged former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro with torture, alleging he ordered physical and psychological abuse against Americans and political opponents. The indictment, part of a broader case against Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, adds to existing drug-trafficking charges that could result in a 50-year minimum sentence.

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