Federal agents raided the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of an undisclosed criminal investigation, sparking immediate political backlash. The search occurred weeks before the midterm elections and follows years of targeted attacks from President Trump and Republicans.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirmed on October 12, 2026, that a suspected plot targeting the RAF Fairford airbase was likely coordinated in Iran and directed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The incident involved the arrest of five British men and a British-Iranian national, with no explosive found in seized vans.
Trump administration pushes Ukraine to stop attacking Russian oil refineries in exchange for diesel deal, as Trump seeks to ease sanctions on Russian diesel. The deal allows Russia to supply 2.25 million barrels of diesel to US and global markets, aiming to 'soften' Moscow's position on peace talks.
Federal agents raided the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, a vocal Trump critic, as midterm elections loom. The search, conducted by Homeland Security Investigations, is part of an ongoing federal investigation.
Saudi airports remain closed as Houthi attacks escalate, with Riyadh and Dammam airports under threat. At least 14 people killed in attacks on Saudi airports, prompting widespread international condemnation. UN officials and global leaders warn of potential wider conflict in the region.
Delta Air Lines has postponed its Atlanta-to-Riyadh flight service until March due to attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia's airport. The delay follows a series of strikes that have disrupted aviation in the region.
Federal agents raided the home of Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar, a Trump critic, on Monday. The search, conducted by Homeland Security Investigations, occurred three weeks before key midterm elections.
Thousands of demonstrators marched to India's Supreme Court to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations of electoral roll fraud, as police imposed strict security measures ahead of the protest. The march, called 'March for Democracy,' followed a series of demonstrations and led to the detention of thousands of protesters in Delhi.
Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz accused Laura Loomer of undermining Trump after she defended Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during a July interview. Bruesewitz called Zelensky 'weak' and accused him of bombing oil refineries moments after Trump announced a deal with Russia.
Federal agents raided the home of Rep. Ilhan Omar on Monday as part of a criminal investigation, while a D.C. judge rebuked the Trump administration for cutting down trees in East Potomac Park without proper notice. The actions highlight escalating tensions between federal agencies and political figures amid ongoing legal and environmental disputes.
US economists Robert Hall and Michael Woodford have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economics for their work on macroeconomic stabilisation. The prize, worth $1.2 million, was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Their research has improved the ability of central banks and governments to manage economic fluctuations.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but Ukraine and Russia have both rejected the proposal. The deal, which Trump claimed was agreed to by both sides, has been met with skepticism and criticism from Ukrainian officials who say it is not meaningful without concrete action.
US economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford have been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for their work on microeconomic foundations of stabilization policy. The prize, worth $1.2 million, highlights their contributions to understanding how monetary and fiscal policies can stabilize economic fluctuations.
Saudi airports face renewed attacks as Houthi rebels strike again, with 13 dead in latest assault. The Houthi group claimed responsibility for the attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, which came a day after a deadly strike. The Saudi-led coalition reported intercepting multiple missiles and drones heading towards the kingdom.
Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport remains closed as tensions with Yemen's Houthis escalate, following deadly attacks that have disrupted aviation and raised security concerns. The airport, which was shut after a deadly weekend attack, has been closed again as the conflict continues.
Sen. Thom Tillis called President Trump's Russia diesel deal a distraction from sanctions efforts, as Trump announced a potential 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine. The deal could impact energy prices and midterm election dynamics.
Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following a series of Houthi missile attacks that have caused significant damage and resulted in casualties. The airport, which was already closed due to previous attacks, is now being kept closed to ensure its safety after further incidents left one dead and over 300 injured.
India opposition leaders march to Supreme Court to demand resignation of chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid heightened security and protests over voter roll revisions. Over 130 million names deleted from voter lists, including 28 million who died and 63 million who relocated, sparking nationwide unrest and legal challenges.
Houthi rebels struck Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing 14 people and causing 99.7% of scheduled flights to be cancelled. The attacks, which followed a previous strike that killed 13, have disrupted civil aviation across the kingdom.
Delhi police closed six metro stations and restricted traffic in 20 areas ahead of a planned protest as opposition parties demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over controversial voter list revisions. The revisions, which deleted over 130 million names from voter rolls, have sparked days of unrest and legal challenges.
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea, according to South Korean military reports. The launches occurred near the eastern coast and were detected by both South Korea and Japan. The incidents add to ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula, particularly following a mine blast in the DMZ that injured three soldiers.
72 artisanal miners killed in air strike on Sudan-Egypt border, rights group says. Attack blamed on Egyptian air force, though not confirmed.
Houthi rebels struck Saudi airports, killing one and injuring 11 in Riyadh, with another attack confirmed at Dammam. The strikes mark a escalation in violence between Yemen's Houthis and Saudi Arabia.
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery this week to remove a lung nodule, according to reports from multiple sources. The 71-year-old pontiff confirmed the procedure during his Sunday address in St Peter's Square, stating the nodule was detected at an early stage.