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- 26 Oct 2026 · The Hindu
UN Experts Report Ongoing Genocide Allegations Against Israel Despite Gaza Ceasefire
UN experts claim that Israel's actions in Gaza continue to constitute genocide despite a ceasefire, citing crimes against humanity and sexual violence. Israel denies these allegations, and the AP could not independently verify the specific…
- 26 Oct 2026 · New York Post
UK Defense Secretary Urges Families to Prepare for Potential Crises, Including War
UK Defense Secretary Wes Streeting has launched a 'Be Ready' campaign urging families to prepare for various emergencies, including war, by stocking up on essential supplies. Streeting emphasized the growing threat of adversaries' capabili…
- 26 Oct 2026
Sri Lanka Aims to Boost Tourism to 26 Million Visitors by 2026
Sri Lanka's Tourism Development Authority has set a target of 26 million visitors by 2026, aiming for a daily influx of 10,800 tourists from October to December. This ambitious goal comes after a significant drop in tourist arrivals due to…
- 26 Oct 2026
Global Oil Prices Surge as Tensions Rise in the Middle East
Oil prices have reached new highs globally, with Brent crude surpassing $116 per barrel and WTI crude at $103.34 per barrel. This surge follows threats from Iran to attack energy facilities and pipelines in the Middle East if attacked by t…
- 20 Oct 2026
UK Deploys Jets to Defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi Attacks
The UK has announced the deployment of RAF Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia in response to escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting stated that the jets will operate in a defensive role and not conduct offen…
- 20 Oct 2026 · BBC News
UK Announces Deployment of RAF Jets to Aid Saudi Defense Against Houthi Aggression
The UK is deploying RAF Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia to counter Houthi missile and drone attacks, following a series of assaults on Saudi targets. The UK's Defence Secretary has clarified that the jets will be used defensively. This move i…
- 20 Oct 2026
Israel's Election Interference Debate: Western Funding Under Scrutiny
As Israel's October 27 elections approach, accusations of foreign interference are intensifying. While Israeli leaders have pointed to Iran, Russia, and China, journalist Nick Kolyohin argues that Western funding of Israeli media outlets a…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Escalating US-Iran Tensions: Implications for UAE Residents
The escalating US-Iran conflict has heightened regional tensions, with Iran threatening a more lethal response to any threats, while the US increases its military presence in the Middle East. These developments have led to flight suspensio…
- 3 Oct 2026 · The National
Call for Gulf Ecological Union Amid War-Induced Environmental Damage
A study calls for Gulf nations to form an ecological union to address the severe environmental damage caused by the Iran war, including oil spills, chemical leaks, and noise pollution that have impacted marine life and water security.
- 3 Oct 2026
Yemen's Houthis Face Costly Battle for Taiz as Regional Tensions Rise
Yemen's Houthis are set to face a costly battle as they attempt to capture Taiz, a city under government control but long besieged by the Houthis. The conflict has intensified, raising concerns about civilian harm and humanitarian crisis.…
- 3 Oct 2026 · WION
Projectiles Strike Two Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz, UK Maritime Agency Reports
Two oil tankers were hit by unidentified projectiles near the Strait of Hormuz, according to UKMTO, escalating security concerns in the vital West Asia shipping route. The first tanker experienced a small fire and a blackout, which was lat…
- 3 Oct 2026
India's Crude Oil Imports Surge Amid Middle East Crisis
India has managed to maintain its crude oil imports at a year-high of 5.26 million barrels a day in September, despite the ongoing Middle East conflict that has disrupted global energy supply chains. The surge was driven by increased shipm…
- 3 Oct 2026
Omani Co-Pilot's Extremism Raises Questions on Flydubai's Vetting Process
Hamam al-Hammami, an Omani co-pilot flagged for extremism, attempted to crash a flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. Despite his radical tendencies, he was cleared to fly to Israel, raising questions about vetting procedures. Investigators…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Threatens Severe Retaliation Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
Iran's IRGC warns of a more severe response to US threats, as tensions rise in the Gulf following Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. The US has sent the USS Theodore Roosevelt to the region amid the escalating situation.
- 3 Oct 2026
Saudi Arabia Prepares for Offensive Against Houthi Forces in Yemen
Saudi Arabia is preparing a military offensive against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, aiming to retake control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The operation, which could involve over 100,000 Yemeni troops, is expected to be launched in t…
- 3 Oct 2026
Former Israeli Hostage Negotiator Claims Gaza War Could Have Ended a Year Earlier
Former Israeli hostage negotiator Major General (retd) Nitzan Alon has stated that Israel could have ended the Gaza war about a year earlier, potentially saving lives and securing the release of hostages. Alon argued that Israel's insisten…
- 3 Oct 2026 · WION
Omani Co-Pilot Involved in Flydubai Cockpit Attack Previously Flagged for Security Concerns
Hamam Al-Hammami, an Omani co-pilot, has been identified as the individual who allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar on a Flydubai flight. Reports indicate that Al-Hammami had previously been flagged for security concerns in Oman, rais…
- 3 Oct 2026
flydubai Co-Pilot's Extremist Views Led To Mid-Air Sabotage Attempt
Hamam Alhamami, an Omani co-pilot with extremist views, attempted to sabotage a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, leading to a struggle with the captain and a subsequent emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Alhamami was previously bann…
- 3 Oct 2026 · WION
US Military Bolsters Middle East Presence with Third Aircraft Carrier and Additional Troops
The US is increasing its military presence in the Middle East by deploying a third aircraft carrier and up to 10,000 additional troops, amid rising tensions with Iran and potential for renewed strikes post-midterm elections. This move brin…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Fox News
FlyDubai Pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar Shares Harrowing Experience After Mid-Flight Attack
FlyDubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar recounted his harrowing experience after being attacked by his copilot mid-flight, leading to a rapid descent of the aircraft. Despite being wounded, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door, enabling…