COP31 climate summit in Türkiye attracts 102 leaders from six continents
A total of 102 leaders representing 95 countries and seven international organisations are expected to attend the UN’s COP31 Climate Change Conference in Türkiye.
9 Nov, 2026
Vance reportedly leading quiet push for new US-Iran deal
Axios cites sources saying Vance has been speaking with mediators, including Qatar and Pakistan, for the last two weeks to reach a deal, adding that envoys Witkoff and Jared Kushner were involved.
7 Nov, 2026
From Bangkok to Antalya: renewables are not a top-up
The problem is not that renewables cannot provide reliable power. It is that public de-risking is aimed at the wrong technology. Gas investors get guarantees. Renewable energy projects in the poorest countries face the highest borrowing costs.
6 Nov, 2026
Trump advisers joked about seeking asylum in Israel before midterm defeat, NYT reports
Senior Trump strategists discussed possible Republican electoral collapse, with one joking that Netanyahu could protect them, according to New York Times.
5 Nov, 2026
Censoring Palestine: Who gets to tell its story and how?
UK king calls slave trade ‘monstrous injustice’ at Commonwealth summit
US midterms kick off as voters weigh balance of power in Congress
Ukraine claims strike on major Russian oil refinery near Moscow
Iran’s Khamenei orders ‘geographically unrestricted’ response to any attack
31 Oct, 2026
Trump may consider major Iran strike if Republicans lose ground in midterms: report
As Qatari mediators push to revive US-Iran negotiations, Washington signals to Tehran that its best chance for a deal may be before next week’s midterm elections.
30 Oct, 2026
Kenyans caught in $130 million US ‘student loan fraud’
According to prosecutors, the suspects stole the personal data of Americans who had never been to college.
29 Oct, 2026
Türkiye marks 103rd Republic Day with ceremonies, nationwide celebrations
The October 29 anniversary marks the founding of the Republic in 1923, with Turkish President Erdogan highlighting the country’s progress in defence, energy, transport and diplomacy.
28 Oct, 2026
Pakistan bars Taiwanese airlines from its airspace in support of One-China policy: report
Islamabad tightens aviation restrictions in line with Beijing’s One-China policy as its strategic partnership with China continues to deepen.
28 Oct, 2026
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE discuss regional de-escalation mechanism involving Türkiye, Pakistan
Cairo stresses coordination with Türkiye and Pakistan through four-way ministerial mechanism to resolve regional conflicts through dialogue.
28 Oct, 2026
Antalya agenda: COP31 can turn zero waste from a theme into a delivery discipline
The annual UN conference gives decision-makers a chance to put Türkiye’s zero waste initiative at the heart of global climate action.
27 Oct, 2026
Israeli opposition urges mass turnout to end Netanyahu’s rule
Opposition leaders call on voters to deliver political change in parliamentary elections, warning that misinformation could undermine the electoral process.
26 Oct, 2026
Egypt authorises military support for Saudi Arabia as Houthi militia attacks escalate
Cairo’s move raises the prospect of deeper Egyptian involvement in the widening regional conflict, but President Abdel Fattah el Sisi says any assistance would focus on defending Saudi territory and borders.
26 Oct, 2026
Senior Turkish, Saudi and Pakistani officials to visit Iran for security talks
The visit aims to ease tensions between the US and Iran through dialogue and diplomacy, while backing mediation efforts by Qatar and Pakistan.
26 Oct, 2026
Victory for ‘democracy and multilateralism: World leaders hail Lula on Brazil election win
Leaders from Asia, Europe and the Americas hail Lula’s return to office, highlighting democracy, social justice and prospects for stronger international cooperation.
