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Trump predicts deal with Russia on Ukraine and 'all of Europe' after meeting with Putin's envoy

US President Trump says the potential deal with Moscow is going to be "big" and "beautiful", adding "everyone's going to be thrilled."

Herzog says he'll announce on Sunday who will form new government in Israel

President Isaac Herzog holds consultations with political parties after October 27 election, in which neither Netanyahu nor Eisenkot secured majority.

Rubio on resignation watch amid speculation over 2028 presidential ambitions: report

White House, State Department dismiss claims as "baseless, false conspiracy theories".

US first lady hails Oleshky truce as 'small but significant beginning'

Melania urges Ukraine and Russia to build on the humanitarian cooperation achieved in Oleshky.

Israel's Eisenkot closes in on 67 recommendations after Arab Joint List endorsement

Israeli opposition leader expected to receive recommendations from the majority of the 120-seat Knesset once the Joint List formally submits a decision to the president.

The election of Democrats critical of Israel, alongside growing Republican opposition to Netanyahu's policies, signals a shift in Washington that could challenge decades of bipartisan support for Tel Aviv

Trump reveals calls from people critical of Hegseth

US president reiterates his intention to keep Hegseth at his post despite getting calls from people criticising the defence chief's leadership.

US aid to Israel tops $330B since 1948

Israel: Largest recipient of US aid

Bomb threats disrupt several European flights again

Threats prompt emergency landings, diversions, military escorts, and security inspections at airports in several countries.

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.

Ukraine dismisses two security officials as major corruption probe widens

Investigators allege a criminal network used connections inside law enforcement to shield fraud call centres, drug trafficking and counterfeit-goods production.

Abdul El-Sayed's victory tests the limits of political representation

Historic electoral gains are bringing new voices into American politics, but entrenched political interests continue to shape Washington’s foreign policy, particularly its support for Israel.

Russia, Ukraine exchange overnight strikes, injuring five

Drone attacks spark fires at a logistics facility in Ukraine's Kiev region and industrial facilities in Russia's Ryazan region.

Rome-bound Aer Lingus flight diverted to French military air base following 'bomb threat'

The incident comes amid a wave of hoax threats targeting airlines across Europe.

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.

Middle East war, higher fuel costs hit Emirates Group as half-year profit falls 66 pct

The decline in half-year earnings was the group's steepest since COVID-19 travel restrictions hit aviation in 2020.

US first lady to host Ukrainian, Russian officials at White House ahead of Abu Dhabi talks

The White House meeting comes a day after Ukraine's Zelenskyy honoured US first lady for helping secure a truce that allowed civilians to leave Russian-occupied Oleshky.

Vance privately accused Netanyahu of being 'wrong on everything' about Iran: report

The US vice president has reportedly urged diplomacy with Tehran, criticised Benjamin Netanyahu's influence and warned that the conflict could undermine the Republican Party's political future.

South Korea to deploy anti-piracy unit closer to Strait of Hormuz: report

The proposed expansion would take the unit's operations to the southern tip of Oman's Duqm Port, about 650 kilometres from the Strait of Hormuz.

North Korea says it tested advanced air defence system amid series of missile drills

Pyongyang reports testing a new missile system and conducting a separate long-range cruise missile exercise, as tensions with Seoul remain high.

Hong Kong court hands activist Joshua Wong 10-year prison sentence for 'foreign collusion'

Wong pleaded guilty to conspiring to collude with 'foreign forces' in a campaign calling for sanctions against mainland China and Hong Kong.

Hegseth faces Republican revolt over Iran war after crushing midterm defeat — report

Many Republican lawmakers are pinning blame on Hegseth for advocating for the war in Iran, which they argue cost them the midterm elections, CNN reports.

Israel faces diplomatic setbacks after four elections in 10 days

Election results in Serbia, Brazil and the US complicate Israel's diplomatic position, while an inconclusive domestic vote leaves its political parties struggling to form a government.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy hopes Democratic triumph in US midterms will generate more support

President Zelenskyy says he is grateful to Republicans, but Democrats are clearer in their support for Ukraine.