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US and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump's 'annihilation' threat
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BBC Middle East
center30d ago

US and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump's 'annihilation' threat

Top Iranian and US officials held talks at the UN in New York, mediated by Qatar, marking the first such discussions since a June ceasefire unravelled. The meetings occurred on a day US President Trump threatened to "annihilate" Iran if the conflict remained unresolved, while Iran reiterated demands for an end to US "acts of aggression."

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Wall Street’s Nasdaq hits all-time high as AI frenzy gathers pace
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Al Jazeera
center31d ago

Wall Street’s Nasdaq hits all-time high as AI frenzy gathers pace

Investors shrug off AI safety concerns and Iran war, sending market to a new peak.

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Iran’s accuses Europe of enabling Israeli war crimes in region
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

Iran’s accuses Europe of enabling Israeli war crimes in region

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused European countries of enabling Israeli war crimes in the Middle East during meetings with German and EU officials on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Araghchi warned of severe long-term consequences if European nations continue to facilitate and support Israeli-U.S. actions in Gaza and Iran, calling for an end to Israeli impunity.

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Watch: Macron calls Gaza ‘a spectacle that shames us all’ at UN General Assembly
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

Watch: Macron calls Gaza ‘a spectacle that shames us all’ at UN General Assembly

Speaking at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, French President Emmanuel Macron slams world leaders’ inactivity in the face of Israel’s violations of the Palestinian people’s right to exist. "What is our credibility worth if we remain inactive on Gaza? Some claim that peace has been achieved, but this has not opened up humanitarian deliveries for a second.

Israel–Palestine
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Russia launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, numerous explosions heard
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Ukrainska Pravda
center30d ago

Russia launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, numerous explosions heard

Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast around 01:00 on September 24, with multiple explosions reported in the capital. Debris from the attack, which involved missiles launched from Kursk and Bryansk, fell on non-residential premises and administrative buildings across several districts, prompting an all-clear alert at 02:27.

Ukraine–Russia
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Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban
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BBC US & Canada
center30d ago

Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban

A federal judge heard arguments on Wednesday regarding the Trump administration's ban on CNN, Politico, and MS NOW reporters from White House grounds. The media outlets argued the ban violates First Amendment rights and is a pretextual retaliation for critical reporting, while the Justice Department asserted the president has the right to exclude individuals. Judge Timothy Kelly stated he would rule as soon as possible on the request for a temporary restraining order to restore the reporters' access.

United States
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Watch: What messages did the US and Iran send about the war?
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BBC US & Canada
center30d ago

Watch: What messages did the US and Iran send about the war?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the UN General Assembly in New York, stating Iran would not yield after nearly seven months of conflict but remained open to diplomacy. This marked the first visit to New York by a president of a nation engaged in conflict with the United States to address the assembly.

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Putin envoy heads to US for talks with Trump officials – Reuters
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Ukrainska Pravda
center30d ago

Putin envoy heads to US for talks with Trump officials – Reuters

Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev is traveling to New York on Wednesday, September 23, for talks with Trump administration representatives including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. The visit, agreed upon by Vladimir Putin, aims to maintain dialogue on economic cooperation, energy, and a peaceful settlement in Ukraine during the UN General Assembly.

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Jared Kushner admits 'delays', as scant $2.45bn starter plan for Gaza unveiled
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

Jared Kushner admits 'delays', as scant $2.45bn starter plan for Gaza unveiled

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, who has no official role within the administration but serves as one of its top peace negotiators, led the unveiling on Wednesday of a $2. 45bn starter plan for rebuilding Gaza, as members of the "Board of Peace" gathered on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.

Israel–Palestine
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Gaza flotilla activist on hunger strike in Tunisia jail ‘on verge of death’
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Al Jazeera
center30d ago

Gaza flotilla activist on hunger strike in Tunisia jail ‘on verge of death’

Gaza solidarity activist Wael Naouar is in critical condition on day 39 of his hunger strike in a Tunisian hospital, protesting charges of financial misconduct against him and three other activists. A judge rejected their appeal against pre-trial detention, with Naouar's lawyer reporting significant weight loss and pain, while authorities have not commented on his case.

Israel–Palestine
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UN General Assembly 2026: Arab and Muslim leaders denounce militarism engulfing region
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

UN General Assembly 2026: Arab and Muslim leaders denounce militarism engulfing region

Arab and Muslim leaders once again focused heavily on the US-Israel war on Iran and the genocide in Gaza on the second day of the United Nations General Assembly. On Wednesday, it was Iran's turn to respond to US President Donald Trump's Tuesday speech, in which he set the tone by threatening to "annihilate Iran" while, in the same breath, mentioning that he would like to make a deal to end the war.

Iran
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls for sustained pressure to end ‘Putin’s crazy war’
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Al Jazeera
center30d ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls for sustained pressure to end ‘Putin’s crazy war’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, calling for sustained economic pressure on Russia to end what he termed 'Putin’s crazy war,' and claimed Russia has lost 248,000 soldiers in eight months while capturing minimal territory. Zelenskyy urged world leaders to continue choking Russia's revenues, stating that the war is driven by Putin and that Ukraine is prepared for a harsh winter with retaliatory measures against Russia.

Ukraine–Russia
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OpenAI to provide Ukraine with tools to combat cyberattacks
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Ukrainska Pravda
center30d ago

OpenAI to provide Ukraine with tools to combat cyberattacks

Technology firm OpenAI will provide Ukraine with free access to its AI cybersecurity system, Daybreak, and GPT-5.6 Sol model to protect civilian infrastructure from cyberattacks. This initiative aims to bolster Ukraine's cyber defense capabilities against an ongoing threat, with cybersecurity experts noting its potential as a valuable force multiplier.

Ukraine–Russia
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US judge leaves White House media ban in place for now
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Al Jazeera
center30d ago

US judge leaves White House media ban in place for now

US District Judge Timothy Kelly has kept the White House media ban in place for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, following a hearing on their request for a temporary restraining order. The administration defended the ban, citing national security concerns and alleged reporting of falsehoods, while the outlets argue the ban violates their First Amendment rights.

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"General Winter" may go over to Ukraine’s side this year – Zelenskyy
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Ukrainska Pravda
center30d ago

"General Winter" may go over to Ukraine’s side this year – Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on September 23 that Ukraine will make the coming winter painful for Russia if it continues to strike Ukraine's energy system. Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will ensure "General Winter," historically an ally of Russia, supports Ukraine's defense if Russian attacks on energy infrastructure persist, urging de-escalation before winter.

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‘Mr Rogers was political, too’: Ms Rachel challenges critics over Gaza and ICE detention
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

‘Mr Rogers was political, too’: Ms Rachel challenges critics over Gaza and ICE detention

Children's educator Rachel Accurso, known as Ms Rachel, stated on the talk show SubwayTakes that advocating for children, including those in Gaza and US immigration detention, is inherently political, drawing parallels to Fred Rogers. She pushed back against critics who argue educators should remain apolitical, highlighting Rogers' historical stances on racial integration and public broadcasting.

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Pregnant Palestinian detainee faces harsh conditions in Israeli prison
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Middle East Eye
center30d ago

Pregnant Palestinian detainee faces harsh conditions in Israeli prison

The Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs said a pregnant Palestinian detainee is enduring harsh health, humanitarian, and psychological conditions in Israel’s Damon prison. In a report, the commission said Abu Khdeijeh has been detained since 27 August 2026, when she was subjected to a harsh arrest in which she was blindfolded and her hands were tightly bound with plastic restraints, causing them to swell.

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The White House press pool: What is it and how does it work?
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Al Jazeera
center30d ago

The White House press pool: What is it and how does it work?

President Donald Trump announced he would ban CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House due to unfavorable coverage, leading the three organizations to sue the administration over alleged First Amendment violations. In response, television networks participating in the White House press pool announced they would suspend presidential pool coverage following CNN's removal from its scheduled duties.

United States
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Zelenskyy: Putin is patient zero and has to be stopped
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Ukrainska Pravda
center30d ago

Zelenskyy: Putin is patient zero and has to be stopped

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, calling Russian leader Vladimir Putin "patient zero" spreading the idea of war and emphasizing that Ukraine targets Russia's finances to stop its war financing. Zelenskyy urged stronger sanctions and air defense support for Ukraine, stating that easing pressure on Russia prolongs the conflict and increases global danger.

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Israel’s ambassador to the US says son injured in West Bank car-ramming
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Al Jazeera
center30d ago

Israel’s ambassador to the US says son injured in West Bank car-ramming

Israel's Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, stated his son was critically injured in an alleged car-ramming attack west of Ramallah, where Israeli forces shot dead a Palestinian man identified as Mahmoud Mohammad Mahmoud Suleiman. The soldier, Neria Dov ben Chana, underwent surgery and his life remains at risk, while Israeli forces raided the suspected attacker's village and blocked its entrances.

Israel–Palestine
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