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Witkoff, Kushner meet mediators as Iran sets demands for reopening Hormuz
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right31d ago

Witkoff, Kushner meet mediators as Iran sets demands for reopening Hormuz

US President Donald Trump stated that envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with mediators and Iranian officials on Tuesday to discuss a potential deal to end the Iran conflict. Iran's conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz include lifting the naval blockade, releasing frozen assets, and ending conflict across regional 'resistance' fronts, according to Iranian state media.

Iran
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Spain allows US extradition case against pro-Palestine aid donor to proceed
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The Guardian Europe
left31d ago

Spain allows US extradition case against pro-Palestine aid donor to proceed

The Spanish government has allowed the U.S. extradition request for activist James Chambers, accused of supporting Hamas through donations to Palestinians, to proceed in Spanish courts. This decision, described as "purely procedural" by a minister, faces opposition from within the governing coalition and raises concerns about political persecution and setting a dangerous precedent for solidarity with Palestine.

Israel–Palestine
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Iran and US have held talks on sidelines of UN summit, says Donald Trump
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The Guardian Middle East
left31d ago

Iran and US have held talks on sidelines of UN summit, says Donald Trump

Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, held three hours of talks with US special envoy Steve Witkoff on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, mediated by Qatar. An Iranian official indicated readiness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the US eases military and economic pressure, though internal disputes in Tehran reflect ongoing divisions over negotiations.

Iran
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Trump heaps praise on Middle East leaders at UN meeting on Iran war
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Middle East Eye
center31d ago

Trump heaps praise on Middle East leaders at UN meeting on Iran war

On Tuesday at the UN General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump met with leaders from Jordan, Qatar, Turkey, Syria, Iraq, Egypt, Lebanon, and Kuwait, praising them as "greatest and closest friends" while confirming productive talks with Iranian officials regarding a potential deal. Trump also detailed US-Israeli military actions against Iran, including "Operation Epic Fury," which he claimed crippled Iran's military capabilities.

Iran
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Iran and US held direct UN talks, with Islamic Republic's terms to reopen Hormuz hardening
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Middle East Eye
center31d ago

Iran and US held direct UN talks, with Islamic Republic's terms to reopen Hormuz hardening

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with US special envoy Steve Witkoff in New York on Tuesday to discuss terms for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first public meeting between the two sides in months. Iran submitted terms including the immediate lifting of US naval blockades and release of frozen assets, with an IRGC spokesman suggesting Tehran had hardened its demands for upfront asset release and inclusion of the Yemen blockade in any agreement.

Iran
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Another U.S. Soldier Is Dead as Iran War Casualties Rise
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The Intercept
left31d ago

Another U.S. Soldier Is Dead as Iran War Casualties Rise

A U.S. soldier died this month during a flight to Saudi Arabia from a non-hostile medical incident, bringing the total U.S. casualties in the Iran war to over 850, with nearly half occurring since early July. The Pentagon's official casualty count is reportedly a gross undercount, with hundreds of wounded or dead personnel missing from its records, according to previous reporting and officials.

Iran
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UN General Assembly 2026: War on Iran and Gaza genocide dominate
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Middle East Eye
center31d ago

UN General Assembly 2026: War on Iran and Gaza genocide dominate

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres opened the 81st UN General Assembly by calling for an end to fighting in the Middle East, stating that "so-called ceasefires" were merely "lesser fires" and that civilians were paying the price. Brazilian President Lula da Silva condemned Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide, referencing the deaths of nearly 74,000 Palestinians, and criticized efforts to undermine the International Criminal Court.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukraine anger as EU removes Russian oligarchs from sanctions list
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BBC Europe
center31d ago

Ukraine anger as EU removes Russian oligarchs from sanctions list

The European Union is set to remove sanctions on Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman, prompting anger from Ukraine which called the move "unacceptable" and a sign of impunity for Moscow. France and Luxembourg campaigned for the removals citing national security and legal challenges, while Latvia abstained on a compromise deal that extends sanctions on nearly 3,000 other individuals and entities for three years.

Ukraine–Russia
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US, Iran hold ‘very good’ talks, Trump says at UN meeting
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Al Jazeera
center31d ago

US, Iran hold ‘very good’ talks, Trump says at UN meeting

US President Donald Trump stated that US officials held a "very good" three-hour meeting with Iranian leaders in New York, with another session planned soon. Trump simultaneously warned Iran of "obliteration" if a deal was not reached, while hinting that an agreement could emerge after the US congressional elections.

Iran
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EU removes two oligarchs from Russia sanctions list as deadline looms
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The Guardian Europe
left31d ago

EU removes two oligarchs from Russia sanctions list as deadline looms

The EU agreed to remove Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list while extending restrictions on nearly 3,000 others for three years, a compromise brokered by Ireland. This decision, which angered Ukraine and many EU states, allows for longer-term sanctions predictability but has been criticized as setting a bad precedent.

Ukraine–Russia
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Sudan’s historical famine echoes through latest hunger crisis
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Al Jazeera
center31d ago

Sudan’s historical famine echoes through latest hunger crisis

Sudan's ongoing war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which began in April 2023, has triggered a catastrophic, man-made food crisis, reviving memories of historical famines. Unlike previous crises often confined to specific regions or exacerbated by drought, the current famine has spread across major urban and agricultural centers nationwide, causing widespread displacement and collapse of services.

Sudan / Darfur
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EU extends Russia sanctions for three years but removes oligarchs Fridman and Usmanov from list
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Ukrainska Pravda
center31d ago

EU extends Russia sanctions for three years but removes oligarchs Fridman and Usmanov from list

The Council of the EU extended sanctions against individuals and entities undermining Ukraine's sovereignty for three years, but removed oligarchs Mikhail Fridman and Alisher Usmanov from the list. This decision, which previously involved six-month extensions, represents a compromise following discussions that delayed the overall sanctions renewal.

Ukraine–Russia
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How Arab-Israeli air defense coordination is developing into a regional security shield - analysis
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right31d ago

How Arab-Israeli air defense coordination is developing into a regional security shield - analysis

Iranian and Houthi attacks led to close cooperation between the US, Israel, and regional partners against the ballistic missile and drone threat. This laid the foundations for what came next.

Israel–Palestine
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Second Israeli soldier accused of Gaza war crimes leaves India after complaint
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Middle East Eye
center31d ago

Second Israeli soldier accused of Gaza war crimes leaves India after complaint

A second Israeli soldier accused of war crimes in Gaza has left India after a criminal complaint was filed against him in August, though his departure in mid-September may have been coincidental. The complaint alleged unlawful destruction of civilian property in Khan Younis, highlighting India's scrutiny for its stance on international law amid ongoing Gaza conflict.

Israel–Palestine
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Up to 169 killed in Yemen as Houthis battle for Red Sea coastal heights
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The Guardian Middle East
left31d ago

Up to 169 killed in Yemen as Houthis battle for Red Sea coastal heights

Thousands flee fighting as Iran-aligned group seeks to consolidate territorial gains against Saudi-backed government forcesMiddle East live – latest updatesAs many as 169 people have been reportedly killed in Yemen in the last three days as Iran-aligned Houthis battle Saudi-backed government forces for control of strategic heights on the Red Sea coast, while thousands flee the violence. Houthi military officials said at least 118 people had been killed in clashes as well as Saudi air and artille

Iran
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'Hollywood propaganda': IRGC spokesperson claims US faked rescue of downed pilot in Iran
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right31d ago

'Hollywood propaganda': IRGC spokesperson claims US faked rescue of downed pilot in Iran

IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi claimed on Tuesday that the United States faked the rescue of an American pilot shot down over Iran, calling the event "Hollywood propaganda" and alleging inconsistencies in the US narrative. Mohebbi stated that Iran confirmed shooting down the F-15 jet and questioned the pilot's survival and subsequent rescue, suggesting the US fabricated the story to project power.

Iran
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Iranian children to be recruited for Islamic Republic’s ‘self-sacrifice’ campaign
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right31d ago

Iranian children to be recruited for Islamic Republic’s ‘self-sacrifice’ campaign

Iran's Janfada (self-sacrifice) campaign plans to offer training to male children under 15, with Sasan Zare confirming special arrangements for younger ages and military training set to begin in Tehran this week. This initiative, which includes training in drone operation and potential weapon use, proceeds despite international laws prohibiting the recruitment of minors under 15 by armed groups.

Iran
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Gaza siblings pulled from rubble left reeling after pregnant mother’s death
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Middle East Eye
center31d ago

Gaza siblings pulled from rubble left reeling after pregnant mother’s death

Submitted by Maha Hussaini on Tue, 09/22/2026 - 09:36 Two children were pulled alive hours after an Israeli-struck building collapsed. Now they wake at night, reliving the moment falling concrete tore their family apart Ferial Azzam (L) and Abdulrahman Azzam (R) are struggling to cope after losing their mother in a building collapse in Gaza on 16 September 2026 (Hani Abu Rezeq/MEE) Off A week after being pulled from beneath the rubble of a collapsed building in Gaza, seven-year-old Abdulrahman A

Israel–Palestine
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Iran FM Araghchi denounces 'free hand' given to Israel ahead of United Nations General Assembly
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right31d ago

Iran FM Araghchi denounces 'free hand' given to Israel ahead of United Nations General Assembly

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in New York ahead of the UN General Assembly, accusing Israel of having a free hand to act against Iran and denouncing other countries for not condemning alleged atrocities. Araghchi stated Iran's UNGA goal is to defend its people's rights and interests, while a Foreign Ministry spokesperson compared US actions to Hitler's during WWII.

Iran
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Russian strikes on Ukraine kill three as Zelenskyy in US for UN summit
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Al Jazeera
center31d ago

Russian strikes on Ukraine kill three as Zelenskyy in US for UN summit

Russian forces launched widespread missile and drone attacks across Ukraine overnight, hitting industrial and energy infrastructure and killing at least three people, while Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Samara region. The attacks occurred as President Zelenskyy arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly to seek further security and financial aid for Ukraine.

Ukraine–Russia
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