Iran's Islamic regime using Tether cryptocurrency as 'financial lifeline,' US Senate report charges

The report ⁠found that 84% of crypto wallets that have been sanctioned by the US transacted in USDT, such as to help ​the Iranian government move money across its borders and support ​its currency.

Iranians stagger under soaring cost of living after seven months of war with the US

How far economic strain may push Iran towards diplomatic compromise is unclear, as it tightens its own stranglehold on Gulf energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz, driving up oil and gas prices.

Polish PM warns of very difficult months ahead for Poland due to Russia's aggressive stance

Polish PM Donald Tusk has warned of difficult months ahead as Russian attacks near the border with Ukraine become increasingly frequent.

Gaza officials warn of imminent 'humanitarian catastrophe' as winter approaches

Gaza’s Government Media Office has accused Israel of violating its commitments under the Gaza ceasefire agreement, saying the continued violations have worsened the humanitarian crisis as the ceasefire approaches its first anniversary. Israel had committed 5,147 violations that killed 1,421 Palestinians, injured 4,983 and caused the arrest of 198 people, the office said.

Iranians stock up on food and medicine as fears of new US fighting grow

Iran is struggling with shortages as sanctions and blockade strain food and medicine supply chains.

Hamas calls for mobilisation after Israeli settlers enter Ibrahimi Mosque

A Hamas official denounced the entry of hundreds of Israeli settlers into the Ibrahimi Mosque in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, accompanied by rabbis and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, Al Jazeera reported. Abdul Rahman Shadid, a Hamas official, called the action “a new escalation” and an assault on Palestinian holy sites and Muslims' feelings.

Hungary blocks approval of screening results needed to open Clusters 2 and 3 for Ukraine

Hungary continues to block Ukraine's progress in EU accession talks by refusing to approve the screening results for Clusters 2 and 3.

Palestine weekly: Israeli politicians vie to look toughest before election

With Israelis voting on October 27, ministers are staging illegal settlement launches as campaign events.

European Commission working on reform to bypass national vetoes in decision-making

The European Commission will propose changes to EU decision-making rules that could limit national vetoes and speed up the accession process for Ukraine and other candidate countries.

Over 100 Israeli settlers raid Palestinian village, torch homes

A mob of over 100 Israeli settlers raided a Palestinian village in the northern West Bank, setting fire to homes and vehicles. Anadolu news agency reported that the pogrom took place as Israeli soldiers were accompanying a Palestinian family back to their home in Jalud after they had been displaced by settler attacks two months prior.

Russia’s sabotage and drone incidents are ‘failing to undermine’ Nato support for Ukraine, Rutte says - Europe live

Secretary-general warns Russia ‘continues its reckless campaign of hostile actions against Nato allies’ Rutte begins by recalling a drone shot down in Lithuanian airspace by Nato fighter jets two weeks ago. He says “the repeated drone incidents along our eastern flank showed the evolving nature of the threat, and we are strengthening our integrated air and missile defence.

Malaysia begins sending back Rohingya refugees despite safety warnings

About 1,500 refugees are to be sent back in the first phase, despite criticism from rights groups.

Minimal training and years waiting for combatant status: the problems faced by foreign volunteers in Ukraine's armed forces

Ed Miliband confirms UK is considering defying Israeli order to close East Jerusalem consulate

Submitted by Imran Mulla on Tue, 09/29/2026 - 08:09 The foreign secretary says the UK is ‘looking at all our options’ and discussing the matter with other countries Britain's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband speaks on stage on the first day of the annual Labour Party conference in Liverpool, north-west England, on 27 September (AFP) Off British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has confirmed the UK government is considering defying the Israeli order to close the British consulate in occupied East Jerus

NASAMS and missiles: Zelenskyy announces new air defence support packages

Zelenskyy thanked the US and Norway for a NASAMS system and missiles and France and Germany for air defence missiles following another Russian attack on Ukraine.

Fighting in Ethiopia intensifies: What’s the latest?

Capture of key town could pave the way for federal forces to push towards Tigray's capital, Mekelle.

Israeli settlers attack Jalud village in occupied West Bank pogrom

A group of settlers attacks two homes belonging to the Tubasi family in northern West Bank.

Ukraine's forces strike another Russian Kasta radar station – General Staff

Ukrainian forces struck a Russian Kasta radar station, UAV ground control station, ammunition depots and a logistics depot in occupied territories.

Israel’s West Bank road closures turn routine journeys into long ordeals

Palestinians face delayed medical care and long journeys as Israel tightens movement restrictions across the West Bank.

Satellite images show Gaza in ruins three years into Israel’s genocidal war

Google Maps images show scale of Israel's destruction of Gaza, where more than 74,000 Palestinians have been killed.