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CBS News
Patrick Clancy speaks out in 60 Minutes interview about the tragedy that took his three children
In his first television interview since his wife's trial, Patrick Clancy shares his journey of grief, forgiving his wife, and facing online harassment following the deaths of his three children.

Fox News
Trump, Iranian president converge on NYC for 'dramatic' UN showdown as Tehran faces tight restrictions
President Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian converge on New York City for the U.N. General Assembly amid strict U.S. restrictions on Iran's delegation movements.

CBS News
Trump to meet Mamdani tomorrow in New York City
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump are expected to meet Monday at Gracie Mansion, a city official and the White House confirmed.

Arutz Sheva
Trump on Iran: I am considering everything, including military action
President Donald Trump told Fox News that the United States is weighing options regarding Iran, ranging from military action to economic pressure and diplomacy, and signaled he could meet President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Fox News
Waltz delivers blunt warning to nations defying Iran sanctions, touts Greenland deal
U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz says the Trump administration will push allies to enforce Iran sanctions, warning of consequences for noncompliance.

AFP
US warns of rapid escalation in Mideast war
The United States has warned of a rapid escalation in Middle East conflict following a missile attack by Iran-backed Houthis targeting Riyadh.

AFP
Gaza artist paints mural honouring US rapper Macklemore
A Palestinian artist in Gaza has painted a mural of US rapper Macklemore to honour his support for Palestinians.

Fox News
German prosecutors indict seven for alleged Hamas terror plot in Europe
German federal prosecutors have indicted seven individuals for allegedly stockpiling weapons for Hamas and planning terror attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets in Europe.

Fox News
Ukraine targets Russia with over 1,000 drones as Moscow holds final day of elections
Ukraine launched over 1,000 drones at Moscow and its surroundings, causing a fire at an oil refinery and leaving two people dead.

CBS News
Ukraine launches massive drone attack on Russia and Moscow during parliamentary elections
Ukraine launched over 1,000 drones at targets in Russia, including Moscow, resulting in casualties and damage according to local officials.

The National
UAE attractions reopening for winter, from Global Village to Dubai Miracle Garden
As temperatures begin to fall, major outdoor attractions in the UAE, including Global Village, Dubai Miracle Garden, and Dubai Safari Park, are preparing to reopen for the new season.

The National
Donald Trump returns to White House as Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia escalate
Donald Trump cut short a trip to Camp David and returned to Washington as Houthi rebels, backed by the Islamic Republic regime, escalated missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Fox News
Exclusive: Russian document reveals sweeping Iran plan spanning nuclear, finance and aviation
A leaked Russian government document details a comprehensive roadmap for cooperation between Moscow and Tehran for 2024–2026, covering financial, energy, nuclear, and aviation sectors.

Arutz Sheva
Analysis: Criticism of the Trump Administration's Approach to Gaza Deals and the Islamic Republic
In a critical analysis, Gerald A. Honigman questions the policies of the second Trump administration regarding Gaza and the Islamic Republic, labeling them ineffective.

Jerusalem Post
Thousands of IRGC and Basij volunteers march in Tehran amid regional tensions
Thousands of IRGC and Basij members marched through Tehran in a display of force and readiness to confront the United States and Israel.

The National
How Iraq’s first digital bank is reshaping its cash-driven economy
First Iraqi Bank (FIB) is transforming Iraq's cash-based economy by attracting over a million customers to digital payment solutions.

The National
New Dh6 billion residential community The Wadi announced on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
A new Dh6 billion mixed-use residential development named The Wadi has been announced along Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi, positioned near major upcoming attractions including Disney and Sphere.

Ynet
Middle East tensions rise: Trump returns to Washington as Iran threatens 'decisive war'
Following a Houthi missile attack on Riyadh and rising regional tensions, Donald Trump cut his Camp David trip short. Meanwhile, officials of the Islamic Republic regime have threatened a 'decisive war' and outlined conditions…

The National
Senior police officer wounded in armed clashes with suspected drug dealers in Iraq’s south
The Iraqi Interior Ministry said a police colonel was wounded in clashes with drug suspects in Dhi Qar province, as authorities also reported a joint anti-narcotics operation with Kuwait.

AFP
US warns of rapid Middle East escalation following Houthi attack on Riyadh
The United States has warned of a rapid escalation in hostilities between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis after a missile attack targeted Riyadh for the first time since the resumption of the Yemen…

Arutz Sheva
Iran sets seven conditions for talks with US
Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, announced that Tehran has set seven conditions for resuming negotiations with Washington, as Donald Trump weighs potential military action against Iran.

AFP
Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'unjustifiable' following tour controversy
British singer Ed Sheeran has broken his silence on the Gaza conflict, calling the situation catastrophic and unjustifiable, following backlash over the removal of rapper Macklemore from his tour.

Ynet
Erdogan’s quiet squeeze: Turkey just closed a key Iranian financial channel
Turkey’s banking regulator quietly revoked the operating license of Bank Mellat's main branch in Istanbul, an administrative move driven by expanding US secondary sanctions despite President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's fiery rhetoric against Israel and…

The National
Ed Sheeran returns to stage amid tour controversy: 'I cannot hide how I feel about Israel-Gaza anymore'
Ed Sheeran addressed the continuing conflict in Gaza during his return to the stage on Saturday night, after a week of controversy surrounding his Loop tour in North America.

The National
Abu Dhabi's Red Dunes Games makes a bigger play for Japan at Tokyo Game Show 2026
Abu Dhabi-based Red Dunes Games has made a significant footprint at Tokyo Game Show 2026, showcasing nine titles and highlighting expanding ties between the UAE and Japan's gaming industries.

The National
My Dubai Rent: Family pay Dh200,000 for four-bedroom villa in swanky suburbs
A report on a family's experience renting a four-bedroom villa in the Layan community in Dubai for Dh200,000 a year.

Arutz Sheva
Houthis backed by Islamic Republic launch ballistic missile attack on Riyadh
The Saudi-led coalition reported the interception and destruction of a Houthi ballistic missile fired toward Riyadh.

Al Jazeera
Netanyahu and Thousands of Settlers Visit Western Wall Amid Tightened Security in Jerusalem
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and thousands of settlers visited the Western Wall on the eve of Yom Kippur. Meanwhile, reports indicate rising tensions and settler attacks across the West Bank.

Al Jazeera
Analysis: How the Middle East is challenging Donald Trump's 'America First' policy
Political analyst Khalid Al-Jabri examines the challenges facing the Donald Trump administration in managing Middle East crises alongside domestic US issues ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Al Jazeera
Beyond the Battlefield: The Iran War Drains Global Markets and US Capabilities
New analyses indicate that the war involving the regime ruling Iran has severely disrupted a chain of global markets beyond oil, including gas, helium, fertilizers, and precision industries, challenging the US military model in…

Times of Israel
As Iran and Houthis tighten screws on Saudi Arabia, potential role emerges for Israel
A report by The Times of Israel suggests that given the limited effectiveness of Saudi Arabia's current military alliances against threats from Iran and the Houthis, Riyadh may need to seek new security partners,…

Ynet
Mohsen Rezaei: Iran has set seven conditions for talks with the US
Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, announced that Tehran has set seven conditions for talks with Washington and warned of a potential change in nuclear doctrine if US and Israeli pressure…

Times of Israel
Washington Post report suggests higher US troop casualties in Iran conflict
Reports indicate that the number of US service members killed in the conflict with Iran exceeds the official figure of 18, a claim the Pentagon denies.

Fox News
Chinese firm revokes security certificate for Iran's sanctioned Strait of Hormuz authority
A Chinese tech firm has revoked a security certificate issued to Iran's sanctioned Persian Gulf Straits Authority following warnings from U.S. sanctions experts.

Times of Israel
Russia and China veto US proposal for UN experts to keep monitoring sanctions on Iran
Russia and China have blocked a US-proposed resolution to extend the mandate of UN experts monitoring sanctions on Iran by exercising their veto power.

Times of Israel
Tamra resident indicted for allegedly contacting Hamas and Iran
Israeli prosecutors have indicted a resident of Tamra for allegedly contacting Hamas and Iran with offers of assistance.

Times of Israel
Hundreds of thousands attend government-organized rally in Tehran
State media in Iran reported that 300,000 people gathered in Tehran for a rally featuring chants against the United States and Israel.

Fox News
Russia’s Parliamentary Election Reaches Occupied Ukraine Amid Claims of Intimidation
Russia is holding State Duma elections in occupied Ukrainian territories. International observers and critics describe the process as lacking democratic standards and serving as a tool to legitimize Moscow's invasion.

Jerusalem Post
Iran reconstructing nuclear test-linked Taleghan 2 site after IDF strikes
Satellite imagery indicates that Iran is reconstructing the Taleghan 2 facility following damage sustained during Israeli strikes.

Arutz Sheva
Israeli citizen arrested for alleged ties to Hamas and Iranian intelligence
The Shin Bet and Israel Police have announced the arrest of a 31-year-old resident of Tamra on charges of contacting Hamas and Iranian intelligence operatives.

AFP
Russians begin voting in controlled election as war drags on
A three-day parliamentary election has begun in Russia, featuring only parties that support the Kremlin and the war in Ukraine, as President Vladimir Putin seeks to tighten his grip on power.

i24NEWS
Russia and China veto UN extension of sanctions monitoring on Iran
Russia and China have used their veto power at the UN Security Council to block a one-year extension of the mandate for experts monitoring international sanctions against Iran.

Times of Israel
UN mission: US strike that hit Iran school was ‘indiscriminate,’ likely a war crime
A UN fact-finding mission stated that a US military strike hitting a primary school adjacent to an IRGC base was reckless and likely a war crime.

Fox News
Finland strengthens border security in response to Russia's 'hybrid warfare'
Finland has completed fencing along parts of its eastern border, increasing security measures against what officials describe as Russia's 'hybrid warfare'.

Times of Israel
US to allow Iranian president to attend UN General Assembly
The US administration will allow the Iranian president to attend the UN General Assembly, while it has opposed a virtual address by Mahmoud Abbas.

Jerusalem Post
Trump says he has a 'big decision coming up' regarding whether or not to 'annihilate' Iran
Donald Trump has indicated he faces a major decision regarding Iran, while also noting the possibility of a meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu in New York.

Ynet
Netanyahu: Action against Iran saved Israel from destruction; experts question atomic bomb claims
Benjamin Netanyahu claimed at a campaign event that his military actions prevented Israel's destruction by Iranian atomic bombs, but intelligence reports and former officials challenge the assertion.

Times of Israel
Trump weighs return to large-scale Iran strikes: ‘I have a big decision coming up’
Donald Trump has stated he is weighing significant decisions regarding Iran and will meet with Gulf leaders at the UN General Assembly before determining his next steps.

Fox News
Erdogan's Turkey cracks down on LGBT community in name of preserving family values
Turkish authorities have launched an unprecedented crackdown on the LGBT community, raiding activist organizations and arresting over 100 people in a move framed as protecting family values.

Times of Israel
Satellite images show Iran rapidly working to rebuild nuclear site bombed by Israel
Reports indicate that Iran is rebuilding the Taleghan 2 site near Tehran, which had previously been targeted by Israeli strikes.

Fox News
Fresh activity emerges at Iran’s deeply buried nuclear site as Trump warns Iran not to ‘get cute’
New satellite imagery reveals reinforced defenses at tunnel entrances of the کلنگ گزلا nuclear site near Natanz, as President Donald Trump warns Tehran not to 'get cute.'
Axios
UN report: U.S. may have committed war crimes in Minab school, Lamerd strikes
A UN fact-finding mission report suggests that U.S. airstrikes on a school in Minab and targets in Lamerd may constitute war crimes.

Fox News
Expert: Saudi Arabia faces 'biggest threat' to oil production since 1932
An expert from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies says attacks by Iran-backed Houthis near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait pose the biggest threat to Saudi oil production since 1932.

Jerusalem Post
Beijing pushes Tehran to help stop Houthi attacks following appeal from Saudis
Iranian sources report that Beijing has urged Tehran to intervene to end Houthi attacks in the Red Sea following an appeal from Saudi Arabia.

Times of Israel
Times of Israel: China privately pushing Iran to help rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, sources say
Reports indicate that Beijing, following an appeal from Saudi officials, has privately urged Tehran to take action to curb Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

Jerusalem Post
UN accuses US military of war crimes and Iranian regime of crimes against humanity
The United Nations has accused the US military of war crimes in Minab and Lamerd, while charging the Iranian regime with crimes against humanity regarding its handling of protests.

The National
Abu Dhabi Executive Council adopts agentic AI platform for government decision-making
The Abu Dhabi Executive Council has deployed an agentic AI platform for the first time to support high-level government decision-making and policy analysis.

Arutz Sheva
Axios Report: Trump to Meet Gulf Leaders at UN General Assembly
Donald Trump is expected to meet with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to discuss post-war strategy regarding Iran.

Times of Israel
Iran hesitant to enforce mandatory headscarf law as war and economic pressures mount
A report by The Times of Israel suggests that the Iranian regime is hesitant to strictly enforce mandatory hijab laws due to fears of protests and pressures stemming from wartime conditions and economic instability.

i24NEWS
Trump Reportedly to Meet Gulf Leaders on Iran During UN General Assembly
Reports indicate that US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Gulf leaders next week on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to discuss post-war strategy regarding Iran.

