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Politics · Middle EastIran says US must act to prevent war
Iran's chief negotiator stated the ball is in the U.S. court to prevent renewed war, following what he described as a 'firm and rational response' from Tehran. The comments come amid reports of U.S. defensive strikes on Iranian targets.
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US to Ask NATO Allies for More Ukraine Arms Funding
The United States intends to ask NATO allies for more money to fund Ukraine's PURL weapons scheme. This comes amid a funding gap of approximately $2 billion for approved weapons packages, with the US continuing to deliver arms before full payment is received from allies.
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PoliticsErdogan and Ramos-Horta to Visit South Korea for Summits
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and East Timorese President Jose Ramos-Horta will visit South Korea separately this week for summits with President Lee Jae Myung. Discussions will cover bilateral cooperation in areas including trade, investment, defense, and nuclear power.
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Politics · Latin AmericaRubio Denies US Role in Flávio Bolsonaro's Brazil Departure
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied facilitating Flávio Bolsonaro's departure from Brazil to the United States. While Rubio stated President Trump authorized Bolsonaro's entry, he asserted the US government was not involved in arranging the travel itself.
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Politics · United StatesRubio and Brazil's Foreign Minister to Meet in Miami
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira spoke briefly at a G20 meeting in Atlanta and agreed to meet again before the G20 leaders summit in Miami in December. A Brazilian official downplayed tensions over Brazil's failure to approve a US ambassador pick.
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Politics · RussiaJapan Foreign Minister Demands Release of Detained National from Russia
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov and demanded the release of a Japanese national detained in Russia. Russia stated it had detained a Japanese journalist on suspicion of espionage.
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Politics · Middle EastUS Treasury Secretary: Iran's Economy May Contract 25%
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that American sanctions on Iran are highly successful, potentially leading to a 25% economic contraction by March 2026. He also claimed that Iran's ability to fund proxies like Hamas and Hezbollah is diminishing and that soldiers are not being paid.
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Politics · United StatesUS Scraps G20 Photo Amid Diplomatic Rifts
The United States cancelled a planned group photo at the G20 foreign ministers meeting in Atlanta due to deep rifts among member nations. Several European diplomats objected to standing alongside Russia's top diplomat, Sergey Lavrov, leading to the cancellation.
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PoliticsTrump Administration Won't Back Bolsonaro's Brazil Leadership Claim
Despite facilitating Flavio Bolsonaro's arrival in the US, the Trump administration reportedly has no immediate plans to support his claim to be Brazil's rightful leader. President Trump has previously questioned the integrity of Brazil's election, which saw Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva win re-election.
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Politics · UkraineUshakov says Europeans 'delayed' on Ukraine peace
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that Europeans have become "delayed" regarding peace in Ukraine, suggesting this indicates broader issues. He also noted that while everyone desires peace, similar impressions of a swift resolution have emerged before.
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PoliticsCanada-EU summit concludes with digital trade on agenda
A summit between Canada and the European Union in Montreal has concluded. Digital trade was a key topic on the agenda for the meeting hosted by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
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Politics · United StatesLavrov arrives in US for G20 meeting, to seek sanctions lift
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 30, 2026, for a G20 Foreign Ministers meeting. He plans to use the forum to call for the lifting of international sanctions against Russia. The meeting is a precursor to a larger G20 leaders' summit in Miami.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump and Erdogan hold second call in 24 hours
Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke by phone for the second time in 24 hours, focusing on the upcoming Turkic States Summit. One report stated the call occurred during a state dinner.
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Politics · United StatesUS Expels Cuban Diplomat After UN Confrontation
The US has expelled a Cuban diplomat following a heated exchange at the UN General Assembly. Ambassador Mike Waltz stated the diplomat shoved and attempted to assault an American staffer, leading Secretary of State Marco Rubio to sign the expulsion papers.
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Politics · European UnionCanada and EU Hold High-Level Talks in Montreal
Canada and the European Union are engaged in high-level discussions in Montreal, seeking to expand their partnership into new areas like strategic minerals and digital trade. The summit is viewed as a move to create an independent global stance.
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Politics · Middle EastPakistan Closes Airspace to Taiwan Airlines
Pakistan has closed its airspace to all airlines from Taiwan, citing support for Beijing's 'One China' policy. This move, confirmed by Pakistan's Defence Minister, has led Taiwanese carriers to reroute flights, with some now using Russian airspace. Pakistan is reportedly the first country to implement such a ban.
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Putin and Chapo's Height Difference Sparks Online Memes
A photograph of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo meeting in Moscow has become a subject of online discussion and memes due to their significant height difference. The leaders met during international summits.
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Politics · Latin AmericaUS backs Venezuela court and election body renewal for new elections
The US government is backing a plan to renew Venezuela's Supreme Court of Justice and National Electoral Council. This renewal is expected to prompt Delcy Rodríguez to declare the presidency permanently vacant, triggering a six-month period for new elections.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesUS Military Personnel Arrive in Colombia for Joint Training
More than 300 US military personnel are arriving in Colombia this week for joint training with the Colombian army. The deployment, expected to last until November 11, is being closely monitored by the Colombian opposition, who have raised concerns about national sovereignty.
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Politics · United StatesPutin, Xi, Trump Summit Preparations Underway
Preparations have begun for a trilateral summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and US President Donald Trump. The meeting is planned for the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen, China, in November. Putin's attendance at a December G20 summit in Miami is contingent on APEC outcomes.
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