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Politics · Middle EastErdogan and Trump Discuss Regional Issues in Call
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and U.S. President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on 28 October 2026. They discussed regional tensions, the Ukraine war, and bilateral ties, with Turkey reiterating its support for diplomatic solutions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Warned Gulf States of Iran Military Action Post-Midterms
The United States warned several Gulf Arab countries to prepare for a short, intense military campaign against Iran following the November midterm elections, according to a Wall Street Journal report. President Trump also made a public statement hinting at action.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Arabia offers Houthis $1 billion for ceasefire: Israeli media
Saudi Arabia has reportedly offered $1 billion to Yemen's Houthi group as part of an Iran-brokered deal to secure a ceasefire. Israeli media, citing Gulf diplomatic sources, reported that Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman travelled to Tehran for talks.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran hosts Saudi, Turkish, Pakistani officials for regional security talks
Senior military, defence, and intelligence officials from Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan met in Tehran to discuss regional peace and security. The four countries agreed to continue their dialogue, a move seen as significant amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHouthis Claim Attacks on Saudi Oil Facilities and Riyadh Airport
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed on Monday to have attacked Saudi Arabia's East-West crude oil pumping stations and Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport. The Saudi-led coalition stated it destroyed missile launchers in Yemen.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHezbollah prepares for war with Iran funding
Hezbollah has spent three months preparing for a possible resumption of hostilities with Israel, after receiving tens of millions of dollars in cash from Iran. The group is focused on producing explosive drones and rebuilding damaged command structures.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIsraeli strikes kill five in Gaza, including 7‑year‑old Jouri al‑Soufi
Five Palestinians, among them 7‑year‑old Jouri al‑Soufi, were killed in Israeli air and drone strikes on Monday. Civil defence spokesman Mahmoud Basal reported 11‑13 deaths and around 50‑60 injuries in the last day, while Gaza authorities said Israeli quadcopter drones ignited a camp for displaced families on Sunday.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastOil Prices Fall Amid Easing Iran Tensions
Oil prices saw a decline on Monday, with Brent crude futures falling to $114.51 and US West Texas Intermediate futures at $101.04. The drop occurred despite recent surges to near six-month highs, influenced by hopes for reduced Iran-US hostilities, though attacks on Saudi Arabia maintained investor caution.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS Forces Prepared for Iran Attack Within 96 Hours of Trump Order
US military forces in the Middle East are reportedly prepared to launch a major offensive against Iran within 96 hours of receiving an order from President Donald Trump. The decision on whether to proceed has not yet been made by the president.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran: War resumption won't change policies, Hormuz management altered
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that a potential resumption of war with the US and Israel would not alter Iran's policies. He also indicated that the management of the Strait of Hormuz would not return to its pre-war status.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump advisors see Netanyahu rivals as opening for Middle East agenda
Several of Donald Trump's advisors reportedly believe that an Israeli government led by someone other than Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could create new opportunities for the US president's Middle East agenda. While Trump publicly endorsed Netanyahu, some advisors opposed this, advocating for US neutrality in the Israeli election.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGunmen Kill 8 in Jordan Church Attack; Investigations Ongoing
Eight people were killed and 40 wounded in an attack on a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan. Jordanian authorities have labelled the incident as extremist terrorism, and investigations into the attackers' potential links to known groups are ongoing. The US embassy announced increased security measures across Jordan.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastKLM and Air France fined for flying low over Iraq
KLM and Air France have been fined by the US Department of Transportation for flying too low over Iraq on more than 100 occasions. The airlines operated through Iraqi airspace under codeshare agreements with Delta Air Lines.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran Intensifies Plots Against US Officials, Intelligence Assesses
US intelligence assesses that Iran has significantly intensified efforts to target American diplomats and senior officials, with plots reaching advanced stages. This assessment is cited as a reason for the State Department reducing its diplomatic presence in several Middle Eastern countries.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump denies knowledge of imminent US strike on Iran after envoy's warning
Tom Barrack said a US attack on Iran could happen within two days, but President Donald Trump told reporters he did not know of any such plan and recalled his October pledge not to strike before the midterm elections.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIndiGo extends Saudi Arabia flight cancellations until October 31
IndiGo has extended flight cancellations to Riyadh until October 31, 2026, and to Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah until October 27, 2026. Affected passengers are being offered refunds or rescheduling options.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump says US 'knocked hell out' of Iran, hints at more action
US President Donald Trump stated that the US has "knocked the hell out" of Iran and indicated the possibility of further military action. This comes amid reports of US and Israeli military preparations to disrupt Iran's nuclear rebuild.
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Politics · Middle EastTrump Accuses Iran of Raising Oil Prices Before Midterms
Donald Trump has accused Iran of attempting to manipulate oil prices ahead of the US midterm elections. He claimed the country is staging fake attacks and killing protesters, asserting that Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Arabia Attacks Kill Indian National; India Condemns
Saudi Arabia experienced two attacks on an airport and an oilfield, resulting in the death of one Indian national and injuries to others. India's Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the incidents.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastBrent Crude Tops $111 After Saudi Oil Field Attack
Brent crude oil prices surpassed $111 per barrel following a drone attack on a Saudi oil field that killed at least one person. The incident, attributed to Houthi rebels, has heightened fears of further disruptions to global oil supplies.
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