TGV Desk
Witkoff Heads to Russia With Ukraine Peace Proposals for Putin
Steve Witkoff is preparing for fresh talks with Vladimir Putin after meeting Zelenskyy and European leaders in Oslo. The American envoy will present proposals on ending the Ukraine war, including security guarantees and a possible ceasefire, while major territorial disputes remain unresolved.
Trump Revokes Over 300,000 US Visas as Crackdown Accelerates
The Trump administration says it has revoked more than 300,000 US visas since January 2025, citing crime, fraud and national security. But the government has not published a comprehensive breakdown of those affected, as its expanding immigration crackdown faces civil liberties concerns.
Oil Rebounds Toward $110 as Gulf Tanker Attacks Escalate
Oil prices recovered on October 21 as fresh threats to commercial shipping in the Gulf overshadowed hopes of diplomatic progress. Brent approached $110 a barrel, with attacks on vessels and elevated freight costs complicating the movement of Middle Eastern crude.
Zelenskyy Visits Norway for Talks on Ukraine and European Security
Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits Oslo for discussions with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Finnish President Alexander Stubb. The talks come amid renewed peace efforts, continued Russian attacks and uncertainty over American military assistance.
Deadly Abyei Market Attack Draws South Sudan Into Sudan's Drone War
A drone attack on Amiet Market in disputed Abyei has reportedly killed at least 73 people and injured 19. South Sudan has summoned Sudan's ambassador as accusations against the Sudanese military raise concerns over the spread of the civil war into contested border territory.
AI Agents Breach More Than 100 Corporate Websites
A hacker reportedly used AI agents to compromise websites belonging to more than 100 companies, including Deere and SharkNinja. Researchers uncovered exposed control panels that revealed how the automated attacks worked, with estimated AI computing costs of just $5,000.
Houthi Missile Strike Kills at Least 53 Yemeni Soldiers in Shabwa
Houthi ballistic missiles struck a military training camp in Yemen's Shabwa province, killing at least 53 soldiers and wounding more than 200. The reported death toll later rose to 58, while the Yemeni government promised a response to one of the deadliest attacks in the renewed conflict.
US Orders DeepSeek Removed From Federal Civilian IT Systems
Washington has ordered DeepSeek removed from civilian federal government systems and barred future purchases of its technology. The restriction also covers third-party applications built using DeepSeek models, raising questions about AI supply-chain security and sensitive government data.
Rubio's India Visit Tests Washington's New Approach to Russian Oil
Marco Rubio arrives in India as Washington and New Delhi move closer to a trade agreement. Trump's decision to waive new tariffs on Russian oil buyers has eased a major source of tension, but questions remain over India's energy purchases and future US trade restrictions.
US Defence Chief Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel Amid Iran Tensions
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed an unannounced Middle East visit, while reports place him in talks with Benjamin Netanyahu at an Israeli airbase. The trip comes amid renewed warnings towards Iran and heightened military coordination between Washington and Israel.
Jio IPO Draws ₹2.5 Lakh Crore in Institutional Bids
Jio Platforms has reportedly attracted ₹2.5 lakh crore in institutional bids for its ₹8,110 crore anchor allocation, ahead of India's largest IPO. Global funds and domestic institutions are seeking exposure to Reliance's telecom and digital services business.
China Seeks Deeper Intelligence Cooperation With Tajikistan
Beijing has called for expanded intelligence sharing with Tajikistan, linking closer security cooperation to terrorism risks, Afghanistan and the protection of Chinese personnel and investments.