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Iraq Sends Two Million Barrels of Crude Through Strait of Hormuz
Iraq’s state-owned tanker company has carried two million barrels of crude through the Strait of Hormuz in its first operation of that scale in decades, demonstrating that limited exports continue despite war and severe disruption to Gulf shipping.
G7 Approves 100 Million-Barrel Fuel Reserve Release as Diesel Crisis Deepens
G7 countries will release up to 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from strategic reserves as disrupted shipping, refinery outages and the Middle East conflict drive fuel prices higher and place renewed pressure on households, transport and industry.
Russian Strikes Disrupt Three Critical Bridges in Kyiv
Repeated Russian drone strikes damaged Kyiv’s Southern Bridge and forced restrictions across two other Dnipro crossings, bringing traffic close to collapse. The disruption exposes the vulnerability of transport links connecting the Ukrainian capital as the aerial campaign intensifies.
Saudi Arabia Prepares Major Yemeni Offensive Against Houthis
Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing more than 100,000 Yemeni troops for an offensive against the Houthis, with plans ranging from a coastal operation near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to a wider campaign. Riyadh has not officially announced the operation.
US Military Buildup Intensifies as 9,000 Troops Head to Middle East
The United States is sending approximately 9,000 sailors and Marines aboard seven warships towards the Middle East, significantly expanding its military presence as diplomacy with Iran stalls and President Donald Trump considers renewed strikes.
New York Attorney General Takes Over Cornell University Gang-Rape Investigation
New York’s attorney general will investigate allegations that a Cornell student was drugged and sexually assaulted by fraternity members in 2024, after a civil lawsuit raised serious questions about the original police, prosecutorial and university responses.
Paris Inquiry Vindicates BAPS: Eiffel Tower Controversy Reveals a Rush to Malign Hindu Institution
A Paris investigation found that BAPS never asked the Eiffel Tower to remove female employees. A limited no-contact request was distorted by management into discriminatory staffing changes, exposing how an internal failure became an international indictment of a Hindu institution.
Saudi Arabia Denies Suicide-Bombing Attempt at Mecca’s Grand Mosque
Saudi Arabia has denied reports that a suicide bomber was intercepted near the Kaaba. Authorities said a man was arrested for harassing passers-by and causing panic, but no explosives were reported. The rumours spread as attacks near Mecca and Medina heighten regional fears.
Ukraine Deploys New Ballistic Missile Under Relentless Russian Air Assault
Ukraine has used its domestically produced FP-7 ballistic missile in combat for the first time as Russia intensifies its aerial campaign. Faster Geran-5 drones, ballistic missiles and near-continuous raids are placing Ukraine’s air defences under growing pressure ahead of winter.
Philippines Deploys Largest Coastguard Ship to Challenge Chinese Research Vessel
The Philippines deployed its largest coastguard ship and an aircraft to challenge a Chinese research vessel near Batanes. The survey ship left its position as a Chinese coastguard vessel arrived, extending maritime tensions towards the strategically important Luzon Strait.
RSS Calls for Nationwide NRC as Illegal Migration Concerns Grow
The RSS has renewed its demand for a nationwide NRC, arguing that India must distinguish citizens from illegal entrants. The call comes amid concern over undocumented migration, electoral-roll integrity and security along India’s 4,096-kilometre border with Bangladesh.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict Escalates Amid Rising Militancy at Home
Afghanistan says Pakistani airstrikes killed nine civilians in Kunar and Helmand, while Islamabad claims it eliminated 22 militants. The escalation comes as Pakistan faces intensifying violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, unrest in Balochistan and protests in PoK.