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Flydubai Co-Pilot in FZ1073 Attack Identified as Hamam al-Hammami
The co-pilot accused of attacking Captain Smit Machchhar aboard Flydubai flight FZ1073 has been identified as Omani national Hamam al-Hammami. UAE authorities have not officially confirmed his name, background or motive as the terrorism investigation continues.
President Murmu Approves Gujarat Uniform Civil Code
President Droupadi Murmu has approved Gujarat’s Uniform Civil Code, creating common rules for marriage, divorce, succession and live-in relationships. The law exempts Scheduled Tribes but will not take effect until the state notifies its implementation rules.
US Suspends Consular Services Across Brazil Days Before Presidential Election
The United States has suspended consular services across Brazil after a reported threat against its diplomatic facilities. The unexplained shutdown, two days before a closely fought presidential election, has added to an already tense political atmosphere.
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.
French School Protests Erupt into Violence as Hundreds of Campuses Close
Student protests over overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and deteriorating buildings have escalated across France, closing more than 400 schools. Nearly 2,000 people have been arrested as fires, vandalism and clashes with riot police spread nationwide.
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.
Lula Holds Three-Point Lead Over Flávio Bolsonaro in Runoff Poll
Lula leads Flávio Bolsonaro by 48% to 45% in a potential presidential runoff, according to a new poll. The result remains within the margin of error, however, as competing surveys show Brazil divided almost evenly before the first-round vote on October 4.
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.