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Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-10
Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say BBC News · 2026-11-10

“Jared Kushner - Donald Trump's son-in-law and part of the US delegation alongside peace envoy Steve Witkoff - said the talks would be focused on addressing the "postwar security concerns" of both Russia and Ukraine.”

Russia, Ukraine to meet for US-backed talks after Trump says broad deal possible The Straits Times · 2026-11-10

“Russia, Ukraine to meet for US-backed talks after Trump says broad deal possible KYIV/WASHINGTON, Nov 10 - Russian and Ukrainian officials planned to meet on Tuesday for two days of US-brokered talks — their first since February — after President Donald Trump…”

US Withdraws From U-17 World Cup

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
US withdraw from U-17 World Cup in Qatar due to safety concerns The Guardian · 2026-11-11

“Qatar has been acting as a mediator in talks between the US and Iran aimed at ending the nations’ conflict, which started with the US and Israel’s attacks on Iran earlier this year.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Trump says US will hold off on new Iran strikes after appeals from Middle East neighbours The Straits Times · 2026-11-10

“Trump says US will hold off on new Iran strikes after appeals from Middle East neighbours AI generated WASHINGTON/CAIRO/ABU DHABI - US President Donald Trump said on Nov 9 he plans to hold off on new military strikes against Iran for the time being after…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-11
Iran slams 'repugnant' $20m US reward for nuclear info Dawn · 2026-11-11

“US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said Iran’s nuclear programme was effectively obliterated by the brief US strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities during the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in June 2025.”

Iran slams US’ ‘repugnant’ $25 million reward for nuclear info The Straits Times · 2026-11-11

“US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said Iran’s nuclear programme was effectively obliterated by the brief US strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities during the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in June 2025.”

Politics · 4 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-09 to 2026-11-10
‘Positive momentum’: Is the US war on Iran about to end? Al Jazeera · 2026-11-10

“On Saturday, Trump called US attacks against Iran’s Qeshm island, in the Strait of Hormuz, “minor strikes” targeting Iranian air defences and launchers.”

Trump to meet Iran war mediator Qatar, no imminent deal seen to end the war The Straits Times · 2026-11-09

“Iran's proposal to end the war involves an end to the US blockade of its ports, the lifting of some sanctions and a halt to bombing in return for Tehran stopping its own blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, with talks on its nuclear programme and other sanctions…”

Qatar PM to meet Trump: What’s the latest on US-Iran negotiations? Al Jazeera · 2026-11-09

“United States President Donald Trump is set to hold talks with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani behind closed doors at the White House on Monday, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to bridge differences over Iran’s…”

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Iran Warns Of Expanded Retaliation

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-12
Iran warns of expanded retaliation as Israel reportedly readies to attack Al Jazeera · 2026-11-12

“Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei said in a social media post, “If the US launches another war against Iran, every military base involved in the aggression, from West Asia to Europe, will be a legitimate target for Iran’s lethal strikes.””

Oil Production Approaches Pre-war Levels

Economy/Business · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Oil production nears pre-Iran war levels, OPEC says Al Jazeera · 2026-11-11

“Fuel prices ease Riyadh sharply increased its production in February ahead of US and Israeli strikes on Iran.”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-08
Houthi attack damages Aramco building in Riyadh's financial district The Straits Times · 2026-11-08

“The Houthis, who claimed responsibility for the attack, have escalated their fighting with the kingdom in what has become another front in the wider US-Israeli war with Iran.”

Iran Lifts Missile Range Limit

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Iran lifts 2,000km limit on its ballistic missiles: What that means Al Jazeera · 2026-11-10

“Mojtaba has said Iran needs to end the “no war, no peace” situation amid the volatile status of the Strait of Hormuz and the US naval blockade on the Iranian ports.”

Ukraine Strikes Russian Rubicon Drone Unit

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-11
Ukraine strikes elite Russian ‘Rubicon’ drone unit in occupied territory The Independent · 2026-11-11

“The news comes as US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine appear to be picking up again this week after months of deadlock following the US-Israeli war against Iran.”

Iran Shows Off Rockets

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Iran shows off terrifying array of rockets and weaponry in new video of underground arsenal - as talks with US drag on Daily Mail · 2026-11-10

“Meanwhile, peace talks have been dragging on, although a significant shift towards diplomacy was made on Monday after US President Donald Trump stated the conflict was 'effectively over', adding that further military strikes against Iran are 'highly unlikely'.”

US Strikes Iran Amid Talks

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-08 to 2026-11-09
Iran stands by demands to end the war as US ramps up military pressure Al Jazeera · 2026-11-09

“Mediators are trying to prevent large-scale US attacks on Iran, which Trump has repeatedly threatened, with talks continuing.”

US launches new targeted strikes on Iran as Trump claims progress in talks with Tehran Euronews · 2026-11-08

“The US military carried out new airstrikes on Iranian defence systems, sending ripples across the Gulf, but Trump insists they are “minor strikes” while intense diplomatic efforts continue to avert an all-out war.”

Overnight Strikes In Yemen

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-10
Overnight strikes in Yemen kill at least 1 person and injure 9, and other Mideast news The Independent · 2026-11-10

“Overnight strikes hit a gas station and an oil facility in Yemen, killing at least one person and injuring nine people, residents and the Iran-backed Houthi rebels said on Tuesday.”

Politics · 6 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-05
Iran, Gaza, Ukraine: What will US midterm results mean for these conflicts? Al Jazeera · 2026-11-05

“Still, Trump has kept the option of further strikes on Iran, as well as diplomatic talks, open.”

Iran takes a victory lap over stunning US election results, claims 'collapse has accelerated' Fox News · 2026-11-04

“Democrats weren't the only ones celebrating amid shattering defeats for Republicans in the midterm elections — Iranian leaders also took a victory lap Wednesday.”

Iranian leaders welcome US midterms, but Trump may still attack Al Jazeera · 2026-11-04

“…t of living, Americans said NO TO WAR, and we endorse this message,” said Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led the Iranian delegation in talks with Washington that led to the signing of a short-lived memorandum of understanding in…”

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Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-07
Rubio to attend Paris G-7 talks next week after US midterms setback The Straits Times · 2026-11-07

“During their two-day gathering, G-7 foreign ministers are set to discuss support for Ukraine as it battles Moscow’s invasion, alongside efforts to stabilise the Middle East, which has been engulfed in war since US-Israel strikes targeting Iran in February.”

Iran Delivers Khamenei Message To Putin

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-06
Iran delivers secret Khamenei message to Putin as Moscow pushes gas pipeline deal Euronews · 2026-11-06

“According to Tehran, during the most intense phase of the war — which lasted nearly 40 days — the US and Israel launched strikes against critical Iranian infrastructure, including gas processing plants.”

Iran’s security chief meets Putin, delivers message from Khamenei Al Jazeera · 2026-11-06

“Speaking after the meeting, Rezaei said the talks had focused on security arrangements in the region, as well as Russia’s support for ending what he called the US’s “aggression” against Iran.”

Politics · 6 matching articles from 5 outlets · 2026-11-03 to 2026-11-04
Iran says US reply to Hormuz plan ‘unconvincing’; Trump confirms strikes Al Jazeera · 2026-11-04

“Iran has called the US response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz “unconvincing” as US President Donald Trump confirmed launching strikes on an Iranian island near the strategic waterway.”

U.S. limited strike on Strait of Hormuz raises questions what’s next Global News · 2026-11-03

“A U.S. official, who wasn’t authorized to comment publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity, said Monday that the strikes targeted Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against the U.S. in the strait.”

US hits Qeshm Island, Pezeshkian signals more diplomacy: Iran war latest Al Jazeera · 2026-11-03

“Amid growing concerns about renewed attacks on Iran following Tuesday’s midterm elections in the United States, US forces have struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in what officials have reportedly described as a defensive measure.”

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US hits Iranian targets on eve of midterm elections The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-11-03

Tankers Hit By Iran In Gulf Of Hormuz

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-05
Iran says tankers struck in Hormuz amid fears of new US attack Al Jazeera · 2026-11-05

“…commanders told The New York Times on Wednesday that thousands of US air and naval forces on more than a dozen ships and at bases around the Middle East and in the US are poised to resume major combat operations against Iran on President Donald Trump’s…”

Bomb Threats Disrupt European Flights

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Russia is suspected of carrying out bomb threat hoaxes that grounded UK planes and closed European airports - amid fears Putin is escalating 'shadow war' against Britain Daily Mail · 2026-11-04

“It comes as US-brokered talks between Kyiv and Moscow are set to take place in Abu Dhabi next week.”

Trump's Reflecting Pool Speeches Midterms

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Nov 3, 2026 The Straits Times · 2026-11-02

“Trump said 26 minutes into a rambling speech which focused on his project to renovate monuments in the US capital, rather than inflation, the Iran war and other issues driving voters.”

War Threat in Iran

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
For people in Iran, a constant threat of war and dearth of information Deutsche Welle · 2026-11-06

“But two days after the election, on November 5, the US news outlet Axios reported that the US military was making final preparations for a possible resumption of large-scale strikes against Iran.”

Politics · 4 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-01 to 2026-11-03
Iran’s Khamenei gives government powers to hold talks on war The Straits Times · 2026-11-03

“Iran’s Khamenei gives government powers to hold talks on war AI generated TEHRAN – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said his government has been granted more authority by the country’s supreme leader to pursue peace talks, signalling a potential diplomatic…”

Iran pushing accelerated plan for ceasefire talks with US Al Jazeera · 2026-11-02

“Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly granted “powers” to the government to accelerate talks with the US to end the regional war, the state IRNA news agency said.”

Iran and US explore diplomacy amid rising threats of war Al Jazeera · 2026-11-01

“His comments came as US President Donald Trump said on Saturday the talks were going “fine” but added that Iranian authorities were not “reliable”.”

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Iraq Talks With Trump On Avoiding War

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-06
Iraq’s al-Zaidi talks to Trump as Baghdad seeks to stay out of war on Iran Al Jazeera · 2026-11-06

“Al-Zaidi spoke to US President Donald Trump over the phone on Thursday, according to his office, as diplomatic efforts intensify to avert renewed US strikes on Iran.”

Trump Netanyahú Talks Iran Strikes Post Midterms

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-11-02 to 2026-11-03
Will Trump relaunch his war on Iran after the midterm elections? | Mohamad Bazzi The Guardian · 2026-11-03

“That question has loomed over the campaign for weeks, as officials leaked plans for a new round of joint US-Israeli military strikes that would target Iran’s underground nuclear facilities, missile arsenals and civilian infrastructure.”

Fresh Iran strikes after US midterms? Inside Trump-Netanyahu's 'tough' call Times of India · 2026-11-02

“US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a telephone conversation on Saturday to discuss Washington's negotiations with Iran and the possibility of resuming military operations, with Netanyahu pressing for fresh strikes…”

Hacked Emergency Alert Apps Spread Fake Warnings

Technology · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
Cyber attacks hit Russia, Ukraine after truce ends The Hindu · 2026-11-02

“U.S.-mediated talks between Russia and Ukraine are set to resume this month, having been effectively frozen since the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran in February.”

Economy/Business · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
How US oil firms profit $130bn from Iran war as household bills surge Al Jazeera · 2026-11-02

“United States oil companies have earned more than $130bn in profits during the war on Iran, even as consumers pay much higher prices for key commodities, amid fears that US President Donald Trump may renew fighting after midterm elections.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
China calls for Mideast dialogue in talks with Iran, Saudi, Oman Dawn · 2026-11-02

“The meetings come days after US President Donald Trump issued a fresh war threat more than eight months into the conflict, which was triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and has at times spilled over into neighbouring countries.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
Netanyahu pushing Trump for nuclear strike on Iran? US commentator makes big claim Times of India · 2026-11-02

“Trump weighing diplomacy as Iran talks continue Carlson's claims come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to resume negotiations between Washington and Tehran, even as the possibility of renewed military action remains under discussion.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
How Trump can smash Iran after the mid-terms - from missile strikes to bombing nuclear facilities as the US gathers 20,000 sailors and marines in the region Daily Mail · 2026-11-01

“Donald Trump has massed troops in the Middle East amid concerns he will launch a fresh attack on Iran after the US midterms conclude next week America has deployed a third carrier group, led by the USS Theodore Roosevelt (pictured) Things escalated on Friday…”

Trump Loses US Congress

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Trump loses US Congress; Netanyahu faces deadlock at home: What happens to Iran war now? Times of India · 2026-11-04

“US strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz came just hours before Americans voted, amid continuing exchanges of proposals between Washington and Tehran.”

Politics · 6 matching articles from 5 outlets · 2026-10-30 to 2026-11-01
Iran’s supreme leader warns of 'geographically unrestricted response' if US attacks again Euronews · 2026-11-01

“…te media said that Khamenei - who hasn’t been seen publicly since the Iran war began with US and Israeli strikes in late February - also called for an updated list of potential US and Israeli targets, to include “all kinds of physical and non-physical…”

Iranian military ordered to counter any attack swiftly and without restraint ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-31

“Despite suggestions that representatives from Iran and the US would come to Doha for direct talks, it subsequently emerged that there were no US representatives in Doha for the meetings.”

Iran warns of unfettered retaliation if attacked as mediators try for peace Al Jazeera · 2026-10-31

“Talks US President Donald Trump earlier rejected reports that he had ordered renewed peace talks, instead claiming without elaborating that the Vance letter was concerned with allowing medical supplies into Iran.”

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Iran Negotiations With US Threats

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Who determines Iran’s fighting and negotiating position amid US threats? Al Jazeera · 2026-11-04

“His comment followed efforts by mediators, including Qatar and Pakistan, to prevent new US strikes on Iran.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Israeli strikes kill at least eight Palestinians in the Gaza Strip The Independent · 2026-11-01

“Meanwhile, Iranian negotiators were in Doha on Sunday for a third consecutive day of talks with Qatari mediators aimed at pushing for a deal to end the US-Israeli war on Iran.”

Iran Releases Missile Tunnels Footage

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-03
Iran releases footage of vast tunnel network lined with missile launchers amid growing fears Trump will launch major bombing campaign Daily Mail · 2026-11-03

“Iran has released footage of a vast tunnel network lined with anti-ship cruise missiles The video, showing rows of missiles stored inside the labyrinth-like facility, has surfaced amid fears Donald Trump will launch a major bombing campaign against Tehran…”

Politics · 4 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-10-30 to 2026-10-31
Rubio urges G-20 cooperation amid rifts over wars in Ukraine, Middle East The Straits Times · 2026-10-31

“Many participants worried that renewed US strikes on Iran would send oil prices sharply higher, deepening the pain, they said.”

G20 drops group photo as Europeans refuse to stand with Lavrov Al Jazeera · 2026-10-30

“Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz after US-Israeli strikes began in late February, and global energy prices have risen sharply since.”

US hosts G-20 ministers as Iran, Ukraine wars divide members The Straits Times · 2026-10-30

“US hosts G-20 ministers as Iran, Ukraine wars divide members AI generated ATLANTA - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio opened talks on Oct 30 with Group of 20 (G-20) counterparts including Russia’s Sergei Lavrov, in meetings set to be fractious as wars in…”

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Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
'Supertanker' strikes mine in Hormuz, losing two million barrels of oil ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-31

“Iran supreme leader orders 'geographically unrestricted response' if US attacks again Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Saturday warned the United States and Israel against returning to war following threats from the Islamic republic's foes of a…”

Trump Pushes Russian Gas Through Ukraine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
US explores route to bring Russian gas back to Europe through Ukraine: Report Times of India · 2026-11-02

“The risk is compounded by Ukraine's dwindling air-defence capabilities, with the US restricting supplies of Patriot interceptors amid a global shortage linked to the war on Iran.”

Tehran's Response To Potential Bombing

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-02
How would Tehran respond if the US and Israel bomb Iran again? Al Jazeera · 2026-11-02

“Hossein Kanani Moghaddam, a former senior IRGC commander, told Al Jazeera that despite extensive blows to the Iranian armed forces during US and Israeli strikes earlier this year, they are now in better operational shape compared with previous conflicts.”

Politics · 4 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-29 to 2026-10-30
Trump at odds with reports of Vance’s letter to Iran Dawn · 2026-10-30

“…sident says outreach focused on medical supplies, not peace talks • Tehran confirms receiving vice president’s letter, no response yet • US media claims correspondence sought to avert new strikes TEHRAN: Iranian media reported on Thursday that Tehran had…”

What we know of Vance’s letter to Rezaei, as Trump warns Gulf to ‘prepare’ Al Jazeera · 2026-10-29

“United States Vice President JD Vance has sent a letter to Iran’s security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, in an 11th-hour push to restart peace talks, according to US media reports.”

Vance tests diplomatic route to Iran as Trump weighs escalation Times of India · 2026-10-29

“US vice president JD Vance has opened a direct channel to one of Iran’s most powerful hard-liners in an attempt to revive peace negotiations according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.”

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Politics · 4 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-28
Are GCC countries looking for a regional security pact with Iran? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-28

“Gulf countries have stepped up diplomacy with Iran in a bid to de-escalate tensions across the Middle East, amid fears of renewed US strikes on Tehran and intensifying hostilities between Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.”

The Tehran opening Dawn · 2026-10-28

“HELD amid the threat of a renewed US-Israeli attack on Iran and escalating conflict in the Arabian Peninsula, the meeting between Iranian leaders and members of the Makkah Defence Alliance was deeply significant — though it remained unclear whether the talks…”

Qatar urges Iran to 'show goodwill' by ending threats to the region and reopening the Strait of Hormuz Euronews · 2026-10-27

“The talks come amid continuing attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis.”

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Houthis Using Russian Satellites

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-31
Are Houthis using Russian satellites as Saudi Arabia fends off strikes? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-31

“An investigation has revealed that Russian satellites are assisting the Iran-aligned Houthis to strike Saudi Arabia’s military and energy infrastructure, further upending global energy markets amid the US war on Iran.”

Thanking Bill And Hillary Clinton

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-30
Why I Am Thanking Bill and Hillary Clinton Today 🙏🏽 Zeteo · 2026-10-30

“Beat the blockade: Reuters said Iran has “created a secret network of military agencies with global reach to import at least $2 billion in hardware, explosives and heavy-duty trucks since January 2025, evading both the US naval blockade and Western sanctions.””

Politics · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-21 to 2026-10-26
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv disputes Musk’s Starlink claims as Zelensky says peace talks to resume The Independent · 2026-10-26

“The US has pressed Ukraine to suspend strikes on Russian oil refineries, which it argues added to high energy prices, a sensitive issue for the Trump administration amid its war on Iran and US midterm elections next month.”

Trump says 'it doesn't matter' who throttled Ukraine's Starshield system and reveals Musk has 'put it back on' Daily Mail · 2026-10-23

“Efforts headed by the United States to pursue talks stalled in February with the outbreak of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.”

Elon Musk's Starlink slowdown 'throttled' Ukraine's ability to employ drone strikes with a flip of the switch, report says Daily Mail · 2026-10-21

“After talks with Trump's envoys in the Norwegian capital, Zelensky thanked Washington for the resumption of US intelligence of looming Russian strikes on civilian targets and energy plants.”

Trump Arranges Putin-Zelensky Meeting Soon

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Trump says a meeting between Putin and Zelensky to end Ukraine war will happen 'very soon' Daily Mail · 2026-10-28

“And what he claimed were efforts to reduce oil prices, which have surged since the US launched strikes on Iran in February, sparking conflict that continues today.”

Iraqi PM Visits Syria

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic Syria visit Al Jazeera · 2026-10-28

“Iraq has recently begun exporting limited quantities of oil through Syria following the outbreak of the US-led war on Iran.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Iran shrugs off Trump's attack threats, says diplomacy ongoing CBS News · 2026-10-26

“President Trump has fueled speculation that he could order a resumption of U.S. strikes on Iran after next Tuesday's midterm elections.”

Saudi Arabia Defends Against Houthis Attacks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-27
Saudi-led coalition says it downed Houthi missiles and drones Al Jazeera · 2026-10-27

“Iran, Mecca alliance talks In a joint statement issued late on Monday, the four countries “agreed to continue the dialogue to strengthen cooperation amongst the four regional countries, including for peace and security in the region”, according to Iranian…”

Iran's Conditions for Ending War With US

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-28
Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei reiterates conditions for ending war with US The Straits Times · 2026-10-28

“Khamenei’s statement comes amid a flurry of diplomatic activity aimed at preventing another round of US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic and resolving the mounting conflict in Yemen between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi rebels.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-24
Chilling US intelligence memo warns Iran's plots to assassinate American officials are in 'advanced stages'...as diplomats are pulled from Middle East embassies Daily Mail · 2026-10-24

“A new memo circulated by US intelligence claims that Iran is in the 'advanced stages' of plots to kill American officials in the Middle East and elsewhere The news comes amid another spike in oil prices and rumors that Donald Trump may resume strikes on…”

US is reducing staffing at 4 Middle East embassies over increased threats from Iran Toronto Star · 2026-10-24

“U.S. officials have adamantly denied the drawdowns are tied to any potential new U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.”

Hezbollah Ready For War

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Hezbollah readies for new regional war with funds from Iran, sources say The Straits Times · 2026-10-26

“HEZBOLLAH ON ALERT Hezbollah's effort comes amid continued tensions in the wider Middle Eastern conflict ignited by the US-Israeli attack on Iran in February.”

Iran Hardliners Criticize President

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Iran’s anti-negotiation hardliners turn against President Pezeshkian Al Jazeera · 2026-10-26

“The war has seen the Strait of Hormuz largely closed to shipping, massive damage to Iranian and Arab infrastructure in missile and air strikes, and huge disruptions to global energy supplies.”

Saudi-led Coalition Strikes Houthis

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Saudi-led coalition says it struck Houthi missile facilities Al Jazeera · 2026-10-26

“Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki said on Monday its forces destroyed four ballistic missile launchers and five tunnels used by the Houthis to store missiles.”

Ukraine Strikes On Russian Energy Sites

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-25
Explainer-How Ukraine's strikes on Russian energy sites deepened the rift with Trump The Straits Times · 2026-10-25

“Explainer-How Ukraine's strikes on Russian energy sites deepened the rift with Trump WASHINGTON, Oct 25 - Relations between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy took a sharp downward turn in recent weeks, with each leader…”

Russia Strikes Ukraine After Talks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Putin pounds Ukraine with drone strikes just hours after Trump envoy Steve Witkoff declared him a 'humanitarian' Daily Mail · 2026-10-22

“Russia and Ukraine traded attacks overnight, with seven killed on the Ukrainian side, shortly after US President Donald Trump's envoy held talks with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg.”

Trump Trying To Negotiate With Russia Over Ukraine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-21
Putin hosts Trump envoy for new Ukraine peace talks, frees US citizen held in Russia The Straits Times · 2026-10-21

“Putin hosts Trump envoy for new Ukraine peace talks, frees US citizen held in Russia ST PETERSBURG, Russia, Oct 21 - President Vladimir Putin hosted US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in a grand imperial palace on Wednesday to review new ideas on ending the war…”

US and Israel Plan Iran Strikes Post-Elections

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
US, Israel prepare for fresh Iran strikes as Tehran threatens with ‘Father of All Bombs’ Times of India · 2026-10-22

“The United States and Israel have drawn up plans for renewed military strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections, according to a report by The New York Times.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-20
Trump and Zelensky appear at loggerheads despite Oslo optimism BBC News · 2026-10-20

“- Published The hug that Trump envoy Steve Witkoff offered Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of this afternoon's talks in Oslo is unlikely to have dispelled the Ukrainian leader's misgivings about the current direction of US policy towards his war-ravaged country.”

Zelenskiy to meet Witkoff as Trump praises Russia and rebukes Ukraine The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“Ukraine says the Russian strikes have become even deadlier because of the absence of US technology needed to fend them off.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-18
Trump tries different approach with Russia to bring Americans relief amid ongoing war with Ukraine Fox News · 2026-10-18

“Instead, Hardie said, Trump pressed Ukraine to halt its refinery strikes without securing the same restraint from Putin.”

US And Iran Tensions In Gulf

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
Gulf nations brace for possible return to all-out war between US and Iran Euronews · 2026-10-22

“The Israeli premier justified this by stating that Iran's Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei "decided to follow in his father's footsteps (to attempt) once again to develop the bombs of death."’ The younger Khamenei, who has been selected as the new supreme leader…”

World · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-20
Lavrov backs Tehran, but does Russia also gain from the US-Iran crisis? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-20

“In Tehran, Lavrov said Russian specialists who had left Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant – heavily damaged in US strikes – would gradually return.”

Iran foreign minister says Russia, Iran have ‘never’ worked so closely The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“Lavrov said ahead of the visit that Moscow’s efforts “aimed at preventing the return of a large-scale war”, with talks stalled between the US and Iran.”

Iran foreign minister says Russia, Iran have ‘never’ worked so closely The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“The Middle East war erupted in February with US-Israeli strikes on Iran.”

Diplomatic Meetings In Pakistan And Iran

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-20
Pakistan army chief in Tehran: Can diplomacy prevent new US-Iran fighting? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-20

“Under the agreement, the US was to lift its naval blockade within 30 days, the Strait of Hormuz was to reopen, and about $24bn in estimated frozen Iranian assets was to be released in phases over 60 days of further talks, including negotiations on Iran’s…”

Iran Prolongs Nuclear Talks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-20
Iran prolongs talks in stalemate to influence US midterms, officials say The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“Iran prolongs talks in stalemate to influence US midterms, officials say DUBAI, Oct 20 - Iran has deliberately prolonged talks with the US to try to weaken Donald Trump politically ahead of November's US midterm elections, senior officials say, while fears of…”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-17
Iran-backed Houthis strike Yemen’s Aden: What that means Al Jazeera · 2026-10-17

“Since the Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran in March amid US strikes, Saudi Arabia has increasingly relied on sending oil exports to the Red Sea via its East-West pipeline instead.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-16
Order to limit Starshield for Ukraine came from inside White House, sources say The Straits Times · 2026-10-16

“But experts say that surge in energy costs is mainly the result of the US-Israeli war with Iran, which brought Iranian attacks on energy facilities and has largely shut the vital Strait of Hormuz.”

Order to limit Starshield for Ukraine came from inside White House, sources say The Straits Times · 2026-10-15

“But experts say that surge in energy costs is mainly the result of the US-Israeli war with Iran, which brought Iranian attacks on energy facilities and has largely shut the vital Strait of Hormuz.”

Poland blasts Musk for restricting Ukraine’s Starlink access: ‘Big man, are you playing politics again?’ The Independent · 2026-10-14

“Ukrainian soldiers have had their access to the internet restricted amid Donald Trump’s demands for a halt on long-range strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure, according to reports.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-16
Trump says Ukraine resuming strikes on Russian oil sites is a ‘disgrace’ NBC News · 2026-10-16

“It comes amid mounting questions about whether the U.S. is still sharing critical military intelligence with Ukraine after a pair of major strikes earlier this week that Kyiv said came without a usual advance warning from its partners.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-16
EU rallies in support of Ukraine amid Trump standoff Al Jazeera · 2026-10-16

“European Union leaders have urged continued support for Ukraine amid a deepening rift between Washington and Kyiv that has raised fears the country could be left more exposed to Russian attacks heading into the winter.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-12
Saudis investigate why defense systems failed to stop deadly Houthi attack on Riyadh airport The Independent · 2026-10-12

“Part of a broader sequence of Houthi strikes hitting Saudi airports since last week, the incident has exposed vulnerabilities in the kingdom's defense structure while signaling a dangerous turn in an expanding Middle East conflict that began more than seven…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-12
Trump lashes out at fury over Putin diesel deal and says 'the EU paid Russia $250 billion for energy - Always, America first' Daily Mail · 2026-10-12

“Mr Trump's deal with Putin comes amid backlash from voters over his war with Iran, which has helped diesel prices soar from $3.68 per gallon a year ago to $6.28 by Friday.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-13
Pakistan has locked down Imran Khan's stronghold - but it could backfire BBC News · 2026-10-13

“Sheikh thinks that Pakistan's military is feeling confident because it believes it has a good relationship with the White House, its international credentials burnished by their role in the US-Iran peace talks.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-12
Trump shifts position on Ukraine as fuel prices pose existential threat ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-12

“…roaden out the ramifications of keeping the Russian war machine alive, it came amid reports by Bloomberg that Russia had provided Iran with missiles, allowing Tehran to replenish its arsenals amid uncertainty over the possibility of renewed US strikes on…”

Iran Saudi Diplomacy Talks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-12
Iran-Saudi talks on Yemen’s Houthis: What’s in it for Tehran? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-12

“The talks also come against the backdrop of the wider US-Israel war on Iran, with Tehran potentially seeking to avoid being dragged into another confrontation.”

British Politics Brexit Rumors

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-13
Tuesday briefing: Could Burnham take Britain back towards the EU? The Guardian · 2026-10-13

“Five big stories - UK | Andy Burnham said Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps were “almost certainly” behind threats to RAF Fairford, the firmest attribution of responsibility made so far by the UK after an incident late last month. - UK politics | A…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-09
Is Trump signalling a return to war with Iran after the midterms? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-09

“The US launched its initial attacks on Iran on February 28, as talks with Iran were ongoing and despite Trump saying just the day before that he had not made any decision.”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-09
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky slams US and says Kyiv needs Starlink after Putin’s ‘horrifying’ bus attack The Independent · 2026-10-09

“The attack, which struck public buses in the embattled city of Kramatorsk, came amid a wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine that killed 78 people and injured 215 over two days, according to Zelensky.”

AI Regulation Debate

Technology · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-11
Letters: All those in favour of ‘dumber’ AI say ‘aye’ National Post · 2026-10-11

“Social media already showed us the cost of monoculture, with Big Tech’s “our way or the highway””

Trump Iran Strikes Threats

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Trump weighs huge strike on Iran to show voters bold display of US power before crucial midterm elections, report says Daily Mail · 2026-10-08

“…s about lowering gas prices and moving toward an end of the Iran conflict prior to the November 3 elections Soaring gas prices could trigger a Democratic 'blue wave' in the midterms Officials said that the size and targets of the strikes are still up for…”

Iran US Tensions Escalate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Iran-US war latest: Trump says he doesn’t ‘really want’ peace deal as US prepares to resume strikes The Independent · 2026-10-08

“NBC News reported that Trump and his national security team have discussed the possibility of restarting large-scale US military operations in Iran in the coming weeks, including potential strikes ahead of next month’s midterm elections.”

Pakistan UN Envoy Resigns

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-06
After two crisis-ridden years, Pakistan’s UN envoy heads home to take up foreign secretary mantle Dawn · 2026-10-06

“The Israel-Iran war in June 2025 and subsequent direct US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities presented Pakistan with another delicate diplomatic challenge.”

Iran Us War Tensions

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-05
Iran-US war latest: Trump’s forces have ‘fled’ 1,000km from Iran’s borders, commander claims The Independent · 2026-10-05

“…ear Admiral Ali Fadavi said that for the first time since the conflict began, there were no US vessels in the Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, the Sea of Oman or even the northern Indian Ocean, claiming US warships were “100 per cent vulnerable” to Iranian…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-01
‘Fatal point of no return’: Putin warns against use of nukes amid global tensions Times of India · 2026-10-01

“Putin also said Russia supported a possible trilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, although he said an agenda for such talks would first need to be worked out.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-30 to 2026-10-01
US-led coalition ends anti-Islamic State mission in Iraq amid heightened regional tensions and security fears Euronews · 2026-10-01

“Pro-Iran groups have long demanded the withdrawal of US troops, targeting them with drones and missiles, and triggering US retaliatory strikes that killed several faction commanders over the years.”

Trump celebrates US military exit from Iraq as the end of a ‘very expensive excursion into Hell’ The Independent · 2026-09-30

“Negotiated two years prior, the departure comes amid an ongoing war between the United States and Iran that has occasionally extended into Iraqi territory, marked by exchanges of fire between U.S. soldiers and Iran-backed militia strongholds.”

Face The Nation October 4 Interviews

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-04
Key Biden aide recalls "draconian measures" being considered against Israel CBS News · 2026-10-04

“Fordow was one of the three Iranian nuclear sites that President Trump ordered to be bombed , eight months before the Trump administration and Israeli forces launched a wider war against Iran.McGurk said the Biden administration was concerned in late 2024…”

US Sends Third Carrier to Middle East

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-02
New aircraft carrier, 10,000 US troops: Is the Iran war about to escalate? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-02

“Last week, Iran sent a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, subject to certain conditions it wants the US to meet, including the lifting of sanctions, unfreezing Iranian assets and guaranteeing an end to strikes.”

Trump's Iran Policy And Pardons Talks

Politics · 5 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-09-25 to 2026-09-30
Iran-US war live: Oil prices rise after Trump says he has offered Tehran ‘nothing’ in peace talks The Independent · 2026-09-30

“US and Iranian officials hold separate talks with Qatari mediators US and Iranian officials spoke separately with Qatari mediators this week, as Qatar continued its efforts to end the seven-month war between the two countries.”

Iran-US war latest: Tehran warns it is ready for ‘doomsday’ war as Trump rejects roadmap to end conflict The Independent · 2026-09-28

“Meanwhile, Donald Trump said the US had transported a record amount of oil through Hormuz and expected more talks with Iran this week.”

Trump, Xi discuss Middle East war as Iran presses 7-day plan to end fighting The Straits Times · 2026-09-26

“The Iranian seven-day proposal comes after previous attempts at diplomacy have failed to end the war, which began on Feb 28 with US and Israeli strikes.”

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Iran US Tensions Escalate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-01
Iran-US war latest: Trump says decision coming very soon on whether to ‘blow up’ Tehran The Independent · 2026-10-01

“Oil prices barely changed as investors assess US-Iran peace talks Oil prices were nearly flat in early Asia trade this morning, following the previous day's gains and steep monthly rises, as investors assessed the outcome of US-Iran peace talks and the…”

Chagos Sovereignty Dispute

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-02
UK-Mauritius Chagos sovereignty deal stalls amid fears of further delays Al Jazeera · 2026-10-02

“But it has yet to enter into force amid opposition from US President Donald Trump.”

Trump's UN Speech Controversies

Politics · 7 matching articles from 6 outlets · 2026-09-20 to 2026-09-26
Six big takeaways from a turbulent week of UN diplomacy Dawn · 2026-09-26

“While they reached no breakthroughs on the world’s most intractable conflicts, talks on the Iran and Ukraine wars inched forward and global powers used the venue to debate AI risks with industry leaders.”

War, oil shocks, and diplomatic friction form the turbulent backdrop for Donald Trump’s UN speech The Independent · 2026-09-22

“He will also meet with representatives from the Gulf Cooperation Council—including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE—to address the ongoing war in Iran and recent regional rebel strikes.”

Iran warns of ‘new weapons’ as Trump weighs meeting with Iranian president NBC News · 2026-09-21

“Iran warned Monday it would use “new weapons with new capabilities” if the U.S. launched a fresh assault after President Donald Trump ramped up the rhetoric against Tehran over the weekend.”

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Trump Kim Friendship

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-30
Trump calls Kim Jong Un a ‘friend’ and plays down N Korea’s nuclear arsenal Al Jazeera · 2026-09-30

“Trump is seeking to re-engage with Kim and secure a win on the international stage as the US and Israel’s war on Iran enters its eighth month.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-28
Iran says it ‘has no plans to negotiate with US’ despite Trump claims – US politics live The Guardian · 2026-09-28

“State media in Iran has reported that Iran’s delegation to the UN General Assembly had no talks planned with the United States, after US president Donald Trump said he expected more negotiations.”

Iowa Politics

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-29
Rob Sand Says He Isn’t Trying to Turn Iowa Blue. It Just Might Happen Anyway. Mother Jones · 2026-09-29

““I will not kick us off.””

Saudi Yemen Talks Hormuz

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-29
Rubio, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister hold talks on Yemen, Hormuz Strait Al Jazeera · 2026-09-29

“The talks in Washington, DC, on Monday came as the US-Israel war on Iran enters its eighth month, with diplomacy at a stalemate as mediators continue to pass messages between the parties.”

World · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-25
Pakistan, Turkiye edge closer towards joining Saudi war against Houthis Al Jazeera · 2026-09-25

“That has given the group greater control over the Bab al-Mandeb strait, the critically important maritime passage that Saudi Arabia was using to ship oil out after the US-Iran war effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz.”

Allies unite behind Saudi Arabia as Houthis step up attacks The Straits Times · 2026-09-25

“The Houthis have launched strikes on the Saudi-backed government in Yemen and repeatedly fired into Saudi Arabia, disrupting oil flows from the world's largest energy exporter, as part of a wider Middle East war that began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran…”

Xi-Trump Summit Out comes

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
AI looms large over Trump-Xi meeting amid deep distrust between US and China The Guardian · 2026-09-23

“On Sunday, Scott Bessent, the US treasury secretary, concluded talks with the Chinese vice-premier He Lifeng by proposing an AI safety mechanism to be established between Washington and Beijing.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-24
Trump invites Putin to Miami G20: Why that matters Al Jazeera · 2026-09-24

““Trump himself is responsible for stoking high energy prices, due to the repercussions of the US-Israel war on Iran and the subsequent blocking of the Strait of Hormuz.””

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-23
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says Trump gave no ‘concrete answer’ on key weapon export The Independent · 2026-09-23

“The US is itself facing a shortage of Patriot interceptors after using large numbers to defend against Iranian attacks in the Middle East.”

Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready for energy truce with Russia after Trump talks Al Jazeera · 2026-09-23

“… Trump, whose approval ratings have slumped to a record low amid high petrol prices ahead of the US midterm elections in November, had expressed concern in recent days over the extensive damage done by Ukraine to Russia’s fuel-processing capacity, which he…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-24
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nato jets scrambled in Poland and Romania as Putin hammers Kyiv The Independent · 2026-09-24

“Poland’s Armed Forces Operational Command said Polish fighter jets were scrambled “to ensure safety” amid Russian strikes using jet-powered drones against targets in western Ukraine.”

Russia Ukraine Ceasefire Talks

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-25
US seeking to revive Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks Al Jazeera · 2026-09-25

“The move follows negotiations that started earlier this year before the US efforts to broker an end to hostilities petered out amid Washington’s war on Iran.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-09-20 to 2026-09-21
Andy Burnham to meet Donald Trump for first time as world leaders gather at UN Evening Standard · 2026-09-21

“…horised a British military operation for the first time by deploying defensive air-to-air refuelling for Saudi Arabian planes responding to Houthi missile attacks, said he and Mr Trump would be discussing the Middle East crisis triggered by US strikes in…”

Burnham braces for Trump turbulence in first meeting tomorrow - with president set to swipe at allies who are not helping with Iran war in UN speech Daily Mail · 2026-09-21

“Andy Burnham is due to hold talks with Donald Trump as they both attend the UN General Assembly tomorrow Last week Mr Trump described the Labour premier as a 'very nice guy' but 'on the liberal side' Keir Starmer's initial meeting with Mr Trump was seen as a…”

Andy Burnham faces a weakened Trump – but the president remains unpredictable The Guardian · 2026-09-20

“The US president remains angry the UK did not join his strikes on Iran, and has attacked the country as a “dying” nation “on the edge of disaster”.”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Nato jets are scrambled as Russian military helicopter flies 1,000ft into Polish airspace 'to test alliance defences' Daily Mail · 2026-09-23

“…re in a business center that was struck by a Russian drone, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine in Kyiv, Ukraine September 23, 2026 Ukraine also needs more US-made Patriot air defence systems as a shield against Russian ballistic missiles, but Patriots are in…”

Pakistan MoU Meeting

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-24
PM Shehbaz stresses Islamabad MoU implementation in meeting with Pezeshkian Dawn · 2026-09-24

“The conflict has since continued with sporadic strikes and a US naval blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has maintained control over traffic through the strategic waterway.”

EU Aid Contingent On Reform

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
EU tells Zelenskyy to strengthen rule of law in Ukraine before any more monetary aid comes National Post · 2026-09-23

“Ukraine has asked allies to help plug an unforeseen budgetary hole of about US$30 billion and asked the EU to speed up the disbursement of a US$104 billion loan.”

Melania Grades Trump Speech

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Melania admits Trump sometimes 'doesn't want to hear the truth' as she grades his UN speech Daily Mail · 2026-09-23

“Trump has been pleading with the Ukrainian president to end strikes on Russian oil refineries after US diesel prices hit their highest level on record.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-19
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill named after Lindsey Graham Washington Examiner · 2026-09-19

“President Donald Trump signed a bill into law on Friday that imposes a new round of sanctions against Russia amid its war with Ukraine.”

Houthis Attack Saudi Oil Facilities

Politics · 3 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-09-12 to 2026-09-18
As Houthis grab Bab al-Mandeb, US appears willing to watch from sidelines Al Jazeera · 2026-09-18

“United States officials met Houthi representatives at the US embassy in the Omani capital, Muscat, over the weekend after the Iran-aligned movement seized thousands of square kilometres of territory in just a few days.”

Houthis threaten more Saudi strikes as UN warns of humanitarian crisis in Yemen The Guardian · 2026-09-15

“The US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, spoke with Oman’s foreign minister, Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, on Tuesday amid US concern that Oman will cede excessive control of the waterway to Iran.”

Iraq scrambles to address fallout from alleged militia attack on Saudi oil pipeline CBC News · 2026-09-12

“Tehran-backed Iraqi militias have carried out strikes on U.S.-linked targets both inside and outside of Iraq since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, and have co-ordinated with Yemen's Houthi rebels to attack Saudi Arabia.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-20
Turkish FM says ready to meet Saudi defence needs – what does that mean? Al Jazeera · 2026-09-20

“The escalation has also raised the stakes for global energy supplies, as the Iran-aligned Houthis tightened their grip on the Red Sea, which has been used as an alternative route for Saudi oil exports amid the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.”

War Escalation Risks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-21
Dangers of a wider war Dawn · 2026-09-21

“Efforts to revive talks between the US and Iran had stalled before these developments.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Poland says Putin is planning to launch drone or missile attack on a Nato country The Independent · 2026-09-18

“Russia strikes Nova Poshta facilities near Ukraine's Odesa, defence ministry says Russian drones have hit Nova Poshta's logistics hub near the Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa as well as a cargo vessel in the nearby port of Chornomorsk, the Russian…”

Russian Threat Concerns

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-18
Burnham faces demands to come clean with Brits about Russian 'shadow war' and hike defence spending - as France, Poland and Germany step up warnings Daily Mail · 2026-09-18

“…ws warnings that Russia's Vladimir Putin is planning hybrid strikes with drones or rockets on European countries supporting Ukraine The talks will reportedly focus on the consequences for France of the 'rapid deterioration' in the global situation amid the…”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-13
China's Xi pushes 'Greater Brics' economic ties to give bloc larger global role Dawn · 2026-09-13

“Brics foreign ministers had failed to agree on a joint statement in New Delhi in May, with Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates divided over the war that began with US-Israeli strikes on February 28.”

BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways? Al Jazeera · 2026-09-13

“The New Delhi Declaration, adopted on Saturday, called for restraint in the Middle East but avoided condemning the US-Israeli strikes or Iran’s targeting of Gulf countries in the region.”

Iran Gulf Talks Postponed

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-14
Temporary Hormuz solution deferred as Iran-Arab summit falls through Al Jazeera · 2026-09-14

“When the two countries initially advanced the bilateral deal, Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it “gets in the way” of US talks with Iran.”

Iran Attacks After US Hits Tankers

Politics · 6 matching articles from 5 outlets · 2026-09-06 to 2026-09-10
Trump Promises End to Iran War After Midterms TIME · 2026-09-10

“Iranian leaders have used the Strait as a key point of leverage in now-stalled talks with the U.S., and restarted strikes on ships in the waterway in an attempt to force the U.S. to agree to its demands.”

Iran Threatens to Target U.S. Energy Assets in Gulf If U.S. Strikes Again TIME · 2026-09-08

“Although some of Iran’s top officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian, have signaled a willingness to return to the MOU and resume talks with the U.S., the two countries’ positions remain far apart.”

Price of crude oil nears $100 a barrel as U.S.-Iran stalemate continues CBS News · 2026-09-07

“Iran's president vows to continue fighting amid stalemate Iran's president insisted Tuesday that Iran would continue to fight against "aggressors" as the six-month war with the U.S. appeared to be locked in a stalemate.”

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Iran tanker attacks in strait of hormuz

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-11
Iranian vessel in Hormuz hit, while Houthis expand control of shipping lane CBS News · 2026-09-11

“The move makes it easier for the Iran-backed rebels to further choke Saudi oil exports. - Yemen government forces, supported by Saudi Arabia, said Saturday they had launched strikes against Mokha, newly in Houthi hands.”

Russia Sanctions Winter Hardship Europe

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-13
Europe must endure winter of hardship to keep pressure on Putin, says PM's security adviser BBC News · 2026-09-13

“The prime minister's most senior security adviser was in Ukraine's capital only last weekend for talks with US President Donald Trump's envoys after they visited Putin in Moscow.”

Russia Ukraine Talks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-12
Zelenskyy ready to meet Putin at Miami G20; Kremlin refuses The Hindu · 2026-09-12

“Ukraine urgently needs more interceptor missiles for U.S.-made Patriot air defence systems, but U.S. supplies have been reduced after Washington used large numbers during its war with Iran.”

Politics · 4 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-06
Trump sends 'personal regards' to Zelensky after US envoys conclude two rounds of 'substantive' talks in Ukraine as Britain, France and Germany drafted in to join meeting Daily Mail · 2026-09-06

“… Kushner arrive at a railway station in Kyiv ahead of peace talks with Mr Zelensky on Sunday The US envoys were pictured with the Ukrainian president as the arrived following talks with Putin in Moscow yesterday Donald Trump's son-in-law Mr Kushner embraces…”

US envoys meet Putin: What’s behind latest diplomacy on Russia-Ukraine war? Al Jazeera · 2026-09-06

“The Iran war has also strained transatlantic ties as Trump has accused his European and NATO allies of not helping him in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran has used as leverage in talks.”

US delegation lands in Kyiv amid Russia-Ukraine capitals ceasefire ABC News (AU) · 2026-09-06

“In short: US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Kyiv, as part of a push to revive peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.”

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Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-05
Captain calamity: Pete Hegseth under fire for ‘inept’ leadership of US military The Guardian · 2026-09-05

“After a month-long lull, the resumption of strikes on Iranian targets near the strait of Hormuz meanwhile renewed questions over just what the US wants to achieve in its war with the Islamic regime, which Trump and his defense secretary once loudly vowed to…”

Trump's Data Center Plan

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-06
Here’s the biggest news you missed this weekend NBC News · 2026-09-06

“The renewed talks appear to be Washington’s latest effort to end the nearly five-year war after months of stalled momentum amid the conflict with Iran.”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-03
First Draft: Meet the Gulf ‘Spy Sheikh’ Backing Trump’s Insanely Corrupt Crypto Bank Zeteo · 2026-09-03

“Iranian Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said: “If the enemy wants us not to export oil from the Persian Gulf, no one will be able to export oil.””

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-31
Morning Update: Mapping new points of resistance The Globe and Mail · 2026-08-31

“Abroad: U.S. forces struck two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island on Sunday, a U.S. official said, marking the first known American strikes on Iran since late July.”

Trump's Iran War Stalemate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-28
'We won.' 'Winding down.' 'Close to over.' Six months of Trump on the Iran war Los Angeles Times · 2026-08-28

“What happened: Iranian drone and missile strikes on gulf neighbors continued.”

US Sanctions on Iran Economy

Politics · 6 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-08-18 to 2026-08-24
‘Economic D-Day’: U.S. threatens Iran with new sanctions, Tehran fires back The Hindu · 2026-08-24

“The warring nations have not conducted military strikes against each other for weeks, but they also have not engaged in meaningful talks to end the six-month-old conflict.”

Iran says it's ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan CBS News · 2026-08-24

“CBS/AFP Pakistan says talks with Iran yielded "significant progress"”

Trump pledges ‘economic warfare’ on Iran, prompting Tehran derision The Straits Times · 2026-08-20

“The war between the two countries, started by the US and Israel in February, appears stalemated, with peace talks stalled, Tehran keeping the key Strait of Hormuz shut and Washington persisting with a naval counter-blockade of Iran.”

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World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-26
Iran says Strait of Hormuz agreement with Oman puts ball back in U.S. court CBS News · 2026-08-26

“See earlier developments below.What to know about the Iran war: - A news outlet run by Iran's military said Thursday that Iranian and Omani officials have reached an agreement to open a temporary new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, but that the…”

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-25
Can Pakistan’s Asim Munir convince Iran military chiefs to return to talks? Al Jazeera · 2026-08-25

“He met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, as well as Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who is Tehran’s chief negotiator in talks with the United States to end their now six-month-long war.”

US Troops Injured in Iraq War

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-25
US troops a liability for some Kuwaitis amid Iran fury: ‘we’re paying the price’ South China Morning Post · 2026-08-25

“US troops a liability for some Kuwaitis amid Iran fury: ‘we’re paying the price’ ‘Targeting locations where the Americans are stationed has created fear and anxiety among residents,’ a Kuwaiti national says Like many Kuwaitis, Ghanim Alsulaimani still vividly…”

World · 4 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-08-18 to 2026-08-21
Strait of Hormuz tracker: The maps and charts that debunk Trump’s claim the route has reopened The Independent · 2026-08-21

“Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has plunged to single digits as US-Iran peace talks have ground to a complete halt.”

'No talks or conversations' with Iran, Trump says, as temporary ceasefire expires CBC News · 2026-08-19

“The nearly six-month conflict, which began with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, has settled into a standoff, with Iran continuing to threaten shipping in the strait and Washington saying it could renew attacks if talks do not yield a long-term settlement.”

Iran-US war latest: Tehran spells out demands to reopen Strait of Hormuz after Trump’s threat against Oman The Independent · 2026-08-18

“Watch: Trump casts doubt on Iran deal, says Tehran ‘cannot have a nuclear weapon’ Gaza will not be rebuilt until Hamas disarms, says Kushner after four-hour Netanyahu meeting Israel will continue strikes on Gaza after four-hour discussions on a Gaza Peace…”

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World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-16
Why has Israel escalated attacks in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire? Al Jazeera · 2026-08-16

“…ssociate professor of Middle Eastern Studies at Bard College in the US state of New York, told Al Jazeera most observers believe Netanyahu wants to escalate strikes on Lebanon “to demonstrate an undeterred resolve” to occupy the country’s south and to…”

Trump Threatens Iran With Military Action

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-05
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' if Hormuz Strait not open soon as oil prices fall BBC News · 2026-08-05

“- Published Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz would open "very soon" or Iran would be "hit very hard" as oil prices fell to a three-week low amid hopes of a deal.”

US Market Activity

Economy/Business · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-04
US stocks near record high, oil falls as Trump claims Iran talks under way Al Jazeera · 2026-08-04

“US President Donald Trump said on Monday that talks with Iran were under way and that he wanted to give Tehran “every last chance” to sign a deal before facing renewed strikes.”

Escalating US-Iran Conflict

World · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-07-31
Kuwaiti worker killed as U.S.-Iran conflict widens CBC News · 2026-07-31

“Kuwaiti worker killed as U.S.-Iran conflict widens Iranian strike hits China-owned business amid 'heavy wave' of attacks from U.S.”

Netanyahu Trump Meeting

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-07-30
Why Netanyahu's visit with Trump at the White House is high-stakes BBC News · 2026-07-30

“Why Netanyahu's visit with Trump at the White House is high-stakes Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington DC for talks with President Donald Trump about the future of the conflict with Iran.”

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