Stuck in the middle of Gaza’s passport crisis
Scholarships and jobs abroad are on hold indefinitely for passport seekers in Gaza.
Sanders: Tax Billionaires, Pause AI
Bernie Sanders called for a 5% wealth tax on billionaires to fund $12,000 payments for working-class families of four, and a national moratorium on AI data centers.
Germany Seeks Extra €100M for Ukraine
Germany’s finance ministry wants an extra €100 million for Ukrainian water, energy and transport repairs after Russian strikes intensified since July, Reuters reported from a Bundestag letter.
Eisenkot Leads With 67 Endorsements
Gadi Eisenkot is expected to secure 67 endorsements for prime minister against Netanyahu’s 46 after the Joint List backed him, Ynet reported.
Senate Asks Musk to Keep Starshield Files
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee asked Elon Musk to retain documents on Starshield restrictions in Ukraine ahead of a possible investigation, a Democratic aide told CNN.
Greene: Trump ‘Killed’ MAGA
Marjorie Taylor Greene said the MAGA movement is “completely dead” after Republicans’ midterm defeat, blaming President Donald Trump: “Trump himself is the one that killed it.”
Prosecutors Probe Aiwanger Hotel Death
Berlin prosecutors and a state police homicide unit are investigating the death of Free Voters leader Hubert Aiwanger, 55, found in a Berlin-Mitte hotel room. Officials report no initial suspicion of a crime; autopsy results are pending.
Indivisible Calls to Replace Schumer
Indivisible is urging Senate Democrats to replace Chuck Schumer, citing his weak approval and opposition from newly elected senators.
When racists become disability activists
I got into disability activism around 2010, just as the Labour government were leaving office and being replaced by the old Conservative-Liberal coalition (or ConDems) who introduced swingeing austerity measures, instigating a hate campaign...
Türkiye Says Fire From Iran Killed Border Soldier
Türkiye’s defense ministry says fire assessed to have come from the Iranian side killed Private Yusuf Sait Ünlü at the Engin Mayın border outpost on Oct. 31 during an intervention in an illegal crossing.
Erdoğan Weighs Nov. 8 Azerbaijan Visit
Aboard his flight home from South Korea, Erdoğan said phone talks with Ilham Aliyev and envoys to Baku are underway as he weighs a Victory Day visit on Nov. 8.
BAE Begins Building Türkiye’s First Typhoon
BAE Systems Air said assembly of Türkiye’s first Eurofighter Typhoon front fuselage is underway in Lancashire, one year after Ankara’s 20-jet order.
Russia to Supply Iran With 90 Missile Launchers
Russia agreed to supply Iran with 90 helicopter-mounted launchers for LMUR guided missiles widely used by its forces in Ukraine, the Financial Times reported. It is unclear whether they were delivered.
Houthis Demand $51 Billion From Saudi Arabia
Yemen’s Houthis demanded $51 billion from Saudi Arabia and official recognition as Yemen’s rulers to end hostilities, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Trump Aides Joked About Asylum in Israel
Trump’s top advisers joked about seeking asylum in Israel during a private call six days before Republicans’ midterm defeat, The New York Times reported.
Genocide advocate belongs to Leonardo's business empire
“Dramatic leap” in drone trade will be celebrated in Tel Aviv next week.
Indonesia Seeks Stronger ASEAN Defense Ties
Indonesia calls for stronger ASEAN defense ties through joint training, practical military cooperation and closer coordination on regional security challenges.
South Korea Moves to Expand Naval Mission Near Hormuz
South Korea plans to expand its anti-piracy mission toward Oman, adding a P-8A patrol aircraft, mine-clearance capabilities and 75 personnel amid the Iran war.
Australian Inquiry Calls for AUKUS Submarine Deal to End
An independent Australian inquiry urges Canberra to scrap its A$368 billion AUKUS submarine plan, citing sovereignty, costs and risks of conflict with China.
China Warns Philippines Over South China Sea
China warns the Philippines against escalating South China Sea tensions, while both governments pledge to maintain dialogue amid a growing diplomatic dispute.