US President Donald Trump renewed his support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, October 25, 2026, urging voters to re-elect him in Tuesday's parliamentary election. In a Truth Social post, Trump praised Netanyahu's leadership and called for the two countries to continue their military campaign against Iran. The endorsement came as opinion polls suggested Netanyahu's governing coalition could struggle to retain power. Trump Renews Neta

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday, October 25, that he was approaching a major decision on whether to negotiate an agreement with Iran or resume military strikes. His remarks came amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and stalled diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran. However, Trump explicitly ruled out launching an attack that Sunday. Trump Rules Out Sunday Attack on Iran Speaking to reporters before departing th

Serbia's student-led opposition movement secured a historic parliamentary election victory on Sunday, October 25, 2026, ending 14 years of political dominance by Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party (SNS). Vucic conceded defeat shortly after polling stations closed, as preliminary projections showed the Student List winning a majority in the country's 250-seat parliament. Serbia Student Election Victory The Student List emerged a

Venezuelan opposition leader and 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado returned to her home country on Sunday, October 25, 2026, after spending more than 10 months abroad. Her arrival marks an important development in Venezuela's political transition following the removal of former President Nicolás Maduro. Thousands of supporters welcomed Machado as she renewed her campaign for democratic elections. Maria Corina Machado Homecoming After Exil

Drone attacks in Russia's Belgorod region killed four people and injured 14 others on Sunday, October 25, 2026, according to Russian officials. The strikes damaged apartment buildings, vehicles and commercial properties in the border city of Belgorod. A separate drone attack also damaged an industrial facility in the Perm region, injuring five workers. Belgorod Drone Attack Casualties Rise Belgorod authorities initially reported two deat

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal criticised CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke during a discussion with Indian science and technology students in Berlin on October 24, 2026. The exchange came as Goyal explored ways to encourage researchers working overseas to return to India. Piyush Goyal Jabs Abhijeet Dipke in Berlin Goyal was asked whether India could introduce a state backed programme similar to China's efforts to recruit scient

Zelensky condemned Russia after 21 ballistic missiles struck Kyiv following US-Russia peace talks on October 21. Ukraine reported two deaths and 34 injuries nationwide. The president also criticized Steve Witkoff's description of Putin as a humanitarian and demanded stronger air defenses. Russian Ballistic Missile Strikes on Kyiv Russian forces launched three waves of ballistic missiles against Kyiv beginning Wednesday even

Around 150,000 people gathered in Belgrade on October 22, 2026, supporting Serbia's student-led movement ahead of the October 25 parliamentary election. The Student List is challenging Aleksandar Vucic's ruling party after nearly two years of protests over corruption and accountability.  Belgrade Student Protest Draws 150,000 Thousands of students and supporters marched through Belgrade carrying Serbian flags and banne

France has confirmed the world's first documented human infection with the Shamonda virus, a disease previously detected only in animals. The patient, who had a severely weakened immune system and was receiving treatment for a serious illness in Lyon, died in early October 2026. French health authorities announced the case on October 22, emphasizing that no health risk to the general population has been identified. First Human Shamonda Virus Case in France

Economist Nouriel Roubini, widely known as "Dr Doom" for predicting the 2008 global financial crisis, believes India has the potential to become one of the world's biggest economic success stories. However, he has warned that the country needs to accelerate its growth rate closer to 9% to create enough quality jobs for its expanding young population. Speaking in an interview with The Economic Times, Roubini praised India's strong domestic market, skilled workforce and improving econ

The Trump Nobel Peace Prize 2026 controversy intensified after Navi Pillay won the award. At a New York rally, Trump criticised the Nobel Committee, defended his war claims and issued a sharp warning to Iran amid growing international tensions. Trump Nobel Snub Sparks Criticism of Norway US President Donald Trump sharply criticised the 2026 Nobel Peace

The Trump Russia diesel deal has sparked tensions between Washington and Kyiv. President Donald Trump announced new Russian diesel shipments to ease rising US fuel costs, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the sanctions relief amid renewed Miami peace talks. Russian Diesel Shipments Announced After Putin Talks US President Donald T

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the United States has deliberately adopted a more isolated global posture while China’s growing economic and political influence is reshaping the international order. Speaking at the 62nd Munich Security Conference, Jaishankar said the present global landscape is increasingly defined by strategic competition between the US and China, alongside a stronger push by emerging and middle powers to protect their interests through diver

The US-China 30-for-30 trade framework could lower tariffs on about $60 billion in two-way commerce, with each country identifying roughly $30 billion in non-sensitive imports. Farm goods, medical devices and consumer goods are included, but exact tariff rates and an implementation date remain unsettled. Tariff cuts Washington and Beij

Russia backs India for a permanent UNSC seat as Sergey Lavrov renews Moscow’s support for India and Brazil at the UNGA. The move sharpens the UNSC reform debate, highlighting G4 differences and calls for stronger Global South representation.   Russia backs India UNSC bid at UN General Assembly Russia has renewed its support for India becoming a permanent member of the United Nations Security

Best Countries at Math: China Leads PISA 2025 Rankings The latest PISA mathematics results highlighted in the source show a striking concentration of high performers in East Asia. China leads the table, followed by Singapore, Macao and Taiwan, while Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong also rank strongly. Estonia emerges as Europe’s leading performe

WASHINGTON – Trump global views are under renewed scrutiny as international polling, US policy debates, Trump poll findings, midterms and the coming UN debate put Washington’s international standing in focus. Global opinion President Donald Trump has repeatedly argued that the United States commands greater respect abroad under his leadership. However, Pew Research Center’s 2026 internati

Operation Economic Outcast is expanding as the US Treasury works with global financial institutions to identify and disrupt revenue, banking and procurement networks linked to Iran. The campaign comes as Washington also warns that instability in the region could threaten global energy supplies. Operation Economic Outcast targets Iran finance The US Treasury said its Financial Crimes Enforcement Network convened global financial instituti

India BRICS joint statement consensus was achieved after intense negotiations involving Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The breakthrough highlights India BRICS diplomacy as New Delhi hosts the BRICS Summit 2026 amid West Asia tensions.  Iran Saudi Arabia UAE talks pave way for consensus India managed to secure agreement on the BRICS joint statement after negotiations continued into the early hours, rep

The 18th BRICS Summit in Delhi 2026 brings leaders together for BRICS bilateral meetings, the BRICS Business Forum, trade cooperation and Global South diplomacy under India’s BRICS chairship.