As the November 3 midterms approach, President Donald Trump and senior officials are portraying the Iran war as nearing its final stage, with fighting expected to end after the US vote. The administration also predicts a subsequent decline in global oil prices.

Trump administration's collective message over Iran as midterm approaches | Race To Power

Under Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir's watch, enforced disappearances have skyrocketed. According to a human rights group, enforced disappearances in Balochistan surged by 308% from 2020 to 2025.


Balochistan disappearances surge 308%: US urged to sanction Pakistan

The FBI has arrested Wanying Zhang, also known as Heather, at Los Angeles International Airport on allegations of acting as a Chinese foreign agent and spying on the son of Taiwan’s president. Zhang was detained before her planned departure for China, according to U.S. prosecutors.

FBI uncovers alleged Chinese intelligence operation

The U.S., China and Russia are racing to develop nuclear reactors for the Moon, as they plan future lunar bases and deeper space missions. NASA has asked contractors to prepare a reactor capable of surviving the journey and operating without maintenance near the Moon’s south pole, with a target launch by December 2030.

US, China, Russia, race to build nuclear reactors on moon 

A U.S. Marine stationed in Okinawa, Japan, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 39-year-old Japanese woman at a hotel in Naha, police said. The suspect was identified as 20-year-old Lance Cpl Devin Jacob Ballard. Police allege he also stole the woman’s wallet and backpack.

Japan: 39-year-old woman allegedly killed by US marine

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has backed a multipolar world order, saying the rise of multiple centres of power does not necessarily mean global chaos. Speaking at the 62nd Munich Security Conference, Jaishankar described the shifting balance of power as a return to a “natural order”, pointing to the growing influence of Asian powers such as India and China.

Jaishankar: Middle powers play a key role in a multipolar world

Russia’s Security Council deputy chief Dmitry Medvedev has warned that any attempt to “block” Russia’s new Rassvet satellite network at Ukraine’s request could amount to its destruction and trigger what he called “full-scale space warfare.” Medvedev also warned that U.S. Starlink satellites could become targets, escalating tensions over military satellite networks and the growing role of space technology in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Medvedev warns targeting Russia's Rassvet could trigger space war 

Taiwan has received its first US-made F-16V fighter jets as Taipei upgrades its air capabilities amid tensions with China. The aircraft are part of an $8 billion deal for 66 F-16Vs approved during Donald Trump’s first term.

US hands over first two F-16V fighters to Taiwan 

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the military has cut the number of generals and admirals by 20%. Speaking at Quantico, Hegseth said 10% of senior officers were removed and another 10% of general officer positions were eliminated, calling the cuts “accountability” while critics have described them as a purge.

Pete Hegseth says US military will be downsized, 20% of generals and admirals to be fired

In 1995, 18-year-old Christa Pike was convicted of murdering her 19-year-old Job Corps classmate, Colleen Slemmer, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Pike received a death sentence the following year, and the case has continued to draw attention through decades of legal proceedings and appeals.

1995: 18-year-old-Christa Pike convicted for killing classmate

Qatar says diplomatic mediation efforts are continuing to narrow differences between Iran and the United States amid the ongoing conflict. Doha is seeking to help bridge gaps between the two sides and support diplomatic efforts toward de-escalation and a possible resolution.

US-Iran war: Qatar says mediation efforts continue to bridge Iran-US gaps 

US President Donald Trump is set to meet leading technology executives as Washington weighs questions around artificial intelligence safety, regulation and oversight. The discussions come as the rapid development of AI raises debates over innovation, national security, accountability and safeguards for increasingly powerful systems.

Trump set to meet tech leaders as US debates AI safety and oversight 

US Ambassador to China David Perdue said President Donald Trump once asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether China would like to buy U.S. weapons. The revelation came days after Xi’s state visit to Washington, amid ongoing discussions over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. Perdue said Trump and Xi continue to discuss the issue, while Beijing has opposed U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.

David Perdue reveals Trump's offer to Xi Jinping

The U.S. Navy is flight-testing Castelion’s Blackbeard, an air-launched hypersonic strike missile designed to hit both land and maritime targets. The programme is backed by a recent $200 million Navy contract under the Multi-Mission Affordable Capacity Effector (MACE) programme.

Hypersonic missile designed to strike land & maritime targets 

American truckers, businesses and consumers could soon get some relief as the White House explores options to reduce diesel costs. With diesel prices climbing above $6.50 per gallon in many areas, the Trump administration is reportedly reviewing measures that could ease the burden on transportation and supply chains. One option under discussion is the federal diesel tax, currently around 24 cents per gallon. The move comes as high fuel costs continue to ripple through the economy, affecting everything from freight rates to grocery prices.


US Diesel prices surge to record highs 

President Trump says the US and Cuba will reach an agreement, telling reporters that military action would not be necessary. "We want to help Cuba," Trump said, striking a more diplomatic tone after months of mounting economic pressure on Havana, including a near-total oil embargo. We break down what Trump said, the backstory behind the tension, and what a potential deal could look like. Watch the full update.


Trump predicts a deal with Cuba: "We want to help" 

The Pentagon has quietly raised the number of U.S. service members wounded in the Iran war to 861, after adding 37 personnel to its public casualty database. The update includes 29 Navy sailors and eight Marines. The Pentagon database does not publicly explain when or how the newly added personnel were injured, while a Navy spokesperson said the 29 sailors have since returned to duty.


Iran war: US officials says actual military death toll may also be higher

U.S. President Donald Trump rolled out a high-profile welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping, drawing global attention and sparking debate about Washington's diplomatic priorities. The optics of the summit have prompted questions among observers about how the Trump administration engages strategic competitors while managing relationships with traditional allies. Supporters see the outreach as pragmatic diplomacy, while critics argue it sends mixed signals amid ongoing geopolitical competition between the world's two largest economies.


Trump's red carpet for Xi sparks questions about US diplomacy 

A powerful autumn storm is sweeping across the US Northeast, raising concerns over significant coastal flooding, strong winds and heavy rainfall. Forecasters warn that parts of the Mid-Atlantic coastline could face major flooding as high tides combine with storm-driven surges. Authorities are urging residents in vulnerable coastal communities to stay alert as the system moves through the region, threatening travel disruptions, beach erosion and localized flooding in several states.


Powerful Autumn storm threatens major coastal flooding across the US Northeast 

The United States and Iran appear headed for another round of high-stakes diplomacy, even as U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly rejected an Iranian proposal linked to the Strait of Hormuz. Reports suggest talks could take place next week despite the setback. Trump claimed Iran is "losing so badly" that it now wants a deal, highlighting the deep tensions that continue to shape relations between Washington and Tehran. 


US-Iran war: Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz proposal, reports suggest talks expected next week

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly seeking a phone call with Donald Trump after his references to the US-China wartime alliance during Xi Jinping’s White House visit sparked unease in Tokyo. The remarks have raised questions over Japan’s approach to ties with China.

Reports: Takaichi considering calling Trump after Xi's visit

U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, according to unnamed U.S. officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. The reported rejection came hours after Tehran unveiled its seven-day roadmap and days after Trump threatened to “annihilate” Iran at the UN General Assembly.

US-Iran war: Trump reportedly rejects Iran's 7-day ceasefire proposal 

A photo shared by US President Donald Trump on Truth Social following his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping is drawing scrutiny from digital forensics experts. Analysts have pointed to several inconsistencies between the image and authentic photos and video footage from the event, suggesting the picture may have been altered using AI tools. The controversy has reignited debate over the growing use of AI-generated and AI-edited imagery in political communication.


Trump-Xi summit photo sparks AI controversy as experts flag signs of digital alteration

With the Strait of Hormuz effectively blocked, Iran is quietly building a trade route around it. As maritime trade comes under pressure, Tehran has turned to land routes, and Turkey has emerged as a critical overland gateway. Imports through one Turkish crossing have surged, with hundreds of trucks now entering Iran daily. We break down how this workaround is holding up, and where its limits are. Watch the full breakdown.


Iran secretly bypasses the US Hormuz blockade through Turkey's land routes

The US Supreme Court has lifted restrictions on the Trump administration’s use of a federal database to identify voters suspected of being non-citizens. Critics have raised concerns over data reliability and the risk of eligible US citizens being wrongly removed from voter rolls.

Trump administration gains access to voter data

Reports say Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest peace plan, with doubts that Tehran will meet his demands. The plan, a seven-day proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, was reportedly offered through Qatar. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says Tehran is ready to implement it immediately. Reports also suggest Trump may resume bombing Iran after the midterm elections. We break down where talks stand and what could come next. Watch, and tell us your take.


US-Iran war: Reports suggest Trump skeptical Tehran will meet his demands 

Xi Jinping has wrapped up his three-day state visit to the US, departing Washington with a 21-gun salute. Trump and Xi agreed on what both sides are calling "strategic stability," building on the framework set during Trump's May visit to Beijing. Trump called the talks a step forward, saying the two sides made "great strides." The two leaders are set to meet again at the APEC and G20 summits later this year. Watch the full breakdown.


Trump-Xi summit: Trump says US-China talks made 'great strides'

Trump-Xi summit: Xi wraps up us visit with 21-gun salute as Trump, Xi lock in 'strategic stability'

Ottawa City Council has voted unanimously to remove Donald Trump’s name from “Trump Avenue” in the Canadian capital. The decision comes amid worsening Canada-U.S. tensions and a growing trade dispute, with Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe saying Trump has shown “hostility towards Canada.”


Canada capital moves to rename street as tensions with US rise

Although Iran has proposed a 7-day plan to end the war, it is also flexing its strength. Thousands of Iranians took part in a mass drill in Iran's Kerman province. Similarly, a massive motorcycle rally was held in Tehran.

Iran flexes muscle with mass mobilisation campaign, vows to resist US

CNN and MS NOW reportedly said their reporters were denied access to Chinese President Xi Jinping’s arrival for the state dinner. The incident has drawn attention to media access and press arrangements surrounding Xi’s high-profile U.S. visit and the Trump-Xi summit.

CNN, MS Now journalists back at white house 

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