As the war rages on in Ukraine, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is headed to Russia for a bilateral visit. He will be holding talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. WION in an exclusive conversation with Harsh V Pant, Head, ORF Strategic Studies Programme.

Indian EAM S Jaishankar heads to Russia for talks, Can India be a negotiator in Ukraine war?

The final countdown for the US midterm elections begin, the competition is heating up between the Democrats and the Republicans; swing state of Florida could be the kingmakers.

US midterm polls bring Biden vs Trump debate in the centre

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Monday ordered to register a case on the assassination bid on PTI supremo Imran Khan within 24 hours.

Pakistan SC directs police to register FIR of attack on PTI chief Imran Khan within 24 hours

Kherson is a southern state in Ukraine and these last eight months when the war has been underway, it has brought unprecedented changes in this region. The pro-Kremlin region has complained of no power, no water in the area.

Russia-Ukraine crisis | Pro-Kremlin leaders claim 'no power and water available'

Cape Town's one of the oldest settlement areas, the Bo-Kaap on the slopes of Signal Hill, was brought to stand still as thousands flocked to watch the Red Bull Box Cart race.

Red Bull Box Cart race brings thrills to Bo-Kaap in Cape Town

Heavy rains have battered northern Colombia and triggered landslides. Over 24 hours of heavy rains have destroyed at least 70 houses and forced the evacuation of many.

Heavy rains cause landslides in Colombia; 70 houses collapse, 82 families evacuated

As the war rages on in Ukraine, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is headed to Russia for a bilateral visit. He will be holding talks with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar heads to Russia for bilateral visit

UN Climate Summit has begun in Egypt and this year the focus is on implementation of climate goals. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has arrived in Egypt and is set to address the UN climate Summit.

UN Climate Summit: UK PM Rishi Sunak to address COP27 Summit

Twitter is now reaching out to thousands of employees who lost their jobs last week, the social media giant have now asked them to return.

Elon Musk's Twitter overhaul: Report says dozens who were laid off asked to return

As the situation gets tense in and around the Korean Peninsula, Japan is also taking some precautionary measures. The country has vowed to boost its military capacity, the statement comes as Tokyo holds a naval parade, a security plan is also on the works.

As Korean Peninsula tensions rise, PM Fumio Kishida vows to defend Japan with 'whatever needed'

China's exports and imports have unexpectedly contracted in October. Surging inflation and rising interest rates have hammered global demand while new covid-19 curbs at home disrupted output and consumption.

WION Business News | China's export growth unexpectedly contracts

The US has played a vital role in the war in Ukraine. They have made known their unflinching support for Kyiv.

US pushes Ukraine to let go of refusal to talk to Russia, war takes a toll on world economy

Russia’s wagner group, the once secretive, private militia controlled by the Russian oligarchy has now opened the military technology centre in St. Petersburg.

Wagner group opens Defence Tech Centre in St. Petersburg, step towards making policies public

China's 'zero Covid' regime has saved many lives but has also slowed the country's economy. It has exacerbated the supply chain disruptions and kept millions under lockdown for months.

China: Officials to refine 'Zero-Covid' policy, pledge to avoid excessive disruptions to public life

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has survived the assassination attempt on him and is now said to be in a stable condition. After the assassination, Khan has made some pretty startling allegations. Watch the video to know more about it.

Pakistan | Imran: Shehbaz Sharif involved in attack plot; PM Sharif calls for probe

Saudi Arabia celebrates Halloween. Revellers in costume walk down Riyadh's boulevard. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Saudi Arabia celebrates Halloween

Lebanon is without a president and has a caretaker cabinet. What does this mean for the nation? Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Explainer of Lebanon's political crisis

Saudi Arabia has shared information with the U.S. about a possible Iranian attack on Saudi oil production facilities. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | U.S. concerned about threat of Iranian attack on Saudi Arabia

The use of Iranian drones has been a hot topic of debate in the war on Ukraine. Kyiv in the Western nations have in fact accused Tehran of supplying drones to Russia which Iran has denied. But for the very first ever, Iran's Foreign Minister has acknowledged publicly that Tehran did supply drones to Russia, but it did that before the war started.

Iran's Foreign Minister admits to sending drones to Russia, admission comes after repeated denials

Amid growing tensions between Taiwan and China, Senior Chinese officers said that the people's Liberation Army must be on full-time standby for the war.

China-Taiwan Tensions: 'Must be committed to crush attempts of foreign interference

Protests continue in Iran despite an ultimatum by the commander of Iran's revolutionary guard. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Iran's protests show no sign of dying down

Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return as Israel's Prime Minister. He's expected to head the most right-wing government in Israel's history. Ghadi Francis tells you more on The West Asia Post.

The West Asia Post | Netanyahu to head Israel's most right-wing government?

As the US midterms draw close, two former and current US Presidents, Donald Trump, Barack Obama and Joe Biden took their campaign to the key state of Pennsylvania.

US Midterm Elections | Biden: It is a choice between two vastly different visions of US

Since taking over Twitter, Elon Musk has recommended a slew of changes on the microblogging site and in the latest Musk is now preparing to roll out a feature that would cost users money if they want to send direct messages to well-known public personalities on the network.

Elon Musk to introduce a new feature on Twitter, UN urges CEO to ensure respect of human rights

Former Pakistan PM and PTI chief Imran Khan addressed the nation following an assassination attempt on his life during party’s long march rally against the government on Thursday. Khan said that he already knew that he will be attacked and later four shots were fired at him.

Pakistan Army rejects Imran Khan‘s allegations; latter insists on naming the officer in his FIR

UK is battling a cost of living crisis. Amid this, nurses across the country have taken their first national action over paid dispute. They voted to go on a strike.

UK: Nurses likely to strike before Christmas, to disrupt operations and appointments

Saudi Arabia recently told the U.S that Iran might attack the Arab Kingdom. US said it's "concerned" and warned it will not hesitate to respond if necessary. U.S just vowed to respond for Saudi Arabia, the same country that it threatened recently for cutting down oil production? What is going on between U.S. and Saudi Arabia? Are they friends? Are they foes? Let’s talk about U.S. – Saudi ties: why they can’t live with or without each other.

US - Saudi: Can't live with, Can't live without

The controversy surrounding a gun attack on former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan continues to deepen. Imran's party has alleged that the police has been reluctant to register an FIR over the incident.

Attack on Imran: Still no FIR over Wazirabad shooting incident, police deny allegations

The United Nations Annual Meeting on climate, the Cop27 summit is all set to begin in just a few hours. The world leaders of more than 120 countries will assemble at an Egyptian resort.

Cop27 Summit: US wants China back on negotiation table, ‘loss and damage payments’ to dominate

Ace Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is back after 14 years with a new film. This time with a romantic comedy 'What's Love Got To Do With It'. The film has been making quite some noise at international film festivals. WION spoke to the filmmaker who told us why he is not seen in the Indian film circuit and what is going wrong with Bollywood.

Exclusive | Shekhar Kapur: Bollywood films not working because they are not rooted in their culture

Exclusive | Shekhar Kapur: Bollywood films not working because they are not rooted

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