The United States has granted a six-month extension to the sanctions waiver for India's Chabahar port in Iran. This crucial development allows India continued access to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. The port's importance for India's economic ties with Afghanistan is highlighted amidst evolving regional dynamics.

Allahabad High Court acquitted four men, including two Pakistani nationals, of terrorism charges in a 2007 attack that killed eight CRPF personnel. The court cited prosecution's failure to prove culpability beyond reasonable doubt, instead convicting them under the Arms Act and sentencing them to 10 years rigorous imprisonment. Families of victims expressed anger and disbelief at the verdict.

The BBC has allegedly continued its operations in Azerbaijan after having its license suspended Read Full Article at RT.com

The ghosts of the Cuban Missile Crisis are back, this time haunting Ukraine, Venezuela, and Washington’s divided politics Read Full Article at RT.com

Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken has said his “wipe Moscow off the map” comment should be seen in light of NATO’s deterrence doctrine Read Full Article at RT.com

The FBI has had its probes slowed down due to the lack of funds for operational needs linked to the shutdown, Reuters has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Tehran blocked most foreign messengers in 2018, arguing they were used to incite violence in anti-government protests Read Full Article at RT.com

Doctors in Montreal are prescribing music as medicine.

Residents of The Yarrow in East Vancouver say their landlord, Realstar Group, made false accusations when it sent them letters threatening to evict them for discussing issues in a tenants' Facebook group. The company has since apologized.

It came amid claims the Chancellor could be forced to hand back tens of thousands of pounds to tenants after renting out her family home without a rental licence.

The Krambúðin convenience store in Urriðaholt, Garðabær, will offer customers a 50% discount on all products starting tomorrow, with the exception of nicotine and tobacco. The store will then close permanently once its stock has been sold out.

Campaign group Republic says it has instructed lawyers to investigate the Duke of York and, if appropriate, press ahead with legal proceedings.

“This car wouldn’t give him any room. Then the driver just started bumping into him,” says Pétur Jóhannesson in an interview with mbl.is. He witnessed the altercation between a cyclist and a driver near Spöngin today and captured the incident on video, which can be seen below.

RIYADH: The fourth edition of the EV Auto Show opened at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on Monday, highlighting the full spectrum of green mobility options. As Saudi Arabia accelerates towards its Vision 20103 smart mobility targets, new market research from PwC Middle East shows 40 percent of the country’s consumers are considering buying an electric vehicle in the next three years.

RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met global leaders on Monday evening on the sidelines of the ninth Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, which runs until Oct. 30. The crown prince welcomed the presidents of Kosovo, Guyana, Bulgaria, Mauritania and Rwanda, as well as the prime ministers of Pakistan, Montenegro and Albania, who are attending the three-day conference, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

RIYADH: When the yellow, blue and red ribbon was cut, a new era of diplomatic relations was born as Colombian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Rayan El-Barkachi Aboutrabi marked the opening of the first Colombian Embassy in the Kingdom on Monday night. “It’s about becoming closer with one another as governments and further developing relations, as well as for the Colombian people and the Saudi people to come closer together,” the ambassador told Arab News.

RIYADH: Doctors who were granted premium residency status in Saudi Arabia praised the benefits of the scheme at an event in Riyadh on Monday. Speaking to Arab News at the Global Health Exhibition, Dr. Seham Othman Omar, an associate consultant in pediatric cardiology at the National Guard Hospital in Riyadh, said: “The premium residency has many benefits, including freedom of movement.” She added that the premium residency gave her greater flexibility over where she worked, which allowed her to treat patients “in many hospitals, and in many cities.”

LONDON: Saudi Arabia’s UN ambassador received the 2025 Spirit of the UN Award in the Diplomat Category on Monday for his contributions to multilateralism, dialogue, peace promotion and international cooperation. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil was elected in June as vice president of the General Assembly and has assumed positions including chairing the Commission on the Status of Women this year. “This recognition is a tribute to the enduring principles of multilateralism and the shared commitment of the international community to peace, dialogue and cooperation,” he said on X.

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Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council's five-year term concluded without any announcement of fresh elections or its future status. This has sparked concerns among regional leaders, who view the delay as detrimental to democracy, especially following recent violent protests demanding Sixth Schedule status and statehood.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah urged newly elected Rajya Sabha members from the National Conference to vigorously advocate for Jammu and Kashmir's political rights in Delhi. He cautioned them against losing their voice, citing past instances. Abdullah expressed confidence that the three NC members would champion the restoration of statehood and constitutional rights, addressing internal party dissent regarding unfulfilled promises.

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A Lucknow court convicted a woman for a false SC/ST Act complaint, sentencing her to 3.5 years in jail. The ruling stated compensation under the Act will only be considered after a chargesheet and prima facie case, not just FIR registration. This aims to curb misuse of the law for financial gain.

Ce jeudi 30 octobre 2025, deuxième étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a : le mythique parcours Raiatea-Taha'a sur 27 kilomètres. Courte mais impitoyable, cette étape technique teste l'endurance et la tactique des équipages. La plus redoutée de la course se suit en direct, avec couverture terre, mer et ciel.

Beijing has agreed to ease rare earth export controls in exchange for lowered tariffs and restrictions from Washington Read Full Article at RT.com

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The move could keep food assistance flowing despite the federal government shutdown.

Independents hold Trump and Republicans responsible for the shutdown by a 2-to-1 margin, according to a poll conducted by The Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos.

A tense hostage situation in Mumbai's Powai concluded with police shooting Rohit Arya, who held 17 children and two adults captive. Arya, claiming he only wanted a conversation, was shot after allegedly attempting to harm the children with an air gun. He later died in hospital. Police successfully rescued all hostages.

Israel reportedly secure unrestricted access to Google and Amazon’s cloud services and made them notify it about data requests from abroad Read Full Article at RT.com