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Trump rules out new attack on Iran until after midterms as oil prices spike

Trump rules out new attack on Iran until after midterms as oil prices spike US President Donald Trump on Thursday ruled out new attacks on Iran until after the November mid-term elections, following several reports that Washington is gearing up for a new round of escalation. "We are having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. "We will not be attacking Iran at any time prior to the midterm elections to be held in the United States on…

Middle East EyeOctober 9, 2026

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Key takeaways from US Senate debate in Michigan between El-Sayed, Rogers

Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers are locked in a toss-up race for the US Senate.

Al Jazeera EnglishOctober 9, 2026

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Far-right influencer shows Israel's coarse political turn

Sporting a baseball cap and brandishing his smartphone like a weapon, Mordechai David dedicates his time to filming people against their will. On a recent day, his target was the family of an Israeli filmmaker whose documentary "NAZA", which won plaudits at the Venice Film Festival, severely criticises Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza. "You are not welcome!" he shouted in a megaphone as he livestreamed footage of dozens of fellow demonstrators outside the home of the parents of Rachel Szor, who co-directed the film with Yuval Abraham.

Al-MonitorOctober 9, 2026

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Protests, debate follow death of Maricarmen, 87, Spain protest symbol

Thousands of protesters honour Maricarmen Abascal's life, while tributes in Spanish parliament spark debate.

Al Jazeera EnglishOctober 9, 2026

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Trump online: A burst of anti-Somali and anti-Muslim rhetoric

Arab NewsOctober 9, 2026

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Third-place finisher in Brazil election endorses Flavio Bolsonaro for runoff against Lula

Arab NewsOctober 9, 2026

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Brazilian judge issues arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro, brother of a presidential candidate

Arab NewsOctober 8, 2026

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Rubio refuses to comment on Guilfoyle allegations

Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, declined to comment on allegations against Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle involving potential misconduct before her appointment.

Arab NewsOctober 8, 2026

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India’s ‘cockroach’ movement says members detained as protests continue

India's opposition and student-led CJP movement demand election chief's resignation, plan mass demonstration Saturday.

Al Jazeera EnglishOctober 8, 2026

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Why Morocco is deepening ties with Israel despite public anger

As Morocco furthers normalisation with Israel, recent protests show an enduring divide between widespread Palestine solidarity and the kingdom’s foreign policy.

The New ArabOctober 8, 2026

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Army finds systemic failures behind DC midair collision and calls for safety fixes

The US Army identified systemic failures leading to a midair collision near Washington, D.C., and recommended preventative measures to avert future incidents. The report noted lapses by air traffic control and acknowledged the Army’s own shortcomings.

Arab NewsOctober 8, 2026

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Israeli elections: Grotesque court spectacle sets a chilling precedent

Ruling to uphold the disqualification of Balad leader Sami Abu Shehadeh shows the true face of our 'democracy'

Middle East EyeOctober 8, 2026

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Colombian embassy to open in Jerusalem, Israeli FM says

Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella had promised closer ties with Israel on the campaign trail.

Al Jazeera EnglishOctober 8, 2026

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Trump rules out attack on Iran before midterm elections | The National

President says US having ‘productive discussions’ with Tehran as blockade of Strait of Hormuz remains in place

The NationalOctober 8, 2026

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Yemeni foreign minister: Goal is to end Houthi coup in Yemen

Arab NewsOctober 8, 2026

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UK: Burnham faces challenge from Greens in Starmer’s old seat

Voters are heading to the polls in the London constituency of Holborn and St Pancras for a by-election hotly contested between Labour and the Green Party

The New ArabOctober 8, 2026

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EU parliament calls for Muslim Brotherhood terror listings | The National

Vote by MEPs asks EU member states to list individuals and organisations linked to the Brotherhood

The NationalOctober 8, 2026

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Turkiye to submit draft fund liquidation bill to parliament soon, lawmaker says

Arab NewsOctober 8, 2026