News Archives for World - 2026-11-05

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USA

Melania Trump brings together officials from Ukraine, Russia

Russian envoy Dmitriev attends the White House, marking the first US-Russia contact since the midterm elections

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:39pm

Europe

Putin will not attend Britain's G20 summit, UK PM Burnham saysre

UK PM Burnham stated Putin will not attend the G20 summit in Britain, citing ongoing sanctions against the Russian President

Published 05 Nov, 2026 07:41pm

Stocks

Most Gulf equities gain on easing Iran fears after US midterms, earnings

Saudi Arabia’s benchmark stock index gained 0.6%

Published 05 Nov, 2026 06:47pm

Middle East

Iran's foreign minister discusses 'latest progress' in diplomatic efforts with Saudi, Qatari counterparts

Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are advancing diplomatic efforts to secure regional stability and peace through ongoing discussions

Published 05 Nov, 2026 06:44pm

South Asia

India in final-stage talks to expand missile sale to Philippines, sources say

India is set to expand its BrahMos supersonic missile sales to the Philippines, a move that will significantly boost Manila's defense capabilities

Published 05 Nov, 2026 04:21pm

Europe

Bomb alerts force flights to land in France, Bulgaria, Belgium

Several European airliners were forced into unplanned landings due to bomb threats, continuing a trend of security alerts impacting air travel

Published 05 Nov, 2026 03:58pm

Middle East

Saudi Arabia issues warning of potential danger in Yanbu oil hub

Saudi Arabia’s civil defence issued an alert on Thursday warning of potential danger in Yanbu Governorate

Published 05 Nov, 2026 02:45pm

USA

Republicans call for Trump to change course after midterm drubbing

Veteran Republican strategist John Feehery called the results a 'huge disaster' for Trump

Published 05 Nov, 2026 02:26pm

Middle East

Iran's IRGC says two tankers and tugboat caught fire in Strait of Hormuz

One tanker struck a mine while attempting to cross a passage south of the strait

Published 05 Nov, 2026 12:43pm

Asia

China looks forward to deeper North Korea ties, Xinhua reports

China looks forward to deeper and more practical development of ties

Published 05 Nov, 2026 12:30pm

Asia

North Korea says EU should 'mind its own business' on human rights, KCNA reports

North Korea's UN mission pointed to protests and alleged police violence in European cities, including Paris and Brussels

Published 05 Nov, 2026 12:27pm

Asia

South Korea finance minister vows to monitor AI policy changes after US midterm elections

The government will also monitor changes in US tariff policies and developments in Middle East conflicts

Published 05 Nov, 2026 12:16pm

Europe

Russian drones injure three in Ukraine's Dnipro, governor says

Russia and Ukraine deny deliberately targeting civilians

Published 05 Nov, 2026 12:14pm

USA

Democratic victories bring historic breakthroughs for women and minorities

Democrats flipped control of both the House of Representatives and Senate while winning key statewide races, delivering a series of milestone victories

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:28am

USA

Democrats gain influence over trade agenda, but tariff repeals to hit Trump veto wall

Democrats have expressed a desire to rescind some of the archaic trade laws ⁠that Trump has used to impose tariff

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:13am

Asia

South Korea to expand anti-piracy unit operations closer to Strait of Hormuz

The Cheonghae unit has been stationed in the Gulf of Aden since 2009 to ensure safe navigation of commercial vessels

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:06am

USA

How Democrats expanded the map and won rural America

Democrats flipped House, Senate ‌and gubernatorial seats in rural Republican strongholds including in Iowa, Kansas, Texas and Wisconsin

Published 05 Nov, 2026 08:00am

World

Trump says Republicans harmed by Iran war

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the Iran war has been worth it despite acknowledging its role...