PUK leader Talabani withdraws from regional government, deals blow to Kurds globally
The rupture could unravel the semi-autonomous region, which Iraq’s 2005 constitution recognized as a federal entity with strong US backing.
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Analysis-Midterms upended Congress but Trump still commands foreign policy
By Matt Spetalnick WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The Republican Party's staggering losses at the ballot box this week have left President Donald Trump diminished in Washington and facing tougher legislative oversight and scrutiny of his agenda. But on foreign policy, he could
Why China stands to gain from Trump's midterm drubbing
Beijing can now portray its diplomatic backing, purchases of Iranian oil and provision of dual-use technology as having helped Iran withstand a war that has exacted a political price from the US president.
McIlroy hit with two-shot penalty as Laporta leads in Abu Dhabi
Rory McIlroy incurred a two-stroke penalty at the end of his opening round at the Abu Dhabi Championship on Thursday for a rules infringement, with Italy's Francesco Laporta storming into the lead. Officials ruled that McIlroy improved his lie on the 12th hole when he appeared
Immigrant shopkeepers in Germany launch strike against far right
Immigrant shopkeepers in the eastern German city of Halle, fearful for their future after the virulently anti-immigrant AfD party scored a landslide victory in recent regional elections, staged a one-day strike Thursday. "Because of the AfD and the racism -- well, I just can't
Ukraine's Zelenskiy appeals for energy infrastructure aid at Madrid summit
MADRID, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Ukrainian PresidentVolodymyr Zelenskiy appealed to the Ibero-American Summit on Thursday to help his country rebuild and maintain its war-damaged energy infrastructure, calling for urgent supplies of transformers, cables, generators and other
Tankers hit in Hormuz as Iran keeps up pressure after US vote
DUBAI, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Iran reported three more tankers had been damaged in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, making clear that shipping would remain in peril as long as the war in the Gulf is unresolved, now that US voters have punished President Donald Trump for waging it.
Putin met Iranian security council chief Rezaei in Moscow
MOSCOW, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin met Iranian security council chief Mohsen Rezaei at the Kremlin, the president's office said on Thursday. Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov and military intelligence chief Igor Kostyukov were also present in the
Iran's security chief discusses regional, bilateral affairs with Putin
MOSCOW, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin met Iranian top security official Mohsen Rezaei at the Kremlin, Iran's state media reported on Thursday, after Iranian negotiators met with mediators to discuss proposals to end hostilities with the US. Rezaei delivered
UK government defends Palestine Action ban in Supreme Court
A UK government lawyer on Thursday defended before Britain's highest court the banning of Palestine Action as a "terrorist" organisation, insisting that it was not a "non-violent protest group". Palestine Action was proscribed in July 2025 after a string of protests targeting
Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the international stage
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he was retiring from international football at the age of 41.
Arab parties' backing gives Eisenkot edge over Netanyahu for PM: What to know
With 67 Knesset members backing his candidacy, Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot could win the mandate to form the next government.
Costa Rica's Grynspan extends lead in UNSG poll as Nusseibeh places fourth
The Costa Rican candidate received 12 encourage votes in Thursday's UN Security Council straw poll.
What’s next for Ronaldo at Al Nassr after Portugal farewell?
The Portuguese superstar is signed to the Saudi side Al Nassr until 2027, but the Yemen war is impacting the sport in the kingdom.
What’s next for Cristiano Ronaldo after retirement from Portugal team?
The Portuguese superstar is signed to the Saudi side Al Nassr until 2027, but the Yemen war is impacting the sport in the kingdom.
Strike or deal? What the midterms mean for Iran and Trump's next move
Democrats' sweeping midterm victory has thrust the U.S. and Iran into a race against time. After Congress changes hands, Middle East leaders will have two Washingtons to deal with
For 20 years, this unlikely Israeli-Palestinian alliance has been defying the odds
The founders of Combatants for Peace aren't sure whether their 'avant-garde' movement is growing or shrinking as it enters its third decade. But they know there's still much work to be done
Massie renews Hegseth impeachment push as GOP blames Iran war for midterm losses
Most Democrats and at least a few Republicans are said to support impeaching Hegseth, but President Donald Trump still publicly backs the beleaguered Pentagon chief, and House leadership can still try to prevent a vote on Rep. Massie's measure.
Russia to provide Iran with 90 missile launchers as military ties grow: Reports
Multiple recent reports reveal increased Russian support for Iran, including weapons and intelligence sharing.
Can Erdogan’s Baku visit fix Turkey-Azerbaijan rift?
A dispute over religious dress in schools has exposed deeper tensions between the two allies, with energy, arms sales, Israel and financial interests adding to the strain.
Turkey says soldier killed by gunfire from Iran at border: What to know
Turkey said a soldier was killed by suspected gunfire from Iran, as Ankara seeks closer cooperation with Tehran on border security.
Suez Canal revenue jumps 94% despite Houthi Red Sea threats
The Suez Canal Authority's chairman said that the waterway was witnessing “a remarkable improvement despite the geopolitical challenges in the region.”
Jordanian officer killed in Amman stabbing, suspect arrested, security agency says
DUBAI, Nov 5 (Reuters) - A Jordanian security officer was killed and another was wounded in a stabbing attack in Amman on Thursday, Jordan's Public Security Directorate said, adding that the suspect had been arrested. The attack took place near the Sri Lankan embassy, it said.
Netanyahu's position weakens as ultra-Orthodox party withholds support
By Maayan Lubell and Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu's position in the post-election battle to stay on as Israel's prime minister weakened on Thursday after an ultra-Orthodox Jewish party withheld support for any nominee and an Arab-led party
Netanyahu's position weakens as rival secures broad backing to try to form government
By Maayan Lubell and Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Benjamin Netanyahu's position in the post-election battle to stay on as Israel's prime minister weakened on Thursday after an ultra-Orthodox Jewish party withheld support for any nominee and two Arab-led
Midterms over, Democrats plunge into wide-open 2028 presidential race
By Tim Reid WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - With the US midterms over, Democrats are turning to what could become one of their most crowded and unpredictable presidential primaries in decades, a 2028 contest likely to expose the party's divide over how to win back the White House.
Eisenkot tipped to seek Israel government with backing of Arab lists
Israel's largest Arab list on Thursday said it would back Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government, bolstering his chances of being picked over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who lost the support of an allied religious party. President Isaac Herzog was holding a second
Eisenkot tipped to seek Israel government as religious party drops Netanyahu
Gadi Eisenkot emerged on Thursday as the favourite to be tasked with trying to form an Israeli government as a religious party long aligned with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declined to recommend him. President Isaac Herzog was holding a second day of consultations with
Turkey's Erdogan says he wants to discuss ending Russia-Ukraine war with Putin after talks with Zelenskiy
ANKARA, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he wanted to speak to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss efforts to end the war in Ukraine, after talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Saturday. Speaking to reporters on a return
Erdogan says Turkey-Azerbaijan ties can overcome all obstacles amid growing tensions
ANKARA, Nov 5 (Reuters) - President Tayyip Erdogan said he believed ties between Turkey and Azerbaijan could overcome all obstacles and he would visit Baku on November 8, after tensions in recent weeks between the historic allies over regional and domestic policies. Last week,
'They competed in cruelty': Palestinian doctor recalls 127 days in Israeli prison
Dr. Mazen Rantisi, a family physician from Ramallah, was released after 127 days in prison. He was convicted of membership in the Union of Medical Committees – an unlawful association. 'At night, they turn the light on and off every half hour'
'Staff members competed to see who could be crueler': Palestinian doctor recalls 127 days in Israeli prison
Dr. Mazen Rantisi, a family physician from Ramallah, was released after 127 days in prison. He was convicted of membership in the Union of Medical Committees – an unlawful association. 'At night, they turn the light on and off every half hour'
'Staff competed in cruelty': Palestinian doctor recalls 127 days of abuse in Israeli prison
Dr. Mazen Rantisi, a family physician from Ramallah, was released after 127 days in prison. He was convicted of membership in the Union of Medical Committees – an unlawful association. 'At night, they turn the light on and off every half hour'
Trump's political humbling signals short-term gain, long-term pain for China
By Mei Mei Chu and Nicoco Chan BEIJING, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The midterm drubbing of Donald Trump's Republicans maystrengthen China's hand in trade talks with Washington, but Beijing is unlikely to revel in the misfortunes of a US president whose successor could prove less
In a frontline Lebanese orphanage, girls strive for a normal life
By Zohra Bensemra, Raghed Waked and Maya Gebeily TEBNIN, Lebanon, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Deep in war-ravaged southern Lebanon, just a few hundred metres from territory occupied by Israeli troops, Inaya Sultan is trying very hard to be a normal 13-year-old. She makes beaded bracelets
Analysis-Trump's political humbling signals short-term gain, long-term pain for China
By Mei Mei Chu and Nicoco Chan BEIJING, Nov 5 (Reuters) - The midterm drubbing of Donald Trump's Republicans maystrengthen China's hand in trade talks with Washington, but Beijing is unlikely to revel in the misfortunes of a US president whose successor could prove less
Gaza turns rubble into power with homemade wind turbines
Above a maze of tents in a crowded displacement camp in Gaza, homemade wind turbines made from scrap metal and salvaged debris spin in the sea breeze, bringing electricity to struggling Palestinians. In the southern Khan Yunis camp, Kamal Al-Dabary, a former engineering
South Korea to expand anti-piracy unit operations closer to Strait of Hormuz
SEOUL, Nov 5 (Reuters) - South Korea plans to expand the operations of its anti-piracy Cheonghae unit to waters closer to the Strait of Hormuz, the Defence Ministry said, following pressure from US President Donald Trump to provide support for the war in Iran. The government