South Africa’s DA party quits ‘national dialogue’ initiative
The leader of the party, John Steenhuisen, said the initiative was a 'waste of time and money'.
DR Congo-Rwanda peace deal met with scepticism in rebel-held city
Critics of the agreement have questioned whether it is thorough enough and will be able to bring peace.
Pope Leo say Ukraine has been ‘martyred’ in ‘senseless war’ – Crux | Taking the Catholic Pulse
- Pope Leo say Ukraine has been ‘martyred’ in ‘senseless war’ Crux | Taking the Catholic Pulse
- Pope to Ukrainian Greek Catholics: 'Your faith is being put to the test' Vatican News
- Zelenskyy responds to Pope's message about Ukraine's suffering Українська правда
- McDonald's to open 10 new restaurants in Ukraine this year, NYT reports The Kyiv Independent
- Official Badge for the Jubilee of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in the Vatican — Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica for the Liturgy Українська Греко-Католицька Церква
‘Momentum Is Slipping’: Russia’s Summer Offensive Is Losing Steam – Despite Record Attacks – Kyiv Post
- ‘Momentum Is Slipping’: Russia’s Summer Offensive Is Losing Steam – Despite Record Attacks Kyiv Post
- Russia’s summer offensive in Ukraine underwhelms – but Kyiv won’t be celebrating CNN
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 28, 2025 Institute for the Study of War
- ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 27, 2025 Kyiv Post
- Russia’s summer offensive stalls The Telegraph
Why manufacturing consent for war with Iran failed this time
Americans still have fresh memories of the death and destruction of the previous US imperial adventure in the region.
Greece names new ministers after high-level resignations over farm scandal – politico.eu
- Greece names new ministers after high-level resignations over farm scandal politico.eu
- 5 Greek government officials resign over EU farming subsidy fraud allegations AP News
- Greek migration minister resigns citing EU subsidy probe Reuters
- A hard-liner follows a fellow right-winger as head of Greece's migration and asylum ministry ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Opposition parties slam the government over the OPEKEPE scandal eKathimerini.com
‘Hey Daddy’: How different world leaders massage Trump’s ego
Does Trump’s personal relationship with world leaders have any bearing on his policies towards their countries?
Saturday night protests resume after two-week hiatus due to war with Iran – The Times of Israel
- Saturday night protests resume after two-week hiatus due to war with Iran The Times of Israel
- Live updates: Iran holds state funerals and Israeli protesters demand Gaza ceasefire CNN
- Gaza offensive will soon ‘reach the lines’ set by the government, says IDF chief The Times of Israel
- Ceasefire in Iran gives rise to new calls for a deal to end Gaza war The Washington Post
- There Is Only One Way to End the Gaza War and Prevent Future Bloodbaths Haaretz
France to ban smoking in public places to protect children – Euronews.com
- France to ban smoking in public places to protect children Euronews.com
- Can France, land of smoking and joie de vivre, end its cigarette habit? The Washington Post
- France implements smoking ban at beaches and parks in step towards ‘tobacco-free generation’ The Guardian
- France to ban smoking in parks, beaches, and near schools AP News
- France: Smoking ban on beaches goes into effect DW
Marilyn Manson Brighton concert cancelled after pressure from campaigners
Venue drops gig under pressure from campaigners and local MP, who said show was against ‘city’s values’
Heavy metal star Marilyn Manson, has had the first UK concert of his One Assassination Under God Tour cancelled after pressure from campaign groups and an MP.
The first leg of the tour was due to kick off at the Brighton Centre on Wednesday, 29 October. Ticketmaster have since informed customers that the event will no longer go ahead as planned and they will be refunded.
Continue reading...China to stay cautious as Iran seeks aid amid US, Israel clashes: Mideast expert – South China Morning Post
- China to stay cautious as Iran seeks aid amid US, Israel clashes: Mideast expert South China Morning Post
- China’s Relationship With the World After the Israel-Iran War Time Magazine
- China's heavy reliance on Iranian oil imports Reuters
- Beijing, a longtime friend of Tehran, turns to cautious diplomacy in Iran’s war with Israel AP News
- Why is China so concerned about Israel-Iran tensions? NPR
It’s Easy to Say “End the Regime,” but Who Would Replace It?’ – Haaretz
- It's Easy to Say "End the Regime," but Who Would Replace It?' Haaretz
- Obliterated? Damaged? Inoperable? What's known about Iran's nuclear facilities NPR
- Experts Agree: Iran’s Nuclear Facilities Have Been Obliterated The White House (.gov)
- The Right Path to Regime Change in Iran Foreign Affairs
- What is the psychology behind Donald Trump’s negotiations with Iran? The Jerusalem Post
Amid War With Israel, Iran Pursues Enemies From Within – The New York Times
- Amid War With Israel, Iran Pursues Enemies From Within The New York Times
- Tehran is coming back to life, but its residents are deeply shaken BBC
- More and more people returning to Tehran but fear remains rife Yahoo
- Iranians rattled by Israeli strikes as cash runs short and fear spikes The Washington Post
- Paris's Iranian diaspora debates war, mullahs and 'what comes next' at city bookshop Le Monde.fr
Death toll rises after Pakistan hit by flash floods and heavy rains
Flash floods and roof collapses over past 36 hours have claimed 19 lives, increasing total toll to 32, authorities say.
At least 32 people killed as flash floods hit northern Pakistan
Family dies in Swat River, with witnesses saying they waited to be rescued for more than an hour
At least 32 people have been killed in Pakistan in recent flash flooding caused by heavy rains, including a family of tourists who died after being swept away by flood waters while apparently awaiting rescue.
Videos of the family stranded on a small piece of land as the raging Swat River in northern Pakistan swept them away were shared widely on social media, prompting anger towards the provincial government as witnesses said the family waited helplessly for more than an hour.
Continue reading...Trump on a high after ‘tremendous’ wins at home and abroad
The US president's week began with an angry outburst but ended with him celebrating four major political victories.
Trump on a high after ‘tremendous’ wins at home and abroad
The US president's week began with an angry outburst but ended with him celebrating four major political victories.
Netanyahu hopes for boost from Iran conflict – but do Israelis still trust him?
Israel's prime minister may be contemplating an early election, but he still faces corruption charges.
Netanyahu hopes for boost from Iran conflict – but do Israelis still trust him?
Israel's prime minister may be contemplating an early election, but he still faces corruption charges.
With a series of wars, Israel’s military reshapes the Mideast – NPR
- With a series of wars, Israel's military reshapes the Mideast NPR
- Opinion | I Detest Netanyahu, but on Some Things He’s Actually Right The New York Times
- A changed Middle East brings vindication for Netanyahu but comes at a cost for Israel AP News
- Israel’s hollow victory New Statesman
- How Blunders by Hamas and the Ayatollah Regime Enabled Netanyahu's Iran Offensive Haaretz