American businessman, investor, and government official; Ivanka Trump’s husband; former senior adviser to Donald Trump
A US-backed Board of Peace has presented a six-month, $2.45bn, 66-project plan to begin Gaza's reconstruction, but implementation has not started. The plan depends on Hamas disarming, Israeli cooperation and major donor funding that remains unpaid. Israeli forces continue to control much of the Strip and aid and movement restrictions are persisting.
Iran has insisted the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets seven conditions drawn from the Islamabad memorandum, while indirect talks arranged by Qatar have produced a US reply. Tehran is continuing to target vessels in the waterway and to warn of stronger military responses if the US resumes large-scale attacks. (07 Oct 2026)
Josh Kushner has issued his first public statement on the collapsed FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal, saying he still supports its aims but would not have invested had he known how the process would unfold. UEFA has filed US court papers seeking document production and depositions from Kushner and Thrive as it prepares possible criminal mismanagement claims against FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Israeli special forces have conducted a raid in western Gaza City that has resulted in the capture of a senior Hamas security official and multiple strikes across the area. Palestinian authorities and hospitals have reported deaths and injuries, including children, while Israeli officials say the operation targeted a senior internal-security figure tied to past attacks.
Ukraine has warned airlines and insurers that expanding Ukrainian drone strikes have made Russian airspace unsafe for civilian flights. President Volodymyr Zelensky has said Ukraine is not targeting civilian aircraft but that "drone‑infested skies" require airlines to rethink routings. Moscow has called the warning "state terrorism" and pledged to protect airports and keep services running.
Defence Minister Katz has stated that there is no real solution for Gaza without migration, saying Israel is prepared to relocate Gazans by sea, air, and other means. The idea is being discussed as part of a broader debate over displacement, with international concern growing over humanitarian conditions in Gaza and the West Bank.
Zelensky has welcomed renewed diplomacy as US envoys Witkoff and Kushner engage with Kyiv and Moscow. The talks aim to revive a trilateral process, with Kyiv pressing for a negotiated settlement and Moscow signaling cautious openness. No breakthrough has been announced, and the conflict continues into the winter.
Developments show US envoys Witkoff and Kushner are engaging Moscow and Kyiv to push for a diplomatic end to the Ukraine war, while attacks persist. Zelensky signals openness to negotiations as Washington presses for a settlement; Kyiv remains cautious on terms.
The Qatar-donated Boeing 747-8i, serving as Air Force One, has faced scrutiny over its defensive capabilities after reports of covert aircraft swaps and security upgrades. Officials say upgrades are planned to ensure a safe, secure, and reliable capability for the President, while critics question the ethics of the gift.
Envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow to revive talks aimed at ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Despite weekend diplomacy, Moscow and Kyiv show deep gaps on terms. Ukraine halts airstrikes during the visit; Russia has escalated strikes elsewhere.
President Donald Trump has spoken by phone for one hour with Vladimir Putin after US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner visited Moscow and Kyiv. The Kremlin has said both leaders discussed possible steps to end the war in Ukraine and praised the envoys' diplomacy, while Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities have resumed.
The AfD has surged in Saxony-Anhalt, threatening to win an outright majority in the state election. CDU trails and coalition dynamics loom as parties weigh their options in the wake of a results shock that could reshape Germany’s political landscape.
Kushner and Witkoff have travelled from Moscow to Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian officials and other European representatives. They have met Zelensky and stressed security guarantees as crucial for a post-war peace. Attacks continue on front lines as fighting remains active.
The U.S. is escalating pressure over Iran’s nuclear program amid ongoing Gulf tensions. Officials have signaled that military actions may degrade Iran’s capabilities if diplomacy fails, while combat in the region continues and energy markets respond to the disruption of supplies.
The US-backed Plan for Gaza’s post-war governance has progressed in principle, with a 6-month recovery program outlining 71 projects. But Israeli opposition and political dynamics ahead of October elections are delaying disarmament and broader reforms; smaller projects to repair critical infrastructure are moving forward.
The article reports that US envoys are pursuing a new path to end the war with Russia, with Kyiv and European partners seeking significant military and energy support for the winter. Trilateral talks and pauses in strikes are discussed, along with new proposals from Washington and ongoing Ukrainian defenses.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has faced renewed scrutiny as FairSquare’s complaints persist, with European bodies pressing for transparency and a fresh external review of the FFE plan. UEFA and others are seeking documents, while Infantino remains intent on a fourth term, with candidacies due next month.
Protests in Tirana mark the 101st day as demonstrators clash with police over a coastal luxury hotel project linked to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. Environmentally sensitive coastlines have already suffered damage, and critics say the plan would restrict public access.
Ukrainian and Russian actions continue to escalate as attacks target cities, infrastructure and civilians. Zelensky has called for a stronger allied response, while multiple regions report casualties and damage amid ongoing hostilities.
The White House is facing renewed scrutiny over Natalie Harp, Trump’s close aide known as the “human printer,” as reports of her role and gifts surface during the Irish visit. Independent reporting shows Harp’s proximity to the president has sparked internal tensions and renewed questions about media access and internal communications.
Unconfirmed drone strike hits two gas-processing plants in Novy Urengoy and nearby Purovsky, with officials saying there were no fatalities. Ukraine has claimed long-range FP-1 drones hit critical energy infrastructure, signaling a shift in the conflict’s theatre as European gas stocks face pressure.
President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of both houses in November’s midterms. The White House has provided only a short fact sheet; Republicans, legal experts and budget analysts have questioned the plan’s legality, cost (about $1.2–1.4 trillion) and how it would be funded.
Israel has demolished a vast Hezbollah tunnel complex beneath the Ali al‑Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, using more than 1,000 tonnes of explosives to collapse tunnels that extended over 2km. The blast has registered as a 4.1‑magnitude tremor, Israeli forces say they have established operational control and will hold a security zone while continuing strikes when needed.
Ukraine faces intensified Russian strikes targeting civilian infrastructure and energy facilities, with multiple cities reporting casualties and widespread damage. Western diplomacy and fear of winter shortages shape the response as Moscow presses its campaign and Kyiv seeks international support.
Gulf states and Iran have been negotiating a temporary shipping framework for the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing war-related disruptions. Oman and Iran are coordinating on routes while Bahrain has declined participation. Oil-price volatility remains as markets watch for a regional security framework to emerge.
Ukraine has carried out long-range drone strikes on multiple Russian oil refineries this week while Russia has launched large drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, killing civilians and damaging infrastructure. U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged Kyiv to stop targeting diesel facilities as U.S. diesel prices hit record highs, and Russian officials report dozens of intercepted drones and refinery damage.
The Kennedy Center is on the brink of bankruptcy as a board led by Donald Trump argues renaming or major renovations are needed to avert fiscal collapse. Courts have ruled against unilateral branding changes, and the center faces mounting costs as legal battles continue.
ProPublica has reported that Umar Kremlev, a Russian boxing official with ties to President Vladimir Putin, has paid hundreds of thousands of dollars toward Donald Trump Jr.'s May wedding weekend in the Bahamas, covering an island rental and a fireworks show. Rep. Robert Garcia has opened a congressional inquiry and asked the White House and Trump Jr. for records.
President Donald Trump has spoken by phone with President Vladimir Putin for about an hour after US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff visited Moscow and Kyiv. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov has said the call was "constructive and quite candid," that Trump wants a quick end to the war, and that Putin outlined Russia's battlefield view.
The Trump administration has notified Congress of a proposed $2.8bn arms package to Israel that includes 40,000 2,000‑pound bombs. Rep. Gregory Meeks has said he will not clear the transfer, citing "grave, unresolved concerns" about use in densely populated Gaza and Lebanon, but the administration can bypass Congress by declaring an emergency.
The article reports on renewed Gaza ceasefire talks and Palestinian political tensions. Abbas meets in Cairo; Israel considers displacement debates; election timelines for Palestinian legislative and presidential races face new uncertainty amid regional diplomacy and ceasefire enforcement.
Netanyahu has a brief US visit to address the UN General Assembly. He is not spending the night in the US, cancelling a Texas stop, and flights are being redirected amid security concerns and protests. The ICC warrants and political tensions frame the trip, with protests anticipated in New York.
US and Iranian officials have held three hours of indirect talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. President Trump has described the session as "very productive" and said he faces a "big decision" about whether to pursue a deal or escalate military action. Gulf states are pressing for a route to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and plan further diplomacy.
Russia is expanding its carbon-fiber production at the Alabuga-Volokno facility in Tatarstan, boosting drone production capacity and deepening Moscow’s ability to wage war. Western sanctions remain in place as satellite imagery and internal documents outline a plan to reach up to 500 tons of carbon fiber per year by 2027, enabling larger drone campaigns across Europe.
Trump has said Russia has lost control of its diesel industry as Ukraine expands strikes on energy infrastructure. He will meet Zelenskyy on the UN sidelines to discuss de-escalation and air defense as winter approaches, with Ukrainian and Russian actions shaping global diesel supply.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has publicly backed an external, independent review of FIFA’s governance for major initiatives and proposes a structured consultation with confederations and member associations. The move follows backlash over the abandoned FIFA Forward Enterprise and amid calls for leadership changes as Infantino seeks re-election.
Sen. John Curtis has asked the Republican-led Senate Judiciary Committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr. over his business ties, foreign gifts and a Russian oligarch-funded wedding party. Curtis has demanded the same scrutiny for Hunter Biden and cited reporting that Umar Kremlev paid substantial costs for Trump Jr.'s Bahamas celebrations in May.
Ukraine’s conflict and related energy attacks dominate UN discussions as Zelenskyy meets Trump in New York. Kyiv seeks de-escalation and energy ceasefires, while Moscow campaigns against oil targets. Western leaders push for renewed diplomacy ahead of winter.
Ukraine has signalled openness to an energy ceasefire and to negotiations with Russia, with Washington pursuing a trilateral format to end the war before winter. Zelenskyy has described the discussions as positive, while Trump asserts a path toward settlement amid questions over Moscow’s position.
US ambassador David Perdue has said President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether China would like to buy US weapons. The State Department has clarified that US law prohibits arms sales to China and there is no plan to do so. The comments come as Washington has paused a roughly $14bn arms package to Taiwan and Taipei continues to press allies for defence supplies.
Leaders are invited to a December G20 summit in Miami, with Putin potentially attending. Rubio says the invitation aims to foster dialogue, while Moscow signals consideration. Reactions from Europe warn of risks to peacemaking amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Pezeshkian has asserted Iran’s resilience against sanctions and pressure at the UN, while signaling a willingness to pursue dialogue. He denounces US actions and calls for access to the Strait of Hormuz, framing Iran as a victim amid the broader US-Israel war. The speech includes references to Gaza and the Minab school tragedy.
Trump and Xi have extended a one-year trade truce by two months while pressing for broader deals on AI safeguards, Taiwan arms sales and tech access. Xi has announced panda exchanges to Zoo Atlanta as a symbol of friendship. Both leaders aim to avoid conflict while signaling strategic parity in a high-stakes contest.
The Danish Defence Intelligence Service has warned of a low but growing risk that Russia could carry out limited attacks on Ukraine support infrastructure or stage small incursions into NATO-bordering states. The agency sees hybrid warfare intensifying, with potential cyber and sabotage campaigns and high casualties in worst cases. This follows a string of European security alerts and a Polish incident at a Starlink site.
The four European top leagues have published a joint statement demanding fundamental governance reforms at FIFA, citing concerns over unchecked power and the impact of expansion on domestic football. The move follows Infantino’s push for reform and the withdrawal of the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan.
Kremlin and White House officials have signalled ongoing dialogue on ending the Ukraine war, with discussions focusing on energy initiatives, potential prisoner exchanges, and trilateral talks that could bring Ukraine, Russia, and the United States to the negotiating table. Western mediation efforts continue ahead of winter.
China has assured the United States that it will limit its assistance to Iran, while Trump and Xi discuss de-escalation. US ambassador David Perdue has stressed that direct or indirect help for Iran is unacceptable, and new negotiations are underway in New York and Washington. Analysts note ongoing tensions over oil, satellites, and sanctions amid a broader push to end the war.
The second US-China summit in weeks has extended a tariff truce by two months and confirmed continued dialogue, with both sides stressing stability amid ongoing tensions. No major policy announcements have emerged on AI, Taiwan, or trade, while a public spectacle underscored the event.
Iranian mediators in New York have presented a new proposal to the United States, with Qatari and Pakistani envoys shuttling ideas between Tehran and Washington. While Washington has not accepted the terms, negotiators describe discussions as positive and constructive, with a path to possible concessions on sanctions and the Strait of Hormuz.
Palestinian election officials are barred from Gaza and East Jerusalem ahead of the November 28 vote, prompting concerns over whether elections can proceed. The European Union has offered observers, and Palestinian leaders are calling for international support to ensure credible, inclusive polls amid past postponements.