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Japan says US ties 'essential' for peace regardless of midterms
Government spokesman Minoru Kihara said Tokyo's alliance with Washington remains essential for global stability regardless of which party controls the US Congress, adding that officials will monitor financial markets with urgency as Democrats edge toward securing majorities in both chambers.
04 November 2026

Israeli opposition demands Netanyahu resign after US midterms
Yair Golan and Gilad Kariv said Wednesday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must step down following Democratic victories in the US midterm elections, warning that his continued rule alongside far-right ministers risks isolating Israel and triggering a clash with Washington.
04 November 2026

Trump ties midterm defeat to fuel costs amid Iran war
US President Donald Trump said voters supported his Iran policy but were unwilling to bear the short-term cost of higher gasoline prices, attributing his party's midterm election losses to public frustration over fuel costs amid the ongoing war with Tehran as Democrats secured control of both chambers of Congress.
04 November 2026

Erdogan meets South Korean tech, auto executives in Seoul
Erdogan held talks with chief executives from Samsung Electronics, Hyundai Motor Group and LG Electronics on Wednesday in Seoul, seeking to deepen economic ties with East Asian partners and attract investment in technology, energy and biotechnology sectors during his official visit to South Korea.
04 November 2026

El-Sayed becomes first Muslim elected to US Senate in Michigan win
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's closely watched Senate race Tuesday to become the first Muslim elected to the US Senate, securing a historic victory in a campaign where President Donald Trump and GOP figures repeatedly attacked his religious background.
04 November 2026

Trump congratulates Democrats, cites Iran war for midterm losses
President Donald Trump congratulated Democrats on their midterm victory Tuesday while acknowledging that the unpopular war with Iran contributed to Republican defeats, refusing personal responsibility and instead blaming GOP candidate quality in remarks that mixed conciliation with threats of executive vetoes.
04 November 2026

Erdoğan departs Seoul after state visit
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and First Lady Emine Erdoğan completed their official program in Seoul before departing the South Korean capital on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of a state visit aimed at reinforcing bilateral ties between Ankara and Seoul, according to the Turkish Presidency.
04 November 2026

Airstrikes target Houthi weapons depots in Yemen's Al-Bayda
Unidentified warplanes targeted weapons storage facilities and military vehicles at the Central Security Camp in Al-Bayda province, according to Al-Jumhuriya TV, as government forces press their 'Dawn of Yemen' campaign to retake the capital from the Iran-backed group.
04 November 2026

Israeli election panel rejects fraud allegations after vote review
Israel's Central Elections Committee said on Wednesday that no evidence of vote tampering had emerged from its review of complaints, clearing the way for President Isaac Herzog to receive the official results later in the day.
04 November 2026

Turkish Airlines Q3 revenue up 19% amid war
Turkish Airlines reported double-digit revenue growth in the third quarter alongside a 12% drop in operating profit, as the national flag carrier grapples with surging fuel costs and operational disruptions stemming from the ongoing Middle East conflict.
04 November 2026

Germany to ban Chinese telecom gear from 5G networks
Germany is preparing a comprehensive ban on Chinese-made equipment in its mobile networks due to security concerns, a move that could effectively exclude suppliers Huawei and ZTE from Europe's largest economy while shifting toward alternative European and South Korean vendors, according to a report by business daily Handelsblatt.
04 November 2026

Gold reclaims $4,000 as dollar drops after US midterm vote
Gold and silver prices surged Wednesday as a weakening US dollar and declining Treasury yields boosted commodity markets following Democratic gains in the US midterm elections, with investors weighing prospects for legislative gridlock that could constrain President Donald Trump's economic agenda and monitoring renewed tensions with Iran.
04 November 2026

Emine Erdogan opens Yunus Emre Institute center in Seoul
Turkish first lady Emine Erdogan inaugurated the Yunus Emre Institute's cultural center in Seoul on Wednesday during her visit accompanying President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, describing the facility as a vital bridge between cultures and praising local students learning Turkish as future ambassadors between the two nations.
04 November 2026

Iran speaker says US voters rejected war
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Wednesday that American voters had rejected war in this week's midterm elections, declaring that Tehran endorsed their message while warning that Washington would face a 'nightmare' if it betrayed popular will to serve foreign interests.
04 November 2026

Trump announces US will end $4B annual aid to Israel by 2026
Israeli defense and finance officials expressed surprise Tuesday following US President Donald Trump's announcement that Washington will terminate approximately $4 billion in annual military assistance by the end of 2026, stating they had received no prior notification of the decision.
04 November 2026

Israel-linked operation spent millions on anti-Muslim disinformation
A new report has found that Israel-linked entities spent over $8 million promoting anti-Muslim conspiracy theories across more than 30 countries, generating an estimated 800 million advertising exposures through AI-generated videos and social media campaigns.
04 November 2026

Israel’s Democrats leader slams Netanyahu over US aid cutoff
Yair Golan accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of a diplomatic failure after US President Donald Trump announced Washington would end $3.8 billion in annual military assistance by year-end, warning that Israeli taxpayers will bear the full burden of depleted air defenses at a critical security moment.
04 November 2026

Polls open across US in midterm elections for Congress control
Polling stations opened across the United States on Tuesday morning as Americans began casting ballots in nationwide midterm elections to determine control of Congress, with the results set to shape the legislative agenda for the remainder of President Donald Trump's term in office.
04 November 2026

Israeli attacks kill three Palestinians in Gaza amid truce violations
Medical officials told Anadolu that an Israeli drone strike killed a Palestinian girl in central Gaza City and artillery fire claimed the life of a security officer in Khan Yunis on Tuesday, as the Gaza Health Ministry reported that ceasefire violations have killed 1,599 Palestinians and wounded thousands since October.
04 November 2026

Cyberattacks on European refrigeration systems threaten food security
EU Agriculture and Food Commissioner Christophe Hansen warns that suspected cyberattacks on refrigeration systems across Europe represent a deliberate attempt to disrupt food security, as hackers manipulate temperature controls causing widespread food spoilage.
04 November 2026

Iran rejects US response as 'not convincing' on Hormuz demands
Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei dismissed Washington's reply to Tehran's demands as insufficient, insisting that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the White House fully implements seven specific conditions including sanctions relief and regional ceasefire.
04 November 2026

Israeli opposition favors ultra-Orthodox over Arab parties
Leaders of Israel's opposition bloc convened in Herzliya on Tuesday and agreed to seek a mandate from President Isaac Herzog for Gadi Eisenkot to form the next government, even as reports indicated the alliance favors partnerships with ultra-Orthodox parties over Arab factions to secure a parliamentary majority in the fractured 120-member Knesset.
04 November 2026

EU defense chief warns Russian military spending nears European levels
Andrius Kubilius says Moscow's military budget will match Europe's combined expenditure next year in purchasing power parity terms, warning that Russian military potential is not diminishing as the US pivots to the Indo-Pacific.
04 November 2026

Zelenskyy confirms Abu Dhabi talks aim for leaders' level meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Tuesday that trilateral Russia-US-Ukraine talks will convene Nov. 10-11 in the United Arab Emirates, stating that only a leaders' summit can secure lasting peace while his government coordinates with Berlin and other European capitals on energy and humanitarian priorities.
04 November 2026

Türkiye intelligence chief visits UAE for security talks
Turkish National Intelligence Organization chief Ibrahim Kalin held high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on Monday with senior Emirati officials including the vice president, focusing on joint efforts to strengthen regional security and stability, according to Ankara's ambassador to the UAE.
04 November 2026

Ruffalo, Springsteen endorse El-Sayed for Michigan Senate
Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo and musician Bruce Springsteen have endorsed Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed ahead of Tuesday's US midterm elections in Michigan, throwing their support behind the former epidemiologist's bid to become the first Muslim member of the Senate.
04 November 2026

Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Shas party backs Netanyahu for next government
The ultra-Orthodox Shas party said Tuesday it would recommend Benjamin Netanyahu to President Isaac Herzog for the task of forming Israel’s next government, citing the Likud leader’s pledge to secure exemptions from military service for Torah students ahead of decisive consultations at the presidential residence.
04 November 2026

German Chancellor Merz urges Russia to end war, proposes Oleshky ceasefire model
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday urged Moscow to end the war in Ukraine, proposing that a regional ceasefire in Oleshky serve as a template for broader truces covering energy infrastructure and the Black Sea as he hosted President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin.
04 November 2026

Israeli opposition picks Eisenkot to replace Netanyahu government
Opposition leaders agreed Tuesday to recommend Gadi Eisenkot to President Isaac Herzog as their candidate for prime minister, vowing to form a national emergency government to replace Benjamin Netanyahu's administration.
04 November 2026

Islamic world must act against Israeli atrocities: Turkish VP
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz urged the Islamic world to adopt concrete measures against Israeli atrocities in Palestine during the closing session of the 42nd COMCEC ministerial meeting in Istanbul, highlighting new solidarity projects and economic cooperation frameworks.
04 November 2026

German automotive task force urges EU emissions rules overhaul
A German automotive task force representing major manufacturers including Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche has called for a fundamental revision of European Union vehicle emissions standards alongside reduced bureaucracy, warning that current regulations threaten the country's industrial competitiveness amid a deepening sector crisis.
04 November 2026

Türkiye, South Korea agree to expand nuclear, defense cooperation
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Tuesday that Seoul and Ankara agreed to deepen strategic cooperation across nuclear energy, defense industry and advanced technology, hailing Türkiye as a "blood brother" bound by the sacrifices of Turkish troops in the Korean War.
03 November 2026

Turkish president Erdogan calls for expanded joint defense projects with South Korea
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called for deepening defense industry collaboration with South Korea during high-level talks in Seoul on Tuesday, highlighting successful joint production of Firtina howitzers and Altay tanks while targeting increased bilateral trade and deeper nuclear energy partnership.
03 November 2026

Turkish president hails historic ties with South Korea
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told his South Korean counterpart that Türkiye and the Republic of Korea are bound by destiny as blood brothers during an official dinner in Seoul, marking his first visit to the Asian nation in eight years and vowing to expand bilateral ties toward new horizons.
03 November 2026

Türkiye and Cameroon explore economic opportunities at Istanbul roundtable
Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat announced on Tuesday that Türkiye and Cameroon are exploring new cooperation opportunities across infrastructure, agriculture and energy, stating that the African nation's strategic location and rich natural resources offer significant potential for Turkish businesses seeking to expand their commercial presence.
03 November 2026

US strikes Hormuz island as Trump says Iran deal 'could happen'
The United States launched limited strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, US media reported, hours after President Donald Trump said Tehran was eager for a settlement following eight months of stalemated hostilities that have disrupted global energy markets.
03 November 2026

Alaska voters unmoved by Democratic decoy controversy
Senate candidate Mary Peltola faces accusations of orchestrating a ballot confusion scheme by recruiting a namesake to siphon votes, but Anchorage residents casting early ballots say the controversy will not alter their choices amid widespread economic concerns and fading faith in political morality.
03 November 2026

US seeks more NATO funding for Ukraine weapons program
The United States is preparing to ask NATO allies for additional contributions to close a multibillion-dollar shortfall in a weapons-delivery initiative supporting Ukraine, according to a Bloomberg report published Monday amid continued military assistance to Kyiv and ongoing political tensions.
03 November 2026

Former Israeli army spokesperson accuses military of Gaza deception
Former Israeli army spokesperson Ayelet Kroizer said on Monday that the military systematically manipulated facts about its operations in Gaza and the occupied West Bank to secure public support and international legitimacy, announcing her appointment as spokesperson for the veteran whistleblower group Breaking the Silence.
03 November 2026

Eisenkot refuses Netanyahu cabinet role even if Trump intervenes
Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot has ruled out serving in a government headed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, declaring he would reject even a direct request from US President Donald Trump to join the cabinet and citing internal Israeli affairs as beyond foreign interference, Israel’s public broadcaster KAN reported Monday.
03 November 2026

Trump reopens Lincoln Memorial pool, attacks Democrats ahead of midterms
US President Donald Trump on Monday reopened the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following extensive repairs, using the ceremony to attack Democratic candidates and tout cost-saving measures while warning that Tuesday's midterm elections would determine the nation's future.
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