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POLITICSOct 14The Mecca Pact and Pakistan’s Bid to Become IndispensableFor most of its history, Pakistan’s geopolitical value has risen and fallen with other countries’ emergencies. The Mecca Pact may be its most serious attempt yet to break that cycle. On Aug. 31, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey established a secretariat in Saudi Arabia for the Mecca Defence Agreement. The first secretary-general comes from Pakistan for a three-year term. The agreement builds on the Saudi-Pakistani agreement signed in September 2025, locking a decades-old informal security arrangement into a mutual defense pact. Turkey’s inclusion in August 2026 transformed War on the Rocks
POLITICSOct 14‘Like we don’t exist’: Palestinians in West Bank denied say in Israel votePalestinians in the occupied West Bank see little prospect Israel’s election will change their lives under occupation.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 14Turkey police raid opposition TV station, halting live broadcastsIt is the latest in a series of crackdowns on media critical of the Turkish president and his government.BBC World
POLITICSOct 14Iran: Political infighting deepens as economic woes mount during warHardliners are stepping up pressure on Iran's government and calling for Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's removal. The oil minister resigned, but that's doing little to ease the pressure on President Masoud Pezeshkian.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 14In the occupied West Bank, one Palestinian family's story shows the limits of the Israeli court systemFar from being enforced, the rare rulings handed down by the Israeli Supreme Court in favor of Palestinians who have been dispossessed of their land or homes by Israeli settlers have been overturned either by force or by the military authorities.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 13Even MAGA stalwart Lauren Boebert is speaking out against the Iran war‘I never wanted us to be in war,’ Boebert said, describing the conflict as ‘detrimental on many levels’The Independent World
POLITICSOct 13Colombia has not fully recognized what happened in Israel: Foreign MinisterDesde Jerusalén, donde será reabierta la Embajada en ese país, Omar Bula habló del ataque terrorista de hace tres años del grupo extremista Hamás. The post Colombia no ha reconocido a cabalidad lo que pasó en Israel: Canciller appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
POLITICSOct 13Trump suggests he won't take action against Houthis until after midterms: "I will never forget!"President Trump called out Houthi forces on Tuesday as he weighs joining the Saudis in their fight against the rebel group. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins to discuss.CBS News
POLITICSOct 13Trump says Houthis trying to increase oil prices before US electionsUS president suggests that Yemen-based group are 'purposefully trying to drive up oil prices' before November vote.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 13Ofer Winter falls below electoral threshold two weeks before vote | i24NEWS PollWith the campaigns in the final stretch, the Amcha party failed to reach the required 3.25% electoral thresholdi24news_tv · united kingdom
POLITICSOct 13British security service sees Russia, Iran and AI as biggest threatsHet hoofd van de Britse veiligheidsdienst MI5 heeft in zijn jaarlijkse toespraak Rusland, Iran en kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) de belangrijkste bedreigers van de Britse nationale veiligheid genoemd. Ook zei hij dat bedreigingen door buitenlandse tegenstanders in de afgelopen tien jaar zijn verviervoudigd. Daarbij gaat het ongeveer even vaak om vijandige acties van staten als van terroristische organisaties. Rusland MI5-chef Ken McCallum ziet Rusland als "agressor nummer 1". Dat land voert volgens hem een oorlog met niet-militaire middelen om te voorkomen dat de NAVO militair reageert. Het VeNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 13The Palestinian Authority once again postpones elections, despite Western pressureDÉCRYPTAGE - Pour la deuxième fois en quatre ans, le président Mahmoud Abbas ajourne un scrutin qu’il ne pouvait pas contrôler. Le report prive l’Autorité palestinienne d’une occasion de renouveler sa légitimité et met à mal les engagements pris envers ses soutiens occidentaux.Le Figaro International
POLITICSOct 13Trump: China, Russia ‘have too much to lose’ to help IranPresident Trump late Monday accused China and Russia of having “too much to lose” to enable Iran in the ongoing conflict. “I see so many comments from the Radical Left Morons and Lunatics that China and Russia are helping the ‘wonderful’ Islamic Republic of Iran,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “If they are, it’s at…The Hill
POLITICSOct 13Trump says Houthis trying to drive up oil prices ahead of US midterm elections - ReutersTrump says Houthis trying to drive up oil prices ahead of US midterm elections ReutersReuters World
POLITICSOct 13‘Peace through strength’: Trump Gaza plan gains global backing one year onDonald Trump's Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza's future as the EU pledges $1 billion and demilitarization efforts gain global momentum.Fox News World
POLITICSOct 13Qatar’s emir vows that country will emerge stronger as he outlines national strategiesQatar's emir outlined in a speech to the nation how the Gulf nation has managed to overcome the consequences of the Iran war and will emerge stronger and better equipped to adapt to global changes by diversifying its economy and focusing on non-carbon industries in addition to existing LNG exports.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 13Hamdan bin Mohammed attends leadership forum bringing together more than 1,000 leaders in DubaiDubai: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today (13/10/2026) attended the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, the premier annual gathering dedicated to management and leadership. Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the Forum brought together more than 1,000 government and private sector leaders from across Dubai. Broader horizons for integration His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said: “Dubai operates as one team with a shared spirit, driven by a common purpose: to create the world’s best human experience.” His Highness added: “I am immensely proud of Dubai’s team across both the government and private sectors and deeply optimistic about a brighter future led by young leaders who will take the helm in the next wave of transformation. Dubai’s story is only just beginning. Its ambitions know no limits, and the best is yet to come.” Anticipating future shifts The Forum convened more than 1,000 government and private sector leaders. Through specialised leadership Majlis sessions, strategic dialogues and workshops, participants discussed ways to implement the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum through high-impact initiatives designed to accelerate projects and plans that support his vision of strengthening Dubai’s position as a global hub for excellence and innovation, while maintaining leadership across all fields. Leadership Majlis sessions examined key future shifts, insights and strategic trends shaping the emirate’s competitiveness and development journey. The Forum also saw the announcement of several strategic projects and initiatives. The agenda featured panel discussions, workshops and keynote addresses delivered by a distinguished line-up of global experts and thought leaders in management and leadership. These sessions aimed to share international best practices, strengthen leaders’ ability to anticipate future developments and support effective decision-making. Strategic dialogues The Forum included a series of strategic leadership Majlis sessions focused on shaping the next stage of Dubai’s development. These included the Future Economy Majlis, which explored trends in growth and innovation; the Future Cities Leadership Majlis, which reviewed best practices in urban management and smart infrastructure development; and the New Global Narrative Majlis, which examined ways to reinforce Dubai’s position across the economy, media, knowledge and humanitarian sectors. Integration across key sectors The event hosted a series of leadership dialogue platforms that provided opportunities for exchanging ideas and strengthening collaboration between Dubai’s government and private sectors across three key industries: real estate, tourism and finance. Real estate discussions focused on the sector’s future, underpinned by continued integration among regulators, developers and investors. Participants explored key challenges related to sustainable growth, the role of partnerships in building more competitive and attractive cities, emerging opportunities and the importance of a shared vision to guide the next phase of expansion. Tourism discussions reviewed the major challenges and opportunities shaping the sector’s future, highlighting the importance of collaboration in maintaining Dubai’s status as one of the world’s leading destinations. Participants discussed efforts to strengthen Dubai’s tourism offering, adapt to regional developments and capitalise on emerging opportunities. They also explored the government’s vision for enhancing the visitor experience over the next decade and the transformations needed to boost the sector’s resilience and competitiveness. Discussions on the financial sector focused on the rapid changes driving closer collaboration between regulators and financial institutions, the role of forward-looking policies in fostering innovation and strengthening Dubai’s appeal as a global financial and investment hub, and the factors that will shape the emirate’s competitiveness over the coming decade. Participants also explored ways to elevate Dubai from a regional financial platform to a more influential global centre, as well as the measures needed to attract capital and achieve the optimal balance between traditional financial expertise and future digital capabilities. During the Forum, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) signed memoranda of understanding with several leading international universities to launch new leadership research initiatives and develop specialised studies documenting Dubai’s transformation under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, as well as his leadership and development philosophy. The Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum served as a strategic platform to showcase Dubai’s future projects and landmark initiatives, outlining a roadmap for comprehensive development, enhancing quality of life, expanding opportunities and supporting a sustainable economy. The Forum seeks to place leaders across Dubai’s entities and sectors at the centre of global change, promote collective strategic thinking in decision-making and showcase innovative leadership models.emirates247 · united arab emirates
POLITICSOct 13MI5 Chief Warns of Escalating Hybrid Threats From Iran and Russia on British SoilNYT World
POLITICSOct 13Gaza like Romagna Riviera in terms of persecuted Christians - Meloni party councillor'Disgraceful' to play down suffering on Strip says PDANSA [en]
POLITICSOct 13Thoughts from Israel Ahead of Its ElectionsThere is no more left-right divide in Israel. It’s a fantasy-reality divide. The country’s politics reflect as much. The post Thoughts from Israel Ahead of Its Elections appeared first on American Enterprise Institute - AEI.AEI
POLITICSOct 13Clément Therme: "The Iranian regime could self-destruct"ENTRETIEN - Historien des relations internationales et professeur à Sciences Po, Clément Therme publie Demain l’Iran. L’avenir d’une nation, aux Éditions du Cerf.Le Figaro International
POLITICSOct 13The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its PoliticsAs Israelis prepare to vote for the first time since the Hamas-led assault, they remain divided over whether to hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for negligence or fault the “treason” of his generals.NYT World
POLITICSOct 13HH the Amir receives message from Egypt’s presidentHis Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani has received a written message from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi concerning bilateral relations and ways to strengthen co-operation bet...gulftimes · united arab emirates
POLITICSOct 13HH the Amir receives written message from Egypt's PresidentHis Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani has received a written message from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt concerning bilateral relations and ways to streng...gulftimes · united arab emirates