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Are fresh US-Israeli strikes on Iran in the pipeline?

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, October 22: The New York Times's sources report plans for fresh strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections. In other news, the French Senate publishes a 30-step proposal for how to "take back control", just days after protests gave way to riots. Also, how software engineers found and patched up bugs in the language that makes up 70 percent of the internet. Finally, the story of a man for whom what happened in Vegas did not stay there.

22 Oct 2026, 12:29 UTC

World

Iran reveals ‘offensive’ doctrine, US issues alert: Is war imminent?

US orders diplomatic staff out of Saudi Arabia amid escalating conflict and reports of potential US strikes on Iran.

22 Oct 2026, 12:23 UTC

World

Can Russia broker a new US-Iran deal?

Russia’s nuclear expertise, close ties with Tehran and negotiation experience could give Moscow an edge as a mediator.

22 Oct 2026, 08:15 UTC

Business

U.S. pulls diplomats from Saudi Arabia as it reportedly readies Iran strikes after midterms

The U.S. ordered non-emergency staff out of Saudi Arabia after Houthi strikes on an airport and an oil field, reviving fears of a widening regional conflict.

22 Oct 2026, 05:18 UTC

Business

Brent crude tops $113, highest level since May, after Trump hints at action on Iran

The Middle East conflict could flare up again as the U.S. reportedly plans to resume strikes against Iran.

22 Oct 2026, 05:18 UTC

World

Iran war live: Trump denies Iran talks, says situation will resolve soon

US President Donald Trump denies Iran negotiations, says situation will resolve ‘fairly soon’.

22 Oct 2026, 00:30 UTC

World

US orders departure of personnel from Saudi Arabia, citing Houthi threat

US State Department says Iran-aligned Houthis have 'increasingly ⁠⁠engaged in hostilities' against Saudi Arabia.

21 Oct 2026, 23:28 UTC

World

Iran determined to keep uranium amid increased war odds, flurry of meetings

Tehran had 'nothing new' to tell Washington after latest nuclear proposals reportedly offered by mediators.

21 Oct 2026, 19:20 UTC

World

Iran’s enriched uranium re-emerges as point of contention in US talks

Iran's nuclear enrichment has emerged as a major point of contention amid diplomatic push to end the war.

21 Oct 2026, 12:37 UTC

Politics

Egypt mulls joining Saudi Arabia in war against Houthis

Egypt may be about to join the war against Houthis. Saudi Arabia has come under sustained attack from the Iran-backed group in recent weeks after a collapse of a truce in Yemen in September. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Egypt mid-September to request potential military support from the country – a demand put before parliament by the Egyptian president on Saturday. Story by Camille Corcoran.

21 Oct 2026, 12:05 UTC

World

US sanctions target Iran's rail sector as Tehran shifts cargo from sea routes to overland corridors

As US sanctions expand to Iran's rail sector, Tehran is relying more heavily on overland links with China and Central Asia. But capacity constraints, delays and costs limit rail's ability to replace maritime trade.

21 Oct 2026, 09:12 UTC

Business

Oil prices little changed as traders assess Middle East developments

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Tuesday that naval mines had prevented three tankers attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

21 Oct 2026, 05:55 UTC

World

UK fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

The UK is sending military support to Saudi Arabia as Iran-aligned Houthi rebels launch repeated attacks on the kingdom.

21 Oct 2026, 02:05 UTC

World

Iran war live: US warns peace deal with Tehran is extremely difficult

Rubio tells US media that reaching a peace deal with Tehran is extremely difficult while Hormuz attacks continue.

21 Oct 2026, 00:44 UTC

Politics

'Netanyahu is fighting for his political career', expert says a week ahead of crucial vote

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu basked in Donald Trump's endorsement on Monday ahead of close-fought elections, airing a phone call in which the US president predicted he would win and suggested they may again attack Iran together. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Simon Mabon, Professor of International Politics and Middle East Studies at Lancaster University.

20 Oct 2026, 21:51 UTC

World

UK police rearrest two men on suspicion of assisting Iran’s intelligence

Duo was first arrested for suspected link to incident at US-run airbase used for striking Iran during this year's war.

20 Oct 2026, 21:07 UTC

World

Why the war on Iran could backfire on US regime-change goals

Mortazavi: The war on Iran could strengthen Iranian nationalism rather than trigger regime change.

20 Oct 2026, 21:07 UTC

Politics

Netanyahu says he discussed ‘eliminating’ Iran’s regime with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he discussed the need to topple Iran’s regime with US President Trump.

20 Oct 2026, 20:36 UTC

World

Lavrov backs Tehran, but does Russia also gain from the US-Iran crisis?

Moscow pledges support to its sanctioned ally, but analysts say the war Iran wants to end has filled Russia’s coffers.

20 Oct 2026, 16:28 UTC

World

Pakistan army chief in Tehran: Can diplomacy prevent new US-Iran fighting?

With new talk of escalation, Islamabad is trying to revive negotiations without alienating Tehran, Riyadh or Washington.

20 Oct 2026, 15:26 UTC