The European states say their support for Riyadh is ‘defensive’, but analysts warn Houthi reaction may complicate that.


The European states say their support for Riyadh is ‘defensive’, but analysts warn Houthi reaction may complicate that.

These were the updates on the US-Israel war on Iran from Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
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Analysts say Russia will benefit most from US sanctions waiver.
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Analysts say opposition win in polls may bring only marginal change and no fundamental shift on Gaza, West Bank.

Main opposition Congress party leads rally to the top court to demand the removal of the chief election commissioner.

The US is suspending top tech firms, including Microsoft, from a key programme to sponsor foreign workers’ green cards.

Critics say the proposed law is undemocratic, potentially granting a winning coalition outsized power in parliament.

Analysts warn unrest is likely to spill into neighbouring states and could further destabilise war-torn Sudan.

All six men arrested over RAF Fairford incident have been released as investigations continue.

UK, US and Israeli officials point to Iranian involvement but remain tight-lipped on details.
