Macron makes surprise Saudi visit as France secures extra diesel supplies
French president meets Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss energy, security, and infrastructure.
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Why Marco Rubio’s planned Mumbai visit has ruffled feathers in India
US secretary of state is skipping New Delhi, and opposition leaders complain his arrangements are humiliating.
From: NewsFeed
St Petersburg under attack from Ukrainian drone swarm
Video posted on social media shows multiple explosions in St Petersburg, Russia after a suspected Ukrainian drone swarm.
Published On 18 Oct 2026
Iran says two tankers catch fire after hitting mines in Strait of Hormuz
The vessels, each carrying about two million barrels of crude oil, used an unauthorised route, the IRGC says.
US and Iran both claim control of Strait of Hormuz amid attacks on vessels
Two vessels have been struck with naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz this week.
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Trump eases Russia oil sanctions, but is Europe still buying Moscow’s gas?
Analysts say Russia will benefit most from US sanctions waiver.
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Solar power booms in Philippines as war on Iran spikes energy costs
With Southeast Asia’s largest electricity bills rising even higher, Filipinos invest in rooftop panels.
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Trump waives Russia sanctions as rift with Zelenskyy widens
US President Donald Trump has waived more sanctions on Russia in a bid to ease energy prices.
Published On 17 Oct 2026
Trump puts on hold new Russia sanctions he signed into law
US president’s executive order comes two days before sanctions deadline and a week after diesel deal with Putin.
Qatar announces ‘massive’ solar plant project in Lebanon
Sheikh Mohammed also discussed Israeli ‘violations’ in Lebanese territory with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.
From: NewsFeed
Qatar FM calls for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
Qatar’s prime minister and minister of foreign affairs has reaffirmed his country’s support for Lebanon.
Published On 16 Oct 2026
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