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South Africa
Trump Watch: Ramaphosa warns South Africa could lose US trade deal - Scrolla.Africa
October 20, 2026 05:00 AM EDT
Scrolla
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa must prepare in case Donald Trump’s government removes the country from a major US trade programme.
Asia
India
US, India nearing trade agreement as Rubio prepares for New Delhi visit - Türkiye Today
October 19, 2026 06:23 AM EDT
Türkiye Today
Secretary of state links negotiations with New Delhi to Washington's decision to waive Russian energy sanctions as he begins Central Asia tour
Asia
India
'Very Close to Finalising Trade Deal With India': Rubio as Trump Pauses Russian Fuel-Related Tariffs
October 19, 2026 02:30 AM EDT
Republic World.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is close to finalising a trade deal with India, as President Donald Trump pauses fuel-related sanctions and tariffs to assess their economic impact.
Asia
India
Trump seeks 60 days to weigh Russia sanctions, tariff impact
October 17, 2026 09:56 PM EDT
India Today
Marco Rubio said Donald Trump will use 60 days to assess sanctions and tariffs. The review offers India temporary relief while accounting for global energy disruptions.
Asia
Iran
Live - US troops ready to act against Iran, Hegseth says after Israel visit
October 20, 2026 08:56 PM EDT
Iran International
A Qatari delegation has arrived in Tehran after Pakistan’s top general Asim Munir left Iran, Iranian state media reported on Tuesday. Qatar and Pakistan have played key roles in mediating Iran-US negotiations in recent months.
Asia
Iran
West Asia Conflict: Trump signals 'mother of all bombs' against Iran
October 17, 2026 09:00 AM EDT
Organiser.
The US-Iran conflict is entering a critical phase as Washington weighs the use of its most powerful conventional bomb against Tehran
Asia
Iran
'Wait till you see what we do to Iran': Trump issues fresh warning amid reports of strike plans- Moneycontrol.com
October 14, 2026 07:08 AM EDT
Moneycontrol
Trump renewed his warning to Tehran at an Alaska rally, even as he has ruled out US strikes before the November 3 midterms and maintained that Washington is engaged in diplomatic discussions with Iran.
Asia
Israel
Trump endorses Netanyahu for re-election, warns Israel over Iran policy
October 18, 2026 07:12 PM EDT
The Hindu Business Line.
Donald Trump backs Benjamin Netanyahu for re-election, praises his leadership on Iran and warns Israel against choosing the wrong leader as tensions persist.
Asia
Japan
Prime Minister Takaichi Pushes Military Resurgence Amid Fiscal Pressures
October 19, 2026 11:46 AM EDT
The Chosun Ilbo.
Prime Minister Takaichi Pushes Military Resurgence Amid Fiscal Pressures Defense overhaul, constitutional amendments face economic skepticism and regional tensions with China, Russia
Asia
Middle East
NNN Explains: Saudi-Houthi Conflict
October 19, 2026 07:24 PM EDT
News Not Noise
Why a growing conflict in the Middle East could threaten global oil supplies and shipping.
Asia
Saudi Arabia
Trump faces new Iran war challenges as Houthi attacks threaten energy supplies
October 14, 2026 04:26 PM EDT
WPDE ABC 15
Escalating attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia, new strikes on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Atlantic Ocean
United States
Military conflicts and Trump's failed Russia-Ukraine truce roil oil markets
October 15, 2026 07:12 PM EDT
The Globe and Mail
Oil supply will remain tight even with the International Energy Agency’s strategic diesel release, analysts say
Europe
Estonia
Kallas paused the confrontation with Trump over U.S. sanctions against the International Criminal Court
October 20, 2026 06:38 PM EDT
Ukrainian National News.
УНН Politics ✎ Kaja Kallas urged the EU to use the 180-day period for consultations on U.S. sanctions against the ICC. She cautioned against weakening the court.
Europe
European Union
Robb urges Coalition to pass EU deal, but there's a catch
October 18, 2026 08:11 PM EDT
The Nightly
LATIKA M BOURKE: Former Liberal Trade Minister Andrew Robb dared the Coalition to pass the EU trade deal to show Donald Trump that his tariffs are wrong. But there’s a catch.
Europe
Russia
Trump waives Russia-related sanctions before they even kick in as Ukraine ties worsen - Egypt Independent
October 17, 2026 08:19 AM EDT
Egypt Independent.
US President Donald Trump has waived a further slate of sanctions related to Russian fossil fuel sales, days before they were to take effect under a bill he signed into law last month.
Europe
Russia
Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold
October 16, 2026 10:56 PM EDT
The Sydney Morning Herald
Trump’s unexpected move comes a week after he stunningly said the US had agreed to purchase diesel from Russia to try to bring down global energy prices.
Europe
Russia
Diesel deal opens way for more Russia-U.S. co-operation, Kremlin envoy says
October 14, 2026 08:53 AM EDT
CP24
A Russia-U.S. deal on supplies of Russian diesel can pave the way for further economic co-operation between the two countries, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev said on Wednesday, adding that Moscow would overcome any sanctions-related difficulties to ensure the fuel was delivered.
Europe
Ukraine
Wesley Clark Warns Trump May Sacrifice Ukraine in Deal With Putin Over Iran
October 20, 2026 02:06 AM EDT
Kyiv Post
Former NATO commander Wesley Clark accused Trump of potentially sacrificing Ukraine to secure Putin’s cooperation on Iran.
Europe
Ukraine
Trump says waiving Russia sanctions will keep Putin 'at the bargaining table'
October 18, 2026 06:03 PM EDT
Independent News & Media
President Zelensky says 'steps are being taken' to encourage Ukraine to capitulate to Russia
Europe
Ukraine
Trump doubles down after waiving new Russia sanctions, calling it a 'very good decision'
October 17, 2026 02:54 PM EDT
NBC News
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy decried the move as a “financial reward for Putin,” adding that it will encourage the Russian leader to continue attacks.
Latin America
Latin America
Trump's Latin America allies deepen ties with Washington lenders
October 19, 2026 07:45 AM EDT
Buenos Aires Times.
Latin America’s rightward, market-friendly shift is reshaping its relationship with Washington and the multilateral lenders historically villainised in the region for pushing fiscal austerity.
North America
United States
US-Iran stalemate: What are Trump's next military options?
October 15, 2026 07:41 AM EDT
Al Jazeera Media Network
Trump has ruled out attacks before the midterms. Analysts weigh what he could do next, and at what cost.
