U.S. federal government shutdown enters its second month under Trump administration; and its political, economic and human-cost implications continue to mount daily. Al Jazeera +2 [WND TV.com +2], Political impasse and posture. The shutdown began on October 1, 2025 when Congress failed to pass legislation funding federal agencies and departments for the new fiscal year....
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Israel conducted further strikes overnight against Gaza in order to test the tenuous ceasefire:
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) strikes overnight, killing at least two Palestinians and wounding others, have placed new strains on the cease-fire unfolding in Gaza Strip, as reported by The Guardian, Reuters and Investing.com (all three +3 providers).Though both sides maintain that they remain committed to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement, recent attacks demonstrate its tenuous nature....
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Will US and China Reach an Agreeable Agreement Over TikTok?
After years of geopolitical tension and regulatory unpredictability, the United States and China may soon reach an agreement that allows TikTok to remain operational in America. This landmark deal, scheduled to be finalized during a summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea later this month, represents a critical moment...
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At Least 64 Killed in Rio’s Largest Gang Raid
On October 28, 2025, Rio de Janeiro experienced its most violent day since 2025 when a massive police operation called Operation Containment resulted in at least 64 deaths. The raid, known as Operation Containment, targeted Comando Vermelho (Red Command) gang in Complexo do Alemao and Penha – two notorious areas known for criminal activities. About...
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Indian Refiners Halt New Russian Oil Orders Amid Sanctions Uncertainty
Indian oil refiners have suspended new orders of Russian crude oil until there is clarity over compliance with recent international sanctions imposed by the U.S. These shifts come following its imposition of stringent measures targeting major Russian oil producers like Rosneft and Lukoil as part of efforts to cut off Moscow from revenue gained during...
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Pakistan Urges Afghan Taliban to End Support for Terrorist Groups at Istanbul Talks
Pakistan, during a crucial round of talks in Istanbul, demanded the Afghan Taliban stop supporting terrorist organizations operating from Afghan soil. This demand comes amid rising cross-border militancy which has put strain on bilateral relationships and threatened regional stability. Background of the Ceasefire Agreement Qatar and Turkey facilitated a recent agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan...
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U.S. Eyes New Russia Sanctions, Urges European Countries to Increase Pressure over Ukraine War
As Ukraine remains at war and no end appears imminent, the US and European allies are contemplating new rounds of sanctions against Russia while increasing pressure against Moscow economically and diplomatically. Discussions among officials at both locations over what officials term Russia’s long-war strategy has escalated rapidly over recent weeks. Washington Explores New Measures U.S....
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Asif Vowed to Turn PIA Profitable As It Resumpted UK Flights After Five Year Break
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) recently marked a significant step forward in their international operations when they resumed direct flights from Islamabad to Manchester using a Boeing 777 aircraft on October 25, 2025, marking a key achievement. This flight, known as PK-701 departed Islamabad with passengers aboard it on October 25th 2025 using Geo News as...
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Pentagon Accepts $130 Million Anonymous Donation to Pay Military Members Amid Shutdown
Under U.S. government shutdown conditions, the Pentagon made history on October 23, 2025 when they accepted an unprecedented $130 million donation from an anonymous benefactor reportedly connected with former President Donald Trump and accepted under their general gift acceptance authority with strict instructions to use only for service members’ compensation purposes. It has been widely...
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Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister Radoslaw Sikorski Visits Pakistan on a Two-Day Official Visit
Pakistan and Poland have shown their mutual commitment to deepen their bilateral ties during a two-day official visit by Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski from 23-24 October 2025, which marks his second trip (his initial was 2011). According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office statement, Ishaq Dar invited Sikorski on this second trip...