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UN General Assembly 2026: Trump returns to the world stage as Ukraine, Middle East wars and AI risks dominate agenda

The UN General Assembly takes center stage in New York this week, bringing together global leaders to debate pressing issues such as the Middle East crisis, Ukraine's turmoil, and the dangers posed by artificial intelligence. Notably, President Donald Trump will take the floor again, although Xi Jinping will not be…

The Economic Times

US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting even with sides at war

The United States approved visas for Iran's core delegation to attend the UN General Assembly. This includes President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The delegation faces travel restrictions and prohibitions on certain purchases. This decision comes amid a protracted conflict and sanctions against Iran. The US also denied…

The Economic Times

Trump administration again denies entry visas to Palestinian officials ahead of UN general assembly

For the second year in a row, the administration has barred the Palestinian delegation from US travel for the forum

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US denies Palestine leader Abbas a visa to UN summit for second year running

The Palestinian Authority has condemned a US decision to deny visas to President Mahmoud Abbas and dozens of officials ahead of next week's UN General Assembly, marking the second consecutive year Washington has blocked his attendance.

Euronews

US again denies Palestinian leader visa for UN General Assembly

The United States has denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a visa to attend next week's UN General Assembly in New York, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The State Department separately said it would deny visas to Palestinian officials, citing failures to reform and actions it said…

France 24

US extends visa curbs on Palestine officials, blocks President Abbas from UN General Assembly

In a significant move, US officials have broadened visa restrictions impacting leaders of the Palestinian Authority, including President Mahmoud Abbas, who is now barred from attending the UN General Assembly. This action springs from US concerns regarding actions at odds with commitments to American laws, particularly in light of the…

The Times of India

Iran-US war latest: Tehran attacks US military bases as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates

US military's Central Command says it controls the Strait of Hormuz but Iran's Guard rejects claim

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Palestine to hold first legislative election in nearly two decades

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has called legislative elections for November 28. This announcement revives a democratic process frozen for nearly two decades. The vote will be the first parliamentary election since 2006, following a significant political split. International pressure for governance reforms and accountability has also influenced this decision. Presidential…

The Times of India

Palestinian Authority Lays Groundwork for First Presidential Election in More Than 20 Years

The decree expands the Palestinian Legislative Council from 132 to 200 seats and lowers the electoral threshold for representation to 1%

Latin Times

Seven months after ceasefire with Israel, Hamas is at a crossroads. Its next leader could define Gaza’s future

IN DEPTH: The militant group has been without a permanent political leader since the death of Yahya Sinwar in 2024. With the next phase of a US-brokered ceasefire in Israel looking more precarious, experts tell Alex Croft that the impact of its leadership election will be felt across the region

The Independent UK

No ballot papers, no ink, no boxes: Inside Gaza's first election in two decades

Gaza witnessed a historic moment as Palestinians engaged in their first local elections in over two decades, marking a tentative step toward reconciling the fragmented political landscape between Gaza and the West Bank. Though hampered by Israeli-imposed restrictions, officials creatively utilised whatever materials they could muster to ensure the elections…

The Times of India

Palestinians vote in West Bank and central Gaza municipal elections, the first since war started

The elections, held in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and in Gaza's Deir al-Balah, are taking place against the backdrop of a highly volatile political and security environment.

Euronews

Suspect in 1982 attack on Paris Jewish restaurant faces judge after extradition

A suspect in the 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris that killed six people was due to be brought before a judge on Friday – a day after being extradited to France by the Palestinian Authority. The move reopens one of the country’s deadliest post-war cases of antisemitic…

Radio France Internationale

Shops closed across West Bank in general strike against Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians

Thousands marched to protest the passing of the law, which critics have slammed as unjust and demanded it immediately been scrapped.

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Meloni calls for Europe to strengthen defence as US signals pullback

Italian PM tells Atreju rally that Europe must organise its own defence after Trump signals US disengagement. Government allies pledge unity for 2027 elections.

Euronews

'The European Union remains vital to the United States,' says ECR co-chair Procaccini

At Atreju 2025, Friday's highlights included a panel with Nicola Procaccini, co-chair of the ECR group dedicated to climate change, followed by a speech by Palestinian National Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.

The Guardian - UK

I used to report from the West Bank. Twenty years after my last visit, I was shocked by how much worse it is today

The long read: Among the many people I met, there was a pervasive feeling of hopelessness and a sense that resistance is slowly becoming a memory

Euronews

Merz promotes peace plan with Abbas ahead of visit to Israel

In the run-up to his trip to Israel, the German Chancellor spoke with Mahmoud Abbas about the US peace plan and called for reforms in the Palestinian leadership. The goal remains a negotiated solution for more security in the region.

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The Independent UK

Brussels hosts talks on Gaza reconstruction, security and governance

Over 60 delegations from across the world are meeting in Brussels discuss reconstruction and governance in Gaza

The Conversation

UN backs Trump’s plan for Gaza but Palestinian statehood remains a distant prospect

The UN security council has voted to adopt a resolution endorsing US president Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza. However, while the resolution references a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, the road to such an outcome is far from determined.

Euronews

Exclusive: EU probes claims Palestinian Authority bypassing own ban on Martyrs Fund

The Palestinian Authority officially announced the end of its Martyrs’ Fund in February this year. According to information obtained by Euronews, the mechanism Israel slams as “pay for slay” might still be operating through bypass channels. Brussels insists the EU funds are not involved.

Radio France Internationale

Macron warns Israel over West Bank annexation during Abbas Paris visit

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that any Israeli plans for annexation in the West Bank would constitute a “red line” and would provoke a European reaction. He spoke as Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas visited Paris, one month into a fragile truce between Hamas and Israel, following two years…

Euronews

Macron and Abbas announce panel to draft new Palestine constitution after Paris talks

The announcement comes after France joined Belgium, the UK, Portugal, Canada and Australia in formally recognising a Palestinian state in September.

Radio France Internationale

Macron to host Palestinian Authority leader Abbas to discuss Gaza ceasefire

French President Emmanuel Macron is to host the head of the Palestinian Authority, Mahmoud Abbas in Paris on Tuesday to discuss the future of Gaza after the US-brokered agreement that implemented a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Euronews

Pope Leo XIV and Palestinian leader Abbas meet to address Gaza situation

The two met in person for the first time, in what the Holy See described as a "cordial" encounter.

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