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1. Wednesday 14 October27 developments

   • 09:30News

     A Pilgrim and a Retiree: Victims of the Houthi Airport Attack in Saudi Arabia

     New York TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 08:16News

     Russian attacks on Ukraine leave 600,000 without power as Zelenskyy says Moscow 'disrespecting' US - Europe live

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 08:08News

     Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+

   • 08:05News

     Ukrainian soldiers in combat have access to Starlink satellite internet restricted

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 08:00News

     Burnham says UK to increase supply of anti-drone missiles to Ukraine, ahead of PMQs and Zelenskyy meeting - UK politics live

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 07:59News

     Houthi Strike Hits Building at Saudi Aramco Headquarters - WSJ

     WSJStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 07:35News

     Will South China Sea's code of conduct remain elusive as deadline looms?

     SCMPChina, Taiwan and the South China Sea

   • 07:08News

     'Massive' Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least six, cuts power in Kyiv

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 07:07News

     Russia pounds Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving 600,000 without power

     CNBCRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 06:12News

     Russian strikes kill 6 in Ukraine, knocking out power across Kyiv

     SCMPRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 05:07News

     Ukrainian drones strike more than 100km into Russian territory

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 04:16Resolved

     Israel will conduct a direct military strike on Iranian nuclear-related infrastructure within 30 days.

     Iran nuclear talks and sanctionsIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 04:16Resolved

     OPEC+ will announce a further production increase at its next ministerial-level meeting within 30 days, continuing the rollback of prior voluntary cuts.

     Oil prices and OPEC+

   • 04:00News

     Ukraine is littered with landmines on a scale last seen in Vietnam. How can they be removed?

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 03:54News

     Russian strikes hit key power plant in Kyiv, Zelensky says - BBC

     BBCRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 03:09News

     Houthi missiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia as battles intensify

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 02:45News

     Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missiles for second day with no warning

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 01:55News

     Oil rises amid growing Mideast tensions between Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia

     CNBCOil prices and OPEC+Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 01:33News

     Aramco complex hit as Houthis and Saudi coalition trade strikes

     SCMPOil prices and OPEC+Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 00:15Resolved

     Russia and Ukraine will hold at least one additional publicly confirmed direct negotiation session, prisoner exchange, or ceasefire-related announcement within 30 days.

     Russia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 00:15Resolved

     Israel or Iran/IRGC-aligned forces will conduct a new direct military strike on the other's nuclear or naval infrastructure within 30 days.

     Israel, Gaza and Lebanon conflictIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 00:15Resolved

     The United States will announce a new export control, sanction, or tariff action targeting Chinese semiconductor or technology firms within 30 days.

     US tariffs and the trade war

   • 00:15Resolved

     The US Navy will conduct or publicly announce new naval escort or convoy protection operations in the Red Sea within 14 days.

     Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 00:14News

     Houthis Threaten Fierce Retaliation After Saudi Arabia Strikes Yemen - The New York Times

     The New York TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 00:12News

     Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Diesel Deal With Putin

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 00:04News

     Lawyer for Fed Governor Cook Denounces Trump's New Investigation - The New York Times

     The New York TimesFederal Reserve and US interest rates

   • 00:00News

     Iran war live: Saudi coalition hits Houthi sites; Aramco office hit in east

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

2. Tuesday 13 October51 developments

   • 21:04News

     Food shortages in Yemen's Taiz as Houthi siege hits supplies

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 20:53News

     Trump Squeezes Ukraine, Again

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 20:33News

     Funeral for Egyptian flight attendant killed in Houthi attack on Riyadh

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 20:07News

     One More U.S. Interest-Rate Increase May Be Appropriate, Fed's Williams Says - WSJ

     WSJFederal Reserve and US interest rates

   • 19:53News

     Australian politics live: Trade minister says Coalition MPs walked out of meeting on EU trade deal; RBA warns staff to accept pay deal or miss out

     The GuardianUS tariffs and the trade war

   • 19:33News

     Trump says Houthis trying to increase oil prices before US elections

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 18:19Resolved

     Saudi Arabia will announce a coordinated OPEC+ production cut reversing the current output-increase policy within 30 days

     Oil prices and OPEC+

   • 18:19Resolved

     China will conduct a new gray-zone military incursion (naval or air) into Taiwan's ADIZ or surrounding waters within 14 days.

     China, Taiwan and the South China Sea

   • 18:16News

     Trump says Putin and Zelenskyy both want to end Russia's war on Ukraine

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 17:36News

     Argentina targets UK in legal claim over Falklands oil exploration - BBC

     BBCOil prices and OPEC+

   • 17:26News

     Saudi Arabia strikes strategic oil depots near Yemen capital

     The GuardianStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 17:26News

     Saudi Arabia strikes oil depots in Yemen as conflict with Houthis escalates - The Guardian

     The GuardianStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 16:08News

     Europe's alternative to Trump's China trade war - Axios

     AxiosUS tariffs and the trade war

   • 16:05News

     Did Ukrainian strikes on Russian datacentres reduce online disinformation? - The Guardian

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 15:59News

     Argentina seeks tribunal order against UK oil activity near Falklands - Reuters

     ReutersOil prices and OPEC+

   • 15:52News

     Paul Tudor Jones is bullish on oil, says it could rally another $20-$25 because of Iran conflict

     CNBCOil prices and OPEC+

   • 15:47News

     Houthis threaten Saudi Arabia's Aramco facilities and airports - Al Jazeera

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 15:03News

     Trump Hands Victories to Putin, Who Offers More War in Return

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 15:01News

     Houthis threaten Saudi Aramco facilities, airports amid escalating conflict

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 14:35News

     Philippines rejects China's calls for direct contact amid 'miscalculation' warnings

     SCMPChina, Taiwan and the South China Sea

   • 14:07News

     Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis Trade Threats Targeting Oil Facilities

     New York TimesOil prices and OPEC+Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 13:58News

     Saudi-led coalition orders evacuation of Yemen oil facility in Sanaa ahead of operation - Reuters

     ReutersOil prices and OPEC+

   • 13:51News

     Allies did not warn Kyiv of Russian ballistic missile strikes, says Zelenskyy

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 13:47News

     Yemeni government launches air strikes on Houthi positions

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 13:27News

     Is Zelensky right to say data centre strikes have taken down Russian bots? - BBC

     BBCRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 13:00News

     Could Pakistan's Chinese-made weapons help protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks?

     SCMPStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 12:57News

     Deadly Houthi attacks in Yemen's Taiz as government forces advance in Marib

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 12:46News

     Zelensky Comment Raises Fear That U.S. Is Cutting Intelligence Sharing

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 12:32News

     OPEC Cuts Demand Growth Forecast Again as Gulf Supply Risks Mount - WSJ

     WSJOil prices and OPEC+

   • 12:06News

     Zelenskyy says Kyiv's partners failed to warn of ballistic missile attack - Financial Times

     Financial TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 12:04News

     Ships in Hormuz strait hit by worst spate of attacks since start of war - Financial Times

     Financial TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:53News

     Iran reportedly fortifies nuclear sites as it prepares for possible U.S. strikes after midterms

     CNBCIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 11:00News

     UK asks Interpol to reject Argentina's 'politically motivated' requests for Falklands oil arrests

     The GuardianOil prices and OPEC+

   • 10:53News

     Israel's military raids NGO offices in Ramallah

     Al JazeeraIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 10:08News

     Trump repeats false claim about Iran's nuclear weapons program at Alaska rally - US politics live

     The GuardianIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 09:21News

     The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its Politics

     New York TimesIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 09:03News

     U.K. and Europe Recoil From Trump's Diesel Deal With Putin

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 09:03News

     The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its Politics - The New York Times

     The New York TimesIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 09:01News

     They Came to Russia for Work. Now They Are Under Fire.

     New York TimesOil prices and OPEC+Russia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 09:00News

     Houthi official warns US against entering war in Yemen as Saudis weather attacks

     SCMPStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 08:15News

     Zelenskyy says Russia 'did not heed' Trump's call for energy ceasefire and gave 'no early warning' before strikes on Kyiv - Europe live

     The GuardianOil prices and OPEC+Russia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 07:45News

     Palestine weekly: Gaza marks year of 'ceasefire' with more Israeli killing

     Al JazeeraIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 07:30News

     Marcos on South China Sea row; anger in Thailand over iron cage beds: 7 Asia highlights

     SCMPChina, Taiwan and the South China Sea

   • 03:49News

     Oil prices fall as traders assess Russian diesel supply prospects and Saudi-Houthi conflict

     CNBCStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 03:45News

     Oil prices fall as traders assess Russian diesel supply prospects and Saudi-Houthi conflict - CNBC

     CNBCStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 03:30News

     Trump insists energy ceasefire holds as Ukraine reports new Russian strikes

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 03:11News

     Russia and Ukraine trade strikes amid doubt over 'energy ceasefire'

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 02:23News

     Gold gains as oil, dollar retreat; investors brace for US inflation test - Reuters

     ReutersOil prices and OPEC+

   • 00:15Resolved

     A confirmed Israel-Hezbollah cross-border strike (rocket fire, drone attack, or airstrike) will occur within 14 days as the October 7 anniversary and Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan convergence window approaches.

     Israel, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 00:15Resolved

     China will conduct a new large-scale gray-zone military incursion (major ADIZ violation, PLA naval exercise, or blockade rehearsal) near Taiwan within 14 days.

     China, Taiwan and the South China Sea

   • 00:00News

     Iran war live: Trump says Houthis 'misbehaving' as Riyadh flights halted

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

3. Monday 12 October42 developments

   • 23:54News

     Houthi missile attack targets Saudi capital Riyadh for third day in a row

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 23:27News

     UK blames Iran for airbase plot, sanctions two Iranian nationals - Al Jazeera

     Al JazeeraIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 21:16News

     Why do Iran's oil 'intermediaries' owe the government billions?

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+

   • 20:15News

     Oil Climbs as Fighting Flares in Middle East, Ukraine - WSJ

     WSJOil prices and OPEC+

   • 20:06News

     Israeli strike on tent in Gaza's Khan Younis kills three

     Al JazeeraIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 20:03News

     NATO Details Plan to Shield Ukraine's European Allies From Russia - The New York Times

     The New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 18:52News

     Cuba forges ahead with renewable energy plans amid US oil blockade

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+

   • 18:51News

     UK blames Iran for airbase plot, sanctions two Iranian nationals

     Al JazeeraIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 18:36News

     Abramovich's close associate misled UK court in £1bn oil-fields case, documents suggest - BBC

     BBCOil prices and OPEC+

   • 18:32News

     Houthi assault on Saudi airports strikes at MBS's economic vision - Financial Times

     Financial TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 18:15News

     After Russian Diesel Deal, Trump Faces New Crisis Over Ukraine

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 17:15News

     Higher rates could be needed to avoid 'inflationary mindset' taking hold, says Fed's Hammack

     CNBCFederal Reserve and US interest rates

   • 17:08News

     Higher rates could be needed to avoid 'inflationary mindset' taking hold, says Fed's Hammack - CNBC

     CNBCFederal Reserve and US interest rates

   • 17:06News

     NATO Details Plan to Shield Ukraine's European Allies from Russia

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 16:20News

     Trump Gives Putin a Hand in Russia's Economic War With Ukraine

     New York TimesRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 15:52News

     Iran's Revolutionary Guards 'almost certainly' behind RAF Fairford threats, says Burnham

     The GuardianIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 15:44News

     Saudi Arabia Faces More Attacks as It Reels From Airport Strikes

     New York TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 15:41News

     Israel pupil, 15, killed, over 20 hurt, after suspected leftover bomb detonates

     SCMPIsrael, Gaza and Lebanon conflict

   • 15:19News

     Oil tanker reportedly attacked in Strait of Hormuz region

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 14:35News

     Oil surge keeps S&P 500, Nasdaq in check before earnings; Salesforce lifts Dow - Reuters

     ReutersOil prices and OPEC+

   • 14:31News

     Why are the Houthis striking Saudi airports? - Al Jazeera

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 14:30News

     Iran sets crosshairs on 'US-UAE' oil shuttle out of Strait of Hormuz - Al Jazeera

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingOil prices and OPEC+

   • 14:27News

     Iran-Saudi talks on Yemen's Houthis: What's in it for Tehran?

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shippingIran nuclear talks and sanctions

   • 14:25News

     Iran sets crosshairs on 'US-UAE' oil shuttle out of Strait of Hormuz

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 13:32News

     Oil Prices Rebound Amid Persistent Middle East Supply Risks - WSJ

     WSJOil prices and OPEC+

   • 12:54News

     Skies over Saudi capital empty after deadly Houthi airport strikes - Reuters

     ReutersStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 12:23News

     Saudi Arabia faces more drone, missile attacks after Houthi's fatal airport strikes

     SCMPStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 12:10News

     Russia-Ukraine live: Zelensky says Russia hit Ukrainian power plant after Trump declared energy ceasefire - BBC

     BBCRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 12:02News

     Stock Market Today: Oil Gains on Fresh Energy Strikes in Ukraine - Live Updates - WSJ

     WSJOil prices and OPEC+

   • 11:56News

     China, EU take a breath after surprise deal brings temporary halt to trade tussle

     SCMPUS tariffs and the trade war

   • 11:49News

     Saudi Arabia further suspends flights after latest deadly Houthi attack on airport

     The GuardianStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:38News

     Zelenskyy blindsided after Trump announces 'energy ceasefire' in Ukraine war | First Thing

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 11:37News

     Iran Offers to Mediate Between Its Houthi Allies and Saudi Arabia

     New York TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:37News

     Iran Offers to Mediate Between Its Houthi Allies and Saudi Arabia - The New York Times

     The New York TimesStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:30News

     'Energy ceasefire': What's behind Trump's love-hate ties to Russian oil?

     Al JazeeraOil prices and OPEC+

   • 11:30News

     Giants Brigades lead southern Yemen fightback against the Houthis

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:17News

     Saudi Arabia vows resilience as Houthi strikes hit Riyadh airport

     Al JazeeraStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 11:00News

     Global diesel shortage: why Gulf refined fuel exports lag crude oil shipments

     SCMPOil prices and OPEC+

   • 10:48News

     Global travel warnings after Iran-backed Houthi militants strike Riyadh airport

     CNBCStrait of Hormuz and Red Sea shipping

   • 10:41News

     Zelenskyy vows to retaliate if Russian strikes on Ukraine's power grid continue

     The GuardianRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 10:35News

     Ukraine's Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Trump's 'energy ceasefire'

     Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war and ceasefire talks

   • 10:33News

     How China and the EU pressed pause on trade war - and what it took to get there - South China Morning Post

     South China Morning PostUS tariffs and the trade war