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Saudi civil defence authorities issued an all-clear on Thursday after an emergency alert in Khamis Mushait amid clashes with Houthis. Officials said the danger had passed. This follows recent Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure. Fighting has escalated in recent months, raising fears of a return to broader conflict.
Four Republican Senate candidates avoided discussing tariffs and the Iran war during Wednesday’s convention in Dallas. Instead, they focused on Mr. Trump’s tax law and criticized their Democratic opponents. Mr. Trump encouraged voters to support him, saying, "Pretend I'm on the ballot," while defending his policies to the gathered crowd.
South Korea’s president ruled out extending his single term in office, a spokesman said Thursday. The leader previously suggested constitutional reforms, but officials now say re-election is impossible. "The idea of a consecutive term is completely impossible and not even a matter for consideration," the presidential secretary said recently.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner travelled to Moscow and Kyiv to meet Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. President Trump says they will bring a new proposal to end the war. However, Russian bombardment of Kyiv resumed shortly after they left. Global tensions remain high as many conflicts continue to rise.
The Alternative for Germany party saw resounding success in the Saxony-Anhalt election. This win brings the prospect of a Russia-friendly party running a regional government. The party is on a roll, buoyed by dissatisfaction with Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Nationally, AfD polls six to seven percentage points ahead of the CDU.
Blanche d’Alpuget died after a life that shaped Australian literature and politics. She faced intense public abuse after her affair with Bob Hawke became public in late 1994. She said, “I was very shocked and distressed by the trolling and abuse.” Blanche remained a bold, fearless writer until the end.
It is 25 years this week since the 9/11 attacks. Experts now warn that US counter-terror efforts are failing due to budget cuts and staff losses. Bruce Hoffman said: “the counter-terrorism architecture built after 9/11 is eroding.” Many fear this neglect creates risks similar to those before the 2001 attacks.
Fighting escalated across Yemen as the government said Houthi artillery killed three children in Marib. Saudi Arabia also reported new Houthi threats against its infrastructure on Thursday. Clashes have killed or wounded over 1,000 people since August 24. Regional tensions rose as Pakistan warned that Houthi attacks could trigger defense pacts.
Ford faces mixed reactions from the Trump administration over its Chinese business partnerships. On September 9, the House Select Committee on China criticized the automaker for its contradictory stance. A Ford spokesman said on Wednesday: "This whole situation is very puzzling." Officials remain divided on how to handle Chinese competition.
President Donald Trump’s supporters gathered at the first-ever midterm convention in Dallas on Friday. Many attendees said they want a clear message of unity and affordability from the party. They hope this focus helps the GOP hold onto its congressional majorities as the group looks toward the upcoming national elections.
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States may hit Iran's Pickaxe Mountain. During a speech, Trump warned Tehran, "I would advise Iran not to get cute because we will have to hit them very hard." The site is near a uranium facility, amid rising oil and gas prices.
Helena Foulkes won the Democratic nomination for governor of Rhode Island, defeating Gov. Dan McKee, The Associated Press said on Wednesday night. Foulkes used frustration over the 2023 Washington Bridge closure to gain support. McKee became the first sitting governor to lose a primary in Rhode Island since 1994.