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Trump announces immediate energy ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine

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President of the United States, Donald Trump. Photo: The White House United States President Donald Trump on Sunday announced an immediate “energy ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine, saying both sides had agreed to halt attacks targeting energy infrastructure. Trump made the announcement in a post on his Truth Social platform, although there was no immediate confirmation from either Kyiv or Moscow that an agreement had been reached or had taken effect. “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. “Both parties have agreed. Do not break it! Thank you for your attention to this matter. “President DONALD J. TRUMP”, he wrote. The announcement came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said earlier on Sunday that Kyiv was prepared to stop strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow halted attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. However, Zelensky subsequently said Trump’s announcement was news to him, while indicating that Ukraine ...
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Saudi Arabia set to retaliate against Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure

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  A Houthi supporter wearing a military uniform holds a mock missile as he joins Houthi supporters in a rally to show support to the movement as fighting intensifies across several Yemeni fronts, in Sana'a, Yemen, October 9, 2026 (photo credit: REUTERS/Mohammed al-Mahdi) Saudi Arabia has vowed a firm response to a deadly attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport that killed 12 people and wounded 309 others on October 10. The attack is part of a growing campaign by the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen targeting Saudi Arabia’s airports and civilian infrastructure. It comes as fighting intensifies in Yemen and maritime security concerns spread across the Gulf. This deadly attack will require a response. The attack was designed to spread terror and strike at strategic infrastructure. Similar to how Iran targeted US bases in the region, Iran’s allies in Yemen are seeking to disrupt civilian life in Saudi Arabia by getting airports closed and flights canceled.
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Flagrant violation of int'l law': World leaders rally behind Riyadh after Houthi airport strike

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  Large plume of black smoke rises from the fuel storage area at King Khalid International Airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 19, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone. (photo credit: REUTERS/STRINGER) Members of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement condemned the recent Houthi attack on Riyadh's international airport, which left at least 12 people dead and over 300 wounded, with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calling the Houthis’ actions a “flagrant violation of international law” that must be stopped immediately. “Attacks targeting civilians and critical infrastructure are completely unacceptable and constitute a serious threat to regional peace and stability,” Sharif stated, extending condolences to those wounded and the bereaved families. “Pakistan stands in unwavering solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its leadership and brotherly people.”
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IDF continues search for unidentified aerial object detected entering Israel near Lebanese border

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  A screenshot from a video showing the unidentified aerial object which set off alarms in the Western Galilee, October 10, 2026. (photo credit: Screenshot/X/@ItayBlumental) IDF soldiers continued searching the area around Arab el-Aramsha in the Western Galilee, near the Lebanese border, on Sunday morning after an unidentified aerial object was detected entering Israeli territory on Saturday night. The incident began at about 8 p.m. on Saturday, when the area's hostile aircraft infiltration alerts were activated. Searches resumed at first light on Sunday, as the IDF continued investigating the circumstances of the incident and seeking to rule out a potential security threat. העצם הבלתי מזוהה כפי שנקלט אתמול באחד היישובים בגליל המערבי - והוביל לסריקות נרחבות במהלך הלילה ופריסת מחסומים. שקית? בלון? מצנח רחיפה? עב"ם? https://t.co/6G2fHmTerB — איתי בלומנטל Itay Blumental (@ItayBlumental) October 11, 2026
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The US Embassy in Riyadh Issued Emergency security alert

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The US Embassy in Riyadh issued a security alert Saturday, advising American citizens to avoid King Khalid International Airport and surrounding areas following reported attacks on the airport, according to a post on X/Twitter. Security Alert: U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia (October 10, 2026) The U.S. Mission is aware of attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 10 and strongly recommends all U.S. citizens avoid this airport and surrounding areas. U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. U.S. citizens should be aware of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions. We recommend checking your flight departure status directly with the airline and with the airport. U.S. Government Employee Travel Restrictions: U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. U.S....
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US military has lost 81 aircraft in Iran war according to Congressional report

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  USS Abraham Lincoln sails toward Laem Chabang Port in Chonburi province, Thailand Wednesday, 2nd September 2026 (photo credit: REUTERS/Chalinee Thirasupa) Eighty-one aircraft in the US military have been destroyed or damaged during the war with Iran, a Congressional Research Service report released this week said. Among the aircraft lost are some of the most advanced weapons in the US arsenal, including the F-35A fighter jet and the E-3 Sentry, which has four jet engines and a radar dome on its fuselage used to track targets and manage airspace during engagements. Go to the full article > >
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Trump says US may join Saudi strikes against Houthis: 'We'll make a

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  US President Donald Trump departs for Tennessee, at Joint Base Andrews Saturday, 10th October 2026 (photo credit: REUTERS/Eric Lee) US President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States may join Saudi Arabia military strikes against the Houthis, saying his administration is reviewing the latest developments and could reach a decision quickly. Asked whether he had decided if the US would participate in the Saudi strikes, Trump replied: "We may. We're going to look at it soon. We just found out about the recent attack, so we'll make a decision. We move very quickly."
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