Russia, Ukraine and the United States begin three-way peace talks in Abu Dhabi, the first since February. President Trump says new strikes on Iran are unlikely after meeting Qatar's prime minister. A Republican congressman filed articles to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war. An explosion at a steel plant in Turkey killed 17 people. British author M. John Harrison won the Booker Prize at age 81.
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Delegations from Ukraine, Russia and the United States meet in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. It is the first three-way round since February. Kyiv says it will press for prisoner exchanges and security guarantees. Europeans will attend but are not at the table. Moscow has rejected a freeze in fighting, saying Kyiv would use a pause to rearm. US officials describe some flexibility on both sides, and Trump says both are tired of fighting. Russian strikes cut power to hundreds of thousands in eastern Ukraine ahead of the talks.
Why it matters: The talks could set terms for ending Europe's largest war and decide how Ukraine's energy and security are protected.
Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Talks stalled in February when US attention shifted to the Iran war. A brief local truce around Oleshky was agreed last month.
Trump said renewed US strikes on Iran are unlikely after meeting Qatar's prime minister in Washington. He said Qatar and Saudi Arabia prefer no new attacks. He also said US forces are ready if circumstances change. Iranian officials called talk of negotiations fake news and repeated seven conditions for any talks. Secretary of State Rubio said negotiations remain unproductive. A UAE official warned the Gulf faces prolonged uncertainty.
Why it matters: The war has disrupted oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and raised energy prices worldwide.
The US and Iran have been at war this year. Iran has partly blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route. Qatar acts as a mediator.
Nvidia's board is investigating CEO Jensen Huang after he admitted an affair with a woman US intelligence suspects of working for China. Shares fell more than 4%, wiping out about $200 billion in value. Trump said the FBI is looking into it, and that Huang told him he did not know she was a spy. Shareholders have sued. China rejects the claims as slander. Analysts point to risk because Huang has no clear successor.
Why it matters: The scandal tests US-China tech tensions and the future of the world's leading AI chipmaker.
Nvidia designs the chips that power most advanced AI. Huang co-founded it in 1993 and is close to Trump.
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie filed articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. He accuses him of waging war on Iran without congressional authorization. A House vote is expected this week and is likely to fail. Trump and Rubio defended Hegseth, and Trump called Massie a loser. Hegseth plans a news conference to defend his record.
Why it matters: The vote tests Republican unity after midterm losses and the war's political cost.
Democrats won the midterm elections and take control of Congress soon. The Iran war has raised energy prices and inflation.
The UN climate summit opened in Antalya, Turkey. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said high fossil fuel prices spread inflation. Scientists expect 2026 to be the hottest year on record. A projection says fossil CO2 emissions will fall 0.4% in 2026.
Why it matters: Decisions on climate money and energy affect every country's costs and emissions.
Nearly 200 countries meet each year to set climate goals.
Iranian state media reported explosions on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz after the US military fired projectiles. An Iranian official said there was no vital damage. The strike came as Trump said new attacks were unlikely.
Why it matters: Any clash near Hormuz threatens the oil shipping lane used by many countries.
Qeshm is Iran's largest island, in the Strait of Hormuz. The US and Iran have been in conflict this year.
A Houthi ballistic missile intercepted over Riyadh damaged several floors of an Aramco administrative tower. No casualties were reported. Saudi officials inspected the building. The Saudi-led coalition said it destroyed more Houthi missiles and later struck missile factories in Sanaa.
Why it matters: Attacks on Saudi energy sites add to risks for global oil supply.
Yemen's Houthis are at war with a Saudi-led coalition. Saudi Arabia also relies on its East-West pipeline to bypass Hormuz.
An explosion at the Habas iron and steel plant in Aliaga killed 17 people and injured 12. Erdogan announced an investigation after a crane reportedly collapsed into a furnace. Workers and opposition critics question site safety.
Why it matters: It renews concern over industrial safety in Turkey.
Turkey has had several deadly industrial accidents.
The 24-year-old gunman who killed six people in Krakow's main square died in hospital. About 15 people were wounded. Prosecutors say it is too early to name a motive. He had about 500 rounds of ammunition. Tusk and Nawrocki laid flowers together.
Why it matters: It was Poland's first mass shooting of this scale.
Krakow's Main Market Square is a major tourist site.
The death toll rose to 39 after a Europe-bound boat capsized off Louga. Twenty-three victims were identified. The route to Spain's Canary Islands remains dangerous.
Why it matters: It shows the risk of the Atlantic route to Europe.
Many West African migrants try to reach the Canaries.
President Herzog asked former army chief Gadi Eisenkot to form a government. Netanyahu called for a unity government without Hamas supporters. Eisenkot has options including Arab parties or ultra-Orthodox partners.
Why it matters: A new government could end Netanyahu's long tenure.
France accused Iran's Revolutionary Guards of hacking refrigeration controls at about 700 retail sites. Food was spoiled. Paris opened an inquiry and summoned the ambassador. It promised European sanctions.
Why it matters: It shows Iran's conflict reaching European infrastructure.
Pope Leo XIV drew about 2.5 million to a Mass in Buenos Aires. He told Milei the economy must serve people. He defended unions and visited a care home hit by cuts. Milei said he is willing to engage in dialogue.
Why it matters: It puts the Church's voice into Argentina's austerity debate.
SoftBank shares jumped 11% as Asian tech rallied after Wall Street rebounded. Seoul stocks opened sharply higher and triggered a trading pause. A sharp oil decline lifted sentiment.
Why it matters: Falling oil prices ease cost pressure worldwide.
The Senate advanced a bipartisan bill to speed gas pipelines and clean energy projects. It would make AI data centers pay for power upgrades. Environmental groups and some Democrats oppose it.
Why it matters: It could speed energy construction across the US.
Doctors reported a potentially significant treatment for stiff person syndrome. Some trial patients returned to work. Separately, a UCSF therapy wiped out brain tumors in all mice tested.
Why it matters: Early results offer hope for hard-to-treat conditions.
Prime Minister Lecornu brought forward a 1.6% minimum wage rise to December. Unions were not convinced. Judo champion Teddy Riner said he will run for president.
Why it matters: Cost-of-living anger is shaping the 2027 race.
Two passenger trains collided at El Ayyat, killing seven and injuring 125. Repairs began Monday. Lawmakers call for accountability from the transport minister.
Why it matters: It renews calls to overhaul Egypt's old rail network.
A notorious gang leader in Haiti was killed in a drone strike, and gangs are under pressure from Salvadoran troops and the UN-backed Gang Suppression Force. Some gangs now say they will talk.
Why it matters: Progress against gangs could ease Haiti's crisis.
Egypt announced a Mediterranean gas find estimated at 200 billion cubic feet. It also reopened its Tripoli embassy after 12 years to rebuild energy ties.
Why it matters: New gas supply supports Egypt's energy needs.
England beat Australia 45-22 at Twickenham in a Test that coach Steve Borthwick and his squad needed to win. England scored seven tries, and the Wallabies' tour started with a heavy defeat.
Lando Norris of McLaren won the São Paulo Grand Prix in wet conditions. Mercedes clinched the 2026 constructors' championship, their first team title since 2021.
Preorders for new AI-powered smart glasses built by Samsung and Google will begin on Thursday. The glasses are part of the companies' joint AI device work.
Nvidia, SK Telecom and the South Korean AI chip firm Rebellions plan a joint heterogeneous computing system for AI. The system will mix different kinds of processors.
Godzilla Minus Zero was the No. 1 movie in North America with $31.6 million in ticket sales this weekend. The figures were announced by BoxOfficeMojo.com.
Markets rose as oil fell on hopes of ending the Iran war. The S&P 500 gained 2.35% and the Nikkei 2.64%. Brent crude slipped 0.36% to $92.24, down 11.9% over the month. Nvidia's scandal still weighs on tech.
Iran peace hopes and oil
Trump's comments on holding off strikes cut oil. Cheaper fuel eases costs for households and firms.
Tech rebound and Nvidia risk
Chip stocks bounced in Asia after Wall Street, though Nvidia fell over its CEO scandal.
Rising factory prices
China's producer prices rose 5.7%. Higher input costs can reach consumers.
Europe and energy costs
Europe's stocks rose as energy fears eased, but the gas market faces winter uncertainty.
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