The Saudi-led coalition claims a drone was downed over Riyadh, indicating heightened tensions in the region. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict dynamics and the potential for further escalation.
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Saudi-led coalition claims drone downed over Riyadh
22 October 2026 11:40 BST
Saudi-led coalition forces downed a drone over Riyadh, official spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki has said.
The UAE has nominated Lana Nusseibeh to succeed Antonio Guterres as the UN Secretary-General, sparking criticism for her support of Sudanese paramilitary groups and Israel's Gaza policy. Despite opposition, Nusseibeh's nomination is seen as a significant move, potentially opening a path for the first female UN leader and the second Arab secretary-general. Her background and family ties add to the diplomatic intrigue.
Israel has committed a series of violent attacks against Palestinians, resulting in the deaths of four individuals, including a teenage girl, in the past 24 hours. This incident highlights ongoing conflict and human rights violations in the region.
An Israeli attack on a vehicle in Tel al-Hawa, southwest of Gaza City, resulted in the deaths of two Palestinians, as reported by medical sources. The incident occurred on October 22, 2026, at 12:49 BST.