Welcome to **ZBC Sairbeen — October 16, 2026**, with Javed Chaudhry.
Stay informed with today’s top international news, in-depth reports, and stories shaping global politics, security, business, and society.
**Today’s Top Stories:**
🔴 **Trump on Iran:** Why the US president says nuclear weapons and American ground troops are not needed in the conflict with Iran.
🌍 **Strait of Hormuz Crisis:** Rising attacks on commercial vessels threaten global oil supplies as Brent crude prices climb above $105 per barrel.
🇾🇪 **Yemen and Saudi Arabia:** Missile attacks, Houthi claims, and growing regional security concerns.
🇺🇸 **US Immigration Debate:** How tighter immigration policies and increased arrests could affect the American economy ahead of the midterm elections.
🏫 **Oregon School Shooting:** A deadly shooting leaves five people dead, including children and a teacher, with others seriously injured.
🇬🇧 **UK Security Alert:** MI5 chief warns of potential extremist threats to mosques and refugee centres.
🇷🇺 **Russia, Pakistan and Afghanistan:** Why the Russian intelligence chief’s visit to Kabul is drawing attention during the Russian interior minister’s visit to Pakistan.
🛰️ **Musk vs Ambani:** The battle over Starlink’s entry into India’s satellite internet market.
📰 **Press Freedom in India:** The risks, threats and harassment faced by Muslim women journalists.
🍪 **The Story of Nan Khatai:** How this beloved traditional South Asian biscuit became a popular delicacy.
🧬 **Gene Editing Breakthrough:** How an advanced treatment in Britain transformed the life of a young girl living with an inherited disease.
📱 **Making Money from Viral Videos:** Meet Eknor, who reportedly earns £10,000 a month by making social media videos go viral.
Also in today’s programme: developments in the US death penalty debate and more international stories.
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