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How Iran messaging highlights cost of war ahead of US midterm elections
Iran has intensified messaging highlighting the economic costs of the US-Israel war ahead of midterm elections, with officials targeting American voters through state media and social platforms.
Hundreds of IDF investigations into killings without public outcome, BBC Verify finds
BBC Verify identified 254 IDF investigations into alleged killings with no public outcome. The military said it was examining 300 incidents but published results for only 28.
‘Blue drum’ murder case: Meerut woman and boyfriend sentenced to death for murder of her husband
A woman and her boyfriend have been sentenced to death in India for murdering her husband in 2025, with the case dubbed ‘the blue drum murder’ after his body was found in a storage container.
Imran Khan: Bollywood actor asked to leave India after participating in CJP protest in Mumbai
Indian authorities ordered Bollywood actor Imran Khan to leave the country by October 28 after he participated in a protest demanding electoral reforms and the resignation of India’s chief election commissioner.
Food and fuel run low as besieged Yemeni city braces for Houthi breakthrough
Taiz, Yemen’s third-largest city, faces severe shortages of food and fuel as Houthi rebels advance and government forces cut off supply routes, with the UN warning that 800,000 people lack vital assistance.
Are student protests being manipulated ahead France’s presidential election?
French student protests spanning over three weeks have escalated into nationwide demonstrations scheduled for Saturday, with unions and yellow vest activists joining. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu suggested the unrest is being politically manipulated ahead of next year’s presidential election.
Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as Trump ‘energy ceasefire’ collapses
Russia launched record drone strikes on Ukraine as Trump’s declared ‘energy ceasefire’ collapsed, with Ukraine resuming attacks on Russian oil refineries despite US pressure.
Israeli ad-tech firm helped place spyware on Al Jazeera devices
An Israeli ad-tech company helped distribute spyware targeting Al Jazeera journalists and other organizations, marking the first known use of infected targeted advertising to deploy malware.
UK Green member behind anti-Zionism motion ‘receives death threats’
A British-Palestinian Green Party member who authored an anti-Zionism motion says she has received death and rape threats following the party’s passage of the resolution earlier this month.
Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as Trump ‘energy ceasefire’ collapses
Russia launched record drone strikes on Ukraine as Trump’s declared ‘energy ceasefire’ collapsed, with Ukraine resuming attacks on Russian oil refineries despite US pressure.
Israeli ad-tech firm helped place spyware on Al Jazeera devices
An Israeli ad-tech company helped distribute spyware targeting Al Jazeera journalists and other organizations, marking the first known use of infected targeted advertising to deploy malware.
UK Green member behind anti-Zionism motion ‘receives death threats’
A British-Palestinian Green Party member who authored an anti-Zionism motion says she has received death and rape threats following the party’s passage of the resolution earlier this month.
Ahead of US midterms, voters are frustrated with Trump, want change: Poll
A new poll shows 80% of Americans want substantial change or upheaval in how the country is run ahead of November 3 midterm elections, with economic concerns driving voter dissatisfaction.
Ethiopian forces expand control in Tigray as militia claims Eritrean losses
Ethiopian forces and allied militia claim expanded control in Tigray, entering the historic city of Aksum, while the pro-government group alleges Eritrean troops have retreated with significant casualties.
Dying in ICE custody: Inside one family’s story of heartbreak
A man detained by immigration authorities died in custody after developing an infection, becoming one of dozens of deaths documented in ICE facilities during the current administration.
France drops opposition to UK being included in ‘Made in Europe’ legislation
France has reversed its opposition to including the UK in EU “Made in Europe” legislation, provided Britain aligns with the bloc on Chinese electric vehicle tariffs.
Somalia says it will hold elections in 2027
Somalia’s election commission announced parliamentary elections scheduled for April 15, 2027, followed by a presidential vote on May 15, 2027, amid opposition boycotts and political tensions.
Thursday briefing: Thanks to an erratic Trump, peace in Ukraine is still far away
Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire in Ukraine without consulting Russia or Ukraine, while fighting continues and diplomatic efforts face mounting obstacles under his unconventional approach to negotiations.
Two container ships sink near strait of Hormuz amid surge in Iranian attacks
Two container ships sank near the Strait of Hormuz after being struck by missiles, marking a significant escalation in Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the strategically vital waterway.
Starlink: Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds
Elon Musk suggested the US government may have imposed speed restrictions on Ukraine’s weapons using Starlink, disrupting battlefield operations amid rising US-Ukraine tensions.
Albania protests: Student protesters attack government ministries in Tirana
Thousands of students in Albania’s capital attacked government buildings during anti-government protests, with riot police responding using tear gas and water cannons.
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