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Netanyahu’s new security doctrine: Regional strategy or election ploy?
Israeli PM Netanyahu unveiled a security doctrine emphasizing preemptive military action and regional alliances, released nine days before parliamentary elections that could determine his political future.
Florida issues arrest warrant for Cuban leader Raul Castro
Florida has issued an arrest warrant for 95-year-old former Cuban leader Raul Castro on charges related to the 1996 shooting down of two aircraft that killed four people.
The kingmakers who could determine Israel’s election
Arab-led parties representing Palestinian citizens of Israel could prove crucial kingmakers in the October 27 election, as polls show neither Netanyahu’s bloc nor the opposition winning an outright majority.
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
An overnight attack on St Petersburg struck two oil facilities and other infrastructure, killing at least one person and injuring five, amid escalating strikes between Russia and Ukraine.
Guardian reporter filmed masked militants seconds before West Bank attack on French mayor
Israeli masked militants attacked European diplomats and a French mayor harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank, with Prime Minister Netanyahu questioning the account rather than pledging accountability.
EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says
Ukraine’s largest steel company boss says EU tariffs aimed at China unfairly hit Ukrainian exports, requesting exemptions as the industry faces Russian bombardment and reduced market access.
Kinship and surveillance: The return of Somali piracy
Somali piracy has surged since late April 2026, with fishing communities in Bander Beyla facing severe restrictions, arrests, and surveillance amid efforts to disrupt land-based support networks.
Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
Brazil’s President Lula and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro engaged in a heated first debate, exchanging personal attacks and clashing over corruption, security, and healthcare a week before the presidential run-off election.
Monday briefing: What you need to know about a weekend of ‘chaos’ in France
France experienced a weekend of mass protests and riots that left cities damaged and resulted in thousands of arrests, prompting President Macron to condemn the violence in a televised address.
Kinship and surveillance: The return of Somali piracy
Somali piracy has surged since late April 2026, with fishing communities in Bander Beyla facing severe restrictions, arrests, and surveillance amid efforts to disrupt land-based support networks.
Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
Brazil’s President Lula and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro engaged in a heated first debate, exchanging personal attacks and clashing over corruption, security, and healthcare a week before the presidential run-off election.
Monday briefing: What you need to know about a weekend of ‘chaos’ in France
France experienced a weekend of mass protests and riots that left cities damaged and resulted in thousands of arrests, prompting President Macron to condemn the violence in a televised address.
Mali’s military and armed groups committing abuses against civilians: HRW
Human Rights Watch reports Mali’s military and Russian paramilitary allies have killed civilians in violation of international law, while opposition armed groups have committed similar abuses.
Hezbollah funding plan indicates a new challenge to Lebanon’s government
Hezbollah announced financial aid for Lebanese families displaced by war with Israel, drawing scrutiny from the government and analysts who view it as a challenge to state authority.
Rubio says there was no US pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine
Ukraine’s president said US intelligence-sharing resumed after being interrupted, but Secretary of State Rubio denied any pause occurred, amid tensions over US sanctions relief on Russia.
Qatar warns global energy shockwaves from Iran war have yet to peak
Qatar’s deputy prime minister warns that global energy disruptions from the US-Israel conflict with Iran have not yet peaked, signaling potential further supply chain impacts in coming months.
North Korea: What satellite images reveal about Kim Jong Un’s summer retreat
Satellite imagery shows multiple large luxury vessels repeatedly spotted near North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s seaside villa in Wonsan from July through mid-October this year, likely used for recreation by the regime’s elite.
Gaza families fear food shortages as Israel halts commercial shipments
Food prices in Gaza have surged following Israel’s five-day suspension of commercial imports, with families rushing to stock up on staples amid fears of prolonged shortages.
‘Hybrid warfare’: Taiwan drives away 16 Chinese ships
Taiwan’s coastguard confronted and drove away 16 Chinese vessels in coordinated maritime operations, describing the activity as part of Beijing’s “hybrid warfare” strategy in disputed waters.
Trump endorses Netanyahu in Israeli legislative elections
President Trump has endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27, praising him as a dependable ally in the US war against Iran.
GCC condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as Yemen fighting intensifies
The GCC condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and pledged support for the kingdom, while Yemen’s fighting intensified with competing military offensives and humanitarian concerns mounting.
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The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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