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Iran urges Iraq to lift flight ban amid US sanctions
Iran urged Iraq to fully lift flight restrictions between the two countries, after services partially resumed at one airport following US sanctions that disrupted regional air travel.
Nepal avalanche kills at least 15 expedition workers
An avalanche at Himlung peak in central Nepal killed at least 15 expedition workers early on Sunday, with rescuers recovering bodies from the base camp in one of the region’s worst recent mountain disasters.
Election debate cancelled in Brazil, bomb scare outside Supreme Court
Brazil’s presidential frontrunners skip a final debate this week citing electoral court rulings, while police investigate a bomb threat at the Supreme Court that proved unfounded.
Greece pushes EU to suspend asylum during mass migration surges
Greece has proposed that EU member states be allowed to temporarily suspend asylum applications during mass migration surges, with support from several countries including the Netherlands.
Miami judge rules federal noncitizen voting law violates US Constitution
A federal judge in Miami ruled that a law criminalizing noncitizen voting is unconstitutional, finding that states, not Congress, have authority over voter qualifications.
US delivers F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan as island eyes threat from China
The US delivered two F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan on Friday as part of an $8 billion agreement to strengthen the island’s defense capabilities against potential Chinese military action.
Swiss glaciers suffer another year of record ice loss
Switzerland’s glaciers lost over 5% of their ice in 2026, continuing a rapid decline linked to global warming. The loss threatens Europe’s water supply and increases risks of landslides and flooding.
Putin shows no sign of stopping the war as Russia doubles down on Ukraine
Vladimir Putin shows no signs of halting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow appearing to intensify military operations and escalate pressure on European supporters of Kyiv.
Cornell case spotlights ‘confusing’ web of systems for reporting campus assaults
A civil lawsuit against Cornell University highlights confusion surrounding how colleges and law enforcement handle sexual assault reports, with advocates noting the overlap between university and criminal justice systems creates barriers for survivors.
Captain Smit Machchhar: The ‘hero’ India pilot who was stabbed on Israel-bound flight
An Indian pilot was stabbed during a Flydubai flight bound for Israel on Wednesday, but managed to allow passengers and crew to overpower the attacker and prevent a crash, saving 174 people.
What life under U.S. sanctions looks like for one ICC judge
A Canadian judge at the International Criminal Court faces extensive U.S. sanctions, losing access to American company services, credit cards, and health insurance coverage after participating in a judicial decision on an Afghanistan investigation.
Kanye West’s Russia shows cancelled after stadium row
Ye’s scheduled concerts at St Petersburg’s Gazprom Arena on October 10 and 11 have been officially cancelled following disputes over the venue’s participation and controversy surrounding his past comments.
Moroccan intelligence uses surveillance to ‘silence’ journalists: Amnesty
Amnesty International has released a report documenting Morocco’s intelligence agency’s use of spyware and surveillance techniques against journalists and human rights defenders, citing testimony from a former agency employee.
British police arrest UK-Iranian national over airbase incident
British police arrested a 27-year-old dual UK-Iranian national in connection with a security incident at RAF Fairford airbase over the weekend, suspecting preparation of terrorist acts.
Israel’s Supreme Court advises Arab party leader to drop election bid
Israel’s Supreme Court advised an Arab party leader to withdraw from an upcoming parliamentary election, warning it could otherwise disqualify his candidacy amid broader moves against Arab electoral lists.
Despite praise and White House visits, Trump avoids endorsing Netanyahu
President Trump has repeatedly praised Netanyahu and hosted him at the White House but avoided directly endorsing the Israeli prime minister in recent comments ahead of Israel’s elections.
US Supreme Court agrees to take up Trump’s ICE detention policy
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case challenging the Trump administration’s policy requiring undocumented immigrants to remain detained without bond hearings during deportation proceedings.
School protests spread as fires, blockades deepen unrest in France
French students have staged widespread protests involving fires and blockades at schools, citing overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, and inadequate facilities across multiple cities.
After Red Sea losses, Yemen’s government forces hold the line
Yemen’s government forces have held defensive positions against Houthi rebel attacks in Taiz governorate following the rebels’ capture of Red Sea coastal territory last month.
Modi’s India takes on Trump more openly, from ‘terrorism’ to tariffs
India’s Foreign Minister criticizes the US for being insensitive to terrorism concerns, warming to Pakistan, and pursuing self-centered trade policies, marking a shift toward more open criticism of the Trump administration.
Palestinians to bury remains of 105 people killed in Israeli attack on Gaza
Palestinians are preparing to bury the remains of 105 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City that occurred in October 2023.
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