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State parliament elects Germany’s first far-right speaker since second world war
Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland party secured its first regional parliament speaker position since World War II after Tobias Rausch’s election in Saxony-Anhalt, marked by other parties breaking informal agreements to isolate the far-right group.
At least 11 killed as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine using drones and missiles, killing at least 11 people and causing significant damage to energy infrastructure and residential areas across multiple regions.
Has Russia’s fuel crisis given Iranian oil an opening in Central Asia?
Central Asian nations are turning to Iranian oil supplies as Russian fuel shortages mount amid Ukrainian attacks on Moscow’s energy infrastructure, with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan establishing new trade agreements.
Yemen’s Houthis attack Aden airport; Saudi forces down missile near Riyadh
Yemen’s Houthis attacked Aden airport with ballistic missiles and drones, forcing diversion of an incoming civilian flight. Saudi forces separately intercepted a missile launched toward Riyadh.
Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia amid concerns over repatriations
Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing visits Malaysia for talks with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who seeks cooperation on repatriating thousands of Myanmar nationals despite UN and rights group warnings.
‘We’re short of resources’: France’s student protesters, in their words
At least 250,000 students, teachers and parents protested across France on Tuesday against deteriorating school conditions, following weeks of high school blockades that began in September and sparked a robust police response.
Advocates decry detention of Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh by ICE in US
Kashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by ICE at Washington Dulles International Airport on September 24, 2026, sparking calls from advocates for his immediate release.
Fear and a far-right lurch: How October 7 reshaped Israel
Israeli society has undergone fundamental transformation since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, with political trauma exploitation and far-right ascendancy reshaping national discourse and policy.
3 years on, Israelis grapple with reports Netanyahu was warned before Oct. 7 attacks
Three years after the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel, reports emerge that Netanyahu received repeated warnings from regional allies about a potential assault, which he denies.
What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms
NPR’s Morning Edition is traveling to six competitive states to understand voter priorities ahead of the midterm elections, examining economic concerns, immigration, and party loyalty across America.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv claims half of Russia’s oil refining capacity destroyed
Ukraine claims to have destroyed over half of Russia’s oil refining capacity through long-range strikes, significantly hampering Moscow’s ability to supply military forces during the ongoing conflict.
What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?
Iran’s government has announced economic measures to counter US sanctions and military strikes that have damaged the economy by an estimated $270 billion since late February.
Dems have edge in midterms, poll shows. And, Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to close
Polls show Democrats have a decided advantage in midterm elections four weeks away, favored to win the House and with the Senate now within reach. Meanwhile, a $111 billion merger between Paramount-Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to close today.
Vietnamese police arrest 12 suspected of prowling city streets at night, snatching cats for meat
Vietnamese police arrested 12 men suspected of stealing and reselling approximately 2,700 cats for meat in Ho Chi Minh City through an organized operation.
Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline pumping 5.8 million bpd
Saudi Arabia’s energy minister announced the East-West Pipeline is pumping 5.8 million barrels daily after resuming operations following drone strikes last month.
Bulgaria searches for missing crew after drones hit two ships in Black Sea
Two commercial vessels were struck by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria’s coast, sinking one ship and injuring crew members. Bulgarian authorities launched a search for missing personnel.
Tuareg rebels withdraw from strategic town of Kidal in northern Mali
Mali’s Tuareg rebel coalition announced a withdrawal from the strategic northern town of Kidal after six months of control, citing preservation of forces amid military air strikes and Russian-backed operations.
Amid protests, Kosovo’s political deadlock raises prospect of new elections
Kosovo faces political deadlock over presidential elections amid protests against convictions of former KLA leaders, with new elections possible if lawmakers fail to act by midnight Wednesday.
Catalan separatist Puigdemont to return to Spain after warrant lifted
Spain’s Constitutional Court ruled that an amnesty law covers embezzlement charges against Catalan separatist leader Carles Puigdemont, with a Supreme Court judge lifting his arrest warrant on Tuesday, potentially allowing his return from self-exile.
What are the US midterms? A simple guide
Americans will vote in midterm elections on November 3, determining control of Congress and affecting the remainder of Donald Trump’s presidency amid concerns over the economy, immigration, and artificial intelligence regulation.
Air campaign against Houthis under way in Yemen, says Saudi-led coalition
A Saudi-led coalition launched a broad air campaign with 100 fighter jets against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Monday, while allied ground forces advanced along the Red Sea coast.
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