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Israel’s ties with Europe are fraying. Can its election change that?
Israel’s relationship with European allies has deteriorated significantly following the Gaza conflict, with some experts questioning whether upcoming elections will improve diplomatic ties or deepen divisions.
Fighting intensifies across Yemen as humanitarian crisis deepens
Fighting between Yemen’s government forces and Houthi fighters has intensified across multiple fronts, with over 233,000 people displaced and humanitarian conditions deteriorating rapidly.
Rubio says Ukraine without access to Starshield, future ‘under discussion’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated Ukraine currently lacks access to Starshield, the military-grade satellite system, though Kyiv’s request to use it for deep strikes inside Russia remains under discussion.
CJP, Abhijeet Dipke: ‘Cockroach’ party founder detained ahead of Central Park Delhi protest
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of India’s Cockroach Janta Party, was detained ahead of a Delhi protest demanding the election chief’s resignation over alleged voter list manipulation.
Albanian protests turn violent: What we know
Albania experienced violent clashes between protesters and police across multiple cities this week, marking an escalation from months of earlier peaceful demonstrations against government policies and corruption allegations.
Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad killed suspect
A teacher in Oregon tackled a teenage shooter in her classroom while a father who happened to pass the school intervened with a legally concealed pistol, fatally stopping the attacker.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia building non-negotiable ‘security zone’ inside Ukrainian border, Putin declares
Russia declares a 660km security zone inside Ukraine’s border as non-negotiable for peace talks, while Trump pauses sanctions and Ukraine faces intensifying attacks killing civilians.
Cameroonians await government reshuffle after Biya’s return
Cameroonians anticipate a government reshuffle following President Paul Biya’s return in August after a 10-week absence, though no appointments have been announced months later.
Southern California wildfire engulfs homes, prompts evacuation orders
A fast-spreading wildfire in Orange County has destroyed multiple homes and forced evacuations of about 16,000 residents, with firefighters battling the blaze from ground and air.
Division in Lebanon over Hezbollah’s confiscated explosives
Lebanese security forces discovered hundreds of kilograms of explosives in a confiscated minivan, sparking tensions between Hezbollah and the government over the materials’ intended use and ownership.
Latest poll shows Bolsonaro maintaining edge over Lula in Brazil run-off
A new poll shows right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro maintaining a narrow lead over leftist President Lula ahead of Brazil’s October 25 run-off election, though the race remains within the margin of error.
Ukraine pushes Russian forces back as US support wavers
Ukraine has pushed back Russian forces and reclaimed territory despite US support wavering, with President Trump lifting oil sanctions on Russia and reportedly restricting Ukraine’s access to intelligence and satellite services.
US records 4,410 measles cases as outbreak grows
The US has recorded 4,410 measles cases in 2026, with Pennsylvania experiencing the largest outbreak at 1,222 cases across 42 counties and five confirmed deaths.
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.
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