October 14, 2026 — World news | The World in Summary

October 14, 2026

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Zelenskyy says Russia continues striking Ukraine’s energy sites despite ceasefire push

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia continued attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure despite President Donald Trump’s push for an energy ceasefire. Ukrainian officials also voiced concern that U.S. support may be weakening.

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Economy

IMF forecasts 3.1% global growth in 2026 but warns of AI boom reversal and debt risks

The IMF expects the global economy to grow at a 3.1% pace in 2026, while warning that a potential reversal of the artificial-intelligence investment boom and high debt levels pose risks to the outlook.

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China’s exports surge, putting its trade surplus on track for a record

China’s exports grew last month at the fastest pace seen in almost any month since the end of the global financial crisis, putting its trade surplus on track for a record.

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Why Saudi Arabia has struggled to defend itself against recent Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia’s costly arsenal of aircraft, missile defenses and other advanced systems has struggled to stop recent Houthi attacks. The strikes have hit airports, killed at least 14 people and disrupted daily life across the kingdom.

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Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer but still plans South America trip

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with a common form of lung cancer about a year and a half into his papacy, but he still plans to travel to South America next month.

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Cyberattacks disrupt European supermarkets, affecting refrigeration systems

Cyberattacks disrupted European supermarket chains, affecting refrigeration systems at hundreds of stores in France and forcing a major grocer to shut down websites serving customers in Europe and the United States. It was unclear whether artificial intelligence was involved.

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US

Trump administration shortens refugees’ deadline to challenge status termination

The Trump administration is shortening the period refugees have to challenge termination of their status. Critics warn the policy could place tens of thousands of people who fled persecution or war on a path toward deportation.

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Trump’s ambassador to Greece resigns after allegations of improper conduct

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as U.S. ambassador to Greece after the White House asked her to leave amid criticism over allegations of improper and possibly illegal conduct before and during her tenure in Athens.

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