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First published 20 October 2026

Houthi Rebels Attack Yemen Government Forces, Killing at Least 53

Houthi rebels attacked Yemen’s government forces, killing at least 53 people. The Houthis have also recently struck Saudi Arabia’s main international airport and seized territory near a key shipping chokepoint.

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First published 16 October 2026

Russia strikes nine Ukrainian regions as tensions grow between Zelenskyy and Trump

Russian strikes hit nine Ukrainian regions as civilian casualties rise and tensions grow between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump. The attacks come amid worsening disputes over Ukraine’s military strategy and U.S. support.

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First published 16 October 2026

Drone attacks on Black Sea cargo vessels raise fears Russia is testing NATO’s response

Drone attacks on at least seven cargo vessels in the Black Sea have raised concerns that Russia may be testing NATO’s willingness to support Ukraine. Several incidents occurred near Romania and Bulgaria, both NATO members.

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First published 16 October 2026

Ukraine Abandons U.S.-Announced Energy Truce and Strikes Russian Oil Refinery

Ukraine struck a Russian oil refinery after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv would no longer support a U.S.-announced ceasefire covering energy targets. The move deepened tensions between Kyiv and Washington over the proposed truce.

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First published 16 October 2026

Zelensky Says Ukraine Will Resume Strikes on Russian Refineries, Defying Trump

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine would resume strikes on Russian refineries after pausing them to comply with a U.S. demand, and expressed frustration with the United States.

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First published 16 October 2026

Saudi-led coalition says it thwarted a missile attack targeting Medina

A Saudi-led coalition said it thwarted a missile attack targeting Medina. The Houthis also claimed an attack near Aden, where officials reported deaths amid escalating fighting involving Saudi-backed forces.

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First published 16 October 2026

Drone Strike on Ship in Romanian Waters Raises Fears Ukraine War Is Spreading

A drone struck a ship in Romanian waters, causing a fire and prompting search-and-rescue operations, adding to concerns that Russia’s war in Ukraine could spread beyond the country’s borders.

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First published 16 October 2026

Two Killed in Explosions Near Yemen Government Palace in Latest Houthi Attack

At least two people were killed in explosions near a palace used by Yemen’s government in Aden. The Houthis claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks, further complicating efforts to end the wider regional war.

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First published 15 October 2026

Ukraine seeks stronger intelligence support from European allies amid uncertainty over U.S. assistance

Ukraine is seeking stronger support from European allies as uncertainty grows over U.S. intelligence assistance. Kyiv also says restrictions on Starlink are disrupting military drone operations and communications.

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First published 15 October 2026

Report says Yemen’s Houthis obtained Chinese components for ballistic-missile production

Conflict Armament Research says the Houthis obtained Chinese components for ballistic-missile production. The findings come as the group continues attacks against Saudi Arabia and threatens a critical regional trade route.

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First published 15 October 2026

Ukraine’s vulnerability grows as Russian strikes cut power and satellite access is restricted

A major Russian attack cut power to about 600,000 people in Kyiv, while apparent restrictions on a Pentagon-funded satellite internet program hampered Ukraine’s war effort and raised confusion about the U.S. position.

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First published 15 October 2026

Iran-backed Houthis strike Saudi Aramco headquarters, officials say

Officials said Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck the headquarters of Saudi oil giant Aramco in Dhahran, amid a broader escalation involving missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh and other Saudi targets.

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First published 15 October 2026

Iran says a ship sank after hitting a mine in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions

Iran said a ship sank after striking a mine in the Strait of Hormuz, while explosions were reported in Riyadh and regional tensions continued to escalate.

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First published 15 October 2026

Russian strikes kill three in Kyiv and damage about 30 energy facilities, Ukrainian officials say

Russian missile and drone strikes killed three people in Kyiv and damaged about 30 energy facilities, according to Ukrainian officials, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity amid disputed claims of an energy ceasefire.

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