Islamic State-affiliated militants kill 48 in Mali, an official says
An attack by militants affiliated with the Islamic State killed 48 people in Mali’s Ménaka region, according to a lawmaker.
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First published 21 October 2026
First published 21 October 2026
Zelenskyy says early warnings of Russian missile attacks have resumed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv is again receiving early warnings from partners about incoming Russian missiles after recent strikes occurred without sufficient notice.
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EU unveils a new Arctic strategy as climate and security concerns reshape the region
The European Union announced a new Arctic strategy as climate change and security concerns reshape the region, amid heightened tensions involving Greenland, Iceland and the wider Arctic.
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U.S.-Ukraine ties hit a new low as Trump eases pressure on Russia
The U.S.-Ukraine alliance is facing a major rupture as President Donald Trump eases pressure on Russia and Kyiv reports disruptions to satellite support for its military operations, developments that could affect the war and transatlantic relations.
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Houthis attack Yemen’s besieged Taiz as the U.N. warns the city faces grave risk
Houthi forces attacked Taiz, a besieged Yemeni city that the United Nations says is at grave risk. The conflict has intensified since airstrikes shattered a ceasefire that had largely halted Yemen’s civil war.
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Suspect arrested after historic French town hall was set on fire during unrest
A suspect was arrested after the historic town hall in Limoges was set ablaze during unrest, with the clock tower’s spire collapsing in the fire, French media reported.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth makes unannounced visit to Israel
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made an unannounced visit to Israel and met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to the Associated Press.
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Trump’s push for deals with Russia fuels frustration over Ukraine
Recent steps by President Trump that appear to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his growing desire to normalize relations with Moscow, even if Ukraine is further undercut, The New York Times reported.
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Trump open to three-way arms-control talks with Xi and Putin as early as November
President Donald Trump said he was open to holding three-way arms-control talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as November 2026. He described possible discussions on nuclear weapons, denuclearization and trade.
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Drone attacks in Sudan kill three children in Khartoum and dozens in Kordofan
Drone attacks in Sudan killed three children in Khartoum and dozens of civilians in Kordofan, according to residents and local sources. The attacks highlight the continuing escalation of the conflict.
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Paris Police Impose Overnight Curfews in Two Areas After France’s Worst Rioting in Years
Paris police imposed overnight curfews in two areas after France experienced its worst rioting in years, including violence targeting public buildings and businesses. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu also backed limited, localized curfews in affected areas.
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UN Food Program Cuts Aid to 500,000 in Gaza and 200,000 in the West Bank Amid Funding Shortage
The World Food Program has reduced assistance to 500,000 Palestinians in Gaza and 200,000 in the West Bank because of funding shortages. Its acting head is appealing for $450 million to restore food aid and provide hot meals and parcels for six months.
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French Bonds and Stocks Sell Off as Protests Increase Pressure on Public Finances
French bond and stock markets came under renewed selling after violent protests led to burned public buildings, looted shops and about 2,400 arrests. The spread between French and German 10-year borrowing costs widened, adding pressure to France’s public finances.
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Houthi Missile Strike on Yemen Camp Kills 50 Security Recruits, Local Authorities Say
Three missiles struck a camp in Yemen’s government-controlled Shabwa province that officials said was being used as a training centre for new recruits. Local authorities reported that 50 security recruits were killed.
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Kenyan Cult Leader Found Guilty of 191 Murders, Nearly All of Them Children
Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie was found guilty of 191 murder charges in Kenya. According to the report, all but one of the victims were children.
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Unrest from France to Albania puts pressure on European governments and security forces
Violent unrest has spread across parts of Europe, including France and Albania, increasing pressure on governments and security forces. The developments are raising broader concerns about political instability and public order in the region.
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Russia launches major attack across Ukraine with ballistic missiles and more than 200 drones
Russia fired ballistic missiles and more than 200 drones at targets across Ukraine, damaging more than 10 energy facilities. Ukrainian officials said the attack disrupted electricity supplies to more than half a million households.
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Russia launches large air assault on Ukraine, damaging energy facilities and cutting power to more than 500,000 households
Russia launched a large overnight air assault on Ukraine, damaging energy facilities and cutting power to more than half a million households. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine received no advance warning from its partners.
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Egypt agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself amid escalating Houthi attacks
Egypt agreed to support Saudi Arabia as fighting with Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen escalated. The conflict has killed at least 19 people, disrupted thousands of flights and unsettled global markets.
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France imposes curfews in parts of Paris and other cities after nationwide rioting
France imposed curfews in parts of Paris and other cities after nationwide rioting. The interior minister acknowledged that police were underprepared for the scale of the unrest, while Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu defended their efforts and pledged to restore order.
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North Korea threatens to resume propaganda broadcasts and deploy more weapons along the South Korean border
North Korea threatened to resume propaganda loudspeaker broadcasts and deploy more weapons along its border with South Korea. The warning came amid continuing tensions after mine blasts injured three South Korean soldiers last month.
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Ethiopia’s internal conflicts and regional ambitions fuel fears of a wider confrontation
Ethiopia’s internal conflicts, ambitions to gain access to the Red Sea and disputes over the Nile dam are combining to raise fears of a broader regional confrontation involving several countries in the Horn of Africa.
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Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over remarks it says threatened force
The Philippines summoned China’s ambassador to protest remarks Manila characterized as a threat to use force. The dispute followed Philippine officials’ criticism of Beijing’s actions in the contested South China Sea, while China accused unnamed individuals of undermining bilateral relations.
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Zelensky Says Trump Is Pressuring Ukraine to Surrender to Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he did not want to believe Washington sought to end the war at Ukraine’s expense, but added that this was how the situation appeared to him.
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Israeli police arrest 10 after settler violence against journalist and diplomats
Israeli police arrested 10 people in connection with settler violence in the occupied West Bank. The incidents included attacks on a foreign journalist and European diplomats and drew strong international criticism of Israel.
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Protests over living costs and schools erupt into attacks on French city halls and shops
The New York Times reported that rioters attacked city halls and shops over the weekend amid protests linked to living costs and poor school conditions.
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Haiti gangs target international force in its biggest attack since operations began
Gangs in Haiti opened fire on an armored vehicle, leaving four Salvadoran soldiers unaccounted for. It was the first major attack since an international gang-suppression force began operations in the country.
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine received no early warning before Russia hit its power grid again
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine received no early warning from partners before another Russian attack on its power infrastructure. The strikes came amid worsening tensions between Kyiv and Washington.
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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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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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