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Middle East Eye

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Saudi Arabia says Houthi attacks violate terms of rapprochement with Iran

Saudi Arabia publicly accused Iran of encouraging Houthi attacks, stating these actions violate the 2023 rapprochement deal brokered by China. Deputy minister Rayed Krimly cited Iran's continued arming and training of the Houthis as a breach of commitments, marking the first public signal that the Yemen war is straining Riyadh-Tehran ties.

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Middle East Eye

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Critically acclaimed video game Big Walk not released on Xbox to support BDS movement

Submitted by Nouran Saleh on Fri, 10/16/2026 - 18:03 Developers from House House explain their boycott of Microsoft as they skip Xbox in the release of their hit game Screen grab from Big Walk by House House's official game website Off Big Walk, a co-op puzzle adventure game, hasn't been featured on Xbox since its August launch, and the developers said it was to align with the Palestinian-led Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement guidelines. House House, the Australian studio behind the

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Middle East Eye

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From LA to DC, activists launch convoy to 'challenge' voters' perceptions of Israel

Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 10/16/2026 - 18:05 The 10-day trip ahead of midterm elections is intended to invite 'Bible belt' Americans to ask questions about why the US has supported Israel in spite of its violations Protesters hold up a blood-stained US and Israeli flag during a march in New York City, on 7 October 2026 (Charly Triballeau/AFP) Off US activists are launching a 10-day, 5,000km trip from Los Angeles, California, to Washington, DC, on Saturday to encourage American voters to ask

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Al Jazeera

center3d ago

How Iran messaging highlights cost of war ahead of US midterm elections

Iranian officials are using English-language messaging to highlight the economic costs of the war with the United States, targeting the American public ahead of the US midterm elections. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has shared articles on inflation and rising energy prices, while the IRGC accused President Trump of misrepresenting the war's economic impact on the US.

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Middle East Eye

center3d ago

US weighs lifting sanctions on Iran's 'shadow fleet' to address surging costs

The US is considering lifting sanctions on Iran's "shadow fleet" tankers to address surging diesel prices ahead of midterm elections. This potential move would allow blacklisted vessels to operate without restrictions, aiming to lower freight rates that have driven up the cost of shipping American energy abroad.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center3d ago

Trump claims he did not order Starshield restrictions for Ukraine

Former US President Donald Trump stated he did not order restrictions on Ukraine's access to SpaceX's Starshield satellite technology, adding he does not believe Elon Musk did either. This statement contradicts earlier reports suggesting the White House issued such an order, which Ukraine's President Zelenskyy had called a mistake that would cause human losses.

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The Guardian Europe

left3d ago

EU’s support to Ukraine matters more than ever, von der Leyen says, as US relationship sours – as it happened

This blog is now closedSeveral leaders offered Zelenskyy very friendly welcome or, in some cases, simply a big hug as he walked into the room before the formal part of the meeting got under way. Speaking to Newsmax last night, Donald Trump repeated his views of the two leaders involved in the conflict.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center3d ago

Emergency power outages in Ukraine, schedules do not apply

Ukrenergo introduced emergency power outages across several Ukrainian regions due to a difficult energy system situation following Russian attacks, suspending previously published schedules. Power engineers are working to restore supply, urging consumers to conserve electricity until the situation stabilizes.

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Middle East Eye

center3d ago

Netanyahu calls for probe into ‘who initiated’ settler attack on Washington Post journalist

Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said on Friday that the facts surrounding a settler attack on Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine in the occupied West Bank “remain unclear”, and called for an investigation into “who initiated the violence”. In a statement on X, the Prime Minister’s Office said Levine had been “allegedly assaulted” during “the confrontation near Abu Falah”.

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Middle East Eye

center3d ago

Iran not seeking nuclear weapons and ‘ready for dialogue’, Pezeshkian says

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian denied on Friday that Tehran sought nuclear weapons as he expressed readiness for dialogue and condemned US sanctions. “Iran is not seeking nuclear weapons, and we consider the malicious propaganda against our country to be lies,” Pezeshkian said during talks with Georgia's prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze.

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Al Jazeera

center3d ago

Division in Lebanon over Hezbollah’s confiscated explosives

On October 5, Lebanese security forces seized hundreds of kilos of explosives, including TNT and C-4, from a minivan in Dahr el-Baydar. Hezbollah claimed the explosives were for use against Israel and demanded their return, but Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam warned of potential internal assassinations, citing past uses of C-4.

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BBC Europe

center3d ago

Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back - with Starlink playing a key role

Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi has liberated 277 sq km in the eastern Donbas region, pushing back Russian forces and blunting an attempted pincer movement, with Ukrainian officials claiming 8,000 Russian casualties in the operation alone. Despite these advances and the critical role of Starshield satellite communications, Ukraine faces ongoing threats from Russian drones and concerns over potential restrictions on its vital connectivity tools.

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Al Jazeera

center3d ago

Gaza malnutrition and starvation at ‘catastrophic’ levels: Health Ministry

Gaza's Health Ministry reported that malnutrition and starvation have reached catastrophic levels, with at least 466 Palestinians dying from these causes since 2024, including one-third children and the largest share elderly individuals. The ministry warned that 67 percent of Gaza's population faces crisis-level food insecurity through 2026, and UNICEF stated that gains in addressing the hunger crisis are fragile and require continuous, predictable supply flows.

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The Guardian Europe

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Power plant attacks reflect Russian blueprint to make Ukrainian cities unlivable

Russian forces have systematically targeted power plants in Kyiv and Kharkiv with missiles and drones, aiming to degrade the quality of life and force capitulation by creating widespread blackouts and water outages. Leaked Russian assessments, now reportedly being implemented, detail plans to destroy energy infrastructure, potentially causing a humanitarian catastrophe in cities like Kyiv.

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BBC Middle East

center3d ago

Palestinians and US journalist injured by Israeli settlers in West Bank harvest attack

The BBC sees masked settlers attack Palestinians trying to harvest olives, amid a surge in similar incidents.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center3d ago

One killed, six injured and buildings damaged in Russian attacks on Ukraine's west and centre – video

Russian attacks on Ukraine's west and center on October 17th killed one person and injured six, damaging civilian infrastructure including a school in Rivne and causing power outages. Attacks also impacted Vinnytsia, Kovel where lorries caught fire, and Ivano-Frankivsk, with authorities working to restore power and assess damage.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

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Iran manages to ship some gas, jet fuel despite US blockade, sanctions, data shows

Iran has managed to export some liquefied petroleum gas and jet fuel since July, with cargoes concealed among other Gulf producers' transfers off Oman, according to shipping intelligence and maritime security sources. Despite a US naval blockade described as 'ironclad,' analysis shows at least eight gas tankers and one jet fuel tanker have moved Iranian products, with most LPG cargoes estimated at 4.1 million barrels likely destined for China.

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Al Jazeera

center3d ago

Ethiopia announces instalment of interim government in Tigray

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on Friday the installation of a six-month interim government in Tigray, following the Ethiopian military's retaking of the region from the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF). This administration, appointed by the federal government, will govern until free elections are held, aiming to stabilize the region after the TPLF's recent insurrection.

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Al Jazeera

center3d ago

Palestinians, US journalist attacked in West Bank pogrom: What we know

Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians harvesting olives and severely beat Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center3d ago

Zelenskyy confirms Starlink speed restrictions hindered interception of jet-powered Shaheds

Zelenskyy said reduced Starlink speeds left Ukraine unable to intercept some jet-powered Shaheds or deliver supplies to troops and denied long-range strike use.

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