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US lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s top legislator

The United States Treasury Department lifted sanctions on Jorge Rodriguez, head of Venezuela's National Assembly, on Wednesday, removing him from the OFAC SDN blacklist. This move is part of broader US diplomatic engagement and energy pacts with the Venezuelan government, signaling a shift towards negotiation ahead of upcoming talks on Venezuela's political future.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

UK PM promises accelerated delivery of air defence capabilities for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an agreement with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham for accelerated deliveries of British-made air defence systems to Ukraine. These systems are intended to counter Russia's use of jet-powered Shahed drones, a capability discussed during Zelenskyy's visit to London.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

Zelenskyy confident Ukraine's next president will defend country rather than accept Putin's terms

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that any future Ukrainian president, elected by the people, would defend the country rather than accept terms from Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Zelenskyy responded to Donald Trump's suggestion that Ukraine needed a new leader to negotiate an end to the war, emphasizing that only Ukrainians can choose their president and that defending their homeland is a fundamental responsibility.

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The Guardian Middle East

left5d ago

Israel blocks construction of key Gaza base created by Trump peace board

Israel has blocked Arkel International from constructing a military outpost in Gaza for Donald Trump's Board of Peace, preventing the entry of contractors and equipment. This refusal halts the first construction contract issued by the international organization authorized in 2025, jeopardizing the broader stabilization force program central to Trump's claims of resolving the conflict.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

Zelenskyy: Trump's new deals with Putin make him look weak to the world

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump's recent agreements with Vladimir Putin, including a diesel fuel deal and Starlink restrictions, make the US president appear weak globally. Zelenskyy believes these actions represent tactical victories for Putin, who he claims seeks to undermine American influence and is losing on the battlefield.

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

Bangladesh arrests two for luring locals to fight for Russia in Ukraine

Bangladeshi police arrested two individuals, Mizanur Rahman and Abu Taher, for allegedly trafficking at least 30 citizens to Russia with false promises of employment. Seventeen of these recruits were reportedly killed on their first day of deployment after being used as 'bait' to locate Ukrainian positions, with a total of 20 confirmed dead.

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The Guardian Europe

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In Ukraine, civilian casualties were already rising. Restrictions on Starlink will only worsen the death toll

On Tuesday night, Ukraine's military reported that Elon Musk's Starlink system stopped working for drones flying over 80km/h, coinciding with two consecutive nights of Russia bombing Kyiv's power plants without prior warning from Western allies. The immediate significance is a potential disruption to Ukraine's drone operations and a worsening of civilian conditions amidst ongoing Russian strikes.

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

Israel’s former security chief sues Netanyahu for October 7 defamation

Former Shin Bet head Ronen Bar sued Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for defamation on Wednesday, accusing him of lying to cover his responsibility for the October 7 Hamas-led attack. The lawsuit, filed just before Israel's October 27 election, alleges Netanyahu falsely blamed Bar for failures and that the prime minister's own policies increased dangers from Gaza.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

EU has provided €228bn in support to Ukraine since start of full-scale war

The European Union has provided €228 billion in support to Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion began, with an additional €2.86 billion allocated on October 14 for drones, missiles, and battlefield needs. These funds are part of a €90 billion loan package, and further disbursements are contingent on Ukraine implementing relevant reforms.

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Middle East Eye

center5d ago

Yemen government says it raised Houthis' alleged use of Chinese tech with Beijing

Yemen's Foreign Minister Afrah al-Zouba stated on Wednesday that the Yemeni government has discussed with Beijing the Houthis' alleged attempts to utilize Chinese-made technology for weapons manufacturing. Zouba indicated that China expressed keenness to investigate these reports and affirmed its support for the Yemeni government amid escalating civil war.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

Zelenskyy says restricting Starlink for Ukraine will result in human losses

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Elon Musk's decision to restrict Starlink functionality for Ukraine is a mistake that will result in human losses, as the service is losing speed. Zelenskyy hopes this is a technical problem and asks for the service to be restored, emphasizing its importance for Ukrainian forces.

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The Guardian Middle East

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Two container ships sink near strait of Hormuz amid surge in Iranian attacks

Two container ships, the GFS Pride and Cape Dao, sank near the Strait of Hormuz after being struck by projectiles in the past week, according to UKMTO reports. Iran claimed the GFS Pride hit a naval mine while transiting an unauthorized route, but the increased tempo of attacks suggests a deliberate Iranian strategy to influence global oil prices and the upcoming US midterm elections.

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

Ukraine accuses Elon Musk’s SpaceX of throttling Starlink terminals

Ukrainian officials accused SpaceX of throttling Starlink services on Wednesday, limiting terminal functionality for terminals travelling over 100mph and disrupting drone operations and frontline logistics. This alleged throttling, which Poland's foreign minister publicly criticized, occurred as Kyiv faced a second night of Russian ballistic missile attacks.

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

At least two security officials killed near Iran’s critical Chabahar port

At least two Iranian security officials were killed in separate attacks in the Mehrestan district of Sistan-Baluchestan province on Wednesday, near the critical Chabahar port. These incidents add to recent attacks targeting security forces in the region, which Iran's government attributes to "terrorist groups" supported from outside the country.

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Middle East Eye

center5d ago

UN says wants Lebanon stability as end of peacekeepers' mandate looms

UN Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix met Lebanese officials and Unifil troop-contributing countries on Wednesday to reaffirm UN commitment to stability in Lebanon. The mandate for the 7,500-strong Unifil peacekeeping force is set to expire on December 31, 2026, a decision made under US pressure that Lebanese officials are seeking to extend.

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The Guardian Europe

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Ukrainian military’s access to Starlink satellite internet suddenly restricted

Ukraine's military experienced sudden restrictions on Starlink satellite internet terminals on Tuesday evening, leading to the failure of several combat missions, according to a presidential adviser. These restrictions, reportedly linked to US pressure on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian oil facilities, have impacted high-speed mobile usage, though static terminals remain operational.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

Norway to provide over US$78m in additional economic aid to Ukraine

Norway will provide Ukraine with an additional 750 million Norwegian kroner (approximately US$78.5 million) in economic aid to support public sector salaries and infrastructure recovery. These funds will be channeled through the World Bank's SPUR 2 program, leveraging Norway's contribution to secure additional loan financing for Ukraine.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center5d ago

Russia claims new Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, Zelenskyy's office calls it a fake

Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak claimed Ukraine attacked two oil refineries in Saratov and Ryazan oblasts on October 14, stating Ukraine showed no movement towards an energy ceasefire. Dmytro Lytvyn, an adviser to the Ukrainian president, denied the claims as a Russian fake, noting a data center was successfully attacked instead.

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Al Jazeera

center5d ago

Judge extends White House access for US media outlets amid Trump standoff

A federal judge has extended White House access for CNN, MS Now, and Politico, ruling that President Trump likely violated the First Amendment by banning the outlets based on their reporting viewpoints. The decision maintains the media organizations' access until a final determination is made in the case, rejecting the administration's national security claims for the ban.

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The Guardian Europe

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EU says ‘no indication’ intelligence sharing with Ukraine has stopped as Russian attacks leave 600,000 without power – as it happened

The European Commission stated there are no indications that US intelligence sharing with Ukraine has stopped, despite reports of Starlink service disruptions. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet EU leaders in Brussels later this week, while a trial related to the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage has begun in Hamburg.

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