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Brexiters can’t cope with the fact that Putin was cheering them on | Rafael Behr
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The Guardian Europe
left7d ago

Brexiters can’t cope with the fact that Putin was cheering them on | Rafael Behr

Russian meddling probably didn’t affect the referendum result – but the Kremlin’s motives for wanting to undermine the EU still matterRussian territorial aggression against Ukraine didn’t feature much in the Brexit referendum campaign. It made headlines briefly when Boris Johnson blamed Moscow’s 2014 annexation of Crimea on the European Union.

Ukraine–Russia
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Kyiv's winter preparations worst in Ukraine, management changes being considered – Zelenskyy
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

Kyiv's winter preparations worst in Ukraine, management changes being considered – Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy stated Kyiv is the least-prepared region in Ukraine for winter, citing ongoing electricity and water outages following drone attacks. He has initiated consultations on security and management changes for the capital, with Kyiv's mayor rejecting accusations of mishandling preparations.

Ukraine–Russia
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EU leaders and Zelenskyy to discuss support for Ukraine in Brussels on 16 October
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

EU leaders and Zelenskyy to discuss support for Ukraine in Brussels on 16 October

EU leaders will convene in Brussels on October 16 to discuss support for Ukraine, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expected to attend and provide an update on the latest developments. The meeting will focus on Ukraine's needs, funding, preparations for winter, and the consequences of Russia's blockade of Black Sea export routes.

Ukraine–Russia
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Iran fortifies nuclear sites, rebuilds missile arsenal as it prepares for the next war - analysis
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right7d ago

Iran fortifies nuclear sites, rebuilds missile arsenal as it prepares for the next war - analysis

Satellite images indicate Iran is fortifying its nuclear sites and rebuilding its missile arsenal, preparing for potential conflict with the US and Israel. These defensive measures and public preparations suggest Tehran is actively readying for future confrontations despite previous strikes and ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Iran
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Iran will not trade its nuclear insurance policy for worthless American promises
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Iran will not trade its nuclear insurance policy for worthless American promises

Iran stated it will not trade its nuclear capabilities for what it deems unreliable American promises, citing past "bait-and-switch" diplomatic tactics. The article argues that Washington's unilateral discretion to reverse commitments makes any deal inherently unstable for Tehran, which has already made significant nuclear concessions.

Iran
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British man in Israeli army posed in front of burning Gaza school, new film reveals
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

British man in Israeli army posed in front of burning Gaza school, new film reveals

A British man serving in the Israeli army, identified as Jonathan Burman, was filmed posing in front of a burning school in Gaza's Bani Suheila town. The investigation by Declassified UK suggests Burman likely served with the 55th Brigade and that the evidence warrants further investigation into potential war crimes.

Israel–Palestine
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Iran sees ‘false flag’ operations after UK blames IRGC for airbase incident
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Al Jazeera
center7d ago

Iran sees ‘false flag’ operations after UK blames IRGC for airbase incident

Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the United Kingdom's attribution of a suspected plot against RAF Fairford to the IRGC, calling it a "clumsy false flag operation" lacking evidence. The UK announced sanctions against two Iranian nationals over alleged "hostile activity" at the base, which hosted US military aircraft.

Iran
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Iran threatens Gulf data centres: How exposed is the region’s internet?
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Al Jazeera
center7d ago

Iran threatens Gulf data centres: How exposed is the region’s internet?

Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei has warned that regional data centers, cables, and AI facilities could be attacked if war with the United States resumes. This threat highlights the vulnerability of critical internet infrastructure, with over 90 percent of data between Europe and Asia passing through undersea cables in the Red Sea, a chokepoint now influenced by Iran-backed Houthis.

Iran
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Former Polish governments used Israeli software to spy on opposition, says PM
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Former Polish governments used Israeli software to spy on opposition, says PM

Former Polish governments used Israeli Pegasus spyware to surveil opposition politicians and members of the judicial system, Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated on Monday. The previous Law and Justice party government paid $7.65m for the system, which Tusk claims allowed Israel access to sensitive data without full Polish control.

Israel–Palestine
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Russians lead civilians to gas pipeline, use them as a human shield, then open fire on them – video
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

Russians lead civilians to gas pipeline, use them as a human shield, then open fire on them – video

Ukraine's National Guard's 2nd Khartiia Corps reported that Russian forces led a group of civilians, including women and a child, towards the Shebelynka-Ostrohozk gas pipeline in Kharkiv Oblast on October 13, then shelled them with mortars and artillery. The Khartiia Corps stated the attack was a deliberate provocation, with explosions originating from Russian-occupied territory, and warned Russian media might falsely accuse Ukraine of targeting civilians.

Ukraine–Russia
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Russian drone debris falls in Kyiv park: two women injured – photos
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

Russian drone debris falls in Kyiv park: two women injured – photos

On October 13, debris from a downed Russian drone fell in Orlyiatko Park in Kyiv's Solomianskyi district, injuring two women who were hospitalized with shrapnel wounds. Another Russian drone caused a fire in the Darnytskyi district, resulting in burns to a 72-year-old woman's hands.

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Israeli raids wound child and two journalists in Ramallah
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Israeli raids wound child and two journalists in Ramallah

Israeli forces wounded a child with live ammunition and two journalists with shrapnel and a sound bomb during raids on NGOs and the Palestine Medical Complex in Ramallah and Al-Bireh on October 13, 2026. The Palestinian Health Ministry reported the child sustained live ammunition wounds and breathing difficulties, while Al Jazeera identified the injured journalists as from Palestine TV and Sky News Arabia.

Israel–Palestine
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War in the Middle East is deepening global inequality, IMF says
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

War in the Middle East is deepening global inequality, IMF says

The International Monetary Fund warned that wars in the Middle East, including the conflict in Gaza and the war on Iran, are deepening global economic inequality. The IMF stated that poorer nations are disproportionately affected due to their limited resources to compete for essential supplies, exacerbating existing economic instability driven by climate change, energy prices, and AI disruption.

Iran
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Ukraine's foreign minister: In less than two years, we've gone from "You don't have the cards" to "Don't play your cards"
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

Ukraine's foreign minister: In less than two years, we've gone from "You don't have the cards" to "Don't play your cards"

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that Ukraine has progressed from being perceived as lacking leverage to being in a position to dictate terms, highlighting this shift as a significant achievement. He emphasized strengthening air defense and securing sustained international support as key priorities for achieving a lasting peace and ensuring European security against Russian aggression.

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China sentences to death Myanmar scam clan members
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Myanmar Now
center7d ago

China sentences to death Myanmar scam clan members

A Chinese court sentenced three members of the Wei family criminal gang to death on Tuesday for operating brutal scam centers in Myanmar's Kokang region, responsible for crimes including murder and defrauding victims of over $1.8 billion. This sentencing is part of China's intensified efforts to combat vast criminal networks in the region that have lured and exploited numerous Chinese nationals.

Myanmar
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Saudi Arabia refuses request from Netanyahu to join fight against Houthis, says report
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Saudi Arabia refuses request from Netanyahu to join fight against Houthis, says report

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman denied a request from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, mediated by the US, to join the fight against Yemen's Houthis. The Crown Prince reportedly opposed the move due to fears of a backlash from the Saudi public, potentially impacting normalization efforts with Israel.

Israel–Palestine
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Iran halts vehicle imports to prioritise medicine and essential supplies
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Iran halts vehicle imports to prioritise medicine and essential supplies

Iran has halted all vehicle imports, including vans and specialized models, to prioritize foreign currency allocation for essential goods and medicine, according to government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani. This directive, ordered by the president, aims to maintain the country's economic dynamism amidst current special circumstances.

Iran
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Zelenskyy: No warning from partners about Russian ballistic strike on Kyiv
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

Zelenskyy: No warning from partners about Russian ballistic strike on Kyiv

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine received no early warning from partners regarding Russia's ballistic missile strike on Kyiv on October 12, which hit civilian infrastructure. He emphasized that intelligence on ballistic missile launches is critical for saving lives and that Russia has continued attacking Ukrainian energy facilities despite a reported energy ceasefire.

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"American PR": Ukraine denies European involvement in "peace plan" leaked to Washington Post
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Ukrainska Pravda
center7d ago

"American PR": Ukraine denies European involvement in "peace plan" leaked to Washington Post

Dmytro Lytvyn, an adviser to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, denied that a leaked Washington Post report on a US-European peace plan reflects a joint stance, stating it represents only the American team's perspective from an October 9 meeting in Miami. Lytvyn characterized the report as "good PR by the Americans," indicating it does not represent a unified US and European position on territorial concessions.

Ukraine–Russia
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Hunger strike in Lebanese prisons ends after settlement over amnesty bill reached
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Middle East Eye
center7d ago

Hunger strike in Lebanese prisons ends after settlement over amnesty bill reached

Prisoners in Lebanon ended a 30-day hunger strike on Monday after a settlement was reached on a controversial general amnesty bill, which had been suspended following an appeal. The constitutional council mandated amendments and clause removals, addressing concerns about releasing Islamist detainees and pardoning financial crimes, while aiming to alleviate severe prison overcrowding.

Lebanon
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