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US weapons supplies to Ukraine via PURL continue – NATO source
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

US weapons supplies to Ukraine via PURL continue – NATO source

US weapons and ammunition supplies to Ukraine via the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) mechanism are continuing, according to a NATO official speaking on condition of anonymity. This confirmation comes despite reports that the PURL system could be suspended to pressure Ukraine into halting strikes on Russian energy infrastructure.

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US detains man accused in multi-billion Venezuelan money laundering scheme
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BBC Latin America
center8d ago

US detains man accused in multi-billion Venezuelan money laundering scheme

US authorities detained Colombian national Álvaro Pulido on Sunday, who is accused of laundering over $2 billion from Venezuelan government welfare schemes through US bank accounts. Pulido's arrest follows that of Alex Saab and comes amid ongoing investigations into corruption linked to the Venezuelan government's oil and currency exchange operations.

Venezuela
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Why are the Houthis attacking Saudi airports and how are the missiles getting through?
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The Guardian Middle East
left8d ago

Why are the Houthis attacking Saudi airports and how are the missiles getting through?

On Saturday and Sunday, Houthi missile strikes hit Riyadh's international airport, killing 13 people and injuring hundreds, marking the biggest escalation in their campaign against Saudi targets. These attacks, timed with a Yemeni government counteroffensive and benefiting Iran, highlight the costs of Saudi Arabia's strategic choices and disrupt civil aviation and business in the kingdom.

Iran
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Former Irish Olympic swimming coach and child abuser George Gibney jailed for 15 years
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The Guardian Europe
left8d ago

Former Irish Olympic swimming coach and child abuser George Gibney jailed for 15 years

George Gibney, former Irish Olympic swimming coach, was sentenced to 15 years in prison in Dublin for sexually abusing four young female athletes in the 1970s and 1980s. His sentencing follows a decades-long effort by victims and investigators to track him after he fled to the United States, culminating in his extradition and conviction on 39 counts of indecent assault and one of attempted rape.

United States
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Ukraine's Sybiha tells Lavrov he's earned a front-row seat at Special Tribunal
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

Ukraine's Sybiha tells Lavrov he's earned a front-row seat at Special Tribunal

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has said in response to comments by Sergei Lavrov that representatives of the Kremlin regime deserve to be put on trial for their war crimes against Ukraine.

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Hungary welcomes Ukraine's adoption of amendments to education law
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

Hungary welcomes Ukraine's adoption of amendments to education law

Hungary welcomed the Ukrainian parliament's adoption of amendments to the education law on October 12, following a meeting between Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán and her Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha. These changes are considered an important step for minority education rights and are necessary for Hungary to approve the opening of negotiating clusters 2 and 3 in Ukraine's EU accession talks.

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Lebanon’s only church-bell maker on keeping a 300-year family tradition alive
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The Guardian Middle East
left8d ago

Lebanon’s only church-bell maker on keeping a 300-year family tradition alive

Naffah Naffah makes the bells in the mountains near Beirut. His sons will take over the foundry when he retiresThe story of Lebanon’s last remaining church-bell maker begins with a rifle.

Lebanon
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Pentagon Finally Counts an Iran War Death — Six Months Late
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The Intercept
left8d ago

Pentagon Finally Counts an Iran War Death — Six Months Late

The Pentagon updated its casualty count to 21 dead in the Iran conflict, adding Maj. Sorffly Davius and an unidentified Navy suicide after The Intercept highlighted reporting inaccuracies. This update follows months of pressure regarding Davius's death during Operation Epic Fury, raising questions about the completeness of the Defense Casualty Analysis System.

Iran
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NAZA: Netanyahu orders identification and prosecution of film’s interviewees
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The Guardian Middle East
left8d ago

NAZA: Netanyahu orders identification and prosecution of film’s interviewees

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the attorney general and Shin Bet head to identify and prosecute individuals interviewed in the documentary 'NAZA' for harming Israel's interests. The film details Israeli killings of civilians in Gaza, and Netanyahu seeks criminal investigations and prosecutions against those appearing in it.

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New Ukrainian interceptor drone has brought down two jet-powered Geran-5s, former defence minister says
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

New Ukrainian interceptor drone has brought down two jet-powered Geran-5s, former defence minister says

Former Ukrainian defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov reported that a new Ukrainian interceptor drone successfully shot down two Russian jet-powered Geran-5 drones during combat trials while heading towards Kyiv. This development signifies Ukraine's advancement in developing autonomous air defense technologies capable of intercepting enemy UAVs before they reach cities.

Ukraine–Russia
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Netanyahu seeks criminal charges for NAZA participants
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Middle East Eye
center8d ago

Netanyahu seeks criminal charges for NAZA participants

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested that the army chief, Shin Bet chief, and attorney general urgently investigate and prosecute participants of the documentary film NAZA for alleged information security offenses and defamation. Netanyahu claims the film, which features anonymous Israeli military insiders discussing AI-powered targeting systems in Gaza, spreads libel and harms Israel's global standing.

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Ukraine expects two EU negotiating clusters to open on 13 October, foreign minister says after talks with Hungary
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

Ukraine expects two EU negotiating clusters to open on 13 October, foreign minister says after talks with Hungary

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated on October 13 that Ukraine expects the EU to formally open two accession negotiating clusters, 'Internal Market' and 'Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth'. This development follows Ukraine's adoption of amendments to education legislation to ensure the rights of national minorities, a key point of discussion with Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán.

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Gaza: Still Reporting
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Al Jazeera
center8d ago

Gaza: Still Reporting

When Israel orders an evacuation of Gaza City, a journalist documents the displacement while living it with her family.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukraine passes amendments to education law to secure Hungary's consent for EU accession clusters
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

Ukraine passes amendments to education law to secure Hungary's consent for EU accession clusters

Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada adopted amendments to its education law on October 12, with 273 MPs voting to approve the bill, aimed at securing Hungary's consent for opening EU accession negotiating clusters. This legislative action is expected to allow the EU Committee of Permanent Representatives to approve the second and third negotiating clusters with Ukraine.

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Gaza: ‘She survived the bombing, but not the blockade’
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Middle East Eye
center8d ago

Gaza: ‘She survived the bombing, but not the blockade’

After two years of bombardment and forced displacement during Israel’s genocide in Gaza, Suhaila al-Mabhouh had one wish: to go home. The 60-year-old Palestinian longed so desperately to return to her family home in northern Gaza that she turned down an evacuation offer to Italy, submitted by her daughter, who lives there.

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Palestinian succumbs to wounds sustained in Israeli attack in northern Gaza
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Middle East Eye
center8d ago

Palestinian succumbs to wounds sustained in Israeli attack in northern Gaza

A Palestinian man, Khaled Abdel-Fattah Jaber, died from wounds sustained in an Israeli drone strike in northern Gaza on Sunday, Wafa news agency reported. His death brings the total killed in Gaza on Monday to three, with Gaza's health ministry stating Israel has killed at least 1,493 and wounded 5,299 since a ceasefire was implemented a year ago.

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EU imposes sanctions over Russian State Duma "elections" in occupied territories of Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

EU imposes sanctions over Russian State Duma "elections" in occupied territories of Ukraine

The Council of the European Union added 77 individuals to its sanctions list for their involvement in organizing and participating in the "elections" to the Russian State Duma held in occupied Ukrainian territories in September 2026. These sanctions include travel bans and asset freezes, targeting candidates and election commission members who legitimized Russia's occupation and aggression against Ukraine.

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Russian foreign minister claims Zelenskyy has not earned a ceasefire
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Ukrainska Pravda
center8d ago

Russian foreign minister claims Zelenskyy has not earned a ceasefire

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not earned a ceasefire, accusing him of waging a "terrorist war" with European weapons. Lavrov indicated Russia would not grant Ukraine a battlefield respite, rejecting any potential truce proposals.

Ukraine–Russia
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Israeli elections: Grotesque court spectacle sets a chilling precedent
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Middle East Eye
center8d ago

Israeli elections: Grotesque court spectacle sets a chilling precedent

Israel's Supreme Court upheld the disqualification of Balad leader Sami Abu Shehadeh from running for the Knesset, a decision previously made by the Central Elections Committee. This marks a dangerous precedent as the court did not overturn the committee's political decision, which was supported by right-wing and centrist opposition parties, including the supposedly left-leaning Democrats.

Israel–Palestine
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From uneasy partners to open distrust: Aoun and Hezbollah struggle to rebuild ties
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Middle East Eye
center8d ago

From uneasy partners to open distrust: Aoun and Hezbollah struggle to rebuild ties

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Hezbollah's relationship has deteriorated due to disputes over weapons and state authority, culminating in Aoun banning Hezbollah's military activities after rocket launches at Israel on March 2. A Hezbollah source stated trust had been exhausted, citing Aoun's actions and perceived reliance on the US, while the presidency maintained communication channels remained open but strained.

Lebanon
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