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Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los Angeles
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

Politicians slam Trump’s suggestion that Iran ‘take’ San Diego, Los Angeles

Politicians from both Democratic and Republican parties have condemned remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting American cities like Los Angeles and San Diego could be sacrificed in a war with Iran. Critics, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Republican congressional candidate Jim Desmond, called the comments dangerous and a dereliction of the commander-in-chief's duty to protect the homeland.

Iran
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‘We are desperate’: Venezuela’s power cuts fuel growing public anger
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

‘We are desperate’: Venezuela’s power cuts fuel growing public anger

Daily power outages lasting approximately seven hours are increasingly disrupting essential services and daily life across Venezuela, including medical treatments for patients like Onasis Munoz in Valencia. The escalating electricity crisis, attributed by specialists to systematic infrastructure neglect and by the government to climate phenomena, is fueling public anger and protests, raising concerns about resource management.

Venezuela
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Israeli settlers beat press photographer as soldiers watch in West Bank
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The Guardian Middle East
left14d ago

Israeli settlers beat press photographer as soldiers watch in West Bank

Armed Israeli settlers beat and hospitalized Agence France-Presse photographer Jaafar Ashtiyeh near Aqraba in the occupied West Bank while Israeli soldiers reportedly stood by. The assault occurred as Ashtiyeh covered escalating settler violence against Palestinian olive farmers during the harvest season, an event that has seen increased intensity this year.

Israel–Palestine
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White House defends Trump comment to let Iran 'take out' LA and San Diego
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BBC Middle East
center15d ago

White House defends Trump comment to let Iran 'take out' LA and San Diego

Donald Trump stated at a Nebraska campaign rally that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego, drawing condemnation from California officials as dangerous and a threat. The White House defended the remark, claiming Trump meant the US was fighting to prevent a nuclear Iran from having the capability to attack American cities.

United States
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‘All I want to do is cry’: trauma of 7 October survivors three years after the attacks
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The Guardian Middle East
left15d ago

‘All I want to do is cry’: trauma of 7 October survivors three years after the attacks

Survivors of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, like former hostage Keith Siegel, are grappling with severe trauma and the challenge of rebuilding their lives, three years after the deadliest day in Israel's history. In the Nir Oz kibbutz, where 47 were killed and 76 taken hostage, residents like Shlomo Margalit are torn between preserving the memory of the brutal attack and re-establishing the community amidst ongoing political debates about responsibility.

Israel–Palestine
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Israeli settlers beat AFP photographer covering West Bank
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Israeli settlers beat AFP photographer covering West Bank

Israeli settlers attacked AFP photographer Jaafar Ashtiyeh near the West Bank village of Aqraba on Tuesday, leaving him hospitalized with bruises to his head and torso. The assault occurred while Ashtiyeh was covering settler violence against Palestinian olive farmers, during which live fire also injured a Palestinian man.

Israel–Palestine
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The Guardian view on the Green party and Palestine: rejecting two states is no shortcut to peace | Editorial
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The Guardian Middle East
left15d ago

The Guardian view on the Green party and Palestine: rejecting two states is no shortcut to peace | Editorial

The Green party conference voted to reject the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, favoring a single democratic state, a move opposed by the Guardian and European Greens. This policy shift occurs amidst ongoing conflict and international debate, with polls suggesting majority Palestinian support for a two-state framework based on 1967 borders.

Israel–Palestine
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Bulgarian minister refers to Russia-Ukraine war as hybrid and says he is unsure whose drones struck vessels
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Bulgarian minister refers to Russia-Ukraine war as hybrid and says he is unsure whose drones struck vessels

Bulgarian Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov stated that it is currently impossible to determine if Ukrainian or Russian drones struck two merchant vessels in Bulgaria's Black Sea economic zone on October 6, calling it a targeted attack and suggesting Bulgaria has become part of the hybrid war. The minister indicated that without drone debris or a claim of responsibility, Bulgaria cannot confirm the origin, though the incident highlights the conflict's proximity and potential spillover effects.

Ukraine–Russia
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Expected Iranian drone attack led to removal of US bombers from UK airbase
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right15d ago

Expected Iranian drone attack led to removal of US bombers from UK airbase

The United States removed B-1 bomber aircraft from RAF Fairford in Britain following intelligence indicating a suspected Iranian plot for a drone attack on the airbase. British police arrested a 22-year-old man in London in connection with the alleged plot, while Iran has denied any involvement.

Iran
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Lithuanian drone manufacturer opens subsidiary in Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Lithuanian drone manufacturer opens subsidiary in Ukraine

Lithuanian drone manufacturer Unmanned Defense Systems (UDS) has launched a joint venture in Ukraine, named UDS Ukraine, to establish a permanent presence and foster long-term cooperation with the Ukrainian military and technology sector. This move aims to integrate UDS's engineering capabilities with Ukrainian battlefield experience for rapid development of defense solutions tailored to real-world operational needs.

Ukraine–Russia
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The U.S. Military Struggles to Protect Its Bases Amid Failing Iran War
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The Intercept
left15d ago

The U.S. Military Struggles to Protect Its Bases Amid Failing Iran War

U.S. military officials relocated 12 B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom to the United States on Sunday due to fears of an impending Iranian drone strike, described as a sophisticated plot possibly involving U.K. nationals. This move highlights the U.S. military's struggle to protect overseas bases amid escalating Iranian asymmetric warfare, which has disrupted operations at numerous outposts across the Middle East.

Iran
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EU explains idea behind restrictions for Ukrainian farmers in Cluster 5 negotiating position
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

EU explains idea behind restrictions for Ukrainian farmers in Cluster 5 negotiating position

The European Commission plans to propose restrictions for Ukraine's agricultural sector within the EU's negotiating position for Cluster 5, aiming to achieve unanimity among member states. These restrictions would define conditions and market access post-accession, suggesting Ukrainian farmers focus on non-EU markets to avoid disrupting existing markets and potentially causing famine in North African countries.

Ukraine–Russia
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Why Britain is being forced to revisit the Balfour Declaration
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Why Britain is being forced to revisit the Balfour Declaration

The Green Party of England and Wales voted to become formally anti-Zionist, defining Zionism as an ethno-nationalist project and reaffirming support for Palestinian liberation. This move is historically significant as Britain was a principal sponsor of the Zionist project through the 1917 Balfour Declaration and subsequent Mandate.

Israel–Palestine
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Birzeit University memorial destruction aims to crush Palestinian memory
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Al Jazeera
center15d ago

Birzeit University memorial destruction aims to crush Palestinian memory

Israeli soldiers demolished a stone memorial dedicated to students and alumni killed by Israel at Birzeit University near Ramallah on Monday, replacing it with a fig sapling. This marks the fifth Israeli incursion into the campus since 2026 and the 28th since 2002, with the university condemning the act as a violation of international law and an attack on Palestinian memory.

Israel–Palestine
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What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?
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Al Jazeera
center15d ago

What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with cabinet members to discuss measures aimed at alleviating economic pressure from US sanctions, including the depreciation of the Iranian rial and a cost-of-living crisis. The government is reportedly developing a seven-point package to address these challenges, with a newly formed committee tasked with stabilizing national prices.

Iran
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Hormuz ship attacks surge: Are increased oil exports sustainable?
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Al Jazeera
center15d ago

Hormuz ship attacks surge: Are increased oil exports sustainable?

Multiple attacks on ships, including a projectile strike injuring 12 crew members on a Panama-flagged tanker on Tuesday, have occurred in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite these incidents and increased costs for shipping companies, Gulf oil exports have recovered to over 81 percent of pre-war levels in September, though approximately 40 percent now bypass the strait.

Iran
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Israel’s Ben Gvir oversees demolition of Palestinian homes in occupied East Jerusalem
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Israel’s Ben Gvir oversees demolition of Palestinian homes in occupied East Jerusalem

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir oversaw the demolition of a Palestinian-owned residential building in occupied East Jerusalem on Tuesday, displacing approximately 70 residents. Ben Gvir stated the demolition was part of his policy to reclaim land, while Palestinian officials condemned the act as electioneering and part of a wider displacement effort.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukraine presented drone that automatically detects and attacks Russian electronic warfare systems
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Ukraine presented drone that automatically detects and attacks Russian electronic warfare systems

Ukraine has presented the SHOT-L1 strike UAV, capable of automatically detecting and attacking Russian electronic warfare systems by homing in on radio emissions. This drone, listed on the Brave1 Market for approximately $9,270, can also target pre-designated ground objectives if no active signal is detected.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ukraine's Defence Ministry reviews defence procurement and will "free up" US$347.8m
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Ukraine's Defence Ministry reviews defence procurement and will "free up" US$347.8m

Ukraine's Defence Ministry announced it will reallocate UAH 15.6 billion (US$347.8 million) by terminating contracts and cancelling planned purchases due to rapidly changing warfare needs. These funds will be directed towards higher priority military supplies currently required on the front line.

Ukraine–Russia
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Fear and disruption for Ukraine's rail passengers as Russia escalates drone attacks
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BBC Europe
center15d ago

Fear and disruption for Ukraine's rail passengers as Russia escalates drone attacks

Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian railway infrastructure have intensified, with over half of all strikes on locomotives occurring this year and 5,831 trains evacuated in September alone. This escalation is causing significant disruption and fear for passengers, forcing emergency evacuations and long delays, despite Russia's claims of targeting only military transport infrastructure.

Ukraine–Russia
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