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DW News
center15d ago

EU seeks ways to make expansion more palatable to members

The European Commission proposed changes to make EU expansion more palatable to existing members, including gradual integration and stronger safeguards against backsliding. These proposals aim to balance simplifying accession with addressing concerns about costs and risks among current member states.

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Zelenskyy awards Hero of Ukraine title to fallen MiG-29 fighter pilot Marat Mambetov
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Zelenskyy awards Hero of Ukraine title to fallen MiG-29 fighter pilot Marat Mambetov

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine and the Order of the Golden Star to Major Marat Mambetov, a 25-year-old MiG-29 fighter pilot killed in action on October 1. Mambetov, a flight commander in the 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade, was struck by a Russian missile during a combat mission while conducting strikes against Russian forces.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ukraine will not agree to permanent restrictions on agricultural exports after joining EU, minister says
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Ukraine will not agree to permanent restrictions on agricultural exports after joining EU, minister says

Ukraine's Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, Taras Vysotskyi, stated that Kyiv cannot agree to permanent restrictions on its agricultural exports as part of EU membership, though it is open to a transitional period with defined end dates. The European Commission's proposal suggests limiting market access for sensitive Ukrainian agricultural products and redirecting exports to historic markets in Africa and the Middle East.

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Three Iranian men on trial for spying on UK-based journalists, planning 'serious violence'
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right15d ago

Three Iranian men on trial for spying on UK-based journalists, planning 'serious violence'

Three Iranian men are on trial in London for allegedly spying on UK-based dissident journalists working for Iran International between August 2024 and March 2025, with prosecutors stating their objective was to carry out acts of serious violence. The defendants have denied charges under Britain's National Security Act, which prosecutors say highlights Iran's policy of targeting critics abroad amid growing bilateral tensions.

Iran
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European Commission explains main condition for gradual EU accession, which will also apply to Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

European Commission explains main condition for gradual EU accession, which will also apply to Ukraine

European Commissioner Marta Kos announced that gradual EU accession for candidate countries, including Ukraine, will be accelerated by integrating them into specific EU policies ahead of full membership. This new approach requires demonstrated progress in reforms and strategic alignment with the EU, serving as a bridge to stabilize the continent through merit-based enlargement.

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Iran drone plot fears led US to remove bombers from UK base, US officials say
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Iran drone plot fears led US to remove bombers from UK base, US officials say

Fearing a complex drone attack plot by Iran, the United States removed its B-1 bomber aircraft from RAF Fairford in Britain, according to two anonymous US officials. British police arrested a 22-year-old man in London in connection with the suspected plot, while Iran has denied any involvement.

Iran
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EU to present accession roadmap for Ukraine on 28 October
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

EU to present accession roadmap for Ukraine on 28 October

The European Commission will present EU accession roadmaps for Ukraine, Moldova, Montenegro, and Albania on October 28 as part of its 2026 Enlargement Package. These roadmaps are contingent on the candidate countries maintaining their reform pace.

Ukraine–Russia
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European Commission in talks with Kyiv on exceptions for Ukraine's agricultural sector when it joins EU
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

European Commission in talks with Kyiv on exceptions for Ukraine's agricultural sector when it joins EU

European Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos stated on October 6 that the EU is negotiating unique arrangements for Ukraine's agricultural sector during accession talks, acknowledging its significant scale and productivity. These targeted provisions aim to support Ukraine's market access without negatively impacting EU farmers, though specific details remain under discussion.

Ukraine–Russia
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In Gaza, we cannot even begin to recover from trauma
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Al Jazeera
center15d ago

In Gaza, we cannot even begin to recover from trauma

The genocide has killed many and left the rest broken. For us, survivors, recovery is not on the horizon.

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European Commission proposes changes to EU rules to prepare for enlargement, including Ukraine's accession
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

European Commission proposes changes to EU rules to prepare for enlargement, including Ukraine's accession

The European Commission proposed revisions to EU rules on October 6 to accommodate new members, including Ukraine, by strengthening the rule of law, integrating Ukraine's agricultural sector, and making EU institutions leaner. EU leaders are expected to endorse these proposals in principle by the end of 2026, following discussions at the European Council meeting on October 15-16.

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California leaders condemn Trump’s remarks about possible attacks on US cities
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

California leaders condemn Trump’s remarks about possible attacks on US cities

Former President Donald Trump stated at a rally that Iran could attack US cities like Los Angeles and San Diego, describing it as a "small price to pay" for national security. California political leaders, including Mayors Karen Bass and Todd Gloria, and Governor Gavin Newsom, condemned these remarks as dangerous and unacceptable, emphasizing that no American city is expendable.

Iran
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Ukraine becomes one of world's main targets for cyberattacks – Microsoft report
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Ukrainska Pravda
center15d ago

Ukraine becomes one of world's main targets for cyberattacks – Microsoft report

Ukraine ranks third globally and first in Europe for cyberattacks, accounting for 4.8% of all recorded incidents in the first half of 2026, according to a Microsoft report. Russian state hackers targeted Ukraine most frequently after the United States, with public sector institutions and phishing attacks showing significant increases.

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NGOs say Israel bombed a journalist and appeared to attack ambulances trying to aid her – explainer
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The Guardian Middle East
left15d ago

NGOs say Israel bombed a journalist and appeared to attack ambulances trying to aid her – explainer

NGOs allege Israeli forces deliberately attacked journalist Amal Khalil and her colleague Zeinab Faraj in April, preventing ambulances from reaching them, according to investigations by Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and Legal Agenda. These organizations are calling for the attacks to be investigated as war crimes, while Israel stated it regrets any harm caused to journalists during operations where Hezbollah operatives were also killed.

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DW News
center15d ago

Tigray war may spill over to Eritrea — helped by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's rhetoric

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reiterated his goal of securing Red Sea access, a statement analysts warn could provoke conflict with Eritrea over the port of Assab. The Ethiopian army is reportedly mobilizing towards the Eritrean border amid renewed fighting in Tigray, with some TPLF forces retreating near Adigrat, potentially triggering a wider regional war.

Ethiopia / Tigray
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France TV planned to give Israeli firm linked to Netanyahu access to millions of viewers' data
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

France TV planned to give Israeli firm linked to Netanyahu access to millions of viewers' data

France Televisions planned to grant Israeli data firm Terrific, co-owned by an advisor to Benjamin Netanyahu, access to millions of viewers' data for its political program. The contract was canceled after Mediapart revealed the deal, which raised concerns among employees about potential foreign interference in upcoming French elections.

Israel–Palestine
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Trump on Iran: 'Let them take out LA, let them take out San Diego'
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BBC US & Canada
center15d ago

Trump on Iran: 'Let them take out LA, let them take out San Diego'

During a rally in Nebraska, former President Donald Trump stated Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego, drawing criticism from California officials who called the remarks dangerous. The White House later clarified that Trump intended to convey that American cities would have been threatened by Iran had he not initiated military action earlier this year.

United States
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British support for Israel is shattering
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

British support for Israel is shattering

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband stated the UK government now officially views the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory as unlawful, aligning with a 2024 ICJ advisory opinion. This shift, alongside the Green Party calling Zionism a form of racism, signifies a significant break from decades of established political consensus in Britain regarding the conflict.

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US, Israeli and European far-right figures to gather for conference in Israel
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The Guardian Middle East
left15d ago

US, Israeli and European far-right figures to gather for conference in Israel

A National Conservatism conference began in Jerusalem featuring far-right Israeli, European, and American figures, including Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and former Trump official Sebastian Gorka, though Gorka later withdrew. The gathering highlights a convergence of nationalist ideologies, with analysts suggesting shared visions of exclusionary ethnostates and mutual support between the contingents.

United States
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Myanmar regime imposes electricity rationing amid severe shortages
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Myanmar Now
center15d ago

Myanmar regime imposes electricity rationing amid severe shortages

Myanmar's military junta has imposed nationwide electricity rationing with rolling blackouts expected until the next rainy season, according to state media and local electricity departments. Residents in Yangon and Mandalay report already severe outages, impacting daily life and increasing reliance on alternative energy sources, while junta-associated sites reportedly maintain full power.

Myanmar
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Ship sinks and crew missing after Black Sea drone attack
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BBC Europe
center15d ago

Ship sinks and crew missing after Black Sea drone attack

A civilian cargo ship flying the flag of Togo sank and its crew is missing after a drone attack in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone around 03:00 local time. A second vessel carrying grain was also hit, with its 18 crew rescued, though the perpetrators remain unidentified amid escalating Black Sea conflict.

Ukraine–Russia
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