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Iran opens military centre for citizens, 'training 1,000 battalions'
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Iran opens military centre for citizens, 'training 1,000 battalions'

Iran opened a new military training center in Tehran on Saturday, reportedly aiming to prepare citizens to confront potential US and Israeli ground attacks and train 1,000 battalions. The center, featuring drills with anti-aircraft equipment and virtual reality weapons, follows a previous camp and emphasizes civil defense in anticipation of further conflict.

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Israeli forces, settlers continue campaign of detentions and attacks in West Bank
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Israeli forces, settlers continue campaign of detentions and attacks in West Bank

Israeli forces detained three Palestinian farmers and seized a truck near Tubas, while settlers attacked homes in Hebron and Nablus, with Israeli forces firing live ammunition in Hebron. The occupied West Bank saw continued detentions and settler attacks on Saturday evening, including a Palestinian man wounded near Nablus and clashes during a raid on Deir Jarir village.

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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv to increase oil refinery attacks because of Moscow’s winter strategy, Zelenskyy says
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The Guardian Europe
left18d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv to increase oil refinery attacks because of Moscow’s winter strategy, Zelenskyy says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an increase in attacks on Russian oil refineries in response to Moscow's new doctrine of striking a broader range of civilian targets ahead of winter. This strategy aims to pressure civilians to leave cities, but Ukraine stated it will not target civilian objects in retaliation. Germany's Chancellor arrived in Kyiv with defense company CEOs to show support amid escalating Russian attacks.

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DW News
center18d ago

In Tigray, Ethiopian government forces have advanced against a northern rebel group, reports indicate

Reports indicate Ethiopian government forces have made advances against a northern rebel group. Renewed fighting has raised fears the conflict could spill over into the wider region.

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Iran arrests 31 people linked to 'US-Israel sabotage networks', report says
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Iran arrests 31 people linked to 'US-Israel sabotage networks', report says

Iran's Intelligence Ministry announced the arrest of 31 individuals in Kerman province, accusing them of belonging to US- and Israel-backed networks involved in sabotage and fomenting unrest. The ministry stated the suspects were organized to recruit youth and had prepared Molotov cocktails for damaging surveillance cameras and inciting street disturbances.

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Russia loses 1,750 soldiers over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center18d ago

Russia loses 1,750 soldiers over past day

Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia lost 1,750 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day, bringing total personnel losses to an estimated 1,540,700 since February 24, 2022. The report also detailed losses in tanks, armored vehicles, and artillery systems, with figures currently undergoing confirmation.

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'See what was done to Gaza': Angelina Jolie shares images of destruction
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

'See what was done to Gaza': Angelina Jolie shares images of destruction

American actress Angelina Jolie shared before-and-after satellite images on X, highlighting the destruction of neighborhoods, homes, schools, and infrastructure across Gaza. Jolie stated that 1.98 million people in Gaza require humanitarian assistance, with aid and shelter materials facing continued restrictions and delays.

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Flydubai co-pilot’s time in Australia being investigated by security agencies after alleged cockpit attack
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The Guardian Middle East
left18d ago

Flydubai co-pilot’s time in Australia being investigated by security agencies after alleged cockpit attack

Police confirm investigation into period the man reportedly spent in Australia before alleged attempted terrorist attackGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian security agencies have launched an investigation after it emerged that the flydubai co-pilot who allegedly tried to hijack an Israel-bound flight spent about two years in the country as a student. Disaster was narrowly averted on Wednesday when passengers and crew intervened to stop the co-pilot’s attempt to

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Three commercial vessels struck in Hormuz since 1 Oct, UKMTO says
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Three commercial vessels struck in Hormuz since 1 Oct, UKMTO says

Attacks on commercial ships witnessed a surge during the past three days, as at least three tankers were struck by unidentified projectiles in and around the Strait of Hormuz, according to United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) warnings. Early Saturday, UKMTO reported that a crude oil tanker was hit on its port side approximately 4 nautical miles east of Oman.

Iran
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War in Ukraine leaves over 15,000 civilians dead or injured in first eight months of 2026, UN reports
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Ukrainska Pravda
center18d ago

War in Ukraine leaves over 15,000 civilians dead or injured in first eight months of 2026, UN reports

The UN verified over 15,280 civilian casualties in Ukraine during the first eight months of 2026, a 55% increase from the previous year, with Russian forces systematically attacking residential areas and infrastructure. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights highlighted escalating drone warfare, sexual violence predominantly by Russian forces, and attacks on energy and food infrastructure, describing the conflict as a growing human rights catastrophe.

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Hegseth: US blockade of Hormuz ironclad, Iran should make right choice
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Hegseth: US blockade of Hormuz ironclad, Iran should make right choice

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is "ironclad" and that Iran has been prevented from moving anything through the vital waterway. Hegseth asserted that President Trump has all options available if Iran continues to "play games" with the strait, emphasizing that Iran will not acquire a nuclear weapon.

Iran
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Iran welcomes exit of US forces from Iraq, calls for Washington to be held accountable
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Iran welcomes exit of US forces from Iraq, calls for Washington to be held accountable

Iran’s foreign ministry on Saturday has congratulated the Iraqi government and people on the exit of US and other foreign forces from Iraq. In a statement posted on its Telegram channel, the ministry said the withdrawal is “a very important and necessary step” towards consolidating Iraq’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence.

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Pelosi-backed US candidate calls for ‘full arms embargo’ on Israel
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Al Jazeera
center18d ago

Pelosi-backed US candidate calls for ‘full arms embargo’ on Israel

Connie Chan, a US Democrat endorsed by Nancy Pelosi, called for a "full arms embargo on the Israeli government" during a televised debate in California. Chan stated she would vote on "day one in Congress" to "end a genocide in Gaza and to end an apartheid state," highlighting divisions within Congress over US support for Israel.

Israel–Palestine
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Pro-Israel advocates hound Green Party members over 'Zionism is Racism' motion
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

Pro-Israel advocates hound Green Party members over 'Zionism is Racism' motion

Pro-Israel advocates protested outside the UK Green Party conference in Brighton on Saturday, chanting slogans against party members and a motion to declare Zionism a form of racism. The motion, authored by Lubna Speitan, is set for a party vote on Sunday and would make the Greens the first major party to adopt such a stance.

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In photos: Aftermath of deadly Israeli attacks on Gaza
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Middle East Eye
center18d ago

In photos: Aftermath of deadly Israeli attacks on Gaza

Archbishop Alexios of Tiberias and the parish priest lead prayers during the funeral of Maysaa Abu Daoud and her daughter Mary al-Najjar, who were killed in Israeli strike on a residential building in the Rimal neighbourhood, at the Greek Orthodox Church of St Porphyrius in Gaza City's Zaytoun neighbourhood on 3 October 2026 (AFP) Esther, the daughter of Mary al-Najjar who was killed along with her mother Maysaa Abu Daoud following an Israeli strike on a residential building in the Rimal neighbo

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Iran executes detainee for participating in January anti-regime protests, judiciary says
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right18d ago

Iran executes detainee for participating in January anti-regime protests, judiciary says

Iran's judiciary announced the execution of Siavash Jamshidi Kheirabadi, who was detained in January for allegedly firing at police and organizing anti-security activities. This execution occurs amid the Islamic Republic's ongoing crackdown on participants of the widespread anti-regime protests that began in late 2025.

Iran
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Zelenskyy: US must not forget it is a hundred times stronger than Russia in negotiations
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Ukrainska Pravda
center18d ago

Zelenskyy: US must not forget it is a hundred times stronger than Russia in negotiations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in a Reuters interview that the US must remember its significant strength in negotiations with Russia, as Putin is increasingly acting as the sole decision-maker. Zelenskyy expressed concern that seeking compromises with Russia is causing a loss of time and that Putin will exploit any perceived need for a victory by figures like Donald Trump to dictate terms.

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Zelenskyy: FP-9 ballistic missile capable of reaching Moscow will be ready this autumn
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Ukrainska Pravda
center18d ago

Zelenskyy: FP-9 ballistic missile capable of reaching Moscow will be ready this autumn

President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's domestically produced FP-9 ballistic missile, capable of reaching Moscow, will be ready this autumn, urging its manufacturer to accelerate development. This announcement comes as Ukraine faces dwindling ammunition for fighter jets used to intercept Russian UAVs and seeks alternative solutions, including new interceptor models and enhanced electronic warfare capabilities.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ukraine will step up strikes on Russian refineries in response to Moscow's aerial terror, Zelenskyy says
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Ukrainska Pravda
center18d ago

Ukraine will step up strikes on Russian refineries in response to Moscow's aerial terror, Zelenskyy says

President Zelenskyy announced Ukraine will increase strikes on Russian oil refineries in response to Moscow's aerial attacks on civilian infrastructure. He stated this tactic aims to disrupt Russian war funding without indiscriminately targeting civilian sites, countering a new Russian doctrine reportedly aimed at pressuring populations to flee cities.

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Russia hits second major bridge in Ukraine's capital Kyiv
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BBC Europe
center18d ago

Russia hits second major bridge in Ukraine's capital Kyiv

Russian forces struck a second major bridge in Kyiv, the Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge, on Saturday morning, injuring two people and damaging the roadway and trolleybus wires. This attack, following earlier strikes on the Pivdennyi (Southern) Bridge, severs key transport links across the Dnipro River and raises concerns about the city being effectively cut in two.

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