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Middle East Eye

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Morning recap

Morning recap Good morning Middle East Eye readers, If you're just joining us, here are key developments: * US President Donald Trump has again said that the war with Iran could end soon, "probably right after the elections", while questioning who in Tehran Washington could negotiate with. * Trump's top cabinet members met secretly at Camp David on Friday to discuss next steps in the Iran war and the Saudi-Houthi conflict in Yemen, Axios reported, citing three US officials familiar with the matt

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Ukraine denies report in The Guardian on evacuation of embassies from Kyiv

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhii Tykhyi denied a report by The Guardian claiming Western embassies were preparing contingency plans to evacuate Kyiv. Tykhyi stated that Ukraine has received no such requests or messages from foreign diplomatic missions regarding relocation plans.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

US-Ukraine fund signs first critical minerals deal worth US$30 million

The US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (URIF) has signed its first critical minerals deal worth US$30 million with BGV Group, targeting early-stage mining projects for rare earth elements and other strategic minerals. This investment, part of a larger US$70 million portfolio, aims to bolster Ukraine's resource sector and energy infrastructure ahead of winter, aligning with US administration priorities.

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Al Jazeera

center19d ago

Israel could’ve ended Gaza war, freed captives sooner: Israel ex-negotiator

Retired Israeli General Nitzan Alon stated on Friday that Israel could have secured a deal to return all captives and end the Gaza war "maybe a year earlier" than October 2025. Alon criticized the prolonged conflict, suggesting that thousands of lives on both sides could have been saved and more captives returned alive.

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Al Jazeera

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Sudan’s army says it captured RSF stronghold in North Kordofan

Sudanese Armed Forces announced on Friday they captured the RSF stronghold of al-Mazroub in North Kordofan state following fierce battles. The army stated this gain is significant as it advances their goal of cutting RSF supply lines between North and West Kordofan.

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Al Jazeera

center19d ago

Israeli barrier cuts off water to West Bank Palestinians before elections

Israeli forces have imposed a two-week siege on the Ras al-Ahmar Bedouin community in the occupied West Bank's Jordan Valley, blocking access to water, animal feed, and healthcare as they construct a military barrier. The blockade has led to livestock starvation, restricted movement for residents, and prevented 51 schoolchildren from attending classes, intensifying pressure on the community to leave their land.

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Middle East Eye

center19d ago

Lapid says young Israelis told him 'even babies' in Gaza should be killed

Former Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid recounted that young Israelis told him during a recent meeting that "even babies" in Gaza should be killed because they will eventually grow up to be terrorists. Lapid shared this account on Wednesday, describing the rhetoric he heard as furious and painful.

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Middle East Eye

center19d ago

Death, displacement and disease: A young Gaza doctor on life under Israeli bombardment

A young Palestinian doctor, Maryam Youssef, described her experiences volunteering at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis amidst Israeli bombardment and displacement. She recounted working while ill and facing severe shortages of food and medical supplies, highlighting the ongoing health crisis in Gaza.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Hungarian alliances in Ukraine express satisfaction with draft law on education

Two Hungarian minority organizations in Ukraine, the Cultural Alliance of Hungarians in Sub-Carpathia and the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Ukraine, welcomed a draft law on national minority education submitted to the Verkhovna Rada on October 1. They stated the draft law comprehensively regulates educational rights and language use, urging its swift adoption to support minority interests and Ukraine's European integration.

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Middle East Eye

center19d ago

World’s largest nursing union cuts ties with Israeli drugmaker Teva

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN), the world's largest nursing union, has ended its commercial partnership with Israeli pharmaceutical company Teva UK. This decision follows campaigning by pro-Palestine groups citing Teva's links to the Israeli military and a history of corruption, with the RCN stating Teva's operations were not aligned with its values.

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Al Jazeera

center19d ago

Ethiopia, Eritrea break ties: Does the conflict risk becoming regional war?

Eritrea announced it was severing all diplomatic ties with Ethiopia on Thursday, reciprocating Ethiopia's earlier closure of its embassy in Asmara and expulsion of diplomats. Analysts warn this escalation, rooted in territorial disputes and mutual accusations of backing opposition groups, risks destabilizing the wider region, including Sudan.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Zelenskyy signs law on Ukraine's participation in European Defence Fund

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law ratifying the agreement for Ukraine's participation in the European Defence Fund. This move aims to deepen defence-industrial cooperation with the EU, involve Ukrainian companies in joint research and development projects, and expand the nation's defence industry capabilities.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Zelenskyy expects 400 jet-powered drone interceptors to be produced in October, but their effectiveness varies

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine could produce approximately 400 high-speed interceptor drones by October to counter Russian jet-powered drones, though their effectiveness currently varies significantly. Zelenskyy highlighted that while F-16 jets destroy 50-60% of such drones, the interceptors' success rate fluctuates between 10% and 70%, posing a challenge for scaling production due to engine supply issues.

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Al Jazeera

center19d ago

Ukraine calls for tighter sanctions as Russian attacks spark Kyiv gridlock

Russian drone attacks on Kyiv overnight closed key bridges, causing traffic gridlock and one fatality, prompting President Zelenskyy to call for tighter allied sanctions on Russia's component supply chains. The capital is experiencing severe disruption, with Zelenskyy urging countries to prevent foreign components from reaching Russian weapons manufacturers.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Japan imposes new sanctions on Russia: 33 companies, individuals and shadow fleet vessels blacklisted

On Friday, October 2, Japan expanded its sanctions against Russia by blacklisting 33 companies, nine individuals linked to the military-industrial complex, and 35 "shadow fleet" vessels. The sanctions also targeted four companies from Türkiye and the UAE, reflecting Japan's ongoing response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

EU says Ukraine no longer requires additional funds in 2026

EU and Ukrainian representatives concluded on October 1 that Ukraine does not require additional international funding in 2026, according to European Commission spokesperson Paula Pinho. This assessment was reached after a joint meeting to evaluate Ukraine's financial needs for the upcoming year.

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Middle East Eye

center19d ago

France approved new military equipment sales to Israel, research finds

France approved 35 new sales of military equipment to Israel between May and September 2026, including tank cooling systems and surveillance equipment destined for Elbit Systems subsidiaries. These findings, released by rights groups, contradict the French government's claims of halting offensive arms sales and continuing only defensive components.

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Al Jazeera

center19d ago

Washington’s diplomacy in Sudan has backfired

Pressure meant to isolate Sudan’s army has instead left Washington isolated and a ceasefire further out of reach.

Sudan / Darfur

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Ukrainska Pravda

center19d ago

Russians attack petrol station in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast twice

Russian forces conducted two separate attacks on a Ukrnafta petrol station in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, damaging the facility but causing no casualties among employees or customers. This incident is part of a pattern of Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure, with Ukrnafta continuing operations while assessing repair needs.

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