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Dems Have an Opportunity to Force an End to the Iran War. Will They Take It?
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The Intercept
left2d ago

Dems Have an Opportunity to Force an End to the Iran War. Will They Take It?

With Democrats campaigning on ending the war, advocates want them to put their money where their mouth is and risk a lame-duck shutdown.

Iran
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As Israel blocks PA funding, the West Bank’s healthcare system is failing
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Al Jazeera
center2d ago

As Israel blocks PA funding, the West Bank’s healthcare system is failing

Hospitals across the occupied West Bank are facing a severe healthcare crisis due to the Palestinian Authority's (PA) collapsed finances, exacerbated by Israel's withholding of tax revenues. Medical staff are receiving only half salaries, leading to reduced working hours and an inability to procure essential medications, forcing facilities like Beit Jala Government Hospital to operate on an emergency-cases-only basis.

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"Sanctions blackout": Zelenskyy says Graham Act has been completely ignored
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

"Sanctions blackout": Zelenskyy says Graham Act has been completely ignored

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the lifting of sanctions against Russia under the Graham Act, signed by former US President Donald Trump, constitutes a "sanctions blackout" that encourages further Russian aggression. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for continued pressure on Russia, particularly after a large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy sector, to prevent Russia from plunging the country into a pre-winter blackout.

Ukraine–Russia
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Polish military to practise deploying forces in Ukraine in event of ceasefire with Russia – media
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Polish military to practise deploying forces in Ukraine in event of ceasefire with Russia – media

Approximately 1,500 troops from Britain, France, Germany, and Poland will participate in exercises in Poland in November to practice deploying forces in Ukraine during a potential ceasefire with Russia. These multinational drills are designed to prepare for a post-war scenario where European troops could act as a deterrent and support Ukraine's reconstruction.

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Italy calls US weakening of Ukraine a "major mistake", says Putin cannot be stopped this way
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Italy calls US weakening of Ukraine a "major mistake", says Putin cannot be stopped this way

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto stated that the US restricting Ukraine's access to satellite systems and intelligence is a "major mistake" that could prolong the conflict. He warned that perceived weakness would embolden Putin, while affirming Italy's continued military support for Ukraine despite potential parliamentary challenges.

Ukraine–Russia
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‘I cannot carry all of this alone’: the couples kept apart by the war in Gaza
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The Guardian Middle East
left2d ago

‘I cannot carry all of this alone’: the couples kept apart by the war in Gaza

Wijdan Abu Matar left Gaza in November 2023 with her children for medical treatment after an Israeli strike injured her family, while her husband Hatem remained behind in the Nuseirat refugee camp. Three years later, Wijdan and her children are in Egypt receiving care, but she remains separated from her husband, who is displaced and injured in Gaza, highlighting the war's impact on families.

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Attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure 'worrying' for Pakistan's outlook, minister says
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Middle East Eye
center2d ago

Attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure 'worrying' for Pakistan's outlook, minister says

Pakistan's finance minister said on Saturday the country had so far withstood the shock from skyrocketing energy prices due to the Iran war, but that attacks on infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries were "worrying" for the country's longer-term economic outlook. In an interview on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Muhammad Aurangzeb told AFP said the South Asian country had procured enough energy supplies to last through November, and was now plann

Iran
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Russians attack Pokrovsk and two other fronts over 70 times – Ukraine's General Staff
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Russians attack Pokrovsk and two other fronts over 70 times – Ukraine's General Staff

Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces conducted 238 combat clashes, with the most active assaults occurring on the Kupiansk, Kostiantynivka, and Pokrovsk fronts, where Ukrainian defenders repelled 30 attacks. The Ukrainian General Staff reported these engagements, indicating ongoing intense fighting across multiple sectors of the front line.

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The Israeli politicians seeking to replace Netanyahu
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Al Jazeera
center2d ago

The Israeli politicians seeking to replace Netanyahu

On September 26, five leading Israeli opposition figures, including Yair Lapid and Gadi Eisenkot, signed a non-aggression pact to oust Benjamin Netanyahu. While united in their goal of forming a "statesmanlike government," their largely right-wing positions, lack of commitment to a Palestinian state, and differing approaches to the Gaza conflict remain points of contention.

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Pezeshkian calls environmental destruction caused by regional wars 'ecocide'
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Middle East Eye
center2d ago

Pezeshkian calls environmental destruction caused by regional wars 'ecocide'

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has called the destruction of ecosystems caused by the "wars of aggression" an act of "ecocide", urging the international community to establish effective and enforceable mechanisms to protect biodiversity during armed conflicts. Addressing the Leaders’ Summit of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, held in Armenia’s Yerevan on Friday, Pezeshkian said the US-Israeli war has damaged industrial and energy facilities, cause

Iran
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US lawmakers demand action after attack on Washington Post journalist
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Middle East Eye
center2d ago

US lawmakers demand action after attack on Washington Post journalist

US lawmakers have called on the Trump administration to hold Israeli settlers accountable after an attack on Washington Post photographer Heidi Levine and Palestinian villagers in the occupied West Bank. Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro said the assault raised questions about the violence Palestinians face when there are no witnesses.

Israel–Palestine
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Russia loses 1,950 soldiers over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Russia loses 1,950 soldiers over past day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that Russia lost 1,950 military personnel and 24 artillery systems over the past day. These figures contribute to the cumulative estimated losses of approximately 1,562,970 Russian military personnel since February 24, 2022, with the information currently undergoing confirmation.

Ukraine–Russia
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Most minors subjected to solitary confinement in Israeli prisons Palestinians, report says
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Middle East Eye
center2d ago

Most minors subjected to solitary confinement in Israeli prisons Palestinians, report says

More than half of the minors held in Israeli prisons in 2025 were placed in solitary confinement at least once, including five boys aged 13 to 14, with the vast majority of the children being Palestinians, Haaretz reported, citing data obtained by two Israeli human rights organisations. Of 635 minors held in prison, 351 were placed in solitary confinement, usually for seven consecutive days and sometimes for up to two weeks, according to the data obtained through a freedom of information request

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Russian airstrikes on Kherson kill ambulance driver and injure civilians, including children
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Russian airstrikes on Kherson kill ambulance driver and injure civilians, including children

Russian airstrikes on Kherson's Korabelnyi district on a recent morning killed a 64-year-old ambulance driver and injured 13 others, including two children and a one-month-old baby. The attacks, which also involved artillery and drones throughout the previous day, damaged residential buildings and social infrastructure, according to the Kherson City Military Administration.

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Russians attack Zaporizhzhia apartment block: 27-year-old woman killed – photo
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Ukrainska Pravda
center1d ago

Russians attack Zaporizhzhia apartment block: 27-year-old woman killed – photo

Russian forces attacked a residential building in Zaporizhzhia on the night of October 17-18, killing a 27-year-old woman and injuring two others, including a six-year-old girl. Information regarding additional casualties is still being gathered following the strike on the apartment block.

Ukraine–Russia
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Oil prices over $100 could affect war with Iran, leading to escalation before elections - analysis
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right1d ago

Oil prices over $100 could affect war with Iran, leading to escalation before elections - analysis

Analysis suggests that oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel, coupled with ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and potential Houthi actions, pose a significant challenge to the United States and Israel. This situation, occurring amidst upcoming elections in both countries, could increase the risk of escalation with Iran as Tehran and its proxies may seek to exploit the period of uncertainty.

Iran
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Why Trump’s latest White House press secretary lasted just five days
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Al Jazeera
center2d ago

Why Trump’s latest White House press secretary lasted just five days

Katie Zacharia concluded her five-day tenure as White House press secretary after a widely criticized first press conference and scrutiny of her credentials. President Trump advised her to reconsider the role, making her the shortest-serving press secretary in US history, with no immediate replacement announced.

United States
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US media contributor calls for investigation into journalist attacked by Israeli settlers
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Middle East Eye
center2d ago

US media contributor calls for investigation into journalist attacked by Israeli settlers

A contributor to several US media outlets called for the Israeli army to investigate Washington Post journalists attacked by settlers in the occupied West Bank. The call followed an incident where journalist Heidi Levine was reportedly beaten by settlers with sticks, with the contributor questioning her contacts and role in potential violence.

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Flights cancelled at Moscow airports for second consecutive night due to drone attacks
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Flights cancelled at Moscow airports for second consecutive night due to drone attacks

Moscow airports cancelled or delayed over 350 flights on the night of October 16-17 due to Ukrainian drone threats, with some aircraft diverted to other cities. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stated that 140 drones were destroyed, marking the second consecutive night of flight disruptions and similar incidents at St. Petersburg's Pulkovo airport.

Ukraine–Russia
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Zelenskyy on Starlink operations: test in EU has proved restrictions apply only in Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center2d ago

Zelenskyy on Starlink operations: test in EU has proved restrictions apply only in Ukraine

President Zelenskyy stated that a test in EU countries confirmed Starlink restrictions, specifically a speed limit preventing drone interceptors from functioning, are imposed only in Ukraine as part of a planned operation. This implies SpaceX is deliberately limiting Starlink's capabilities within Ukraine, despite ongoing dialogue at military and diplomatic levels.

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