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Wisconsin Palestinian community leader can be deported, immigration judge rules
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Wisconsin Palestinian community leader can be deported, immigration judge rules

A US immigration judge ruled on Wednesday that Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian community leader in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, can be deported on national security grounds, a decision his lawyer stated will be appealed. Sarsour was arrested in March, with his legal team asserting the action stems from his advocacy for Palestinian rights, while the government cited his alleged threat to national security.

Israel–Palestine
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Resolution demanding accountability for Americans killed by Israel fails in US Senate
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Resolution demanding accountability for Americans killed by Israel fails in US Senate

A US Senate resolution demanding accountability for Americans killed by Israel failed to gain approval on Tuesday, with 47 senators voting in favor and 51 against. Introduced by Senator Chris Van Hollen, the resolution sought human rights reports from the State Department on countries receiving US assistance, specifically referencing Israeli actions in the occupied West Bank.

Israel–Palestine
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How does Trump’s White House AI accord work?
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Al Jazeera
center22d ago

How does Trump’s White House AI accord work?

On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump announced a voluntary pact called the White House Accord on Super Intelligence, signed by executives from Meta, Nvidia, Google, OpenAI, xAI, and Anthropic, urging companies to implement internal guardrails for AI safety. The agreement is not legally binding and lacks penalties, though it suggests future mandatory measures could be codified into law.

United States
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Send us your questions about how the Iran war will affect US voters in the midterms
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The Guardian Middle East
left22d ago

Send us your questions about how the Iran war will affect US voters in the midterms

Our politics and foreign policy reporters will answer your questions live in a Q&A on Tuesday 6 OctoberThe war with Iran has had major implications for Americans’ wallets, government spending and US foreign policy. It’s also been key in reshaping the political landscape as it enters its seventh month before the 2026 US midterms.

Iran
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Nato chief calls US war on Iran ‘absolutely essential’
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Nato chief calls US war on Iran ‘absolutely essential’

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte stated on Wednesday that it is "absolutely essential for the United States to take on Iran," citing the country's nuclear program as a threat to Europe and the Middle East. Rutte suggested that only the U.S. possesses the capability to dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure, while also advocating for increased European defense investments to manage regional security independently.

Iran
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Drone breaches Moldovan airspace for third time in one day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

Drone breaches Moldovan airspace for third time in one day

An unidentified drone entered Moldovan airspace from Ukraine at 20:45 local time on September 30, traveling towards Transnistria before disappearing from radar near Orhei district. This marked the third such airspace breach in a single day, prompting temporary closures of central Moldovan airspace which later reopened.

Ukraine–Russia
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Israel foreign minister says he spoke with UAE counterpart following flydubai diverted flight
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Israel foreign minister says he spoke with UAE counterpart following flydubai diverted flight

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar spoke with UAE counterpart Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday following the diversion of a flydubai flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv. Both ministers expressed a mutual determination to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperate against extremist elements threatening regional security and stability.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

Lithuania to ban performances by artists who have performed in occupied Ukrainian territories

The Lithuanian government approved a proposal to ban Belarusian and Russian artists from performing in Lithuania if they have worked in occupied Ukrainian territories or supported Russia's war against Ukraine. This measure, which requires parliamentary approval and would take effect January 1, aims to prevent individuals who have not publicly condemned Russian aggression from entering the country.

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Why is Malaysia sending back Rohingya refugees to Myanmar?
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Al Jazeera
center22d ago

Why is Malaysia sending back Rohingya refugees to Myanmar?

Kuala Lumpur calls it a voluntary process, but many are raising safety concerns.

Myanmar
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‘Whoever is hearing me, we need help’: how flight 1073 survived its 17,000ft plunge
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The Guardian Middle East
left22d ago

‘Whoever is hearing me, we need help’: how flight 1073 survived its 17,000ft plunge

Flydubai flight FZ 1073, en route from Dubai to Tel Aviv with approximately 150 Israeli passengers, experienced a catastrophic 17,000ft plunge over the Gulf after an alleged pilot-on-pilot stabbing incident in the cockpit. Passengers reportedly subdued an assailant and regained control of the aircraft, enabling an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia with significant damage to the tail.

Israel–Palestine
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DW News
center22d ago

Are the Houthis winning against Saudi Arabia?

Since July, the Houthi militia has intensified attacks on Saudi Arabia, disrupting the East-West oil pipeline and seizing control of areas around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. These escalations threaten Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 economic diversification plan and draw the kingdom deeper into a regional conflict, while US support is limited to intelligence due to strained resources and reluctance to open another front against Iran.

Iran
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Switzerland says ‘unprecedented level’ of Israeli settler violence 'cannot be tolerated'
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Switzerland says ‘unprecedented level’ of Israeli settler violence 'cannot be tolerated'

Switzerland's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Israeli settler violence on Wednesday following an attack on the village of Jalud by approximately 100 settlers the previous day. The ministry stated that this unprecedented level of violence cannot be tolerated and called on Israel to protect Palestinian civilians and bring perpetrators to justice.

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US coordinating very closely with Israeli counterparts on flydubai incident, attorney general says
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

US coordinating very closely with Israeli counterparts on flydubai incident, attorney general says

US Attorney General Todd Blanche stated on Wednesday that the US is coordinating closely with Israeli counterparts regarding a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv that diverted to Saudi Arabia. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered increased security for both Israeli and non-Israeli airlines following the incident where the co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash the plane.

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Air defence downed 254 drones on 30 September, Ukraine's Air Force reports
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

Air defence downed 254 drones on 30 September, Ukraine's Air Force reports

Ukraine's Air Force reported that its air defense systems downed 254 out of 285 Russian drones launched across Ukraine between 06:30 and 18:30 on September 30. The majority of downed drones were jet-powered, with approximately 10 strike drones remaining in Ukrainian airspace by 18:30.

Ukraine–Russia
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UK PM says 'strong indications' Iran involved in airbase scare
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

UK PM says 'strong indications' Iran involved in airbase scare

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated on Wednesday that there are "strong indications" Iran was involved in suspicious activity at RAF Fairford over the weekend, which is used by the US military. Counterterrorism police released five men on bail after finding petrol but no explosives in their vehicle, while Iran has denied involvement.

Iran
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Israeli settlers raid West Bank village, Ottoman-era historic site
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Middle East Eye
center22d ago

Israeli settlers raid West Bank village, Ottoman-era historic site

Israeli settlers raided the West Bank village of Awarta and the Ottoman-era al-Kharq tunnel near Tulkarm, performing Jewish rituals and raising Israeli flags under the protection of Israeli forces. Palestinian sources reported that settlers attacked residents attempting to approach the sites, which are considered Islamic and archaeological landmarks.

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Emergency power outages begin in parts of Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

Emergency power outages begin in parts of Ukraine

Ukrenergo implemented emergency power outages in parts of Kyiv, Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Zhytomyr oblasts following Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. The restrictions, which began at 18:15, are due to equipment overload and will be lifted once the power grid stabilizes.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians, medic tells the BBC
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BBC Africa
center22d ago

Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians, medic tells the BBC

Heavy fighting around Alamata in Ethiopia's Tigray region has killed at least 52 civilians since Saturday, according to a medic at Alamata General Hospital. Government troops reportedly control the town and are advancing north, while Tigrayan forces claim they are responding to a federal offensive that violated the 2022 peace deal.

Ethiopia / Tigray
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Emergency power outages introduced in Kyiv for first time this season
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

Emergency power outages introduced in Kyiv for first time this season

Ukrenergo, Ukraine's state-owned electricity transmission operator, ordered emergency power outages in Kyiv for the first time this season. DTEK, the largest private energy company in Ukraine, confirmed the outages but did not specify their duration or the reason, noting that scheduled timetables do not apply during such events.

Ukraine–Russia
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EU requirements are back: how Ukraine will have to change the HQCJ selection process after Venice Commission
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Ukrainska Pravda
center22d ago

EU requirements are back: how Ukraine will have to change the HQCJ selection process after Venice Commission

On September 25, the Venice Commission issued an opinion on Ukraine's draft law for selecting members of the High Qualification Commission of Judges (HQCJ), stating the current proposal turns the process into a formality. The Commission supports including international experts but insists the draft law requires substantial revision to meet EU accession requirements and avoid stalling judicial reform.

Ukraine–Russia
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