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New curfew in Paris districts after clashes

A new curfew was imposed in Paris, around Place de la République and the Les Halles area, from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. on Wednesday.

The second round of Brazil's presidential election is scheduled for Sunday, 25/10, with Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro vying for the presidency.

Kimberly Guilfoyle: $100,000 fee for speeches after dismissal

Kimberly Guilfoyle, 57, a former prosecutor and TV personality, is advertised for corporate speeches and public appearances, with estimated fees of up to $100,000 per event.

Turkey will ask parliament for authorisation to deploy military personnel to Saudi Arabia within the framework of the Mecca Agreement, a lawmaker from the AKP told Reuters.

King Charles hosted an official dinner on Tuesday evening in honour of the Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik, who is making a three-day state visit to the United Kingdom.

Police guard at the Macrons' pastry shop amid unrest in France

The presence of heavy police forces outside a shop belonging to Brigitte Macron's family in Amiens during last Saturday's (17/10) clashes has caused controversy in France.

Britain will send RAF Typhoon fighters on defensive missions to protect Saudi Arabia's cities and critical infrastructure from Houthi attacks, the Ministry of Defence announced on Tuesday.

Zelensky and Witkoff meeting in Oslo

Steve Witkoff held talks in Oslo with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which a US official described as "constructive".

Ukrainian soldier rescued by drone after cutting off his own leg

The 49-year-old soldier Kostiantyn Vlasenko remained for 491 consecutive days in one of the most dangerous zones of the front and was rescued by a specially modified drone.

Authorities in Busan, southeastern South Korea, attempted for the third time on Wednesday to return a trapped shark to open sea.

Trump asks Putin to release American detainee in Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the release of 74-year-old American citizen Stephen Hubbard during his meeting with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in St Petersburg.

Announcement of new 'yellow vest' protests in France for next Saturday

A spokesperson for the yellow vests movement informed Paris police authorities that they intend to demonstrate on Saturday from noon until the early afternoon, marching from the Bastille to the Opera.

Student protests and clashes with police in Tirana, eighth day

For the eighth day in a row, protests continued in Albania, with ongoing moments of tension between demonstrators and police, especially in Tirana.

Democrats expect a "blue wave" in the US midterm elections for Congress

Fourteen days before the US midterm elections, Democrats appear strengthened in the polls and look forward to a "blue wave".

Trump pressures Zelensky for deal with Russia over war

US President Donald Trump called on Ukraine on Tuesday 20/10 to conclude an agreement to end the war with Russia.

Clashes and arrests outside the Cathedral of the Resurrection in Tirana

Violent clashes between police and protesters broke out on Monday evening (19/10) in the courtyard of the Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ in Tirana.

A Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashed on the evening of Tuesday (20/10) during a training flight in northeastern France, and one crew member lost their life.

First cargo of Russian diesel departs for the US

The first tanker carrying 40,000 tonnes of Russian diesel is expected to depart for the United States on Thursday 22 October, under the energy agreement between Trump and Putin.

A Russian Su-30 fighter crashed in the Kaliningrad region, according to the Interfax news agency, citing the Russian Ministry of Defence.

Kremlin announces possible trilateral meeting of Putin, Trump and Xi in China

Putin met on Wednesday with US special envoy Steve Witkoff for talks on ending the war in Ukraine, according to Russian news agencies.

The Polish Parliament voted on Tuesday, 20 October, in favour of relaxing restrictions on abortion.

Address by Emmanuel Macron after mass demonstrations in France

Around 2,400 people were arrested in France on Saturday during the mass mobilisation against the high cost of living, which was marked by violent clashes.

On Wednesday 21/10 the thermometer exceeded 30 degrees Celsius in Tokyo and Osaka, breaking historic records for the season.

The Egyptian presidency announced that Egypt will provide Saudi Arabia with every possible and necessary form of support for its security and stability.

A drone raid by the Sudanese army killed 153 people in a market in the disputed Abyei region, according to a newer provisional toll.

Macron criticises foreign leaders over comments on the riots in France

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke on Wednesday in Doha and accused leaders of running an election campaign “at France's expense” with “unacceptable” comments about the weekend's clashes.

Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan and Indonesia signed an agreement on Wednesday to strengthen defence cooperation, according to a statement from the Turkish Ministry of Defence.

Italy: Meloni government introduces new offence for violent participation in a demonstration

Italy approved security measures on Tuesday, including a new offence for violent participation in a demonstration.

An Iraqi official at the border said on Wednesday that the busy crossing with Iran had been closed to re-examine security procedures and install detection devices to prevent the smuggling of prohibited materials.

Elon Musk ordered restrictions on Starlink/Starshield in Ukraine

The Wall Street Journal reported that Elon Musk asked for the services of the Starshield satellite network in Ukraine to be restricted.

Financial Times: Netanyahu was ready to strike Iran, Trump stopped him

The Israeli military had prepared a multi-day bombing campaign for the weekend of October 10, targeting political infrastructure, nuclear facilities and regime targets, according to three people familiar with the matter.

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed five drones today, one of them in the Medina region.

At least 53 people were killed and 200 injured by a Houthi missile attack on a training camp of government security forces in Saada province on Monday (19/10).

Trump promises rewards for fraud revelations and rewards conservative YouTuber

Donald Trump presented the new Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program for informants on Tuesday (20/10) from the Oval Office of the White House.

The Houthis of Yemen today claimed a new attack on Aden and say they hit a Saudi position near the city's airport.

In the early hours of Tuesday, police intervened to break up activist encampments in Lisbon and Porto and removed 228 tents.

Prince Harry said he hopes to reconcile with King Charles and the other members of his family.

An oil tanker was hit by a "projectile of unknown origin" off Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz, causing a fire, which was brought under control, according to UKMTO.

Trump describes Marine Le Pen as the "conservative voice" of France

US President Donald Trump described Marine Le Pen as the "conservative voice" of France on Tuesday 20/10.

Israeli police announced on Monday that they had arrested suspects as part of an investigation into violent incidents over the weekend in the West Bank.

North Korean state media published photographs of Kim Jong Un during a visit to a clothing and footwear exhibition.

Trump hurls insults at an Independent journalist at the White House

The confrontation took place on Tuesday, 20 October, while Trump was answering journalists' questions.

Netanyahu accuses France of yielding to extremist Islam

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, in an interview with the French-language television network i24News, that France "has yielded to the invasion of extremist Islam".

France: army deployed on the streets ahead of new Saturday protests

France's Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez, announced the deployment of military forces ahead of the new Saturday protests.

Axios report on payments of millions of dollars for access to Trump

According to Axios, Trump adviser Rick Grenell reportedly proposed last year that a Turkish billionaire be given access to the president, to VIP events and to officials.

Trump and Vance announce rewards of up to $30,000 for reports of fraud involving public money

US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance presented a financial reward programme with a total budget of $25 million for citizens who reveal fraud cases against the American Treasury.

Mattarella refuses to expand army's powers for Milan

On Tuesday, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the deployment of 500 soldiers in Milan by the end of the year to assist the police after the clashes in the city.

The death toll in eastern Spain from torrential rain and flooding has risen to at least four, and authorities have urged residents of the Valencia region to remain in their homes.

The BBC announced the closure of the TV broadcasts of BBC Three and BBC Scotland, and of the radio station BBC Radio 4 Extra, from spring 2027.

Truck drivers' strike in Italy and risk of pasta shortages

Italy's pasta industry risks paralysis, as blockades by truck drivers on roads and at ports in the south are preventing raw materials from reaching the factories.

Britain's counter-terrorism police announced on Tuesday that a 24-year-old British national and a 25-year-old with dual British and Iranian nationality were arrested again.

The Romanian parliament gave a vote of confidence to the government of prospective prime minister Luca Nicolescu, after a months-long political deadlock.

Residents of Alberta reject referendum on independence from Canada

The Canadian province of Alberta opposed on Monday, by a very wide majority, the holding of a future referendum on its secession.

Brazil's electoral court gave Meta 24 hours to prove that it is treating the campaigns of Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro on equal terms on its platforms.

Brazil's Foreign Ministry on Tuesday accused Argentine President Javier Milei of an "attempt at interference" in the second round of the presidential elections on Sunday.

Two dead in Russian strikes near Kharkiv

Russian unmanned aircraft struck the village of Korotych, near Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine, overnight, and two people lost their lives.

Italy: Meloni government considers stricter security measures after the Milan incidents

The Italian government will approve new security measures targeting minors on Tuesday, after days of unrest with clashes between protesters and police and looting of shops.

Hegseth's surprise visit to Israel and meeting with Netanyahu

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday during a surprise visit to Israel, according to Axios.

The head of Iran's supreme security body told the head of the Pakistani armed forces that Tehran will not allow enriched uranium to be removed from its territory.

At least 13 people lost their lives and 34 were injured when a tourist bus collided with a truck in Egypt.

Saudi Arabia has decided to postpone its international investment conference because of attacks on the country's airports.

Turkish parliament asked to ratify Mecca defence pact

Turkey has submitted to parliament for ratification the defence agreement with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, known as the Mecca agreement, according to three parliamentary sources who spoke to Reuters on Tuesday.

Elon Musk announces donation of SpaceX shares to every child in the US

Elon Musk pledged on Monday that next year he will give one of his own SpaceX shares to "every child in America".

The ambassadors of the member states met at the North Atlantic Council to discuss security in the Black Sea, NATO spokesperson Allison Hart said on X. NATO announced that it will send more maritime patrol aircraft, radar systems and unmanned aircraft to the Black Sea, following a series of drone attacks against ships.

Kaja Kallas spoke on Tuesday in the European Parliament and said ships were attacked six times within ten days.

Netanyahu says he discussed with Trump eliminating the Iranian regime

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he discussed with Trump the importance of eliminating the Iranian regime.

An airstrike on Kyiv destroyed an operating theatre of the Strazhesko Institute, a cardiology hospital, and one person was injured, according to Ukrainian authorities.

Trump post on protests in France and immigration

US President Donald Trump called on French authorities to close their borders, commenting on the demonstrations and clashes in France.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights condemned «all acts of violence» at demonstrations in recent days in France and other European countries.

Zelensky calls for Ukraine's participation in US-Russia-China trilateral negotiations

Volodymyr Zelensky stated at a press conference in Oslo that Ukraine must be present at the negotiating table on issues concerning its future.

Poll: one in three Americans favours a second execution attempt if the first fails

One third of Americans believe the government should attempt a second execution of a convicted person if the first fails, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.

A court in Kenya found Paul Mackenzie, head of a religious sect, guilty on Monday (19/10) of the deaths of 190 children and one adult.

A 65-year-old woman lost her life in a shark attack while swimming with other people on a beach in South Africa.

Reports of delays in deliveries of Patriot missiles from the US to Ukraine

The Trump administration has not approved the delivery of Patriot missiles to Ukraine, according to the Washington Post, which cites American officials and well-informed sources.

Revelation of Pegasus surveillance of a prosecutor and others in Serbia

Prosecutor Rade Bajic, who took part in the investigation into the alleged illegal decommissioning of a historic building in Belgrade, received a warning from Apple that his iPhone had been targeted.

Shift of new voters towards the far right ahead of elections in Israel

Shortly before the elections in Israel, polls show a rise for the Jewish Power party of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto referred to the recent riots in Milan, Turin and Bologna and spoke of "hybrid war".

Roman Catholic priest Patricio Sánchez Molinari died at the “Our Lady of Perpetual Help” church in southern Guayaquil, Ecuador, when a cross came loose from the wall and struck him on the head.

Two senior officials are leaving their posts after the investment funds scandal in Turkey: the chairman of the Capital Markets Board (SPK), Mahmut Soutsou, and the Deputy Minister of Finance, Osman Tselik.

AfD announced that it was the target of a cyberattack that caused a data leak from hundreds of thousands of emails of its members.

Two tankers caught fire and were immobilised south of the Strait of Hormuz after hitting Iranian mines, according to a statement by Iran's Revolutionary Guards broadcast by state media on Tuesday.

Arrests and prosecutions over the incidents in France

French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced that 2,513 people have been arrested for the clashes of recent days, while 67 have already been sentenced and taken to prison.

Trump expresses support and predicts Netanyahu victory in Israeli elections

US President Donald Trump, during a phone call with the Israeli prime minister, expressed his certainty that Benjamin Netanyahu will achieve a landslide victory in the parliamentary elections of 27 October.

J.D. Vance does not express support for Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections

US Vice President JD Vance refused to publicly express his support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as President Trump did.

New clashes broke out in Milan on Sunday afternoon, 18 October.

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) announced today that, due to a lack of resources, it will scale back its humanitarian operations in Gaza.

Four members of the Canadian armed forces lost their lives in a fire at a military base in Alberta on Saturday, while dozens of others were seriously injured, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.

Araghchi says Iran and Russia have never cooperated so closely, following Lavrov meeting in Tehran

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on the platform X that Iran and Russia had never cooperated so closely, after the talks on Monday 19/10.

The UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2832 (2026), presented by Greece, on the impact of digital technologies on violations against children in armed conflict.

Fourteen people were killed and seven others injured by a landslide that caused a collapse of tunnels at an illegal gold mine in Colombia, local authorities announced on Monday.

Trump invokes the riots in France to rally Republicans

US President Donald Trump referred to the riots in France in a post on Truth Social, linking them to the US midterm elections in November.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Uzbekistan as part of a tour of Central and South Asia.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in the Iranian capital, on his first trip to the country since the outbreak of the war.

One person was killed on Monday in a shooting incident near a mosque in Columbus, Ohio.

The SPD Executive Committee approved the start of negotiations for a governing coalition with the Left and the Greens in Berlin.

The Speaker of the Swedish Parliament asked the leader of the Centre Party, Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist, to explore the conditions for forming a new government.

Six dead, including three children, in Russian drone strike on park in Kharkiv

Six people, including three children, lost their lives on Monday (19/10) when a Russian drone struck a park in a village in the Kharkiv region.

Russian reactions to the Trump-Zelensky rift

Donald Trump repeatedly criticised Zelensky, who reacted, and Trump stated that “it is time for Ukraine to have a new president.”

Riots and looting in Milan with an emergency meeting chaired by Meloni

Riots, looting of shops and clashes with police broke out in Milan on the sidelines of protests against the high cost of living.

Access to the Louvre Museum in Paris was blocked on Monday morning by students who expressed support for the high school students' movement and denounced “police repression.”

A bomb threat led to the diversion of an Austrian Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna, with a landing in Sofia on Sunday.

Zelensky: Ukraine did not receive timely warning of Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky complained that Ukraine did not receive timely notice from its allies of the overnight Russian ballistic missile attacks, on the night of Sunday into Monday.

Netanyahu warns Israel's enemies that it can strike them at any moment

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said during his visit to an Air Force base that Israel "has the capability to strike" its enemies at any moment.

Russian strikes hit Kyiv on the night of Sunday into Monday.

Putin approves reshuffle of the Russian government

President Vladimir Putin approved a government reshuffle proposed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, Russian state news agencies reported on Monday (19/10), citing the Kremlin.

Macron rejects resignation of French Interior Minister

President Emmanuel Macron rejected the resignation offer of Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, the Elysée Palace announced on Monday.

Rubio says Greece deserves an ambassador with Trump's full confidence

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to Breitbart News a few days after his visit to Greece.