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US Curbs Intelligence and Satellite Access for Ukraine After Trump's Call With Putin
After US President Donald Trump's 9 October phone call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Washington has restricted some intelligence sharing with Ukraine and access to the "Starshield" satellite communications system. Concern is growing in Kyiv about future American support.
Latvijas Avīze · 17 Oct, 02:33
Fourth day of clashes in Tirana as PM blames "foreign hands"
Protesters and police clashed in Tirana for a fourth straight day as demonstrators demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Rama blames unnamed "foreign hands" but has offered no evidence.
France 24 · 17 Oct, 02:32
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Fear of a New Mobilization Has Eased Somewhat in Russia
Public anxiety in Russia about a new mobilization for the war has eased slightly, activists have found. Rumors of another wave continue to circulate.
TVNET · 17 Oct, 02:32
Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed father shot him
A 16-year-old gunman killed four people at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon. A teacher wrestled with him, and a father who entered the school shot and killed the attacker.
BBC World · 17 Oct, 02:31
US Midterm Senate Debates: Republicans Distance Themselves from Trump, No Debates in Texas
Ahead of the US congressional midterms, Republican candidates are again being asked how closely they align with President Donald Trump. In many Senate races, including Texas, no debates are scheduled.
BBC World · 17 Oct, 01:34
France braces for Saturday protests as former Yellow Vests join student-led action
Hundreds of protests are planned across France on Saturday against rising fuel prices and in support of high-school students who have demonstrated for almost a month over classroom conditions. Some former Yellow Vest leaders back the action, but turnout is uncertain.
France 24 · 17 Oct, 01:33
Healey backs pro-growth case for Heathrow third runway as PM Burnham stays silent
UK chancellor John Healey says there is a growth case for a third runway at Heathrow, even though Prime Minister Andy Burnham has declined to endorse it. The airport's chief executive has warned that investors cannot wait forever.
The Guardian World · 17 Oct, 01:32
Russian mathematician charged with treason over paid Telegram reactions
Semyon Krasotkin, a 27-year-old Moscow mathematician and journalist, has been jailed on treason charges. Investigators cite paid Telegram reactions worth 2,200 rubles left on opposition and Ukrainian channels.
Meduza · 17 Oct, 01:32
Russia strikes Sumy twice, injuring three people
On Friday evening Russian forces struck the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy twice. The second strike hit while aid was being given to victims of the first. Preliminary data show three people were injured.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Oct, 01:31
Russian Forces Strike Sumy Twice, Hitting Area During Rescue Work; Three Injured
On Friday evening, Russian forces attacked Sumy in northeastern Ukraine and struck again while aid was being given to victims of the first attack. Preliminary data indicate three people were injured.
Pravda — ziņas · 17 Oct, 01:31
Russia left six Su-34 bombers parked in the open – at least four destroyed
The Russian air force parked six Su-34 fighter-bombers in the open at a base within range of Ukraine's Neptune cruise missiles. At least four of them are now wrecked.
Euromaidan Press · 17 Oct, 01:31
Yemen's government says Houthis fired two missiles at Aden airport
Yemen's government says the Houthis fired two missiles at Aden airport. Government forces also claim advances in Marib and say they "neutralised" 430 Houthi fighters within 24 hours.
Al Jazeera · 17 Oct, 01:31
Kenya confirms third Ebola case
Kenya has confirmed a third Ebola case, a relative of a man who died earlier this month after travelling from the Democratic Republic of Congo. France 24 reported it on 16 October.
France 24 · 17 Oct, 00:33
Romania blames Russia for ship drone attacks in Black Sea, urges joint NATO command
Romania holds Russia responsible for drone attacks on ships off its coast and is calling for a joint NATO Black Sea command. Day 1696 of the war also brought reports of Starlink limits in Ukraine, a Belgian F-16 pledge and power cuts in Volyn.
Euromaidan Press · 17 Oct, 00:33
Sean "Diddy" Combs transferred to a different federal prison in Pennsylvania
The US Bureau of Prisons has moved music producer Sean "Diddy" Combs from a New Jersey prison to a low-security facility in Pennsylvania. The transfer follows reports of a comfortable life behind bars and an alleged fight, which the bureau denies.
The Guardian World · 17 Oct, 00:33
Meta employees say Lula's accounts were restricted during Brazil's election
A Brazilian daily has reported on messages from Meta employees saying Lula's accounts were restricted during the election. The messages also say the platform recommended Bolsonaro's profile and his WhatsApp channel.
Al Jazeera · 17 Oct, 00:32
Archaeologists Say They May Have Found the World's Oldest Shipwreck
Archaeologists say they have found jars from a shipwreck that could be as much as 4,700 years old. Outside experts are skeptical but intrigued.
The New York Times · 17 Oct, 00:32
Moscow's alternative teens gather in Kitay-Gorod as police target them
Teenagers from various subcultures, known as "nefors," gather on weekends in Kitay-Gorod, a central Moscow district. Bar owners cite fights and lost customers, while police detain the teens mainly based on their appearance.
Meduza · 17 Oct, 00:31
US court ends civil case against billionaire Leon Black after plaintiff cites medical inability to continue
A federal judge in New York has dismissed a civil lawsuit against private equity billionaire Leon Black after the plaintiff said she was medically unable to continue. Black denies the allegations and separately faces a contempt-of-Congress referral over the Epstein investigation.
The Guardian World · 16 Oct, 23:34
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Le Pen ready to travel to Ukraine to discuss financial support with Zelensky
Marine Le Pen, a candidate for the French presidency, says she is ready to go to Ukraine and discuss financial support for Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky. She has previously said she would be willing to end that support if she wins the election.
Apollo.lv · 16 Oct, 23:34
Trump denies restricting Ukraine's access to Starlink network
US President Donald Trump denied that he or Elon Musk was behind limits on the Starshield internet network in Ukraine, which cut drone speeds. Reuters reported the order came from the White House.
BBC World · 16 Oct, 23:33
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Is Leaving Her Post
Al Jazeera has confirmed that White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is "transitioning out" of her role. The outlet's video headline says Donald Trump told the new press secretary to reconsider the job.
Al Jazeera · 16 Oct, 23:32
Zelenskyy asks EU summit for more funding and support amid rift with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked EU leaders in Brussels for nearly $80 billion for next year and warned of a hard winter. Relations with US President Donald Trump are strained, and the European Council asked the Commission to draft a proposal for extra funding in 2027.
Deutsche Welle · 16 Oct, 23:32
Russia designates Stoptime street band's singer and guitarist as foreign agents
Russia's Justice Ministry has added Diana Loginova and Alexander Orlov, the vocalist and guitarist of the St. Petersburg street band Stoptime, to its foreign agents registry. The band became known for covering songs by musicians already branded as foreign agents.
Meduza · 16 Oct, 23:32
US engineer objects to court wiping colleague's conviction for poisoning her water
Berkeley engineer Rong Juan is speaking out against a court decision to expunge the criminal record of a colleague who secretly put cadmium in her water bottle for years. He had admitted guilt, but objections from the victim and prosecutors did not change the ruling.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Oct, 23:32
Fired White House Press Secretary Zacharia Was Linked to an AI Mining Startup
After being fired five days into her job as White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia tried to explain her past. WIRED found that NRED, a mining firm advised by ex-DHS chief Kristi Noem, announced her as an adviser, though she appears never to have worked there.
Wired · 16 Oct, 23:31
Zelensky asks EU for extra €70 billion as ties with Trump deteriorate
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked EU leaders in Brussels to provide Ukraine with another €70 billion next year. The request comes as tensions with US President Donald Trump escalate.
France 24 · 16 Oct, 23:31
Zelensky Meets Hungarian PM Magyar for the First Time, Both Call Talks Positive
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar for the first time on Friday in Brussels. Both leaders described the meeting as very good and agreed to continue dialogue on improving relations.
Jauns.lv · 16 Oct, 23:31
Brazilian Amazon deforestation hits lowest level on record ahead of runoff vote
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon fell 41.8% over the past year to its lowest level since measurements began in 1988. The data comes ahead of the 25 October presidential run-off, which will shape whether the trend continues.
The Guardian World · 16 Oct, 22:34
US budget deficit climbs to nearly $2 trillion over the past year
The US federal budget deficit has grown to almost $2 trillion, its highest level since 2021. The figures show that the deficit reduction promised by President Donald Trump's administration has not been delivered.
LSM · 16 Oct, 22:33
One of the largest aid shipments by the fund "Entrepreneurs for Peace" leaves Riga for Ukraine
Early on Friday, 16 October, one of the largest aid cargoes prepared by the fund "Entrepreneurs for Peace" set off from Riga for Ukraine. The shipment, called the "Convoy of Victory", was gathered by Latvian companies.
LSM (rus) · 16 Oct, 22:33
Musk pushed Trump to slow Starlink in Ukraine, weakening air defenses, The Telegraph reports
Billionaire Elon Musk reportedly urged US President Donald Trump to slow Starlink in Ukraine, according to The Telegraph. The restrictions weakened Ukraine's air defenses while Russian drones were attacking its cities.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Oct, 22:32
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Third suspect detained in Poland over fire at Starlink station
Poland's Internal Security Agency (ABW) announced that a third suspect has been detained in the case of a fire at a Starlink satellite communications station. The headline of the source report indicates the detainee is a Ukrainian citizen.
Apollo.lv · 16 Oct, 22:32
The Telegraph: Musk proposed slowing down Starlink in Ukraine to Trump
The British outlet The Telegraph reports that SpaceX owner Elon Musk approached US President Donald Trump with an idea to slow down Starlink in Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Oct, 22:32
Spiegel: Turkish crime gang may be behind Starlink station arson in Poland
Germany's Der Spiegel reports that Russian intelligence may have hired the Turkish gang known as the Daltons to set fire to a Starlink satellite ground station in Poland. Two Turkish citizens wanted by Poland have been arrested in Germany.
Meduza · 16 Oct, 22:32
France 24 Weekly Review: India's Gen Z Protests and the Trump–Zelensky Rift
Police in India crushed a Gen Z protest over alleged voter fraud, while in Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky criticised Donald Trump's diesel deal with the Kremlin. France 24's weekly programme discusses both stories with commentators.
France 24 · 16 Oct, 22:32