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Health Ministry to seek funding for medics' trips to Ukraine
Latvia's Health Ministry is ready to look for funding so that Latvian medics can continue experience-exchange trips to Ukraine. The trips give them practical experience of working in wartime conditions.
TVNET · 9 Oct, 18:27
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Strikes Tanker, Threatens Ships Beyond the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said on Friday it set an oil tanker ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz and vowed to punish "violating" vessels across the region. US Central Command says the main shipping lanes have been cleared of mines and are open.
Euronews · 9 Oct, 18:27
Latvijas Avīze: anyone can become Trump's enemy
The headline of a Latvijas Avīze article says anyone can now become an enemy of US President Donald Trump by saying two words. The article's text was not available in the source material.
Latvijas Avīze · 9 Oct, 18:26
Two Ukrainians detained in Austria on suspicion of spying; two journalists released
Austrian authorities have detained two Ukrainians on suspicion of espionage, while two journalists from the Ukrainian newspaper Ukrainska Pravda, held in the same case, have been freed. The paper is demanding explanations from Austrian law enforcement.
Delfi · 9 Oct, 18:25
Teen from Novokuznetsk reportedly dies by suicide after working and studying at Alabuga
A 16-year-old from the Siberian city of Novokuznetsk has died by suicide after four months of work and study at the Alabuga special economic zone in Tatarstan, the outlet Echo reports. Drones used in Russia's war against Ukraine are assembled there.
Meduza · 9 Oct, 18:25
New stabbings, overdoses and fires reported at Australian immigration detention centres
Internal documents show violence, drug use and fires continue at Australian immigration detention centres run by US private prison firm MTC. The work safety regulator Comcare warns the government is likely breaching the law.
The Guardian World · 9 Oct, 17:28
Arrested German spy chief lashes out at his old agency over allegations he spied for Russia
A former German intelligence chief has been arrested over allegations that he spied for Russia. He has publicly attacked his former agency.
Politico Europe · 9 Oct, 17:27
Rare double waterspout hits western Sicily, flipping cars and damaging buildings
On Friday 9 October, a rare pair of waterspouts came ashore near Marsala in western Sicily and moved inland. The tornadoes damaged buildings, vehicles and farmland, and two people were injured.
Euronews · 9 Oct, 17:27
"We were detained like terrorists": Tkach describes his detention in Vienna
Mykhailo Tkach, head of investigative journalism at the Ukrainian outlet Ukrainska Pravda, has described his detention in Vienna. He says armed, masked people smashed the car windows and dragged him and his cameraman onto the road.
Pravda — ziņas · 9 Oct, 17:26
Ukrainska Pravda journalist Tkach describes armed detention in Vienna
Mykhailo Tkach, head of investigations at Ukrainska Pravda, says masked armed people detained him and his cameraman in Vienna. He says one of them pressed a knee to his neck.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Oct, 17:26
Rosneft Recruits Anti-Aircraft Gun Crews to Protect Samara Refinery From Drones
Russian state oil company Rosneft has advertised jobs for anti-aircraft gun and armored vehicle crews to defend its Samara refinery against Ukrainian drones, according to the exiled outlet Vyorstka.
The Moscow Times · 9 Oct, 16:27
Ukraine pushes Russia back in Donetsk as military and civilian casualties rise
According to Al Jazeera, Russian forces in Ukraine's Donetsk region are fighting for settlements they once held firmly, and have withdrawn from many others. The headline says casualties among both soldiers and civilians are soaring.
Al Jazeera · 9 Oct, 16:27
Plastic surgeon Alexander Aslani shot dead at his clinic in Spain
Alexander Aslani, a 57-year-old internationally known plastic surgeon, was shot dead at his clinic in the Spanish resort city of Marbella. Police have detained an 18-year-old suspect, and the motive is still unclear.
NRA · 9 Oct, 16:26
Germany criticizes Schröder for attending Putin's birthday
Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder took part in Russian President Vladimir Putin's birthday celebration in Moscow, drawing sharp criticism from politicians and media in Germany. Chancellor Friedrich Merz called the visit immoral.
ERR (rus) · 9 Oct, 16:25
Two Ukrainian firms plan to build thermal sensor plants in the West
Two Ukrainian companies intend to build their own factories in Western countries to supply Western armies with thermal camera sensors. Ukraine uses up Europe's yearly supply of these sensors in about five months.
Euromaidan Press · 9 Oct, 16:24
Ukrainian journalists detained in Vienna over suspected espionage
Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner says Mykhailo Tkach of the Ukrainian outlet Ukrainska Pravda has been released after being detained in Vienna, while camera operator Yaroslav Bondarenko remains in custody. Both were held on suspicion of espionage.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Oct, 15:27
Ukrainian Journalist Detained in Vienna; Austrian Minister Cites Espionage Suspicion
Austria's interior minister said that Mykhailo Tkach, head of the investigative journalism unit at Ukrainska Pravda, has been released after being detained in Vienna. Cameraman Yaroslav Bondarenko remains in custody.
Pravda — ziņas · 9 Oct, 15:27
Merz condemns Schröder for attending Putin's birthday celebration
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his government have sharply condemned former chancellor Gerhard Schröder for attending Russian President Vladimir Putin's birthday celebration. The leadership of Schröder's own party, the SPD, has also criticised the visit.
Jauns.lv · 9 Oct, 15:25
India recorded 5,737 dowry-linked deaths in 2024
India recorded 5,737 dowry-linked deaths of women in 2024, around 16 a day. The practice has been illegal for over six decades but remains deeply rooted in society.
France 24 · 9 Oct, 15:25
Merz Slams Schröder for Visiting Putin and Celebrating His Birthday
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has sharply criticised former chancellor Gerhard Schröder for visiting Russian leader Vladimir Putin and celebrating the latter's birthday. Merz called the conduct "absolutely immoral".
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Oct, 14:26
Nobel Prize Winners Learn of Their Win Without Warning
The New York Times reports that Nobel Prize committees do not always manage to reach laureates in time. Navi Pillay was not the first the committees struggled to contact, and many winners were still asleep when the news broke.
The New York Times · 9 Oct, 14:26
Pentagon plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution draws fierce backlash
US defense secretary Pete Hegseth said former army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan will be executed by firing squad on 3 December, with the event livestreamed. Democrats, Republicans and human rights groups have sharply criticised the plan.
The Guardian World · 9 Oct, 14:26
Merz sharply criticises Schröder over visit to Putin and birthday celebration
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has sharply criticised former chancellor Gerhard Schröder for visiting Russian leader Vladimir Putin and celebrating his birthday. According to Ukrainian outlet Pravda, Merz called it "absolutely immoral".
Pravda — ziņas · 9 Oct, 14:26
Several African Countries Ask Ukraine to Hand Back Citizens Captured Fighting for Russia
Kenya, Zimbabwe and Botswana are urging Ukraine to repatriate their citizens who were captured after serving in the Russian army. Ukraine is holding at least 213 foreign prisoners of war, 37 of them Africans.
NRA · 9 Oct, 14:26
British Troops in Estonia Deploy Long-Range "Nyan" Strike Drones
British soldiers at the Tapa base in northern Estonia have deployed "Nyan" one-way drones with a range of over 250 kilometres. The systems extend the allies' ability to carry out precision strikes at long distance.
Jauns.lv · 9 Oct, 14:26
Montenegro Detains Founder of Influential Pro-War Russian Channel Rybar
Montenegrin authorities have detained Mikhail Zvinchuk, founder of the Russian Telegram channel Rybar, whom the United States is seeking over alleged election interference. Prime Minister Milojko Spajić confirmed the arrest.
The Moscow Times · 9 Oct, 13:28
Latvia's State Security Service assists UK authorities over two Latvians detained at air force base
Latvia's State Security Service is cooperating with British counterparts in an investigation into two Latvian nationals detained at a Royal Air Force base in England. No criminal proceedings have been opened against them in Latvia.
Jauns.lv · 9 Oct, 13:26
Window cleaners stuck on 15th floor cradle rescued
Two window cleaners were left stranded on the 15th floor of the One Blackfriars tower in London after their access cradle malfunctioned. They were later rescued.
BBC England · 9 Oct, 13:26
Suspected plague case in Siberia highlights Russia's Soviet-era culture of secrecy
A worker at a Siberian research lab died in suspicious circumstances last week, prompting global concern about suspected pneumonic plague. A FRANCE 24 commentator says the case reflects the Kremlin's long habit of controlling the official narrative.
France 24 · 9 Oct, 13:26
Houthi missile strikes kill three at Riyadh airport, including an airline captain
Missile attacks on Riyadh's international airport on Thursday killed three people, Saudi Arabia says. Among them was Saudia Airlines captain Hamoud Ali Alkalthami, as Yemen's Houthis claimed the strikes.
Euronews · 9 Oct, 13:25
South Africa's Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
The Norwegian Nobel Committee in Oslo has awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South Africa-born Navanethem Pillay, 85, for promoting peace and international law. The committee said resolving conflicts without force depends on the international rule of law.
France 24 · 9 Oct, 12:28
Russian attack damages food warehouse and café in Odesa Oblast
A large-scale Russian attack on the city of Odesa and the south of the oblast damaged a food warehouse, a café and holiday resort buildings. No casualties were reported and the fires have been put out.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 9 Oct, 12:27
Russian drone hits minibus in central Zaporizhzhia, three people hospitalised
A Russian FPV drone struck a minibus in the centre of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, on 9 October. Two men and a woman were injured and taken to hospital.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Oct, 12:26
Nobel Peace Prize this year goes to lawyer Navi Pillay
This year's Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to South African lawyer and human rights advocate Navanethem "Navi" Pillay. The award recognises her efforts to promote peace and respect for international law worldwide.
LSM · 9 Oct, 12:25
Former U.N. Human Rights Commissioner Navi Pillay Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Navi Pillay, a South African lawyer and former U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. She led an investigation on Gaza whose findings the Israeli government rejects.
The New York Times · 9 Oct, 12:25
Ukrainian drone strike knocks out several modules of Yandex data center in Kaluga
Russian tech company Yandex says a drone strike on its Kaluga data center completely disabled several modules. It is the second attack on the company's data centers in two days.
Meduza · 9 Oct, 12:25