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Brazil election: Bolsonaro's lead over Lula narrows as count continues

As votes are tallied in Brazil's presidential election, right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro holds a shrinking lead over incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, with final results expected within hours.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Oct, 03:22

World

White House monitoring reports of possible plague outbreak in Russia

The US administration is tracking reports of a suspected plague case in Russia and related quarantine measures, according to Axios.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Oct, 03:22

World

White House monitors reported suspected plague outbreak in Russia

The White House is tracking reports of a suspected plague case in Russia and related quarantine measures, Axios reports.

Ukrainska Pravda · 5 Oct, 03:21

World

Brazil heads to presidential runoff as Lula and Bolsonaro face tight race

Brazilians voted Sunday in a presidential election pitting incumbent Lula da Silva against Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, with a runoff set for Oct. 25 if no candidate wins over 50% of the vote.

France 24 · 5 Oct, 03:21

Middle East

Yemeni Government Launches Major Offensive Against Houthis as Iran Vows to Defend Itself Against US

Yemen's government has announced a large-scale military operation against Houthi forces, while Iran stated it is prepared to defend itself should the United States attack.

Al Jazeera · 5 Oct, 03:20

Ukraine

Germany to finance tens of thousands of interceptor drones for Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced during a visit to Kyiv that Germany will fund tens of thousands of interceptor drones for Ukraine's defence forces under its winter military aid package, produced by the Quantum WIY Industries joint venture.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Oct, 02:26

World

Brazil's upcoming presidential election could reshape ties with the U.S. and China

As a major global supplier of oil, soybeans and critical minerals, Brazil's upcoming presidential election could shift its trade relationships with both the United States and China, according to Americas Quarterly editor in chief Brian Winter.

NPR World · 5 Oct, 02:23

World

Mladić funeral fallout deepens tension between Serbia and Bosnia

A semi-official September funeral in Belgrade for convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić has reignited nationalist tensions across the Balkans. The event has strained diplomatic ties between Serbia and Bosnia and raised fresh doubts over Serbia's already stalled EU accession process.

TVNET · 5 Oct, 02:23

World

KPMG paid $38M by federal government despite ban on new work

Australia's federal government has paid consulting and audit firm KPMG $38 million even as the firm remained barred from winning new government work, according to Politico's Canberra Playbook newsletter.

Politico Europe · 5 Oct, 02:23

World

US removes all B-1 bombers from UK base following suspicious incident

The Pentagon has confirmed that all US B-1 bombers have left RAF Fairford in Britain, a week after a mysterious incident near the base triggered evacuations. Five arrested men were released on bail, prompting criticism from Washington.

France 24 · 5 Oct, 02:22

World

US withdraws bombers from UK base over possible terror attack threat

The United States has withdrawn its bombers from RAF Fairford air base in the United Kingdom following reports of a possible new terrorist attack threat, CNN reports.

Ukrainska Pravda · 5 Oct, 02:21

World

Mysterious Glowing Object Streaks Across Libyan Skies

A mysterious glowing object was filmed flying over Tripoli and western Libya, followed by reports of a loud explosion.

Al Jazeera · 5 Oct, 02:21

World

US death row inmate remains in critical condition after failed execution

Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike, 50, remains hospitalized in critical condition after two failed lethal injection attempts. Her lawyer is urging the governor to commute the sentence to life imprisonment.

Delfi · 5 Oct, 01:28

World

Nationalist parties dominate Bosnia and Herzegovina's election amid record-low turnout

Nationalist parties swept Bosnia and Herzegovina's general election across all three ethnic communities, though turnout fell to a record-low 41.5%. Serb nationalist leader Milorad Dodik, banned from holding public office, declared victory for his party.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Oct, 01:27

World

U.S. Swiftly Pulls Bombers From U.K. Base Amid Iran-Linked Threat Warnings

The United States has unusually quickly withdrawn its bombers from a military base in Britain after officials cited warnings of an Iran-based plot against the installation.

The New York Times · 5 Oct, 01:26

World

Polls close in Brazil as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro run neck and neck

Voting has closed in the first round of Brazil's presidential election, with polling showing only around a two-point gap between incumbent Lula da Silva and challenger Flávio Bolsonaro. A run-off on 25 October will follow if no candidate wins more than half the vote.

BBC World · 5 Oct, 01:25

World

US withdraws bombers from UK base over suspected terror plot

The US Air Force rapidly pulled its B-1 bombers out of RAF Fairford in England following an investigation into a suspected terror attack plot at the base, with British authorities linking the incident to Iran, which denies involvement.

The Guardian World · 5 Oct, 01:25

Middle East

Yemen announces military operation against Houthis to reclaim occupied territories

Yemen has announced the launch of a military operation against Houthi fighters aimed at recapturing territories currently under their control. Specific details about the scope or locations of the operation have not yet been disclosed.

Ukrainska Pravda · 5 Oct, 01:24

Middle East

Iran rules out military solution as talks with US over Strait of Hormuz stall

Iran's foreign minister said Sunday there is no military solution to the war with the United States, as negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz remain deadlocked and another tanker was struck near Iran's coast.

France 24 · 5 Oct, 01:23

World

Cornell case pushes New York to review sexual-assault laws

New York state lawmakers have announced a review of sexual-assault laws, including the voluntary-intoxication rule that proved central in a case connected to Cornell University. The case has exposed tension between the state's progressive image and its existing legal framework.

Al Jazeera · 5 Oct, 01:23

World

The Amazon's Future Is on the Ballot in Brazil, but Voters Aren't Focused on It

As Brazil approaches elections, the future of the Amazon rainforest is one of the issues at stake, yet it is struggling to capture voters' attention on the campaign trail.

NPR World · 5 Oct, 01:22

World

US pulls all bombers out of RAF Fairford after terror probe

The United States has returned all its bombers from RAF Fairford in England to American bases following a late-September incident now under counter terror investigation. No reason was given for the withdrawal.

BBC England · 5 Oct, 01:21

Middle East

Yemen's government launches military operation to reclaim Houthi-held territory

Yemen's government has announced a military operation aimed at retaking areas controlled by the Iran-backed Houthi movement since 2014. The internationally recognized government, backed by Saudi Arabia, seeks to restore its authority nationwide.

ERR (rus) · 5 Oct, 00:27

World

Brazil election: Early count shows Bolsonaro ahead of Lula

Polls have closed in Brazil's presidential election, pitting incumbent Lula da Silva against Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. With 10% of ballots counted, Bolsonaro leads with 51% against Lula's 40.8%.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Oct, 00:27

Middle East

Israel sharply criticises UK Green Party's move to declare Zionism 'racism'

The UK's Green Party has formally defined Zionism as a form of racism, prompting Israel's president to denounce the move as an 'antisemitic lie' that deliberately endangers Jews and Israelis.

Al Jazeera · 5 Oct, 00:25

World

Bosnia and Herzegovina holds elections that could shape its EU path

Bosnia and Herzegovina held parliamentary and presidential elections on Sunday, with the country's EU accession prospects and long-standing ethnic divisions dominating the campaign. Preliminary results are expected Sunday evening.

Jauns.lv · 5 Oct, 00:24

Middle East

Oil Flow Through the Strait of Hormuz Rises, Easing Iran's Leverage

Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is increasing again, prompting analysts to reassess how much wartime leverage Iran still holds over the vital route.

The New York Times · 5 Oct, 00:23

Ukraine

Russian strike on Kharkiv kills one, injures six

A Russian attack on Kharkiv's Industrialnyi district killed one person and injured six others, damaging an administrative building and several vehicles.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Oct, 00:23

World

UK Conservatives pledge to scrap environmental regulators to speed up housebuilding

The UK Conservative Party has announced plans to abolish Natural England and the Environment Agency along with several housebuilding regulations, as it tries to regain ground on economic policy.

The Guardian World · 5 Oct, 00:22

World

Anti-migrant protesters gather on England's south coast as boat with over 100 migrants nears shore

Demonstrators have assembled in Gosport, Hampshire, as a small boat believed to carry around 120 migrants approaches the coast. Police have deployed officers and imposed special restrictions on the protest.

BBC England · 5 Oct, 00:21

Ukraine

LSM publishes photo chronicle of the war in Ukraine: days 1682–1684

The Russian-language news outlet LSM has compiled a photo chronicle from independent news agencies documenting days 1682, 1683 and 1684 of the war in Ukraine.

LSM (rus) · 4 Oct, 23:24

World

Brazil votes in razor-close presidential race between Lula and Bolsonaro's son

Brazilians cast ballots Sunday in a tightly contested presidential election pitting incumbent Lula da Silva against Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, who is seeking to continue his father's right-wing movement. Polling suggests the race is too close to call, with a runoff likely.

Deutsche Welle · 4 Oct, 23:23

World

France 24 Examines Flavio Bolsonaro as Brazil's Potential President

French broadcaster France 24 dedicated a segment to Flavio Bolsonaro, who is viewed as a potential future president of Brazil and has pledged to reshape the country.

France 24 · 4 Oct, 22:27

Ukraine

Russian drone strikes key Kyiv bridge during German chancellor's visit

A Russian drone struck Kyiv's Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River on Sunday, wounding two people, as the attack coincided with a visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to the Ukrainian capital.

Guardian Ukraina · 4 Oct, 22:27

World

Ku Klux Klan Leader Claims Growing Support Ahead of US Midterms

A Ku Klux Klan representative claims support for the group's message is rising as it attempts to rebrand itself around family and faith values ahead of US midterm elections.

Al Jazeera · 4 Oct, 22:27

World

Winds to strengthen in Estonia on Monday, temperatures reaching +11 to +15

Estonia will see variable cloudiness and rain on Monday, with winds strengthening through the day and daytime temperatures reaching 11–15 degrees.

ERR (rus) · 4 Oct, 22:24