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Amnesty: Moroccan intelligence used surveillance to silence journalists
An Amnesty International investigation has found that Moroccan intelligence services deployed spyware, hidden microphones and infected phones to surveil journalists, activists and human rights defenders. The group says the tactics were used to silence critical voices.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 18:25
Ukraine braces for intensifying Russian strikes on energy infrastructure ahead of winter
A Russian drone hit a Kyiv school where more than 100 children and staff were present, but all had taken shelter and no one was hurt. Strikes also damaged the capital's power infrastructure, forcing the first power cuts in parts of Kyiv since spring.
LSM · 1 Oct, 18:23
Lithuanian President: Russia's Nuclear Threats Becoming Increasingly Reckless
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said he was not surprised by Russia's letter to NATO threatening nuclear strikes if the Kaliningrad region were threatened.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Oct, 18:22
UK woman learns attacker freed, deported five months after it happened
A British woman stabbed by her boss in 2022 says she only found out five months later that her attacker had been released early from prison and deported. The Ministry of Justice admitted an administrative error.
BBC England · 1 Oct, 18:21
Scientists Say Swiss Glaciers Have Shrunk by Nearly a Fifth in Recent Years
A new assessment finds that Switzerland's glaciers have lost close to a fifth of their volume in recent years. Researchers describe the finding as an urgent warning that countries must address human-driven climate change.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 18:20
Kasparov Says US and Lithuanian Agencies Warned Him of Threat to His Life
Exiled Russian opposition figure Garry Kasparov says US and Lithuanian security services warned him his life was in danger, following a US indictment of a Kremlin-linked network accused of plotting attacks on Russian dissidents.
BBC World · 1 Oct, 17:26
Belgium to Send Ukraine Three F-16 Jets, but Maintenance Issues May Delay Their Use
Belgium has committed to transferring three F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, though a lengthy maintenance process could prevent the aircraft from being deployed against Russian drone and missile attacks.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Oct, 17:21
Russia expels Hungarian diplomats as Budapest shifts away from Orbán-era Moscow ties
Russia expelled a group of Hungarian diplomats on Thursday in response to Budapest's September expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats, underscoring a foreign policy shift in Hungary since Viktor Orbán left power.
Euronews · 1 Oct, 17:20
Jailed Russian historian of Stalin-era repressions stable but in fragile condition after suspected stroke
Yury Dmitriev, who documented mass graves from Soviet repressions, is in stable but concerning health after a suspected stroke while serving a 15-year sentence, supporters say.
The Moscow Times · 1 Oct, 16:25
London to Make Part of Oxford Street Car-Free
London plans to ban cars from a stretch of Oxford Street, a street long seen as central to the city's identity and sense of style. The move affects one of the world's most famous shopping streets.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 16:22
Activists protest in Mumbai after police raid home of Gaza event volunteer
Pro-Palestinian activists held a protest in Mumbai after police raided the home of a volunteer who had taken part in a kite-flying event held in solidarity with Gaza.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 16:21
UN peacekeeping chief: US remains 'significant partner' despite $3 billion debt
UN peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix told France 24 the US remains a significant partner despite owing $3 billion in dues, while acknowledging that funding shortfalls have forced a roughly 25 percent capacity cut.
France 24 · 1 Oct, 16:20
France and UK plan to extend "nuclear umbrella" over Europe
France and the United Kingdom are preparing to offer broader nuclear deterrence protection to their European allies, as Russia's war in Ukraine and uncertainty over US security guarantees push the issue back onto Europe's agenda.
LSM (rus) · 1 Oct, 16:20
How did the Flydubai pilot who attacked his co-pilot get cleared to fly?
An incident in which a Flydubai pilot attacked his co-pilot has caused alarm and raised questions about how the pilot was ever certified to fly. The case has implications for Israel and the wider civil aviation industry.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 15:27
Signs of possible break-ins found at homes of Finnish MPs
Several members of Finland's parliament have reported possible unauthorized entry into their homes, though nothing was stolen or damaged. Helsinki police are investigating with cooperation from security police Supo.
ERR (rus) · 1 Oct, 15:26
Pentagon leaves several NATO allies off meeting invitation list
A Pentagon-proposed NATO working group meeting in Poland is excluding several major allies, including Britain, France and the Baltic states, Politico reports.
BNN · 1 Oct, 15:26
Boy arrested over river deaths of three Sunderland teenagers released on bail
A boy arrested in connection with the deaths of three young people in a river in Sunderland, England, has been released on bail, as the city and a local college mourn the loss of three students.
BBC England · 1 Oct, 15:26
On Ukraine's Defenders' Day, soldiers describe what gratitude truly means to them
Ahead of Ukraine's Defenders' Day, Ukrainska Pravda spoke with six service members about how they experience public thanks, what kind of support actually helps, and what they miss from civilian life. Several said expressions of gratitude make them uncomfortable, while concrete care and ordinary conversation matter far more.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Oct, 15:24
Russian General Overseeing Military Training Equipment Jailed Pending Trial
A Moscow military court has ordered Major General Sergei Nikitushkin, who heads training facilities and equipment within Russia's Main Directorate of Combat Training, held in pre-trial detention. The charges have not been disclosed.
The Moscow Times · 1 Oct, 15:23
Ukraine continues strikes on Russian oil refineries despite Trump's warnings
Kyiv is ignoring calls from US President Donald Trump to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries, which he blames for rising global fuel prices, while Russia keeps up heavy attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Guardian Ukraina · 1 Oct, 15:22
Democratic senators accuse Trump administration of worsening US childcare crisis
Seven Democratic senators led by Elizabeth Warren have accused the Trump administration of destabilising the childcare system through funding cuts and regulatory changes, demanding detailed data from the Administration for Children and Families by October 14.
The Guardian World · 1 Oct, 14:24
Kasparov, ally say US and Lithuanian intelligence warned their lives are in danger
Kremlin critic Garry Kasparov said US and Lithuanian security services warned him and his associate Ivan Tyutrin their lives were in danger, following US charges against alleged Russian intelligence agents accused of plotting murders abroad.
LRT English · 1 Oct, 14:24
Russian drone strikes hit civilian targets in Kyiv again
A Russian drone struck a school in Kyiv where more than 100 students and about 60 staff were sheltering, with all surviving unharmed as fires broke out across two city districts.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Oct, 14:23
Independent review finds Travelodge failed sex assault victim 'at every stage'
An independent review has found that UK hotel chain Travelodge failed a woman who was sexually assaulted in one of its rooms, ignoring her complaint for over three years. The review sets out 38 recommendations to improve security.
BBC England · 1 Oct, 14:21
Beef prices become election talking point in Brazil
Ahead of Brazil's presidential election, the price of picanha steak has again become a political flashpoint, testing President Lula's four-year-old promise to make the beloved cut affordable.
NPR World · 1 Oct, 13:25
Euronews releases midday news roundup for October 1st
Euronews published its regular midday news bulletin on October 1, 2026, offering a brief overview of current events across Europe and beyond. No specific individual stories were detailed in the available description.
Euronews · 1 Oct, 13:23
French students block entrances to their schools
Students at schools in France have begun blocking entrances to their institutions, according to a France 24 video report. The report does not specify the reasons or scale of the action.
France 24 · 1 Oct, 13:22
UK announces new sanctions package against Russia
Britain's Foreign Office has unveiled a new round of sanctions against Russia after it launched more than 3,000 jet-powered drones at Ukraine in September. The list includes ships, propagandists and individuals linked to torture.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Oct, 13:20
Netanyahu Praises flydubai Captain and Passengers After In-Flight Attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly praised the injured captain, Israeli passengers and reserve pilots of a flydubai flight who helped secure and safely land the plane after an attack. The identity of the attacker remains unknown.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 13:20
Execution in Tennessee fails as woman survives two lethal injections
After a prolonged legal battle, the U.S. state of Tennessee carried out the execution of Christa Gail Pike, but she remained alive and reportedly snoring after both lethal injections were administered — an incident experts call unprecedented.
2 avoti · 1 Oct, 12:33
Lula Bans Online Gambling Days Before Brazil's Presidential Election
Just days before Brazil's presidential election on Sunday, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva banned online gambling, even as record-high household debt continues to disrupt the lives of millions across the country.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 12:25
Russian drone strike hits Kyiv school, children sheltered unharmed
Russian forces struck a school, a cafe and warehouses in Kyiv, with students sheltering safely during the attack; Ukraine's government has moved to a strict austerity regime as air raid alerts cost the country 40 million euros per hour.
LSM (rus) · 1 Oct, 12:24
US: Woman on death row survives after two lethal injections fail
An execution attempt in Tennessee failed on Wednesday when Krista Paik, 50, convicted of murder, remained alive after receiving two injections that were meant to be lethal.
LSM · 1 Oct, 12:21
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FlyDubai captain hailed as hero for averting plane disaster
The prime ministers of India and Israel have publicly praised FlyDubai captain Sumeet Sabharwal-style pilot Smit Macchar for decisive action that prevented a potential disaster on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight.
Apollo.lv · 1 Oct, 11:22
Why We Think the Way We Think: Science Behind Political Beliefs
Estonian commentator Harri Tiido reviews Turi Munthe's research on how genes, brain structure and geography shape political views. The conclusion: roughly 60 percent of our position on the conservative-liberal spectrum is genetic.
ERR News · 1 Oct, 11:22
Russia's Supreme Court plans jury reform expanding judges' role in deliberations
Russia's Supreme Court is preparing legislation letting presiding judges enter jury deliberation rooms and shrinking jury panels, drawing criticism from lawyers over threats to jury independence.
Euronews · 1 Oct, 11:21