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Lviv court begins reading verdict in murder case of linguist Iryna Farion
The Shevchenkivskyi District Court in Lviv has begun announcing the verdict in the murder case of Ukrainian linguist Iryna Farion. The reading of the ruling is still underway.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Oct, 11:20
US faces 18 October deadline on new Russia sanctions, with Kyiv prioritizing Starlink-rival suppliers
Washington has until 18 October to decide whether to impose new sanctions on Russia, and Ukraine has submitted a wish list of targets topped by firms supplying components for Moscow's homegrown rival to Starlink.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Oct, 11:20
Japan raises permanent residency fee twentyfold for foreigners
Japan has sharply increased the cost of obtaining permanent residency and temporary residence status from October 1, while also tightening income, pension and language requirements for foreign applicants.
ERR (rus) · 1 Oct, 10:24
Pentagon holds NATO-related meeting while excluding several allies
The U.S. Department of Defense has held a meeting to discuss the NATO alliance, but several European countries among the biggest defense spenders and closest U.S. allies were not invited.
Politico Europe · 1 Oct, 10:20
Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments
ADHD UK has threatened a judicial review against West Yorkshire's NHS board over a newly imposed two-year minimum wait for ADHD and autism assessments, claiming the policy is unlawful. The region is one of several NHS areas restricting access amid soaring demand.
The Guardian World · 1 Oct, 09:25
New photo feature documents daily life of the war in Ukraine
LSM has published a compilation of photographs from international news agencies documenting Russia's invasion of Ukraine on September 30, 2026. The images reflect the ongoing war as captured by foreign photojournalists.
LSM · 1 Oct, 09:25
Student protests spread to over 350 schools across France
Student protests in France have spread to more than 350 schools and in places turned into clashes with police. Since the unrest began, 625 people have been detained and dozens of police officers and hundreds of students and school staff have been injured.
ERR (rus) · 1 Oct, 09:22
Izmir braces for thunderstorms before cloudy weather returns
Turkey's western Izmir province is expecting thunderstorms with heavy showers, after which cloudy and milder conditions should return, according to Meteorology Directorate forecasts.
2 avoti · 1 Oct, 08:28
Spain warns EU must unite against US drug pricing pressure, not go it alone
Spain's Health Secretary Javier Padilla Bernáldez has urged European countries to respond collectively to US drug pricing pressure rather than striking bilateral deals, warning this weakens the EU's main strength. His comments come as Germany weighs a deal with Washington and France has already signed a new pharma agreement.
Politico Europe · 1 Oct, 08:27
Early-released prisoners in England and Wales risk ending up homeless, probation officers warn
Hundreds of prisoners are being released early from jails in England and Wales starting Thursday to ease overcrowding, but probation officers warn many will have nowhere to live. The government is expanding electronic tagging, though its rollout has faced criticism.
The Guardian World · 1 Oct, 08:26
Gaza prepares to bury 105 Palestinians killed in October 2023
The bodies of 105 Palestinians have been recovered from the rubble of a residential block in Gaza destroyed by Israel in October 2023, and preparations are underway for their burial.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 08:23
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US execution attempt fails as woman survives two lethal injections
A woman convicted in the US state of Tennessee was taken to hospital after surviving an execution attempt involving two lethal injections, the BBC reports.
Apollo.lv · 1 Oct, 08:23
Russia launches 107 drones at Ukraine, air defence downs 87
Russia fired 107 drones at Ukraine overnight, most of them jet-powered Shahed-type attack drones. Ukrainian air defence shot down 87 of them, but strikes and debris were recorded in 15 locations.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Oct, 08:22
Russia attacks Ukraine with 107 drones, most jet-propelled types
Russia launched 107 drones at Ukraine overnight, most of them jet-propelled models. Ukrainian air defense shot down 87 of the drones, though strikes and falling debris were recorded at multiple locations.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Oct, 08:22
Flydubai pilot stabs colleague on Tel Aviv flight, allegedly tries to crash plane
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after one pilot stabbed the other and, according to Israel's prime minister, apparently tried to bring the aircraft down; passengers subdued the attacker and the plane landed safely.
Delfi · 1 Oct, 08:20
Rutte: NATO will defend every square kilometer as Russian embassies issue nuclear warnings
Russian embassies in London, Dublin and Brussels issued near-identical statements this week saying Moscow is ready to use nuclear weapons if NATO tried to isolate the Kaliningrad region. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte responded that the alliance is ready to react to any provocation and that Putin knows it.
2 avoti · 1 Oct, 07:33
Berlin's SPD and Greens meet Left Party to define red lines, not coalition plans
Berlin's SPD and Greens are meeting the Left Party today not to discuss a future coalition but to set firm boundaries, after accusations of antisemitism and possible links to crime clans strained relations. Failure to agree could push the parties toward a so-called Kenya coalition with the Christian Democrats.
Politico Europe · 1 Oct, 07:24
Day 1,681 of the war: Zelensky discusses fourth phase of "Vivaldi" operation with military
Zelensky met with troops to discuss plans for a fourth season of the "Vivaldi" operation, as Russian forces launched fresh mass strikes on Ukraine and the national grid operator introduced power-cut schedules. The government says it lacks $27 billion for next year's military budget.
ERR (rus) · 1 Oct, 07:21
Indian Pilot Stabbed While Thwarting Cockpit Attack on FlyDubai Flight
Capt. Smit Machchhar of India suffered stab wounds while fending off an attack by his co-pilot in the cockpit, saving the lives of around 170 people aboard the flight. He is now being hailed as a hero.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 07:19
US Supreme Court clears way for execution of Christa Pike
The US Supreme Court lifted a stay of execution for convicted murderer Christa Pike in Tennessee, overriding dissent from three liberal justices. The execution order was set to expire at midnight unless carried out.
BBC World · 1 Oct, 06:24
Trump says US fully controls shipping through Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has stated that the United States fully controls vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, though Iran still retains some influence in the area.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Oct, 06:24
El Salvador sets February 2027 election as Bukele seeks third term
El Salvador's electoral tribunal announced presidential elections for February 28, 2027, clearing the way for President Nayib Bukele to run for a third term after last year's constitutional changes scrapped term limits.
France 24 · 1 Oct, 06:23
Ghana's coastal fishing protections offer lessons as EU weighs new Ocean Act
Ghana has expanded its coastal protection zone from six to 12 nautical miles, prioritizing small-scale fishers over industrial trawlers, and advocates say the approach could inform the EU's upcoming Ocean Act.
Politico Europe · 1 Oct, 06:21
From Kamchatka to Berlin's city council: the story of Russian-born politician Elizaveta Kapinos
Russian-born Elizaveta Kapinos won a seat on a Berlin district council for the Greens party. She spoke about her journey from Kamchatka to German politics.
Meduza · 1 Oct, 05:27
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New portrait of King Frederik X sparks backlash in Denmark
A newly unveiled official portrait of Denmark's King Frederik X has drawn widespread criticism on social media, with many saying the painting barely resembles the monarch. It is the first painted portrait of the king since he ascended the throne in 2024.
TVNET · 1 Oct, 05:25
Pentagon enlists Musk for project on the future of warfare
The US Department of Defense has brought in Elon Musk, along with Lucky and Newt Gingrich, for a project examining the future of war. First results are expected within 120 days.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Oct, 05:24
Iraq Marks Sovereignty Day as US Troop Withdrawal Is Completed
Iraq has begun a four-day holiday celebrating Sovereignty Day, coinciding with the complete withdrawal of US troops from the country.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 05:23
Russia strikes Ukraine's power grid as seven killed in biggest energy attack in months
Russia launched a major air campaign against Ukraine's energy infrastructure, killing seven people and forcing emergency power cuts in Kyiv. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy announced territorial gains in a counteroffensive near Lyman.
Guardian Ukraina · 1 Oct, 05:23
Ukraine's economy minister: air-raid sirens cost $45 million per hour
Ukraine's economy minister estimates that air-raid alerts, which can last up to 10 hours a day, cost the country around $45 million an hour as businesses halt operations. A new two-tier alert system aims to limit the damage.
Meduza · 1 Oct, 04:27
EU Demands Reforms Before More Aid, Kyiv Pushes to Use Frozen Russian Assets
The European Union wants Ukraine to implement reforms before providing additional funding, while Kyiv is urging Europe to tap into €210 billion in immobilized Russian central-bank assets.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Oct, 04:23
Passengers recount terrifying mid-air plunge on flydubai flight
Passengers aboard flydubai flight FZ 1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv described a sudden, sharp loss of altitude as the plane approached the Jordanian border, comparing the experience to a rollercoaster ride.
France 24 · 1 Oct, 04:23
FlyDubai Passenger Recounts Stabbing Attack in Cockpit on Flight to Tel Aviv
A passenger on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv on Wednesday described watching the plane's two pilots tumble out of the cockpit in a bloody brawl. The traveler said he helped subdue one of the pilots.
The New York Times · 1 Oct, 04:22
Opinion: Saturday's vote will decide which political conduct we still accept
An opinion piece published ahead of Saturday's vote argues that casting a ballot not only reflects personal preference but also sets a boundary for what political behavior society still considers acceptable.
TVNET · 1 Oct, 04:21
Tehran hosts public parade featuring two Shahed drones
Crowds gathered in Tehran as two Shahed drones were paraded through the capital, with onlookers waving national flags and cheering.
Al Jazeera · 1 Oct, 04:21
Trump again links Russia-Ukraine conflict to disruptions in diesel fuel market
US President Donald Trump has once again stated that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has become the main problem affecting the diesel fuel market. He emphasized that developments between the two countries are directly impacting the sector.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Oct, 04:20
California bans child marriage, still legal in 32 US states
California has become the 18th US state since 2018 to ban child marriage, with the new law taking effect from January 2027. Survivors including Brittany Bee and Sara Tasneen welcomed the change after years of advocacy.
BBC World · 1 Oct, 04:20