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Former Zelenskyy spokeswoman in Ukraine suspected of treason over interviews and posts
Ukrainian prosecutors suspect a woman who once spoke on behalf of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of treason. They say Russian state media used her statements, while she argues Zelenskyy has proved her right.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 21:09

Man killed in drone attack in Antonivka, Kherson region
A resident of Antonivka, a settlement in the Kherson region of southern Ukraine, was killed in a Russian drone attack. The regional military administration head, Oleksandr Prokudin, announced it.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Nov, 21:09

Vance Blames Iran War for Republican Midterm Defeat
US Vice President JD Vance says the war with Iran is the reason Republicans lost the midterm elections. Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the vote.
Delfi · 4 Nov, 20:10

Politico: Five Things Europe Should Watch After Democrats' Midterm Win Over Trump
Politico Europe has published an analysis of five points Europe should monitor after the Democrats' win over President Donald Trump in the US midterm elections. The source text provided contains only a headline and teasers for other articles, so the analysis itself is not known.
Politico Europe · 4 Nov, 20:10
Crimea extends school break as Ukrainian strikes leave the peninsula without power
Sergei Aksyonov, the Russia-appointed head of annexed Crimea, has extended the school fall break because of power outages. Russia's Energy Ministry has acknowledged that Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure caused the blackout.
Meduza · 4 Nov, 20:09

Democrats Win US Midterms as Corruption and Living Costs Drive Voters
Democrats scored sweeping wins over President Donald Trump's Republican Party in the US midterm elections. Polling shows voters were most concerned about government corruption and the cost of living.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 20:09

US midterm win for Democrats raises Canadian hopes of better trade terms
The Democratic win in US congressional midterm elections is being seen in Canada as a signal against President Donald Trump's tariffs. No immediate tariff relief is expected, but Ottawa hopes for a stronger position in trade talks.
BBC World · 4 Nov, 20:09

US midterms bring historic firsts as minority candidates win key races
France 24 reports that several minority candidates won key races in the US midterm elections, marking a series of historic firsts. The available material does not name the candidates or offices.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 19:11

US Midterms: Candidates Taking a Tough Line on Data Centers Win Across the Country
In the 2026 US midterm elections, many Democratic candidates who opposed data center expansion won races. Almost a quarter of voters told NBC News the issue was crucial to their vote.
Wired · 4 Nov, 19:10

Ukraine's security service chief dismisses two senior officials over anti-corruption bureau probe
SBU head Oleksandr Poklad dismissed two senior officials on 4 November who are implicated in a National Anti-Corruption Bureau investigation known as Operation Carthage. He also urged the suspect nicknamed "the Mexican" to return to Ukraine and surrender.
Ukrainska Pravda · 4 Nov, 19:10

SBU Chief Dismisses Two Senior Officials Named in NABU Investigation
Oleksandr Poklad, head of Ukraine's Security Service, dismissed two senior officials on 4 November who are suspects in an anti-corruption investigation known as Operation Carthage. He also urged the man nicknamed "the Mexican" to surrender.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Nov, 19:10

Euronews publishes its evening news video bulletin for 4 November
The international news outlet Euronews has published its regular evening news video bulletin for 4 November. The source mentions no specific event or story.
Euronews · 4 Nov, 19:09

Rajevs: After Southern Bridge Strike, Russia Could Target Other Kyiv Bridges
Latvian MP and army reserve colonel Igors Rajevs believes that after the strike on Kyiv's Southern Bridge, Russia could attack other bridges over the Dnipro. In his view, the main aim is to cut rail links across the river.
Latvijas Avīze · 4 Nov, 19:09

Experts: Democratic Win in Congress Could Limit Trump's Foreign Policy Plans
The results of the US midterm congressional elections will shape not only domestic politics but also America's relations with the wider world. Experts say a Democratic majority could curb some of President Donald Trump's plans and shift US foreign policy.
LSM · 4 Nov, 19:09

Pashinyan: South Caucasus Gains a 'Totally New Global Role'
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan told Euronews that Armenia is balancing its foreign relations and could formally apply for EU membership in 2027 or 2028. He stressed that the peace deal with Azerbaijan must be signed and ratified.
Euronews · 4 Nov, 18:11

Israel's president begins consultations with parties after deadlocked election
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is starting consultations with Knesset factions to choose who will try to form a government. Neither Prime Minister Netanyahu's bloc nor the opposition won a majority in the 27 October election.
BBC World · 4 Nov, 18:11

Texas turns blue after US midterm elections
Texas has flipped to the Democrats after the US midterm elections, a historic shift for a state that has not been led by Democrats in decades. Democrat James Talarico said that maybe the best colour for Texas is purple.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 18:11

Cambridge appoints Post Office inquiry barrister to lead review into death of Jason Arday
Cambridge University has appointed barrister Jason Beer KC to lead an independent review linked to the death of academic Jason Arday. It will examine how misconduct allegations were handled, and how the university recruited and supported him.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 18:11

Two statues in Berlin's Tiergarten defaced with antisemitic slogans
Unknown people painted antisemitic slogans in red on statues of a bear and a bull in Berlin's Tiergarten park. The police state security unit is investigating.
Ukrainska Pravda · 4 Nov, 18:10
Democrats make historic gains in US midterms, dealing major blow to Trump
The Democratic Party has made historic gains in the US midterm elections to Congress. Al Jazeera describes the result as a major setback for President Donald Trump.
Al Jazeera · 4 Nov, 17:11

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill Three in Russia's Belgorod Region
Local Russian authorities say Ukrainian drones killed three people and wounded at least four in the Belgorod region on Wednesday. In Ukraine, officials report that the death toll from a Russian strike on an aid distribution point in Zaporizhzhia has risen to 37.
The Moscow Times · 4 Nov, 17:11

Cocaine overtakes heroin as leading cause of drug deaths in England and Wales
Office for National Statistics figures show cocaine has become the drug most involved in drug-related deaths in England and Wales for the first time. Charities are urging the government to act urgently.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 17:10
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Rinkēvičs: US Elections Will Not Change Demand for Higher European Defence Spending
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs says changes in the US Congress or administration will not alter Washington's demand that Europe invest more in its own defence. He spoke about the possible impact of the US midterm elections on foreign policy.
Apollo.lv · 4 Nov, 17:10

Zelensky Awards US First Lady Melania Trump the Order of Princess Olga
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has awarded US First Lady Melania Trump the Order of Princess Olga, First Class, by decree. Her special senior adviser, Marc Beckman, also received an award.
NRA · 4 Nov, 17:09

Ukraine's air defense copes with slow drones but ballistic missiles remain the gap
Mobile fire groups and interceptor drones catch most of the slow drones attacking Ukraine, but ballistic missiles remain the weak spot. Ukraine's Defense Ministry says it needs better means to close that gap.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 16:11

European Commission: Ukraine Among Four EU Candidates Making Most Progress
On 4 November the European Commission published its annual enlargement package assessing ten EU candidate countries. Ukraine was placed among the four states with the greatest progress.
Ukrainska Pravda · 4 Nov, 16:10

US Midterm Results Also Hit Elon Musk
Nearly all candidates backed by Elon Musk, a leading Republican donor, lost in the US midterm elections. The result in Texas also puts his plans for data centers in the state at risk.
BNN · 4 Nov, 16:09

Indonesia deploys thousands of troops to Jakarta amid wiretapping probe
Indonesia's military has sent more than 20,000 troops and personnel to the capital Jakarta while authorities investigate alleged phone tapping targeting President Prabowo Subianto. Three senior police generals have been detained.
Deutsche Welle · 4 Nov, 15:12

Weapons haul found in Belfast is linked by police to far-right terrorism
Police in Northern Ireland found 17 improvised explosive devices and other material in the Shankill Road area of Belfast, and link the find to far-right terrorism. A 35-year-old man has been arrested and charged.
The Guardian World · 4 Nov, 15:11

Montenegro Could Wrap Up EU Accession Talks This Year
The European Commission says Montenegro is very close to completing its EU membership negotiations. If that happens this year, the country could join the bloc in 2028.
Diena · 4 Nov, 15:11

US voters turn against Trump administration as analyst draws parallel with 1974
A France 24 discussion describes US election results as a "blue wave", with the Democratic Party gaining and the Republican Party reportedly suffering losses. The guests say it reflects discontent with President Donald Trump rather than a mandate for Democrats.
France 24 · 4 Nov, 15:10

Khodorkovsky Urges Europe to Offer Putin's Elite a Way Out
Kremlin critic and former Russian oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky told a conference in Brussels that Europe should give influential Russians an alternative to backing Putin. He argued this could help split the president's inner circle.
Latvijas Avīze · 4 Nov, 15:10

Data Leak Exposes Inner Workings of Germany's AfD: Over 400,000 Internal Emails
Journalists have used more than 400,000 internal emails from Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party to report several controversial findings about its politicians. These include claims that a Bundestag member gathered information for Syria's Assad regime.
Politico Europe · 4 Nov, 15:10
Germany detains man suspected of ordering sabotage of Ukraine's Starlink link
Germany has detained a man suspected of ordering sabotage targeting Starlink, the satellite communications service Ukraine relies on. He allegedly hired two fellow Turkish citizens and had them driven to a station south of Warsaw.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Nov, 15:09

Fifa president Infantino chosen as effigy for Edenbridge bonfire night
Edenbridge Bonfire Society in Kent has picked Fifa president Gianni Infantino as this year's effigy. The 36ft (11m) figure will stand alongside a giant Guy Fawkes.
BBC England · 4 Nov, 14:12

Democrats win majorities in both chambers of US Congress in midterm elections
US midterm election results indicate that the Democratic Party will control both the Senate and the House of Representatives. This shifts the balance of power in Washington and gives President Donald Trump a new counterweight.
Jauns.lv · 4 Nov, 14:11