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Badenoch likens UK government to fiddling while Europe risks burning

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has renewed calls for the UK government to cut welfare spending to boost defence funding, accusing the prime minister of dithering amid growing Russian threats.

The Guardian World · 20 Sept, 03:45

Yemen's Houthis Strike Near Riyadh Airport

Yemen's Houthi movement said it launched missile and drone strikes on "sensitive" targets in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh, where fire and smoke were seen near the airport. The anti-Houthi coalition says it intercepted most of the projectiles.

Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Sept, 03:44

Zelensky Announces New Long-Range Operations Against Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he approved new long-range operations in response to Russian strikes, without giving further details.

Meduza · 20 Sept, 03:44

Houthis strike near Riyadh airport, claim hit on Saudi Aramco facility

Yemen's Houthis say they struck 'sensitive' targets in Riyadh with missiles and drones, also hitting a Saudi Aramco facility in Yanbu, while the anti-Houthi coalition says most attacks were intercepted.

Pravda — ziņas · 20 Sept, 03:44

Iran's security chief sets conditions for ending the war

Iran's top security official has said Tehran's demands for peace include ending the war on all fronts and lifting the US naval blockade.

Al Jazeera · 20 Sept, 03:44

Ukraine ramps up rail defenses amid surge in drone attacks

Russian drone strikes on Ukraine's railway network have surged this year, prompting Ukrzaliznytsia and government officials to expand monitoring, evacuation procedures and locomotive procurement. More than 500 locomotives have been damaged or destroyed since 2022, over half of them in 2026.

Deutsche Welle · 20 Sept, 02:52

What are "S-300 Clone" and GAM-67 in the new $2.68 billion US package for Ukraine?

The US has announced a new $2.68 billion military aid package for Ukraine that references two previously unknown items, "S-300 Clone" and GAM-67, and experts say they believe they have figured out what they are.

Euromaidan Press · 20 Sept, 02:51

Russian strike sets shopping centre ablaze in Dnipro, three injured

A Russian attack on Dnipro on Saturday caused a fire that destroyed the Novyi Kontynent shopping centre, with the number of injured rising to three. Two of the victims were hospitalised in moderately serious condition.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 20 Sept, 02:51

Estonia: Video captures deer chasing off a young bear

Witnesses in Estonia's Lääne County filmed a rare scene of a roe deer chasing a young bear named Väino, who has lived near the village since May. Estonia's Hunters' Association says mother deer become especially aggressive in spring and early summer while protecting their fawns.

Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 02:49

Former Russian Official Elected President of Breakaway South Ossetia

Marat Kambolov, a former Russian federal official with no prior ties to South Ossetia, has been elected president of the Georgian breakaway region, a result Moscow hailed as proof of the territory's desire for closer ties with Russia.

The Moscow Times · 20 Sept, 02:48

Russia reports large-scale drone attack on 12 regions

Russia's Defense Ministry claims its air defenses intercepted and destroyed 288 Ukrainian drones over 12 regions and occupied Crimea on September 19. The figures cannot be independently verified.

Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Sept, 02:47

Turkiye signals readiness to militarily support Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate

Turkiye's foreign minister has stated the country is prepared to provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks in Yemen continue to intensify. The statement points to Ankara's intent to deepen security cooperation with Riyadh.

Al Jazeera · 20 Sept, 02:45

Australian opposition leader vows historic immigration cuts and fuel price 'shield'

Australia's federal opposition leader Angus Taylor has pledged one of the biggest immigration cuts in the country's history and proposed an automatic fuel excise cut triggered by oil price spikes.

The Guardian World · 20 Sept, 02:44

Former Russian official declared winner of South Ossetia's presidential election

Marat Kambolov, South Ossetia's prime minister and acting president, has won an early presidential election in the partially recognized republic after a new Russia-South Ossetia treaty enabled his rise to power.

Meduza · 20 Sept, 02:43

Kyiv: North Korea has fired around 150 ballistic missiles at Ukraine, learning from each one

Ukrainian intelligence says components recovered from a Russian missile strike trace back to North Korea, and warns the same missiles also threaten Japan. Kyiv showed the parts to a foreign parliamentary speaker.

Euromaidan Press · 20 Sept, 01:49

Russian strike damages enterprise in Kyiv region

An enemy attack damaged an enterprise in the Fastiv district of Kyiv region, sparking a fire on the premises; no casualties have been reported so far.

Pravda — ziņas · 20 Sept, 01:44

Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missile fired at Riyadh

The Saudi-led coalition says its air defenses intercepted a missile fired by Yemen's Houthi fighters at Riyadh — the first time an alert has sounded in the Saudi capital since tensions escalated between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera · 20 Sept, 01:44

Footballers and fans honour Noah Woods after toddler's death in Suffolk

English clubs Everton and Ipswich Town paid tribute on Saturday to three-year-old Noah Woods, whose body was found this week after he went missing in Suffolk. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious, though inquiries continue.

The Guardian World · 20 Sept, 01:43

Europe Prepares New Strategy to Counter Russian Hybrid Attacks

Following a series of sabotage acts, cyberattacks and drone incidents, European politicians increasingly link them to Russia and call for a tougher joint response. The European Commission is drafting a new security strategy, though proving Moscow's involvement remains difficult in practice.

ERR (rus) · 20 Sept, 00:52

As tobacconist firebombings escalate in Melbourne, insurers pull cover from nearby businesses

A wave of arson attacks targeting Melbourne tobacconists is leaving nearby small businesses unable to secure insurance. Criminal syndicates fighting for control of the illicit tobacco trade are causing collateral financial damage to unrelated shopkeepers.

The Guardian World · 20 Sept, 00:49

Two men detained at Louvre after taping paintings to wall in Mona Lisa hall

Two men were detained at the Louvre in Paris after using tape to stick two small paintings to a wall in the hall housing the Mona Lisa. Neither the men's actions nor the incident caused any damage to Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece.

France 24 · 20 Sept, 00:48

Air raid alert declared in Kyiv and several Ukrainian regions over ballistic missile threat

On the night of September 20, Kyiv and several Ukrainian regions declared a large-scale air raid alert due to the threat of ballistic weapons use. About half an hour later, Ukraine's Air Force announced the all-clear.

Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Sept, 00:43

Israeli President Grants Pardon to Former Soldier Over Killing of Wounded Palestinian

Israel's president has pardoned former soldier Elor Azaria, who in 2016 killed a wounded Palestinian attacker. The case had previously sparked wide debate both in Israel and abroad over the military's conduct.

The New York Times · 20 Sept, 00:43

Greenland standoff: Trump's pressure campaign and NATO tensions

US President Donald Trump's campaign to acquire Greenland, launched after his re-election in December 2024, triggered intense diplomacy and fears of conflict between NATO allies.

France 24 · 19 Sept, 23:50

Group Linked to Al Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Pakistan Mosque Attack

A group with links to Al Qaeda has claimed responsibility for an attack on a mosque inside a police compound in Pakistan that killed at least two dozen people.

The New York Times · 19 Sept, 23:47

Fire with explosions breaks out at home of ex-brigade commander's family accused of killing two civilians in Ukraine

A house belonging to the family of former 155th Mechanized Brigade commander Stanislav Luchanov caught fire in Kalynivka, Kyiv region, after residents reported hearing three explosions. Luchanov is suspected of kidnapping and killing two civilians.

Pravda — ziņas · 19 Sept, 23:46

Fire with explosions breaks out at home of family of former Ukrainian brigade commander accused of murder

A fire, reportedly preceded by three explosions, broke out at a house in Kyiv region belonging to the family of Stanislav Luchanov, former commander of Ukraine's 155th brigade who is suspected of kidnapping and killing two civilians. Firefighters suggested a wiring short circuit may have caused the blaze.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Sept, 23:46

Gaza students strive to keep up with technology despite lack of equipment

Three years of bombing and destruction have devastated Gaza's IT industry, but young people in the territory remain determined to pursue technology education despite lacking basic equipment.

Al Jazeera · 19 Sept, 23:45

Israeli president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian attacker

Israel's President Isaac Herzog has pardoned former combat medic Elor Azaria, who in 2016 shot dead a badly wounded, unarmed Palestinian attacker in Hebron, clearing his 2017 manslaughter conviction.

The Guardian World · 19 Sept, 23:45

Iran sends conditions to end war and resume talks to US via Qatar, official says

Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, says Tehran has sent conditions for re-engaging in talks and ending the war to Washington through Qatar, and is now awaiting a US response.

Al Jazeera · 19 Sept, 22:48

A Ukrainian widow's story: life after losing her husband to the war

Ukrainian Valentyna Lishchuk, now staying in Riga, lost her husband in January after severe wounds sustained on the battlefield. She speaks about their 23 years together and life without his support.

Delfi · 19 Sept, 22:48

UNIFIL's mandate expanded 20 years ago to monitor Lebanon ceasefire

Two decades ago, the U.N. expanded UNIFIL's mandate in Lebanon to include monitoring a ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah.

NPR World · 19 Sept, 22:47

Victorian Labor pledges new offences to close family violence 'loopholes'

If re-elected, Victoria's Labor government will introduce two Australian-first offences targeting perpetrators who evade justice in family violence cases, following coronial findings into two women's deaths.

The Guardian World · 19 Sept, 22:47

Macron Hosts Canada's Carney on Symbolic Visit to French Atlantic Outpost

French President Emmanuel Macron began a three-day visit to the remote archipelago of Saint Pierre and Miquelon on Saturday, to be joined Sunday by Canadian PM Mark Carney, amid rising tensions between Ottawa and Washington.

France 24 · 19 Sept, 22:46