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Russia nears completion of giant over-the-horizon radar in Kaliningrad

A large radar complex is reportedly almost finished in Russia's Kaliningrad exclave, wedged between NATO members Poland and Lithuania. Experts say it could let Moscow monitor nearly all of Europe and Ukraine.

Deutsche Welle · 2 Nov, 01:12

Ukraine

Kremlin says Putin could answer a phone call from Zelensky

Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov says Russian President Vladimir Putin might pick up if Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky called. Kyiv says Zelensky is ready for an in-person meeting with Putin.

Jauns.lv · 2 Nov, 01:11

Ukraine

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia sets warehouse on fire

Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia, a city in southeastern Ukraine, on the evening of 1 November, hitting a warehouse building. The fire was put out and no one was injured.

Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Nov, 01:10

World

Parents of woman who died of seizure sue OpenAI over ChatGPT advice

The parents of Bowen Wan, a Chinese software engineer living in Seattle, have sued AI company OpenAI in the US. They allege ChatGPT advised her to taper off her anti-seizure medication and that she died from a seizure.

The Guardian World · 2 Nov, 01:09

World

US Democratic Senator Chris Murphy Suffers Stroke, Reported Alert

Chris Murphy, a Democratic member of the US Senate, has suffered a stroke. Al Jazeera reports that the senator is alert.

Al Jazeera · 2 Nov, 01:09

World

Business jet with nine people on board crashes in Florida residential area

A Learjet 60 business jet carrying nine people crashed in a residential area of Palm Beach county, Florida, on Sunday. It is not yet known whether anyone was hurt or survived.

The Guardian World · 2 Nov, 00:11

World

Democrat Haley Stevens Heckled in Michigan After Endorsing Republican Mike Rogers

US Democrat Haley Stevens of Michigan was called a "traitor" by hecklers after she endorsed Republican Mike Rogers. The source describes Rogers as a rival of Abdul El-Sayed.

Al Jazeera · 2 Nov, 00:10

World

Philippe rules out centre-right primary ahead of French presidential election

French presidential candidate Édouard Philippe said on Sunday he will not take part in a primary to pick a single right-wing candidate. He argues it would cause division and confusion.

France 24 · 2 Nov, 00:10

World

Private jet crashes near Trump's Florida residence, killing all nine on board

A Learjet 60 private plane crashed in Florida on Sunday, and all nine people aboard died. The crash happened about 13 kilometres from US President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence.

Jauns.lv · 2 Nov, 00:10

Ukraine

Ukraine's Air Raid Alert App Taken Offline After Suspected Hack

Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation said the "Povitryana Tryvoha" (Air Alert) app was temporarily switched off after a suspected hack. The ministry published guidance on other ways to receive air raid warnings.

Pravda — ziņas · 2 Nov, 00:09

Ukraine

Ukraine's Digital Ministry: Air Raid Alert App Switched Off After Suspected Hack

Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation said the "Air Alert" app was temporarily disabled after a suspected hack. The ministry advised residents on other ways to receive air raid warnings.

Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Nov, 00:09

World

Europe's nature protection goals: progress has nearly stalled

A weekly programme by the European public broadcaster ARTE asks whether Europe has neglected biodiversity. It says political pressure and industry lobbying have almost completely halted progress in environmental protection.

Žurnāls Ir · 2 Nov, 00:09

Ukraine

Rajevs: Zaluzhnyi Could Become Zelensky's Main Rival in an Election

Latvian parliament member Igors Rajevs believes Valerii Zaluzhnyi would be Volodymyr Zelensky's strongest challenger in a free Ukrainian presidential election, giving him a 70% chance. He also assessed the prospects of other possible candidates.

Latvijas Avīze · 2 Nov, 00:08

World

Fuel Price Rise Ends Dream of Retiring on a Cruise Ship: Passengers Put Ashore in Cambodia After 17 Months

People who planned to spend their retirement years aboard a cruise ship were put ashore in Cambodia after 17 months. A rise in fuel prices upended their plans.

TVNET · 2 Nov, 00:08

World

UK to make many legal migrants wait 10 to 15 years for settlement

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will announce on Monday new rules that would double the standard wait for permanent residence from five to 10 years for most legal migrants. The plan has drawn criticism from ministers, MPs and health and migrant organisations.

The Guardian World · 1 Nov, 23:11

World

UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years

The United Nations peacekeeping mission in disputed Western Sahara ceased operations on Sunday after 35 years, following a US-Russia deadlock in the UN Security Council. Its end raises concerns about regional security.

France 24 · 1 Nov, 23:10

Ukraine

191 clashes on Ukraine's front in one day, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector

Ukraine's General Staff reports 191 combat clashes along the front as of 22:00 on 1 November. Russian forces were most active in the Pokrovsk sector, with 30 attacks.

Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 23:10

Ukraine

The New York Times: Economic Incentives for Putin Could Be a Risky Strategy

A New York Times analysis says US President Donald Trump is betting on economic incentives to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine. The paper argues that Germany's experience shows why this approach is risky.

The New York Times · 1 Nov, 23:09

World

Al Jazeera marks 30 years since its first broadcast

The international news broadcaster Al Jazeera has celebrated 30 years since its first broadcast in 1996, at a ceremony in Doha, Qatar. Qatar's Emir attended the event.

Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 23:09

World

France 24 Spotlight Examines Final Days of US Midterm Campaign

France 24's Spotlight programme on 1 November reviewed the last-minute drama of the US midterm campaign and the key states to watch. The episode title also refers to a "betrayal" in Michigan.

France 24 · 1 Nov, 22:11

World

Exit polls: Incumbent Iliana Iotova wins Bulgaria's presidential runoff

Exit polls indicate that Bulgaria's current president, Iliana Iotova, won the second round of the presidential election on Sunday. She is backed by the governing party Progressive Bulgaria.

TVNET · 1 Nov, 22:10

World

UK resisted putting slavery reparations on Commonwealth summit agenda, Caribbean figure says

A senior Caribbean politician says British officials initially opposed including slavery reparations on the agenda of the Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda. The summit begins on Sunday.

The Guardian World · 1 Nov, 22:10

Ukraine

Russian forces hit Zaporizhzhia with FPV drone, two wounded

Russian forces attacked the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia with an FPV drone. Two people were reported wounded.

Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Nov, 22:09

Ukraine

Zelensky Proposes Meeting Putin in Turkey

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed meeting Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Turkey and hopes for Erdogan's help. The Kremlin repeats that a meeting is possible only in Moscow.

Delfi · 1 Nov, 22:08

Ukraine

Six wounded as Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk region over 40 times

Russian forces attacked five districts of Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region more than 40 times on Sunday, wounding six people. Drones and artillery were used in the attacks.

Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Nov, 21:11

Ukraine

Russian Attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Injure Six People

Russian forces attacked five districts of Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk Oblast more than 40 times on Sunday 1 November, using drones and artillery. Six people were injured, and homes, businesses and infrastructure were damaged.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Nov, 21:11

World

Spain Demands Answers After Train Collision Kills 69

Two high-speed trains collided south of Madrid, and the death toll has reached 69. The crash has renewed questions about rail safety, with the government and opposition arguing over responsibility.

NRA · 1 Nov, 21:10

World

Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers

US Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan, who lost the Democratic primary, has endorsed the Republican candidate in the state's race for a US Senate seat.

Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 21:09

World

Bulgaria's Incumbent President Iliana Yotova, Seen as More Russia-Friendly, Wins Presidential Runoff

Exit polls show incumbent Iliana Yotova winning the second round of Bulgaria's presidential election. She edged out the pro-Western Andrey Gyurov.

Jauns.lv · 1 Nov, 21:08

World

Michigan Democrat Endorses Republican Rival in Tight US Senate Race

Haley Stevens, a former US congresswoman who lost the Democratic nomination, has endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's Senate race. It is one of the closest contests in the US midterm elections.

BBC World · 1 Nov, 21:08

Ukraine

Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries despite pressure from Trump

Ukrainian long-range drones set fire to the Kstovo refinery in Russia on Sunday, as strikes on oil facilities resumed despite US President Donald Trump's pressure to halt them. A six-day local ceasefire in Oleshky is due to end.

Guardian Ukraina · 1 Nov, 20:12

World

New report: people with learning disabilities were left behind in UK's Covid-19 response

A new report on the Covid-19 pandemic finds death rates in England were four to six times higher among people with learning disabilities than average. Its authors urge listening to them and their carers and warn that past progress is being undone.

The Guardian Science · 1 Nov, 20:11

World

Russia's FSB Detains Teenager Over Threat to Tsaritsyno Museum Park in Moscow

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said on 1 November it had detained a minor after a US warning about a terror threat to the Tsaritsyno museum-reserve in Moscow. The teenager had posted TikTok photos showing an object resembling an automatic weapon and images of the site.

ERR (rus) · 1 Nov, 20:11

Middle East

Hebron siege enters 10th day as Israel threatens wider offensive

The Israeli siege of the West Bank city of Hebron has reached its tenth day. The city's economic losses have exceeded $3.8 million.

Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 20:11

Middle East

Gulf states brace for the worst as they await US reply to Iran's Hormuz proposal

Indirect talks in Doha have entered a third day, with Qatar trying to broker the release of Iranian assets and the reopening of the strait of Hormuz. Gulf officials say they are preparing for the worst while waiting for Washington's response.

The Guardian World · 1 Nov, 20:10

Ukraine

Woman killed and five injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine's Sumy region

A 70-year-old woman was killed and five other people were injured in Russian strikes on the Hlukhiv community in Ukraine's Sumy region on Sunday. The head of the regional military administration, Oleh Hryhorov, reported it.

Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 20:10