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Ardern urges politicians at Sydney Opera House to rebuild trust through financial security
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern told a Sunday forum in Sydney with author Anna Funder that politicians are worsening polarisation. She said trust must be rebuilt by creating financial security in a time of insecurity.
The Guardian World · 1 Nov, 09:11
Ukraine's drone forces report record month for Russian personnel losses in October
Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, said his units hit one Russian service member every 159 seconds in October. He called it the highest figure for the grouping since the full-scale war began.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 09:10
Operation "Veles": Ukraine's National Guard "Khartia" units carry out assault in Kharkiv region
Units of Ukraine's National Guard "Khartia" carried out Operation "Veles" in the Kharkiv region, with fighting over a 15 km underground stretch. A column in Ukrainska Pravda stresses the role of discipline and leadership in preparing the troops.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Nov, 09:09
Estonian judge: Baton-wielding police cannot solve Poland's rule-of-law dispute
Ivo Pilving, chair of the Administrative Chamber of Estonia's Supreme Court, says the conflict over Poland's Constitutional Tribunal cannot be solved by force. He calls for a compromise that goes beyond the two political camps.
ERR (rus) · 1 Nov, 09:08
Toxic marble dump yard in India's Rajasthan becomes a tourist attraction
A vast marble waste dump in India's Rajasthan state, nicknamed the "snow yard", draws hundreds of tourists every day. Local residents, however, face serious health risks.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 08:11
Russia attacks Ukraine overnight with 433 drones, strikes recorded at 16 locations
Russia launched 433 strike drones and decoys at Ukraine overnight into 1 November; air defence downed or suppressed 371 by morning. Hits were recorded at 16 locations.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Nov, 08:10
EU Commission: Appointing Eight Polish Constitutional Tribunal Judges Is Up to the Sejm
The European Commission says Poland's parliament has the constitutional power to appoint Constitutional Tribunal judges, and it is monitoring the crisis around the court. Prime Minister Donald Tusk has vowed to restore the rule of law after Friday night's confrontation outside the court building.
Euronews · 1 Nov, 08:09
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Latvia Takes Over UN Security Council Presidency for the First Time
Latvia has begun presiding over the UN Security Council for the first time in its history. Its stated priorities are the situation in Ukraine and the challenges and opportunities of new technologies.
Apollo.lv · 1 Nov, 08:08
King to address slavery with 'unflinching honesty'
Britain's King will speak about slavery with "unflinching honesty" and "sincere sorrow" in a speech to Commonwealth leaders. Pressure is growing for Britain to apologise for its role in the transatlantic slave trade.
Sky News · 1 Nov, 07:11
Zelenskyy: Oleshky truce shows de-escalation with Russia is possible
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the humanitarian operation in Oleshky shows de-escalation steps are possible. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted growing international interest in a limited Black Sea ceasefire.
Guardian Ukraina · 1 Nov, 07:11
Pinyo Pukpinyo, Thailand's Best-Known Snake Catcher, Refuses to Kill Snakes
Pinyo Pukpinyo, regarded as Thailand's most famous snake catcher, finds snakes in nooks and crannies across Bangkok but refuses to kill them. The report comes from a New York Times video.
The New York Times · 1 Nov, 07:11
General Staff: Russia Loses Another 2,100 Troops and 16 Artillery Systems in a Day
Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff said on 1 November that Russia lost about 2,100 troops over the past day of the war in Ukraine. Total Russian personnel losses since the start of the full-scale invasion are put at around 1,590,270.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 07:10
Vike-Freiberga: Trump's Desire for a Nobel Prize Is Shaping Ukraine Peace Efforts
Former Latvian President Vaira Vike-Freiberga said on a TV programme that she is pessimistic about peace talks on Ukraine. In her view, US President Donald Trump's approach is driven by a wish to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
NRA · 1 Nov, 07:10
UN demands investigation after staffer's death in Houthi custody in Yemen
United Nations staff member Mohammad el-Shami has died in Houthi custody in Yemen. The UN is demanding an investigation into his death.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 07:10
German Bundeswehr General: Germany Is Not at War, but No Longer at Peace
Lt. Gen. Alexander Sollfrank, head of the Bundeswehr's Operational Command, discusses what would happen if Germany were attacked militarily. He says a conventional surprise attack is unlikely, but a hybrid shadow war of sabotage and espionage is already under way.
Politico Europe · 1 Nov, 07:09
Rubio defends decision to invite Russia to G20 meetings
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended inviting Russia to G20 events, arguing that ending the war in Ukraine requires talking to both sides. European officials had criticised Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's participation in the meeting.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Nov, 06:11
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Rubio: US does not see Ukraine and Russia close to a deal to end the war
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Washington does not believe Ukraine and Russia are close to reaching a negotiated agreement to end the war. The US is still trying to determine whether peace can be achieved through diplomacy.
Apollo.lv · 1 Nov, 06:11
UN demands investigation into death of staff member in Houthi custody
A Yemeni staff member of the UN Human Rights Office has died in Houthi custody after being arbitrarily held for more than two years, according to the UN human rights chief. The UN is demanding an investigation.
Sky News · 1 Nov, 06:10
FBI Blames North Korea for $6 Billion Theft From Crypto Exchange Binance
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) says North Korean hackers stole more than $6 billion in virtual assets from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. Binance has pledged to cover the losses in full.
Deutsche Welle · 1 Nov, 06:10
Trump Says He Would Invite Zelensky to G20 Summit in Miami
US President Donald Trump told reporters he has no problem inviting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the G20 summit in Miami. The US has already invited Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 06:09
Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky reunite with family in Ukraine
Starved and exhausted residents of the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky have arrived in Ukraine after months of isolation. Some residents have chosen to stay behind.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 06:09
New witness in Dyatlov Pass case claims a hidden-microphone watch was used
A 90-year-old man named Viktor Iosifovich claims that Zolotaryov, a member of the Dyatlov group, carried a watch with a hidden microphone. The claim is unconfirmed, and no recordings have survived.
Jauns.lv · 1 Nov, 06:09
Bangkok's Top Snake Catcher Trains Firefighters but Is Running Out of Containers
Firefighters in Bangkok, Thailand's capital, spend more time catching snakes than fighting fires. Pinyo Pukpinyo, who trains them, refuses to kill the snakes and is running short of containers.
The New York Times · 1 Nov, 06:09
Zelensky meets Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in Istanbul, discusses Oleshky and peace process
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople in Istanbul on 31 October. They discussed contacts with the US side in the peace process and the humanitarian operation in occupied Oleshky.
Pravda — ziņas · 1 Nov, 05:11
Cost-of-living protests in Germany turn violent, with shops looted in Frankfurt
Clashes with police broke out in several German cities on Saturday night after largely peaceful cost-of-living protests, and shops were looted in Frankfurt. The demonstrations were organised by the youth campaign group Gen Z regelt.
BBC World · 1 Nov, 05:10
FBI Blames North Korea for Record $6.3bn Crypto Heist
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) blames North Korea for a record $6.3bn cryptocurrency theft. Crypto firm Binance says it has covered 90 percent of the losses.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 05:09
Artists in Albanese's own electorate unite against AI access proposal
Creative workers in Grayndler, the Sydney seat of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, oppose a government proposal that would let AI companies use Australians' works by default. The copyright changes are being weighed as part of a wider AI reform package.
The Guardian World · 1 Nov, 04:12
Ukrainian marines show off Turkey's upgraded RDS40 40mm grenade launcher
Ukraine's 42nd Separate Marine Brigade has released video of its crews preparing and firing the Turkish-made RDS40-AGL 40mm automatic grenade launcher.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Nov, 04:12
Residents evacuated from occupied Oleshky arrive in Ukrainian-controlled territory
Civilians evacuated from the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region crossed the border into Ukraine's Chernihiv region on Saturday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the arrival.
NRA · 1 Nov, 04:12
France 24 Programme Features Testimonies on Evacuation of Residents From Russian-Occupied Oleshky
International news channel France 24 has published a video segment on residents evacuated from Oleshky, a Russian-occupied town in Ukraine. American filmmaker Zarina Zabrisky, based in Kherson, discusses the past 24 hours.
France 24 · 1 Nov, 04:10
India's Opposition Holds Mass Rally in Delhi Against Election Chief
India's main opposition Congress party is holding a large rally in Delhi on Sunday demanding the resignation of the chief election commissioner and electoral reforms. Organisers say up to a million people could attend.
BBC World · 1 Nov, 04:09
Senate candidate Talarico draws packed Texas A&M rally
Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico held a packed campaign rally at Texas A&M University. Al Jazeera's reporter attended, and the report asks whether he can win over young voters.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 04:09
US diesel prices keep rising despite Trump's Russian fuel deal
A deal with Russia on diesel deliveries has not lowered US prices, The Wall Street Journal reports. Analysts doubt Russia can deliver the promised volumes, while US officials and Congress object to the shipments.
Jauns.lv · 1 Nov, 03:11
Polish president holds crisis talks amid constitutional court standoff
A dispute over the politicisation of Poland's constitutional court is deepening. No side appears ready to back down, and the president is holding crisis talks.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 03:10
Serbia's opposition win echoes Hungary's, as Vučić concedes just like Orbán
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić conceded defeat in parliamentary elections, mirroring Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's concession in April. In both countries, voter mobilisation and election monitors helped the opposition win.
BBC World · 1 Nov, 03:09
DeepState: Russian forces advance near Mykolaivka in Donetsk region
The Ukrainian war-mapping project DeepState reports that Russian troops have gained ground near Mykolaivka in Ukraine's Donetsk region. The report was published on 1 November 2026.
Ukrainska Pravda · 1 Nov, 03:09