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Drones Hit Telecom Operators in Occupied Donetsk and Luhansk on Two Consecutive Nights
Strikes over two nights on occupied Donetsk and Luhansk hit telecom companies that the occupation authorities built on seized Ukrainian telecom property. The attacks target Russia's communications in Donbas.
Euromaidan Press · 21 Oct, 12:53
Gambia to pay victims of ex-president Jammeh's rule using proceeds from sale of his US mansion
The Gambia Reparations Commission has received $2.57m from the sale of former president Yahya Jammeh's property in the US. The money is intended for victims and survivors of abuses during his rule.
BBC World · 21 Oct, 11:55
Australian MP loses both legs in vehicle attack as suspect appears in court
Australian independent MP Helen Haines has lost both legs in a vehicle attack. Her husband says she is in stable condition, and the suspect has been charged with three offences.
Al Jazeera · 21 Oct, 11:55
China opens new joint airbase in Laos on airstrip built by the CIA
China has opened a new joint airbase in Laos on an airstrip that the CIA built during the Vietnam war. The facility is prompting questions about China's expanding influence in the region.
NPR World · 21 Oct, 11:55
American Airlines plane blows tires while landing at Chicago O'Hare
On Tuesday afternoon, tires on a US airline American Airlines plane burst after landing at Chicago's O'Hare Airport in the United States. Passengers left by stairs and were bused to the terminal.
NRA · 21 Oct, 11:54
Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashes in northeastern France, at least one crew member dead
A French Air Force Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashed near Nancy during a training flight. At least one of the two crew members has died, and the search for the other continues.
Diena · 21 Oct, 11:54
Thousands rally in Lisbon over housing costs
Thousands of people gathered in Rossio square in Lisbon, Portugal's capital, to demand affordable housing after police forcibly cleared a tent camp there. Protesters voted to return the next day and set up the camp again.
Euronews · 21 Oct, 11:54
Stones thrown at military recruitment office in Odesa, two people detained
A group of people threw stones at a territorial recruitment centre building and its yard in Odesa, Ukraine. Police detained two participants and opened a criminal case for hooliganism.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 11:54
Palestinians Hope Israeli Election Will Oust Netanyahu
Many Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank hope Israel's election will remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They want to avoid more years of his right-wing government.
The New York Times · 21 Oct, 11:53
Illegal Migration from Mexico to the US Falls to Lowest Level Since 1968
US border agents have detained 98,708 people crossing illegally from Mexico so far in 2026, the lowest figure since 1968. The drop is linked to tougher immigration policy under President Donald Trump.
ERR (rus) · 21 Oct, 10:56
UK government approves Jackdaw gas field in North Sea; Greens call it 'climate vandalism'
After months of delay, the UK's Labour government has approved the Jackdaw gas field east of Aberdeen. Green Party leader Zack Polanski strongly condemned the decision.
The Guardian World · 21 Oct, 10:55
Germany's Tobacco Tax Hike Takes Effect Early Due to Ministry Error
A technical error by Germany's Finance Ministry caused a law raising taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products to take effect a day after publication rather than at the turn of the year. Manufacturers cannot pay the higher tax because the required excise stamps are unavailable.
NRA · 21 Oct, 10:55
Witkoff arrives in St. Petersburg to meet Putin
Steven Witkoff has arrived in St. Petersburg to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. The main topic of the talks is Russia's war against Ukraine.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 10:55
WSJ: Kremlin warned Germany after Leipzig airport sabotage that more attacks would follow
A Kremlin official reportedly warned a German government counterpart after the attempted sabotage at Leipzig Airport that it would not be the last attack. The Wall Street Journal says sabotage incidents across Europe have risen sharply since.
Meduza · 21 Oct, 10:54
Trump jokes about Melania's signature while she signs a document
US President Donald Trump made a remark about the significance of his wife Melania's signature as she signed a document tied to a new women's health initiative. The video sparked wide discussion on social media.
Jauns.lv · 21 Oct, 10:53
Witkoff arrives in St Petersburg for talks with Putin on Ukraine
US special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Russia on Wednesday morning to discuss Ukraine with President Vladimir Putin. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said he did not know whether any agreement would be reached today.
Guardian Ukraina · 21 Oct, 10:53
Man charged over assault on three Jewish women in east London
A 33-year-old man has been charged after three Jewish women were assaulted in Hackney, east London. The victims suffered minor injuries.
BBC England · 21 Oct, 10:53
Rubio: Witkoff's Talks With Zelensky in Oslo Were Positive
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Oslo talks between President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky were positive. He also denied the White House had advance knowledge of a reduction in Starshield satellite communications speed.
Diena · 21 Oct, 09:56
Mayors of Hungarian cities and Budapest districts urge help for Ukrainian communities ahead of winter
Mayors of 11 Hungarian cities and districts have called for help for Ukrainian communities before winter. They also invited other Hungarian local governments to join.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 09:55
Hungarian city and Budapest district leaders urge help for Ukrainian communities ahead of winter
Leaders of Hungarian cities and Budapest districts have called for help for Ukrainian local communities before winter. They invited other Hungarian municipalities to join.
Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Oct, 09:55
France Deploys Counter-Terrorism Troops Ahead of New Protests
The French government will deploy soldiers from its counter-terrorism forces to support police ahead of demonstrations on 24 October. It admits its response to the 17 October unrest was inadequate.
NRA · 21 Oct, 09:54
Ferry catches fire off Indonesia; all passengers and crew evacuated
The KMP Batumandi ferry caught fire on Tuesday as it approached Merak Port in western Indonesia. Rescuers evacuated everyone on board and no deaths were reported.
Euronews · 21 Oct, 09:53
UK approves Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea
The UK government has approved the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, operated by Shell. The decision has upset environmental campaigners and some Labour MPs.
The Guardian World · 21 Oct, 09:34
US envoy Witkoff arrives in Russia for talks with Putin after meeting Zelenskyy
US envoy Steve Witkoff has arrived in Saint Petersburg to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. The trip follows talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Oslo, which US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called positive.
Euronews · 21 Oct, 09:33
Nigeria Confirms Its First Case of Ebola
Nigeria's Health Ministry has reported the country's first Ebola case, found in the capital Abuja in a woman who arrived from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Authorities are tracing 44 people who may have had contact with her.
ERR (rus) · 21 Oct, 09:33
NYT: Russia Plans to Cripple Energy Supply in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa Within a Month
According to The New York Times, an intercepted Russian plan envisages massive strikes on Ukraine's energy system to cut electricity, heating and water in its three largest cities. Ukraine's air defence is strained by a shortage of interceptor missiles.
NRA · 21 Oct, 09:33
European Parliament Vice-President Goes on Hunger Strike for Residents of Oleshky
Pina Picierno, a Vice-President of the European Parliament, has announced a hunger strike. She is urging the international community to help residents of occupied Oleshky, Ukraine, citing a humanitarian catastrophe.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 09:32
Rubio: US Is Not Trying to Harm Ukraine, Warning Failures Still Being Investigated
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has denied that Washington is deliberately withholding warnings about Russian missile strikes from Ukraine or delaying air defence deliveries. He spoke after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced complaints.
BNN · 21 Oct, 09:32
Euronews morning bulletin for 21 October: a round-up of the day's key stories
Media outlet Euronews published a video news bulletin on the morning of 21 October offering a brief overview of the main stories from Europe and beyond. The description lists the topic areas covered but names no individual stories.
Euronews · 21 Oct, 08:34
US Republican Senator: Putin Is Manipulating Trump and Steering Washington Away from Ukraine
US Republican Senator Thom Tillis has told CNN that Russian President Vladimir Putin is manipulating US President Donald Trump. He criticised the easing of sanctions on Russia and wants possible limits on aid to Ukraine investigated.
Latvijas Avīze · 21 Oct, 08:33
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Musk ordered limits on Starshield use for Ukraine, WSJ reports
The Wall Street Journal reports that businessman Elon Musk ordered restrictions on the operation of Starshield, the military version of Starlink, for Ukraine's needs.
Apollo.lv · 21 Oct, 08:32
General Staff: 269 combat clashes on the front in a day, most of them in the Kostiantynivka direction
Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff reports 269 combat clashes along the front on 20 October. Russian forces were most active in the Kostiantynivka direction.
Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Oct, 08:32
First Heavy Snowstorms Forecast for the Alps, With Up to 35 cm of Snow
The first heavy snowfall of the season is forecast for Alpine regions of Europe in late October, with gusty winds. The peak is expected between 23 and 25 October.
NRA · 21 Oct, 08:32
General Staff: 269 clashes on the front in a day, most Russian attacks in the Kostiantynivka sector
Ukraine's General Staff reports 269 combat clashes along the front on 20 October. The highest number of Russian attacks, 37, was in the Kostiantynivka sector.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 08:32
Court hears accused ex-officer played Taylor Swift song during drive to dispose of bodies
A witness has told the NSW Supreme Court in Australia about a drive to Bungonia with police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon, who is charged with two murders. The defence says the men were shot accidentally in self-defence.
The Guardian World · 21 Oct, 08:32
EU to urge Canada and UK to boost aid to Ukraine to cover €70 billion gap
The European Union is preparing to persuade Canada and the United Kingdom to significantly increase support for Ukraine. Kyiv is expected to face a €70 billion funding gap in 2027.
Pravda — ziņas · 21 Oct, 07:34