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Japan launches H3 rocket carrying rover to Mars moon Phobos
Japan has successfully launched its H3 rocket to deliver the "Idefix" rover, developed jointly by Germany and France, to Phobos. Phobos is one of the natural moons of Mars.
Apollo.lv · 20 Oct, 09:34
US Envoy Witkoff to Join Ukraine Peace Talks in Oslo This Week, Plans to Meet Putin
Steve Witkoff, special envoy of US President Donald Trump, will travel to Oslo this week for a new round of talks on ending the war in Ukraine. He then plans to visit Russia to meet Vladimir Putin, though the timing is unknown.
Meduza · 20 Oct, 09:34
Curfews introduced in Paris, Nice, Lyon and other French cities after unrest
Authorities in several French cities, including Paris, Nice, Lyon and Lille, have imposed partial curfews after riots and looting over the weekend. Cost-of-living protests have also spread to Italy, where more than 270 young people were detained in Milan.
ERR (rus) · 20 Oct, 09:33
Vance: US and Ukraine are partners "in a sense", but they differ over strikes on Russia's energy sector
US Vice President JD Vance said cooperation with Ukraine will continue. He also opposed strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, citing their effect on energy prices in the United States.
Pravda — ziņas · 20 Oct, 09:32
Residents clean up after deadly floods hit eastern Spain
Residents of Els Poblets, a town near Alicante, began clearing mud and ruined furniture on Monday after flooding from Storm Adam in eastern Spain left at least two people dead.
Euronews · 20 Oct, 09:32
Estonian Foreign Ministry chief: Europe must fill gaps left by the US in supporting Ukraine
Jonatan Vseviov, Secretary General of Estonia's Foreign Ministry, says Europe must take a decisive role in backing Ukraine because the US is currently not supporting the victim of aggression. He also stressed the importance of Ukraine's EU accession process.
ERR News · 20 Oct, 09:31
Myanmar delivers King Charles's gifts to jailed Aung San Suu Kyi and releases rare photos
Myanmar's authorities have handed gifts from Britain's King Charles to its detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi and released rare photos of her. Critics say the military government is using the moment to end its diplomatic isolation.
The Guardian World · 20 Oct, 08:34
Critical Humanitarian Situation in Russian-Occupied Oleshky, Kherson Region
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on 17 October that about 1,700 people remaining in Russian-occupied Oleshky lack food and medicine. He called on international partners to help evacuate civilians and deliver humanitarian aid.
Latvijas Avīze · 20 Oct, 08:34
Australian Lawmaker Hit by Vehicle in Attack, Prompting Calls to Ease Political Tensions
Helen Haines, an independent member of Australia's parliament, remains in critical condition after being rammed by a vehicle. The attack has caused shock and confusion across the country and prompted calls to reduce political tensions.
The New York Times · 20 Oct, 08:33
Ukraine's Air Defence Neutralises 115 of 165 Russian Drones in Overnight Attack
In the night to 20 October, Ukraine's air defence destroyed or suppressed 115 of 165 Russian drones. About 20 more drones were still in the air at the time of reporting.
Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Oct, 08:33
Ukrainian air defence downs or suppresses 115 of 165 Russian drones
In the night of 20 October, Ukraine's air defence destroyed or suppressed 115 of 165 Russian drones. Another 20 were still in the air.
Pravda — ziņas · 20 Oct, 08:33
Finland's jobless count up by 18,000 over the year
Finland had 283,000 unemployed people in the third quarter of 2026, and the unemployment rate rose to 9.8%. The number of employed people increased only slightly over the year.
ERR (rus) · 20 Oct, 08:32
Trump's approval rating hits record low ahead of US midterm elections
US President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to its lowest recorded level. This suggests that the midterm elections due next month could go badly for the Republican Party.
Sky News · 20 Oct, 07:33
Plan for large data center in Devon meets resident opposition
A plan to build one of Europe's largest data centers in Devon, a county in southwest England, has drawn strong opposition from residents. Environmental concerns about the project are growing.
The New York Times · 20 Oct, 07:33
EU readies new Arctic security strategy as Macron and Merz edge closer on budget
The European Commission is unveiling a new security-focused Arctic strategy as the EU seeks a bigger role in the region. Meanwhile, France's president and Germany's chancellor appear to be nearing common ground on the EU's long-term budget.
Politico Europe · 20 Oct, 07:33
848 Strikes on Zaporizhzhia Region in One Day: One Killed, Five Wounded
Russian forces carried out 848 strikes on Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region on 19 October. More than 50 settlements were damaged, one person was killed and five were wounded.
Pravda — ziņas · 20 Oct, 07:32
Russian forces strike Zaporizhzhia Oblast 848 times in a day: one killed, five wounded
Russian troops carried out 848 strikes on Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia Oblast on 19 October. One person was killed and five were wounded.
Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Oct, 07:32
Mother of alleged youngest Alan Jones victim says she 'absolutely trusted' the radio host
The mother of the youngest of five men accusing Australian radio broadcaster Alan Jones of sexual assault testified in a Sydney court. She said she trusted him and felt comfortable sending her teenage son to his farm.
The Guardian World · 20 Oct, 07:32
Russia declares support for Iran in war with the US
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said in Tehran that Russia supports Iran in its war against the United States. He spoke after meeting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
LSM · 20 Oct, 07:31
Landslide at illegal gold mine in southwestern Colombia kills 14
A landslide at an illegal gold mine in southwestern Colombia has killed 14 people and injured seven. The search for possible survivors has ended.
Jauns.lv · 20 Oct, 07:31
Northern Territory report finds child protection failures before five-year-old girl's death
An independent review commissioned by Australia's Northern Territory government has identified serious child protection failures before the death of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. The government has accepted all 45 recommendations, while the opposition says the report misses the root cause.
The Guardian World · 20 Oct, 06:34
Curfews imposed in several French cities after unrest and looting
Curfews have taken effect in major French cities, including Paris, Bordeaux, Nice and Lyon, as police try to stop looting during protests. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has not ruled out declaring a state of emergency.
France 24 · 20 Oct, 06:34
Oil-Rich Alberta Votes on Its Future Within Canada
Voters in Alberta, a Canadian province rich in oil, are taking part in a referendum on whether to stay in Canada or hold another vote on breaking away. The New York Times reports that the referendum has left both sides unhappy.
The New York Times · 20 Oct, 06:33
Vance Says Ukraine Should Not Join NATO
US Vice President JD Vance has said Ukraine should not become a NATO member. He also called for an end to attacks on Russian energy facilities.
Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Oct, 06:33
Violent protests in Albania continue against Prime Minister Edi Rama
Protests in Albania grew more violent last week, with demonstrators demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. A commentary in the Latvian daily Diena traces the unrest to the country's internal divide between Gegs and Tosks.
Diena · 20 Oct, 06:32
France begins clean-up after weekend of riots, but police remain deployed
A clean-up has started in France after a weekend of intense rioting, but tensions remain, with police still in position and curfews in some big cities. In Marseille, shop owners report more than 600 premises looted.
BBC World · 20 Oct, 05:34
Church damaged in Russian attack on Ukraine's Khmelnytskyi region
A church was damaged in Russian shelling in the Khmelnytskyi region of western Ukraine. There were no dead or injured.
Pravda — ziņas · 20 Oct, 05:33
Trump Says Russia Has Treated Ukraine Acceptably
US President Donald Trump says he may meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping next month. He also said Russia has behaved acceptably toward Ukraine and again criticised Volodymyr Zelensky.
LSM · 20 Oct, 05:33
Surging US air strikes in Somalia leave families counting deaths, injuries and displacement
Al Jazeera reports that US air strikes on armed groups in Somalia have accelerated under President Donald Trump. Families describe deaths, injuries and being forced from their homes.
Al Jazeera · 20 Oct, 05:33
Zelensky accuses US of delaying missile deliveries as Kyiv-Washington tensions rise
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told US senators that the Pentagon is deliberately delaying deliveries of air-defence missiles to Ukraine. Relations with the Trump administration are also strained over intelligence sharing and peace talks.
France 24 · 20 Oct, 05:32
Spain's Left Fails to Unite Ahead of November Election
Spain's far-left parties have failed to join forces before the November vote. Politico Europe says this weakens Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's chances of staying in office.
Politico Europe · 20 Oct, 05:32
Rooney Stops Supplying Books to UK Shops Over Terrorism Law Risk
Novelist Sally Rooney and her publishers are halting supplies of her books to retailers in the United Kingdom. They cite the risk of prosecution under terrorism legislation over her support for the group Palestine Action.
The Guardian World · 20 Oct, 05:31
Tap Water Unsafe to Drink in Svalbard Town Longyearbyen as Permafrost Thaws
Residents of Longyearbyen, a remote Norwegian Arctic town, have been advised not to drink tap water because of heavy metal contamination. Scientists link it to permafrost thaw caused by climate change.
Jauns.lv · 20 Oct, 05:31
Kenyan Cult Leader Found Guilty of Killing 190 Children and One Adult
A Kenyan court has convicted religious sect leader Paul Mackenzie of the murders of 190 children and one adult after he urged followers to starve to death. Sentencing is set for 6 November.
Jauns.lv · 20 Oct, 04:34
Kristija's story: escaping a violent relationship
Kristija, 35, describes life in a relationship in which she dreaded going home after work. She has since escaped it.
TVNET · 20 Oct, 04:33
India marks Dussehra, Hindu festival of good triumphing over evil
Millions of people across India are celebrating Dussehra, one of the country's most widely observed Hindu festivals, with processions, prayers and the burning of giant effigies. The festival symbolises the victory of good over evil.
BBC World · 20 Oct, 04:33