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Turkey to buy part of Russia's diesel under Trump–Putin agreement

Turkey will purchase some of the Russian diesel that Russia is to supply to the world market under an agreement between the US and Russian presidents. Turkey's energy minister called the deal important for the country's energy security.

TVNET · 18 Oct, 22:31

Macron Promises "Full Transparency" After French Protests Turn Into Widespread Unrest

French President Emmanuel Macron promised "full transparency" in a Sunday address after Saturday's mass cost-of-living protests, which in places turned violent. Around 2,000 people were arrested.

Politico Europe · 18 Oct, 22:31

Priest dies in Ecuador after heavy crucifix falls on him during Mass

A Catholic priest in Ecuador has died during Mass after a large crucifix fell on his head, according to foreign media reports.

Apollo.lv · 18 Oct, 22:31

US Army tests Ukrainian MV7 naval drones in Michigan exercises

Ukrainian-made MV7 unmanned surface vessels, built by the defence company UFORCE, were tested in US Army exercises in Michigan, where they served as carriers for aerial drones. It is the second publicly known use of Ukrainian sea drones by US forces.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 18 Oct, 21:34

Gunmen allegedly open fire on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's vehicle in Mumbai

Gunmen allegedly opened fire at a vehicle carrying Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, India. The actor escaped unharmed.

Al Jazeera · 18 Oct, 21:33

UK Home Secretary to meet EU commissioner on law enforcement cooperation

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will meet EU home affairs commissioner Magnus Brunner on Monday to discuss migration, border management and counter-terrorism. Talks will also cover the UK regaining access to police and security databases it lost after Brexit.

The Guardian World · 18 Oct, 21:32

Zelensky says he will run in elections if they are held before the war ends

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he will take part in a presidential election if it can be held before the war ends.

Pravda — ziņas · 18 Oct, 21:32

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama Denounces Violent Student Protests

Student protests over education and living costs have resumed in Albania. Prime Minister Edi Rama condemned the violence and said the students were being used by "outside forces."

The New York Times · 18 Oct, 21:32

France 24 Show Asks Whether French Riots Help Marine Le Pen

A France 24 programme examines how unrest in France has affected a protest movement rooted in real grievances. It also asks whether the unrest benefits far-right leader Marine Le Pen.

France 24 · 18 Oct, 21:31

Russia's silence after a death at a Siberian plague research unit worries the WHO

Nearly three weeks after a worker at a Siberian plague research unit died of a mysterious respiratory illness, Russian officials have given no clear information. The World Health Organization and the wider international community are concerned about the lack of data.

The Guardian Science · 18 Oct, 20:33

Trump says 'France is burning', country 'shattered' by immigration

US President Donald Trump on Sunday blamed immigration for unrest during protests in France and urged the country to tighten its migration rules.

France 24 · 18 Oct, 20:32

Adigrat residents recount drone strikes in northern Ethiopia

Residents of Adigrat, a city in Ethiopia's Tigray region close to the Eritrean border, recall recent drone strikes by Ethiopian forces. Al Jazeera reported on this in a video feature.

Al Jazeera · 18 Oct, 20:32

Four soldiers killed in fire at Canadian military base in Alberta

A fire at the Canadian army's Wainwright training base in Alberta killed four soldiers and injured several dozen more. Prime Minister Mark Carney called it one of the worst tragedies the armed forces have suffered in peacetime.

Jauns.lv · 18 Oct, 20:31

Fire at Canadian Army Base in Alberta Kills Four People

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a fire on Saturday at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in the province of Alberta killed four people and injured dozens.

The New York Times · 18 Oct, 20:31

Save the Children urges government to release £2.5bn from Chelsea sale

A senior Save the Children UK official has urged the British government to release the £2.5bn from the sale of Chelsea football club. The money has sat in a bank account since May 2022, and he wants it usable for humanitarian aid beyond Ukraine.

Guardian Ukraina · 18 Oct, 19:33

Political Scientist: Trump's Halt of Russia Sanctions Law Is a Betrayal of Democracy

US President Donald Trump has suspended a law on broad sanctions and new tariffs against Russia just before it was due to take effect. Political scientist Kārlis Daukšts says the move places Trump on the side of authoritarianism.

NRA · 18 Oct, 19:32

Paris to invest €200 million in cycling infrastructure by 2032

The French capital plans to spend €200 million on expanding its cycle path network and rebuilding dangerous junctions. The aim is to make cycling safer as bike traffic in the city keeps growing.

Delfi · 18 Oct, 19:32

Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 election

US President Donald Trump on Sunday publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, less than two weeks before Israel's parliamentary election. Trump had withheld his backing for months.

France 24 · 18 Oct, 19:32

Zelenskyy: Ballistic Missile Warnings Are Back, but the Starlink Cap Remains

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told NBC News that ballistic missile warnings have been restored, while the Starlink cap stays in place. Only one of the two US-provided lifelines has therefore been brought back.

Euromaidan Press · 18 Oct, 19:31

Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of Israeli elections

US President Donald Trump has publicly backed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of elections in Israel later this month. Trump called him a "great warrior prime minister".

Sky News · 18 Oct, 18:34

Starlink speed cap in Ukraine persists as Musk, Trump and Rubio offer differing accounts

Ukraine says speed limits on Starshield, the military version of Starlink, look deliberate and are hampering its defence against Russian drones. Elon Musk, Donald Trump and Marco Rubio have each explained the situation differently.

France 24 · 18 Oct, 18:34

Macron to address the nation after riots that Trump says show France 'burning'

French President Emmanuel Macron will speak to the nation on Sunday evening after unrest across the country that led to more than 2,000 detentions. US President Donald Trump used the violence to blame immigration.

Politico Europe · 18 Oct, 18:32

Great white shark spotted off Huntington Beach, California; pier closed

A surfer spotted a great white shark circling near the shore at Huntington Beach, California, on 13 October. The pier was closed and swimmers were barred from the ocean, but researchers could not find the animal.

NRA · 18 Oct, 18:32

Romania downs two Russian jet drones near Sulina

Romania's Defense Ministry says two Russian jet drones were shot down near Sulina and has released cockpit images of the engagement. NATO allies are due to meet in a special session, requested by Romania, to discuss Black Sea security.

Euromaidan Press · 18 Oct, 18:32

EU condemns Israeli settler attack on diplomats in occupied West Bank

The European Union has condemned an attack by Israeli settlers on European diplomats in the occupied West Bank and is demanding accountability. The incident came amid ongoing violence against Palestinian olive farmers.

Al Jazeera · 18 Oct, 18:32

Police investigate Hull mayor Luke Campbell over alleged showing of naked images to a staff member

Luke Campbell, the Reform UK mayor of Hull and East Yorkshire, is under police investigation over allegations that he showed a female colleague naked, sexualised images of himself. Reform UK says he firmly denies the claims.

The Guardian World · 18 Oct, 18:31

Lithuania foils night attack on Starlink site, linked to suspected Russian arson campaign

Lithuanian officials say a night attack on a Starlink site was foiled. The prime minister says he believes those behind it are already known.

Euromaidan Press · 18 Oct, 17:34

Sybiha urges Europe to ban visas for Russian citizens

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called on European countries to restrict visas for Russian nationals as far as possible and to bar Russian combatants and their families from entering. He called it a matter of national security for every European country.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 18 Oct, 17:34

France Reels After Violent Nationwide Protests: 1,800 Arrested, Historic Limoges Town Hall Burned

Saturday's violent cost-of-living protests across France led to 1,800 arrests, the burning of Limoges's 19th-century town hall and the looting of hundreds of shops.

France 24 · 18 Oct, 17:33

British Traveller Returns Home to Hull After 28 Years Walking Around the World

Karl Bushby, a 57-year-old former paratrooper from Britain, has completed a round-the-world trek that began in Chile in 1998. He swam the English Channel in 20 hours as the final stage.

NRA · 18 Oct, 17:32

Why is Trump now encouraging mail-in voting?

US President Donald Trump spent years claiming mail-in voting is corrupt, but he is now encouraging people to use it. Al Jazeera correspondent Noor Wazwaz explains the shift.

Al Jazeera · 18 Oct, 17:32

Pope Leo XIV says he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV, head of the Roman Catholic Church, thanked the faithful on Sunday for their prayers during his hospital stay. He said he plans to return to his usual duties gradually after cancer surgery.

NPR World · 18 Oct, 16:33

Russia's Gerbera-2 drone now carries a 10-kg warhead and an incendiary mixture bag

Photos from a Ukrainian Telegram channel show that the larger Russian Gerbera-2 drone has a separate soft tank of incendiary mixture behind its main charge. The Gerbera was originally built as a cheap lookalike of the Shahed drone.

Euromaidan Press · 18 Oct, 16:33

Gaza families fear food shortages as Israel halts commercial shipments

Israel has halted commercial shipments into the Gaza Strip, and residents report rising prices. Families say they cannot afford extra supplies and fear shortages.

Al Jazeera · 18 Oct, 16:32