- Germany’s pivot on China trade is a long time coming for other EU capitals Financial Times
- Germany and France Are Proposing a New Weapon to Counter Flood of Chinese Goods WSJ
- Germany and France want EU storm gates for China’s trade surge The Economist
- France, Germany seek new EU weapon to instantly cut off market access for China South China Morning Post
- 5 things to know ahead of crucial EU-China talks Euronews.com
Tigray rebel groups ‘forcibly recruiting boys as young as 15’ as fighting spreads
Civilians try to flee as men and boys rounded up on streets by new alliance as Ethiopia conflict erupts again
As renewed fighting has threatened a fresh humanitarian crisis in the northern region of Ethiopia, reports are emerging that a new alliance of armed groups in Tigray has been forcibly recruiting men and boys to its ranks.
Renewed conflict erupted on 23 September between Ethiopia’s federal government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which rules the region, shattering the fragile Pretoria peace agreement signed between the two sides in November 2022.
Continue reading...Watch: Moment Indonesian shoe shop is torn apart by explosion
Police have said it is “strongly suspected” that the incident was caused by a gas leak.
‘You want to call Trump, Bibi?’: How incoming US president’s wrath was leveraged to close hostage deal – The Times of Israel
- ‘You want to call Trump, Bibi?’: How incoming US president’s wrath was leveraged to close hostage deal The Times of Israel
- ‘Ready to Blow His Stack’: How Biden Nearly Cut Off Netanyahu Over Gaza The New York Times
- Key Biden aide Brett McGurk on Hamas, Iran, Saudi Arabia and why U.S. nearly took "draconian measures" against Israel CBS News
- Biden aide Brett McGurk reveals the White House's race to save the hostages The Jerusalem Post
- The Hostage-Taker’s Ledger Algemeiner.com
Quebec separatists vowing independence vote win an election but fall short of majority – AP News
- Quebec separatists vowing independence vote win an election but fall short of majority AP News
- The Separatist Parti Québécois Wins Quebec Election, Reviving Sovereignty Push The New York Times
- Quebec Separatists Win Power in New Challenge for Canada’s Carney Bloomberg.com
- Christine Fréchette stepping down as CAQ leader after searing election defeat CBC
- Canadian leader Carney says Quebec should focus on economy, not a possible independence referendum The Seattle Times
Violent clashes erupt after mass housing protest in Barcelona
Protesters in Barcelona set fires, built barricades and hurled projectiles as violence erupted at a housing protest.
Quebec separatists win election reviving push for independence
Parti Quebecois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon vows a future referendum on independence from Canada.
Yemeni military says it has ‘secured’ Red Sea waterway
Saudi-backed forces gave conflicting reports of whether they had also seized the port city of Mokha, near the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Why Russia Wants Western Embassies Out of Kyiv – and Why They’re Staying – Kyiv Post
- Why Russia Wants Western Embassies Out of Kyiv – and Why They’re Staying Kyiv Post
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, October 4, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- Russia ramps up attacks on Kyiv infrastructure as U.S. makes fresh push for peace talks CNBC
- Rubio responds to Russia's call for foreign diplomatic missions to leave Kyiv Українська правда
- Russia threatens more strikes after Zelensky vows to hit oil refineries The Hill
Trump says ‘threat’ led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford – BBC
- Trump says 'threat' led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford BBC
- Potential Iranian Drone Attack Led to Exit of U.S. Aircraft From British Air Base The New York Times
- U.S. B-1 bombers evacuated from UK base because of threat of Iranian drone attack Axios
- Trump says US bombers moved from UK due to threats reuters.com
- Relocation of U.S. bombers in U.K. highlights new risks for military bases The Washington Post
Trump says ‘threat’ led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford
The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday it had removed the B1 bombers from the base in England back to their home stations in America.
Saudi Arabia says three people wounded in attacks on southern airports – Al Jazeera
- Saudi Arabia says three people wounded in attacks on southern airports Al Jazeera
- Iran war updates: Saudi-led forces down Houthi missile in Khamis Mushait Al Jazeera
- Houthis target Riyadh airport, Aramco refinery as Saudi-led coalition strikes Yemen Fox News
- Yemen's Houthis say they attacked Aramco facility in Riyadh with missiles, drones Reuters
- Saudi Arabia says 2 airports were hit in renewed fighting with Houthis and other Mideast news AP News
Mexican and Colombian cartel mercenaries filmed fighting in Ukraine
Members of Mexican and Colombian cartels are reportedly joining Ukraine’s International Legion to learn drone warfare.
Germany and France Push Trade Weapon to Bar China Access – Bloomberg.com
- Germany and France Push Trade Weapon to Bar China Access Bloomberg.com
- Germany and France want EU storm gates for China’s trade surge The Economist
- EU-China Trade Feud Reaches Defense Sector Ahead Of Beijing Talks Forbes
- Germany and France Are Proposing a New Weapon to Counter Flood of Chinese Goods WSJ
- Merz, Macron seek tougher EU measures against unfair trade DW.com
Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood, with more than 5,200 still missing – NBC News
- Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood, with more than 5,200 still missing NBC News
- Nepal ends flood search with over 5,000 still missing, including 189 Indians The Times of India
- CNN: "Global effort underway to bring relief to flood-stricken Nepal" care.org
- 56 Ukrainians Still Missing in Nepal After Flood as Search and Identification Efforts Continue UNITED24 Media
- Nepal partially halts search for 5,285 people missing after floods — Anadolu Agency UA.NEWS
Secessionist party wins Quebec election in Canada
Parti Quebecois returns to power, promising a third referendum on Quebec's independence from Canada.
‘Kharkiv Defeated Putin’: Russian Bombs Kill Three a Day After Zelensky Praises City’s Defiance – Kyiv Post
- ‘Kharkiv Defeated Putin’: Russian Bombs Kill Three a Day After Zelensky Praises City’s Defiance Kyiv Post
- Russian attack kills 6 in Ukraine's Kharkiv, shatters residences reuters.com
- Russians strike Kharkiv with glide bombs: One person killed, others injured Ukrinform
- Ukraine war latest: Kharkiv devastated by Russian glide bombs, children among victims The Kyiv Independent
- Russian attacks on Kharkiv Oblast kill one and injure 20 people – photos Yahoo
UN rights council condemns attacks on civilians in Sudan, calls for truce
Resolution demands an immediate ceasefire and extends the mandate of the mission investigating abuses in Sudan.
Separatist party projected to win Quebec election, adding new test to Canada’s unity
The Parti Québécois, which secured a minority, has vowed to hold an independence referendum in the years to come.
Samoa leader apologises for Nazi salute after video from 2007 emerges
Schmidt acknowledged that his actions "were inappropriate and capable of causing offence and hurt".