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Israeli PM casts his ballot as voters voice opposition to Netanyahu outside polling stations (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comIsraeli PM casts his ballot as voters voice opposition to Netanyahu outside polling stationsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cast his vote on Tuesday (October 27) in Israel’s general election. FRANCE 24's Clovis Casali tells us more.

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Co-ordinated cattle raids kill at least 72 people in South Sudan (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukSouth Sudan cattle raids: Co-oridanted attacks kill at least 72 people in Warrup stateThe cycle of revenge attacks continue as the country heads towards its first election since independence.

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Localised Russia-Ukraine ceasefire starts Ukrainian town facing starvation (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comLocalised Russia-Ukraine ceasefire starts Ukrainian town facing starvationA localised ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect early Tuesday (October 27) ahead of a humanitarian mission led by US first lady Melania Trump, as missile attacks resumed in Kyiv. FRANCE…

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US midterms: Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comUS midterms: Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-SayedAs the US midterm elections approach, the Michigan Senate race is splitting communities. Trump is escalating anti-Muslim attacks against Abdul El-Sayed, the Michigan Democratic Senate candidate, who…

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U.K. charges 2 men, accuses them of working on Iran's behalf in incident at airbase (Source: CBC News) cbc.ca

cbc.caU.K. charges 2 men with national security offences after incident at airbase used by U.S. | CBC NewsTwo men were charged Tuesday with national security offences over a suspected plot against RAF Fairford, a U.S.-run military airbase in England, police and prosecutors said.

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Democrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes election (Source: NPR) npr.org

npr.orgDemocrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes electionvia NPR

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South Africa suspends asylum applications after recent unrest (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comSouth Africa suspends asylum applications after recent unrestTensions in South Africa over anti-migrant protests have left in limbo many who were counting on following the rules to sort out their paperwork and status in the country. Calls for a crackdown on foreigners,…

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Algeria to deploy army units to Niger to protect economic interests (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comAlgeria to deploy army units to Niger to protect economic interestsvia France 24

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Iraqi court sentences six French nationals to life for IS group membership (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comIraqi court sentences six French nationals to life for IS group membershipSix French men were sentenced to life in prison by an Iraqi court on Tuesday for membership of the Islamic State (IS) group, according to a source. They are among ‌47 French IS group suspects transferred…

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Israeli election: Fragile co-existence between residents in Jewish-Arab town of Lod (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comFocus - Israeli election: Fragile co-existence between residents in Jewish-Arab town of LodAs Israelis head to the polls this Tuesday, among those voting are 2 million Palestinian citizens of Israel, some of whom live in mixed Jewish-Arab towns. One of them, Lod, has long been seen as symbolic…

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Chad hosts hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees as regional humanitarian crisis extends (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comChad hosts hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees as regional humanitarian crisis extendsSudan’s war is spilling over into Chad. A drone strike killed at least four people last week in the border town of Bamina, and hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees have crossed over in search of…

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Trump’s cuts have exposed US to ‘cascade’ of El Niño dangers, experts warn (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comTrump’s cuts have exposed US to ‘cascade’ of El Niño dangers, experts warnPresident has taken an axe to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, stalling climate research on and response to extreme weather events

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Neil Young files second lawsuit against Trump for unauthorised use of Rockin’ in the Free World at rallies (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comNeil Young files second lawsuit against Trump for unauthorised use of Rockin’ in the Free World at ralliesThe musician and outspoken critic of the president is suing for $10m in reputational damages – six years after a settlement in which Trump agreed not to use the song again

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‘I’m still innocent,’ says Comey as Trump calls him a ‘dirty cop’ – US politics live (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.com‘I’m still innocent,’ says Comey as Trump calls him a ‘dirty cop’ – US politics liveThe US justice department is attempting to prosecute the former FBI director for the third time

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Syria slams deadly Jordan strikes as ‘unacceptable’ breach of airspace (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comSyria slams deadly Jordan strikes as ‘unacceptable’ breach of airspaceSyria's foreign ministry on Tuesday condemned Jordanian strikes in southern Syria in retaliation for a deadly church attack in the kingdom last week that Amman linked to militants operating across the…

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Jordan launches airstrikes in Syria after church attack (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comJordan launches airstrikes in Syria after church attackJordan carried out airstrikes Monday (October 27) evening against armed groups in Syria in retaliation for Friday’s attack on a Greek Orthodox Church in the southern Jordanian city of Karak that killed…

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Palestinians in West Bank fear further escalation of violence if Netanyahu remains PM (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comPalestinians in West Bank fear further escalation of violence if Netanyahu remains PMRamallah residents say they hope to see Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lose power in elections. "Netanyahu remaining in power means that there will be a clash, a build-up of tension and an…

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Two man charged over RAF Fairford 'plot to aid Iran' (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieTwo men charged over RAF Fairford 'plot to aid Iran'Two British nationals have been charged over a plot to assist Iran's intelligence service as part of the investigation into the suspected terror incident near a RAF base in the UK.

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Fighting paused in Ukrainian city under deal announced by Melania Trump (Source: ABC News) abc.net.au

abc.net.auFighting paused in Ukrainian city under deal announced by Melania TrumpA ceasefire brokered with the assistance of Melania Trump has come into effect in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky.

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Men charged with national security offences over incident at US base in England (Source: ABC News) abc.net.au

abc.net.auMen charged with national security offences over incident at US base in EnglandTwo men have been charged with national security offences over last month's incident at RAF Fairford, a US-run military base in England.

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Russia, Ukraine begin ceasefire in city of Oleshky as deadly strikes continue elsewhere (Source: CBC News) cbc.ca

cbc.caRussia, Ukraine begin ceasefire in city of Oleshky as deadly strikes continue elsewhere | CBC NewsRussia and Ukraine have begun a regional ceasefire to allow the start of a humanitarian effort in the Russian-occupied town of ‌Oleshky, both sides said Tuesday, but they continue strikes elsewhere, including the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.

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What does Israel's election mean for Gaza - and the world (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukWhat does Israel's election mean for Gaza - and the worldThe BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.

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Israeli elections: voters turnout reaches '16.7%' four hours after polls open (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comIsraeli elections: voters turnout reaches '16.7%' four hours after polls openA deeply divided Israel headed to the polls on Tuesday (October 27) for the first time since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, with voters delivering their verdict on veteran Prime Minister Benjamin…

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UK officials discussing free movement with EU ahead of summit, says Reynolds (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comUK officials discussing free movement with EU ahead of summit, says ReynoldsBusiness secretary says focus for November summit will be trade and youth mobility, but talks will also include ‘future options for relationship’

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What Marco Rubio’s sidestepping of New Delhi says about the US’s stance on India (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comWhat Marco Rubio’s sidestepping of New Delhi says about the US’s stance on IndiaRubio’s decision not to meet Narendra Modi last week was seen by some as a snub – but by focusing on business leaders and oil, the secretary of state made American priorities clear. Plus: the artist bringing a female perspective to men’s clothing

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Greenhouse gas levels hit new record highs in 2025 - UN (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieGreenhouse gas levels hit new record highs in 2025 - UNGreenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere rose to new record highs in 2025, locking in climate impacts that will persist for centuries to come, the United Nations has said.

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Two men charged after RAF Fairford incident (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comTwo men charged with national security offences over RAF Fairford incidentOne charged assisting a foreign intelligence service and the other with entering a prohibited place, CPS says

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Tories dismiss PM’s budget ‘everyday fixes’ as little more than ‘cheaper gherkins’, and ‘an insult to families’ – UK politics live (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comTories dismiss PM’s budget ‘everyday fixes’ as little more than ‘cheaper gherkins’, and ‘an insult to families’ – UK politics liveRemoving tariffs on more than 100 products, including gherkins and baked beans, was one of five measures announced this morning before tomorrow’s budget

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Russia launches 280 drones at Ukraine as local ceasefire begins in Oleshky – Europe live (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comRussia launches 280 drones at Ukraine as local ceasefire begins in Oleshky – Europe liveVolodymyr Zelenskyy says 16 ballistic missiles were also launched overnight despite localised truce in Russian-occupied town

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World News in Brief: Ethiopians flee to Kenya amidst renewed conflict, new head of UN’s food programme, UN mission in Somalia concludes (Source: UN News) news.un.org

news.un.orgWorld News in Brief: Ethiopians flee to Kenya amidst renewed conflict, new head of UN’s food programme, UN mission in Somalia concludesAround 36,600 people have fled into northern Kenya following an uptick in fighting on the Ethiopian side of the border.

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UK PM has 'no mandate' to reopen Brexit arguments (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieUK PM has 'no mandate' to reopen Brexit argumentsReform UK leader Nigel Farage said British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has "no mandate" to reopen arguments on Brexit.

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Polls open in Israel as Netanyahu seeks reelection (Source: NPR) npr.org

npr.orgPolls open in Israel as Netanyahu seeks reelectionvia NPR

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Why it could take time for a new Israeli government to form (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukWhy it could take time for a new Israeli government to formIsrael faces what many view as one of the most pivotal elections in the country's history.

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Israel heads to polls for pivotal election defined by security and democracy (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukIsrael heads to polls for pivotal election defined by security and democracyMany fear neither of the leading political blocs will win enough seats for a majority - meaning weeks or months of political wrangling may lie ahead.

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'They should be afraid': Serbia's student-led victory over Vučić sends warning to 'corrupt' leaders (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comSpotlight - 'They should be afraid': Serbia's student-led victory over Vučić sends warning to 'corrupt' leadersFrançois Picard welcomes Helena Ivanov, Associate Research Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, a London-based foreign policy and national security think tank advocating liberal democracy, strong transatlantic…

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China tipped to 'step forward' as Woodside exits Timor-Leste gas project (Source: ABC News) abc.net.au

abc.net.auChina tipped to 'step forward' as Woodside exits Timor-Leste gas projectAn analyst predicts China will swoop in to help Timor-Leste develop its long-planned Greater Sunrise oil and gas project after Woodside sells its stake.

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Live: Polls open in first Israeli election since October 7 attack (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comLive: Polls open in first Israeli election since October 7 attackA deeply divided Israel headed to the polls on Tuesday for the first time since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, with voters delivering their verdict on veteran Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and…

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Israel's principal parties in the election (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieIsrael's principal parties in the electionIsraelis are voting in the country's first election since the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack, in what is seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Judge extends block on Trump plan to renovate golf course (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieJudge extends block on Trump plan to renovate golf courseA US judge has extended a court order blocking President Donald Trump's plans to renovate a historic Washington golf course where she had deemed a removal of trees "inexcusable".

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Major Chinese brands drop Mbappé as backlash grows over Mao joke (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukMajor Chinese brands drop Mbappé as backlash grows over Mao jokeHe allegedly said his "favourite meme" is "the one where they put my face on a Chinese dictator".

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Lula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin America (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukLula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin AmericaThe Trump-Lula relationship may have thawed, but several issues could reignite tensions between the two leaders.

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Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania Trump (Source: BBC News) bbc.co.uk

bbc.co.ukTruce begins in Ukrainian city of Oleshky after it was announced by Melania TrumpThe ceasefire is meant to allow aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians.

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Polls open in Israeli election seen as referendum on Netanyahu (Source: France 24) france24.com

france24.comPolls open in Israeli election seen as referendum on NetanyahuPolls opened Tuesday in Israel’s critical national election viewed as a referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s policies. Reporting from Jerusalem, FRANCE 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky explains that…

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UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groups (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comUK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groupsInvestigation finds dozens of ministers and civil servants moved into AI roles as government developed datacentre expansion plans

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Melting glaciers in Dolomites reveal cache of first world war munitions (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comMelting glaciers in Dolomites reveal cache of first world war munitionsItalian army removes and defuses 250 explosives encased in ice for more than 100 years after hikers’ sightings

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Climate emissions pledges a tenth of what is needed - UN (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieClimate emissions pledges a tenth of what is needed - UNThe latest climate pledges put forth by nations will cut global greenhouse gas emissions just 6% by 2035, a UN report has said, weeks before COP31 talks in Turkey.

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Albanese concedes $6m golf club grant in his electorate was not to contain ‘raw sewage’ (Source: The Guardian) theguardian.com

theguardian.comAlbanese concedes $6m golf club grant in his electorate was not to contain ‘raw sewage’Grant part of $560m invitation-only scheme transparency advocates say largely funded projects in Labor-held seats

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Gaza ceasefire hasn't stopped Israel committing genocide, UN inquiry finds (Source: ABC News) abc.net.au

abc.net.auGaza ceasefire hasn't stopped Israel committing genocide, UN inquiry findsIsrael has continued to commit genocide in Gaza since last October's ceasefire, according to a report from UN-commissioned experts. Israel has rejected the findings as "misinformation".

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Ex-FBI chief Comey faces third Trump prosecution attempt (Source: RTÉ News) rte.ie

rte.ieEx-FBI chief Comey faces third Trump prosecution attemptFormer FBI director James Comey has been charged with allegedly disclosing national defense information, the third criminal case brought against the outspoken critic of US President Donald Trump.

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UN experts disappointed shackling and strip-searching bills blocked (Source: ABC News) abc.net.au

abc.net.auUN experts disappointed shackling and strip-searching bills blockedUnited Nations experts have released a statement calling on the Australian parliament to progress reforms for women and children in custody after legislation on shackling and strip-searching was blocked.