Pro-Palestinian Protesters Clash With Gardaí as Biden Visits Trinity College
Pro-Palestinian protesters threw objects at Joe Biden’s car and clashed with Gardaí outside Trinity College Dublin, where his son Hunter was receiving an award; at least two people were arrested.
US Army soldier arrested near Gloucester over suspected Russia spying
A 41-year-old senior U.S. Army soldier was arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of spying for Russia, with police searching two sites in Gloucestershire as part of a joint UK-US investigation.
Hasina Applies for New Passport, Says She Will Return to Bangladesh in December
Sheikh Hasina, sentenced to death in absentia, requested a new passport as she prepares to return to Bangladesh in December, but the government rejected the request and reiterated its demand that India extradite her.
Iran Sets Two-Day Ultimatum as Trump Advisers Split Over Ending War
Iran’s foreign minister gave President Trump a two-day ultimatum to meet Tehran’s demands or face renewed strikes, as reports describe a White House split between advisers favoring diplomacy and others pushing to resume combat operations.
Six Killed, 15 Wounded in Krakow Main Square Shooting
A gunman in military-style clothing drove into Krakow’s Main Square and opened fire on Saturday, killing six people and wounding at least 15 before being shot and wounded by police.
Bidur School Saved 900 Students With No Warning System as Climate Funds Went Elsewhere
A late-August avalanche and flood killed more than 1,400 people in Nepal’s Trishuli Valley, where a Bidur school principal saved about 900 students with no siren or alert system — while billions in international climate funding went to other projects.
North Korea Fires Missiles Toward Sea, Rejects US Claims Over Binance Hack
North Korea fired multiple missiles toward the sea on Wednesday and rejected US accusations that its hackers carried out the $6 billion Binance cryptocurrency heist, with Kim Jong Un’s sister saying Pyongyang sees no need for talks with Washington.
Sanctioned Iranian Fuel Tanker Tracked Unloading Cargo at Xinzhou Port
A sanctioned Iranian tanker, the SOGL, evaded a US naval blockade and discharged roughly 500,000 barrels of Iranian LPG at Xinzhou Port in China, according to a months-long investigation by United Against Nuclear Iran.
North Korea Fires Barrage of Short-Range Missiles, US Military Says No Immediate Threat
North Korea fired roughly 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan on Thursday, and U.S. Pacific Command said the launches pose no immediate threat to American personnel, territory, or allies.
Trump Renews Decade-Old Warning to Macron as Unrest Grips Paris and Beyond
President Trump repeated his decade-old warning that France could “lose” the country over immigration, as protests tied to broader grievances continue to spread through Paris and across Europe.
Netanyahu Alleges Election Theft Attempt as Israel Votes in Tight Race
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused opponents of trying to steal Israel’s election after bribery arrests, as record turnout triggered an emergency get-out-the-vote push in the campaign’s final hours.
Protests and Police Crackdowns Spread Across Europe as Governments Respond Differently
A wave of protests that began in France over school conditions has spread to Italy, Belgium, Greece, Albania and Spain, with governments responding through mass arrests, troop deployments and warnings to those responsible for violence.
Trump Again Backs Netanyahu Ahead of Tight Israeli Election
President Trump renewed his endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu two days before Tuesday’s Israeli election, as polls show neither political bloc on track for a parliamentary majority.
Trump Says He Warned Macron Over Immigration as Unrest Hits France, Italy and Albania
President Trump says he warned Emmanuel Macron years ago that his immigration policies were “destroying France,” as fresh unrest hit France, Rome and Tirana and nearly 1,000 people were arrested in weekend protests.
Bolsonaro Camp Says Brazil Would Join US-Backed Cartel Crackdown If Runoff Won
Eduardo Bolsonaro says Brazil would join the U.S.-backed Shield of the Americas coalition against drug cartels if his brother Flávio Bolsonaro wins Brazil’s Oct. 25 runoff against President Lula.
Hooded Youths Riot and Loot in Barcelona City Centre
Hundreds of hooded youths rioted and looted in central Barcelona on Saturday, echoing recent unrest in France, Belgium and Italy, with Catalan leader Salvador Illa vowing consequences for those responsible.
How Brazil Counted 125 Million Votes in Under Four Hours — and What It Means Ahead of the Runoff
Brazil counted roughly 125 million votes in under four hours on Oct. 4 using internet-disconnected electronic machines, a system analysts say offers lessons for U.S. election security ahead of the midterms and Brazil’s Oct. 25 runoff.
Rabbi Who Survived Beirut Barracks Bombing Recalls Chaplains’ Response 43 Years Later
Rabbi Arnold Resnicoff recalls surviving the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing that killed 241 American service members, and how a Catholic chaplain’s makeshift head covering helped change military policy on religious apparel.
State Department Warns of More Unrest as National Rally Gathers in Orléans
The State Department warns that antifascist groups are planning a more confrontational protest to coincide with National Rally’s political convention in Orléans this weekend, just days after riots overwhelmed French police nationwide.
Lawmaker Pushes Trump Administration to Revive Monroe Doctrine Against China in Latin America
A House Appropriations Subcommittee member is urging the Trump administration to formally revive the Monroe Doctrine, citing expanded U.S. military and intelligence operations in Panama, Colombia and Ecuador alongside growing Chinese investment in regional infrastructure like Peru’s Port of Chancay.
As Patriot Missiles Run Short in Ukraine, Questions Mount Over What Russia Is Giving Up
Ukraine says it has only a couple of Patriot interceptors left as the U.S. delays weapons transfers, even as Russia keeps striking the power grid and has yet to accept any lasting ceasefire.
Macron Disputes Foreign Interference Claims as Riot Damage Hits Limoges and Lyon
Riots damaged town halls and buildings in Limoges and Lyon over the weekend, prompting curfews and heavy policing, while President Macron disputed claims of foreign interference and criticized reactions from other world leaders.
Paris and Milan Send in Troops After Weekend of Rioting
After a weekend of violent clashes in Paris and Milan, Italy is deploying 500 troops with expanded police powers while France widens its military presence ahead of another planned wave of riots.
Emmanuel Petit Condemns Rioters Torching Paris and Marseille, Urges Macron to Protect Citizens
Former World Cup winner Emmanuel Petit condemned the arson and looting spreading through Paris and Marseille, distinguishing peaceful protesters from violent rioters and calling on President Macron to protect law-abiding citizens.