Reuters
Israel is commemorating the victims of the October 7, 2023 attack after bringing all the hostages back. The war in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis have not ended.
Brussels is considering expanding the CORE levy to large companies, including Apple, Meta and Google. In this way, the EU seeks to increase revenue and avoid conflict with the United States.
Brent and WTI prices rose due to the threat of a storm to U. S. oil facilities and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
A fire caused by a ruptured gas pipeline shut down the 310,000-barrel-per-day Cardon refinery. There are no casualties or serious damage.
The package will contain around 1,650 sanctions, mainly targeting Russia’s defense industry. More than half of the restrictions will concern missile manufacturers.
Student protests have swept across France: 215 teenagers, 85 school employees, and more than 700 police officers were injured. The government promises to consider the students’ demands.
Beijing plans to nominate Sun Li for the position of WHO Director-General at a late stage. China seeks to strengthen its influence after the United States' withdrawal from the organization.
On Friday, a strike by Alyzia employees will lead to flight cancellations at Brussels Airport. Media outlets expect at least 140 cancellations.
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against McDonald’s in Chicago over alleged AI algorithm-driven price coordination. The company called the allegations unfounded.
Kenya has identified its first confirmed case of Ebola — the patient has died. Authorities have identified 28 contacts, including relatives and medical workers.
Brent rose to $100. 59, while WTI rose to $89.73 per barrel. The risk of attacks in the Strait of Hormuz area is supporting the geopolitical premium.
Donald Trump approved the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad for the 2009 attack at Fort Hood. This could become the first U.S. military execution since 1961.
Heavy rains caused flooding, loss of life and the destruction of buildings in Senegal. Authorities warned of further rainfall and the possible postponement of classes.
Nepal has halted active searches after floods that claimed 1,455 lives, while 5,285 people are considered missing. Nearly $5 billion is needed for recovery.
The Triglav Glacier, which has been studied since 1946, has shrunk to several patches of ice. The cause is warming and early snowmelt.
Yemeni government forces, backed by Saudi Arabia, have captured positions near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Fighting with the Houthis continues.
In September, Russia paid oil companies 305. 5 billion rubles in fuel subsidies. Payments increased due to strikes on oil refineries and a gasoline shortage.
The Prime Minister of Italy has filed an application with EUIPO to register her voice as a trademark. The document contains a four-second recording of her saying, "I - Giorgia Meloni."
The Norwegian government is preparing a temporary ban on AI glasses in crowded places due to the risk of covert recording. A complete ban is not planned.
The Omani pilot detained after attacking the captain of flight FZ1073 had planned to hijack and crash the aircraft even before working for flydubai. The UAE called the incident a terrorist attack.
The euro fell to $1. 1161 amid France’s financial problems and fears of the crisis spreading. The dollar strengthened despite weak U.S. employment data.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs’s party won 35. 3% of the vote and 42 seats. He promises to maintain support for Ukraine and a tough stance toward Moscow.
Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi announced an operation to liberate territories from the Houthis. The rebels said they had carried out strikes against Saudi Arabia.
OPEC+ has agreed in principle not to change its November production targets. Due to the war, exports from the Persian Gulf countries have fallen to 60–80% of normal levels.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that it would intensify strikes on Ukraine's military facilities. The purported reason was Zelenskyy's statement about responding with strikes on Russian oil refineries.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during his visit to Kyiv, called on Putin to end the war and attacks on civilians.
The President of South Korea ordered an investigation into data leaks at banks and government institutions. The regulator is strengthening cybersecurity due to possible AI attacks.
Protests took place in around 50 cities across Spain, with 70,000 people gathering in Madrid. Clashes with police broke out in the capital and Valencia.
Protests over a shortage of teachers and poor learning conditions have spread across France. School blockades have escalated into clashes with police.
Ukraine plans to cover its budget deficit by the end of the year with support from its partners. Part of the loan will be allocated to drones for 2027.