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The city of Al-Fashir in Sudan's Darfur has come under the control of the RSF group. This means the RSF has established full control over the region, where the US has accused the group of genocide.
EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib stated that Benjamin Netanyahu is not a convincing leader for establishing peace in the Middle East. She called for pressure on Israel and warned of prolonged suffering for Palestinians in Gaza.
Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric announced the country's readiness to become a platform for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. He emphasized that Serbia supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Satellite images captured the complete demolition of the East Wing of the White House, where the First Lady's office was previously located. Construction of a new ballroom has begun on the site of the demolished building.
A new UN-backed forum has been launched to tackle debt problems in developing countries. Global public debt reached $102 trillion in 2024.
In the capital of Yemen, Houthi militants released most of the foreign UN staff. Of the 15 international workers detained last weekend, 12 have already left the country, and three more have been granted permission to move freely.
US President Donald Trump noted that war is unpredictable, and Ukraine still has a chance to win. He added that while it is possible, he does not think it will happen.
Kolochava and Synevyr Polyana from Transcarpathia have been recognized as two of the 52 best tourist villages in the world by the UNWTO. These settlements are noted for combining tourism development with the preservation of nature and cultural heritage.
Seven people have been arrested in northern Kosovo in connection with the 2013 murder of Audrius Šenavičius, a member of the EU Rule of Law Mission. After questioning, all were released, with weapons and other evidence seized.
On October 19, Russian troops attacked the Kherson region with artillery and drones. As a result of the shelling, a 71-year-old man was killed, and four more people were injured.
In Zaporizhzhia, the renovated social adaptation center "Artak" has been opened, providing temporary housing and humanitarian support for internally displaced persons. The center is designed for 53 places, including for people with disabilities and the elderly, and is funded by the state budget.
The thirteenth safe underground school opened in Zaporizhzhia region, based at the Komyshuvakha Gymnasium "Dzherelo", which accommodates over 600 students. The institution is fully inclusive, equipped with a lift and Braille navigation.
On October 17, the world celebrates "Wear Red Day", World Trauma Day, and the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day is also celebrated on this day.
The number of civilian casualties in Ukraine increased by 31% in the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period last year. In September 2025, 214 civilians were killed and 916 were injured, with 69% of the casualties occurring in frontline areas.
The concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere has increased the most in over 50 years of observations, with a sharp jump in CO2 recorded between 2023 and 2024. The main reasons are the burning of fossil fuels and large-scale forest fires, which exacerbate extreme weather events.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatens to resume hostilities if Hamas does not hand over all bodies of deceased hostages. Hamas states it cannot retrieve more bodies without special equipment, but American advisors claim Hamas intends to fulfill the agreement.
October 15 marks World Dignity Day, Global Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women, and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In the US, today is National Pug Day.
As a result of the Russian artillery shelling of Kherson on October 14, 2025, three civilians were killed and four more were wounded. The Kherson Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into war crimes.
Russian troops shelled the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson at noon. One elderly woman was killed, four people were injured, including one man in serious condition.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has left the country after army units joined protesters. A diplomatic source said Rajoelina refused to resign, and France denied helping him escape.
The occupiers shelled UN OCHA trucks in the Bilozerka community of Kherson region. One vehicle burned down, another was seriously damaged, but there were no casualties.
On October 13, a peace summit on Gaza will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh. It will be led by the presidents of Egypt and the United States, with the aim of ending the war and stabilizing the Middle East.
In Madagascar, protesters marched for the first time since the beginning of demonstrations to 13 May Square in Antananarivo under military escort. The protests, which began due to water and electricity shortages, have escalated, posing a challenge to President Andry Rajoelina's rule.
Ukraine supports the call of Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani for an Olympic truce with Russia, stating its readiness for it even tomorrow, without waiting for the Olympics. MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tikhyi noted that Russia had previously started wars during Olympic truces.
The UNESCO Executive Board has decided to continue monitoring the situation in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea. The UNESCO Director-General's report confirms a significant deterioration of the situation on the peninsula, including the destruction of cultural heritage and human rights violations.
The US has approved export licenses for Nvidia to sell chips to the UAE. These are the first permits for the sale of advanced microchips to the Persian Gulf country since Donald Trump took office as president.
The United Nations is facing a liquidity crisis that will lead to a quarter reduction of peacekeeping troops in nine operations worldwide. This decision is due to a lack of funds, and future funding from the US remains uncertain.
The Permanent People's Tribunal is holding its first International Forum in Madrid, examining human rights violations against women in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime. Activists and lawyers are presenting evidence, and a verdict is expected in December 2025.
Italy proposes an Olympic truce for all wars in the world, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, during the 2026 Winter Olympics. The proposal will be submitted to the United Nations.
The European Parliament has voted for a more flexible mechanism to suspend visa-free travel to the EU, including hybrid threats and 'golden passports' as grounds. The legislation, unofficially agreed upon earlier, was approved by 518 votes in favor and will enter into force after official adoption by the EU Council.