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Protests took place in France and Germany over the rising cost of living and the quality of public services. Participants are demanding more funding for education and healthcare.
Aloe, basil, lavender, and other plants are believed to protect the home and bring good luck and prosperity. There is no scientific evidence for these properties.
Europe will participate in negotiations on ending the war, but will not join the trilateral group of Ukraine, the United States, and Russia. The format of its representation is still being coordinated.
European countries have been swept by a wave of protests over the rising cost of living, the housing crisis, and a lack of funding for public services. Trade unions have announced new strikes.
Peskov said that Zelenskyy had not yet called Putin, but did not specify whether Putin would take the call. The Office of the President insists on a meeting between the leaders.
Macron expressed condolences after a Russian jet-powered drone struck Dnipro’s railway station, killing 13 people.
Yury Ushakov said that there is no specific date for the next round of talks. He also denied that Europe’s participation had been discussed.
Putin said that control over social media is needed for security and information sovereignty. He linked the protests in Iran to their influence.
The EU replaced the idea of Canada’s associate membership with a closer association framework following objections from Germany, France and Greece. They plan to deepen cooperation.
European leaders criticized individual contacts with moscow over the risk of a split. Zelenskyy called the dialogue an additional channel for Europe’s position.
At least 36 countries will take part in Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, including Ukraine. Canada will make its debut, while North Macedonia will return.
Yerevan does not plan to resume its participation in the CSTO, Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said. The issue of membership may be considered on November 11 in Moscow.
The French government discussed restricting TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and X with operators. The aim was to make it more difficult for protesters to coordinate.
France will appeal to the EU for sanctions against those involved in Russia's influence campaigns in Cameroon and the Republic of the Congo. Jean-Noël Barrot stated this.
Kaja Kallas said that Russian attacks would bring a difficult winter for Ukraine. European officials called for increased support and weapons production.
Safran plans to produce up to 2,000 HAMMERs annually starting in 2027, strengthening potential deliveries to Ukraine. Kyiv has received licenses for local production.
The E5 defense ministers agreed to develop European defense capabilities within NATO. They also pledged to support Ukraine.
France's youth organizations consider the concessions on education insufficient and will join the strike on November 5. The government promises new reforms.
The Defense Minister called on Germany, Britain, France, Poland and Italy to transfer 10% of their stocks of interceptor missiles. Ukraine is also asking for man-portable air-defense systems and funding for the joint production of drones.
The ministry has established a working group to bring animal protection in line with EU standards. Only 5% of those convicted of cruelty received actual prison sentences.
Marine Le Pen launched her campaign, promising a tougher migration policy and a crackdown on crime. She is supported by 32–33.5% of voters.
Around 410,000 people protested in France over low wages and the rising cost of living. Unions announced demonstrations on October 31 and a strike on November 5.
In France, protests against the high cost of living spread across eight cities; police used tear gas and water cannons. Up to 800,000 people took part.
France is preparing around 70,000 police officers for protests against the cost of living. The authorities will deploy elite units, armored vehicles and drones.
Italy is tightening security following riots at protests against the cost of living. 500 troops will be sent to Milan; a curfew is not planned.
French authorities will step up security on October 24 following mass riots and looting. Museums will be closed in Paris, while protests have been banned in Marseille and Lyon.
France and the United Kingdom held joint nuclear exercises for the first time, without using weapons. The drills strengthened coordination in the face of the threat posed by russia.
The 2026/2027 Grand Prix series begins in France on October 23. Ukraine will be represented by the junior pair Hanna Herrera and Ivan Khobta.
Researchers estimate that 50,000 deaths in Europe were caused by summer heat, with 65% of them linked to climate change. Italy had the highest number of fatalities.
Claude Monet’s “Irises in the Garden” was sold in Paris for a record €50 million. The canvas was purchased by a private collector from Asia.