The European Commission and the Belgian government will meet to overcome the political deadlock regarding the use of frozen Russian assets. Belgium is in no hurry to approve the plan due to fears of financial and legal risks, demanding guarantees and risk sharing with other EU countries.
In Germany, inductive charging of electric vehicles while driving is being tested on a section of the A6 highway near Amberg. This wireless system is based on a solution from the Israeli company Electreon and is the first such road in Germany.
Serhiy Rebrov named the squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against France and Iceland. Yevhen Volynets and Arseniy Batagov were included for the first time, and Oleksandr Karavaev returned.
Shein banned the sale of sex dolls on its platform after a scandal in France. The company tightened controls and temporarily removed the adult products category.
The expert group at the parliamentary TIC announced corruption risks in the activities of the Public Council, which assesses the integrity of judges. It operates without proper legal status and accountability, which creates risks of violating legislation.
Seven climbers, including five foreigners and two Nepalis, have died after an avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal. Rescuers have found two bodies, and the search for the remaining five continues.
Tesla sales are declining in Europe and the US, despite Elon Musk's attempts to secure the largest corporate payout in history. Europe saw a significant drop in registrations in October, while growth in the US is linked to the expiration of tax credits.
French authorities are considering blocking access to the Shein platform after discovering child-like sex dolls on it. The company has removed the relevant items and launched an internal investigation, promising to take action against those responsible.
The President of Ukraine met with representatives of NATO member countries, thanking them for military support and calling for strengthening joint efforts. Further military assistance, protection of the energy system, and increased sanctions pressure on Russia were discussed.
France's National Assembly is likely to miss the deadline for voting on the first part of the country's 2026 budget. Lawmakers will not have time to process more than 2,400 amendments by Tuesday.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated that the country's warehouses are overflowing with ammunition, which it is ready to sell to European countries. He noted that buyers can do whatever they want with the ammunition, even if it eventually reaches Ukraine.
The French Prosecutor's Office has established that the high-profile daytime robbery of the Louvre, during which historical valuables worth $102 million were stolen, was carried out by petty criminals from poor northern districts of Paris. Three suspects have been arrested who have no ties to organized crime.
The Philippines and Canada have signed a visiting forces agreement to enhance security cooperation and counter China's activities in the South China Sea. This pact allows for joint exercises, military presence, and expanded defense cooperation.
Three UAVs were again detected over the Belgian NATO military base Kleine-Brogel. Attempts to jam or shoot down the drones were unsuccessful, and the police lost the signal after 20 kilometers of pursuit.
A 38-year-old woman has been officially charged and taken into custody for complicity in the organized robbery of the Louvre. A man previously detained in the case was released without charges.
The Russian Foreign Ministry published a collage where Zelenskyy and Starmer were placed next to Hitler, Chamberlain, and Daladier. In response, the Czech Foreign Ministry reminded Moscow of its cooperation with Nazi Germany in 1939.
Emmanuel Macron's popularity in France has fallen to 11%, the lowest level since he took office. This figure matches François Hollande's anti-record in 2016.
Five suspects have been arrested in Paris in connection with the Louvre robbery that occurred on October 19. One of them is the main target of the investigation, his DNA is linked to the crime scene.
A bottle containing diary entries by Australian soldiers from World War I, written in 1916, has been found on Wharton Beach in Western Australia. The letters from privates Malcolm Neville and William Harley were discovered by the Brown family while cleaning the coastline.
A trial has begun in France against Bulgarians accused of desecrating a Jewish memorial in Paris. The investigation believes that the action was organized by Russian special services to incite interethnic hatred.
Russian propaganda is spreading fake news about the detention of Ukrainian refugees in France for theft from the Louvre. In reality, the photos were taken in Poland, where the men were detained for attempting to steal a tractor.
Nuclear-armed China has proposed to the US, Russia, France, and Great Britain to begin negotiations on a treaty on the mutual non-first use of nuclear weapons. At the same time, Beijing maintains a moratorium on nuclear tests and supports a policy of self-defense.
The Kremlin is reviving Soviet-era narratives about Russia's "sacrifice" to justify future aggression against Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, as well as long-term societal mobilization. This is part of the Kremlin's concerted effort to justify claims that Russia is at war with all of NATO, not just Ukraine.
Brigitte Macron's daughter, Tiphaine Auzière, testified in court about the impact of fakes about her mother's gender. The disinformation campaign deprived the first lady of peace and confidence, turning into a source of psychological pressure.
Spain's Alicante-Elche Airport has reopened after a two-hour closure due to a drone sighting, causing delays for thousands of passengers. Ten international flights were diverted to other airports.
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service claims that the French General Staff is preparing a contingent of up to two thousand soldiers for deployment in Ukraine. This is allegedly happening on the instructions of President Emmanuel Macron, and the core of the contingent will be made up of assault troops from the French Foreign Legion.
The European Union has significantly increased imports of diesel and jet fuel from other countries, preparing for restrictions on petroleum products produced from Russian crude oil. From October 1 to 20, almost 1.9 million barrels of fuel arrived at EU ports, which could become a monthly record.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy explained that Gripen fighter jets are among the most useful for Ukraine due to their low cost, lower maintenance needs, and ease of mastery by pilots. These aircraft are also convenient for using a wide range of weapons that Ukraine uses.
Five flights with British tourists were diverted after a drone was spotted near Alicante Airport. A total of ten international flights changed their routes, causing delays for about a thousand travelers.
Director and actor Quentin Tarantino will star in Jamie Adams' new film alongside Simon Pegg, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and Sofia Boutella.
