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The European Parliament discussed protecting shipping after six attacks by allegedly Russian drones in ten days. The EU will strengthen monitoring and pressure.

In Odesa, officials of a company are suspected of helping Russia sell stolen Ukrainian grain

Officials of an Odesa-based company are suspected of laundering 7,857 tonnes of Ukrainian wheat worth more than UAH 60 million. The grain was transported from Mariupol to Russia and later to Turkey.

Turkey has agreed to receive some Russian diesel fuel under a deal with Trump. The second gas platform will be launched in 2028.

The U. S. is working on a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, possibly in the Middle East. Zelenskyy will also speak with Erdoğan.

Chios’s only airport will be closed from November 15, 2026, to March 15, 2027. The island’s authorities warn of economic consequences.

Russia is increasingly attacking Ukrainian grain corridors in the Black Sea. Romania and Bulgaria are asking NATO to strengthen protection against drones.

A torrential downpour hit Istanbul: homes and cars were flooded, three people died

A powerful downpour flooded parts of Istanbul, roads and homes, sweeping away cars. Three people died, four are missing, and 2,727 people were evacuated.

Bulgaria, Romania and Turkey are asking NATO to protect shipping after attacks on five vessels. Ninety-five percent of Ukraine’s grain exports are at risk.

Archaeologists have discovered a sunken ship off the coast of Turkey that is up to 4,700 years old

Near the island of Kekova, they discovered the remains of an Early Bronze Age vessel with amphorae and anchors. It may be the oldest sunken ship.

Foreign trade deficit increased by almost half - with whom and what Ukraine traded the most

From January to September 2026, Ukraine’s imports reached $75. 1 billion, while exports amounted to $29.6 billion. The deficit increased by 48.7%.

The body of Anatoly Kashpirovsky was delivered to Vinnytsia via Turkey and Poland. He was buried at the Central Cemetery next to his relatives.

In Manisa Province, a bus collided with a truck, veered off the road and overturned. Eleven people were killed and 27 injured.

The World Bank is discussing crisis financing with 30–40 countries amid energy shocks and rising prices. The bank is ready to mobilize up to $100 billion.

After the NATO summit, Trump discreetly switched from Air Force One to a C-32A due to a possible assassination threat. The Secret Service criticized the disclosure.

Turkey has sacked its head coach — Shakhtar coach Turan could become the next national team manager

The Turkish Football Federation sacked Vincenzo Montella after four defeats in the Nations League. Arda Turan could be appointed as the new coach.

The administration of Donald Trump imposed sanctions on the ICC, accusing it of persecuting Americans. The court said it would continue its work.

Due to security restrictions, the flights were diverted to alternate airfields. Three aircraft flying to Moscow returned to Turkey.

The Turkish Foreign Minister said that attacks on civilian vessels and risks to shipping and food security were increasing. At the same time, Ankara is preparing the Mecca Pact for ratification.

Britain has expanded sanctions against 38 companies and individuals linked to Russia’s war. The restrictions target oil companies, crypto exchanges, and 12 “shadow fleet” tankers.

Firefighting aviation is more than just an aircraft: how XENA organizes international forest-firefighting operations

XENA deploys the An-32P Firekiller in less than a day and fights fires in Turkey, Georgia, and Montenegro. The aircraft drops 8,000 liters of water.

Kyiv is considering five ceasefire formats: Ukrainian, Indian, Turkish, Egyptian, and American. Steps by Russia are needed to launch them.

In July-August, seven tankers delivered over 176,000 tonnes of fuel from South Korea to russia. Three vessels were under sanctions.

Zelenskyy: intelligence reported that the Russians are preparing for a massive strike; we are preparing a countermeasure

Intelligence has recorded Russia’s preparations for a massive attack, and Ukraine is preparing a countermeasure. Over the past day, strikes on 8 regions claimed the life of one person.

The three countries agreed to immediately enhance military readiness and prepare for the rapid deployment of forces in Saudi Arabia. The decision was made after a meeting in Riyadh.

Russians shelled Sloviansk and Sukhanivka: there are fatalities, and a child was injured

Two people were killed and a child was injured in Donetsk region; 49 houses were damaged. Firefighters were attacked again while extinguishing the fire.

Russian drones attacked a Turkish civilian vessel carrying corn in international waters. The captain was killed and one other person was injured.

Wheat futures are rising due to the threat of new Russian strikes on Ukraine and disruptions to supplies via the Black Sea. The price reached $6.87 per bushel.

India proposed the broadest ceasefire format. Kyiv is ready for simultaneous energy and Black Sea ceasefires, as well as a ceasefire along the front.

Riyadh is preparing a new offensive against the Houthis and is requesting military support from France, the United Kingdom and Germany. Saudi Arabia is also offering to protect Bab el-Mandeb.

Riyadh may launch an offensive in Yemen in the coming weeks to retake Bab el-Mandeb. More than 100,000 troops are planned to be involved in the operation.