Saudi-led coalition reports new Houthi missile and drone interceptions
Saudi Arabia’s coalition says it intercepted three ballistic missiles and four drones launched toward the kingdom as regional officials met in Tehran to seek de-escalation.
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Israeli attacks kill at least five people in Gaza, including seven-year-old girl
At least five people were killed and more than a dozen wounded in Israeli ground and air attacks in Gaza, according to medical sources and first responders cited by Al Jazeera.
European defence ministers set to meet in Paris over Ukraine support
Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom are set to meet in Paris on Monday to discuss additional support for Ukraine, European defence and the regional conflict in the Middle...
Gaza residents see little prospect of change from Israel’s election
As Israeli voters prepare to choose their next government, displaced Palestinians in Gaza say a leadership change may offer limited hope but is unlikely to alter the conflict’s basic realities.
Jordan arrests three suspects after deadly Karak church attack
Jordanian security forces arrested three armed suspects after a three-hour confrontation in Karak, authorities said.
Dakar Rally 2027 moved from Saudi Arabia as regional security deteriorates
Organisers say the 2027 Dakar Rally will be held in another territory because of recent regional developments, with a new location due to be announced soon.
Bulgaria votes as Black Sea drone attacks sharpen Ukraine divide
Bulgarians are voting on October 25 in a presidential election shaped by competing positions on Russia, Ukraine and Bulgaria’s security role in the Black Sea.
BBC analysis examines early-October clash at center of Israel’s Haredi draft dispute
A newly published BBC analysis, including video review of an early-October confrontation in Modi’in, examines Israel’s unresolved dispute over military-service exemptions for ultra-Orthodox men.
Israel orders West Bank crossings closed during Tuesday election
The Israel Defense Forces says all West Bank land crossings will close during Tuesday’s Israeli election.
France restricts protest routes as nationwide security operation intensifies
French authorities imposed bans and route changes on demonstrations across several cities as more than 70,000 police officers and gendarmes were set to deploy for a new round of protests.
ICC deputy prosecutor says some staff face banking problems ahead of US sanctions
Deputy prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan says some International Criminal Court staff are experiencing banking difficulties as banks respond cautiously to newly announced US sanctions.
Ukraine says Starlink connectivity has stabilized after military slowdown
Ukraine’s defence minister says Starlink speeds have returned to levels supporting military drone operations after days of restricted connectivity.
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