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A New Delhi court ordered the release of three leaders of the 'cockroaches' movement as the Indian capital remains under siege due to protests over the removal of 130 million voters. The election commission chief faces bias accusations.
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The official campaign for Spain's November 29 general elections begins November 13, yet Pedro Sanchez and Alberto Feijoo launched rallies on October 10, debating housing, corruption, and security.
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On October 9, the White House announced lifting US sanctions on Russian oil and a deal to deliver 300,000 tons of diesel. The Ukrainian president called the decision unworthy and weak amid talks in Washington.
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announced the postponement of legislative elections to September 11, 2027, the same date as the delayed presidential elections.
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Hungary, ranked poorly for corruption in the EU, sees new Prime Minister Peter Magyar launch an anti-corruption operation called 'Purifying Fire' with a dedicated agency to recover stolen public assets.
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Russian bombardments on Kiev intensify with the use of hard-to-intercept Geran-5 jet drones, weakening Ukrainian defense as the city prepares for winter, reports RFI.
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The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to South African jurist Navi Pillay, recognized for her human rights work and efforts against atrocities in Rwanda and the Middle East. The ICC and UN Human Rights Office commend her, while Israel voices criticism.
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The High School Union and Student Union, supported by education unions, call for new protests Thursday demanding 250,000 additional university places and the end of Parcoursup selection. The government seeks to ease the crisis.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is visiting Berlin to meet German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Discussions focus on European security, the situation in Ukraine, economic cooperation, and a direct rail link between London and Berlin.
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Maricarmen Abascal, 87, evicted from her home, became a symbol of Spain's housing crisis. Her death sparked massive tribute and renewed anger against real estate speculation. Protesters demand rent control. This movement may impact the November 29 snap elections.
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On Thursday, the Saudi capital Riyadh was hit by a series of violent explosions, prompting diplomats and international school students to seek shelter. Meanwhile, the Houthis claimed a new attack on Riyadh airport and urged oil site personnel to evacuate amid escalating tensions with Saudi Arabia.
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Yemeni government forces, supported by Saudi air power, have initiated a strategic counter-offensive against Houthi rebels, claiming progress on several fronts, though Houthis deny these claims and remain composed.
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