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On October 19, 2026, drone strikes attributed to the Sudanese army killed more than 220 people in the contested Abyei region between Sudan and South Sudan. The attack aims to weaken the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces engaged in conflict with the army for over three years.
Trials of individuals arrested during the October 17 demonstrations in Paris started on October 20 at the city's judicial court. Defendants face charges including violence against law enforcement, resisting arrest, and handling stolen goods. The Justice Minister called for a firm judicial response.
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has scheduled a meeting with unions on Wednesday to address protest security and management of student demonstrations following violence and curfews in several cities.
The Black Bloc, an ultra-left movement born in Germany, is known for its members dressed in black and masked, often involved in clashes with police and actions against state and capitalist symbols. This controversial movement is again in the spotlight ahead of a planned protest this Saturday.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted an AI-generated video portraying himself as a genie granting a Gazan's wish by magically deporting him to a ruined Paris. This provocation triggered a heated exchange with the French Foreign Ministry and highlights the growing use of AI in Israel's election campaign ahead of the October 27 vote.
On October 21, 2016, a Camrail train derailed at Eséka, killing 79 people. A decade later, victims' families continue to grieve. Cameroonian courts found Camrail guilty of involuntary manslaughter and ordered compensation.
French President Emmanuel Macron visited Riyadh, marking the first Western leader's presence in Saudi Arabia since intensified Houthi attacks in Yemen. The visit is part of a Gulf tour to secure energy supplies.
The "casseurs-payeurs" bill began Senate review on October 21 to strengthen repression of violence at protests. RN deputy Philippe Ballard backs penalizing both vandals and their accomplices.
Searches were conducted at the European Parliament in an investigation by the European Public Prosecutor's Office targeting the dissolved Identity and Democracy group, which included the Rassemblement national. The inquiry focuses on misappropriation of European funds. The new Patriots group, including RN, announced these investigative actions.
Under President Keiko Fujimori, Peru prohibits makeup, dyed hair, and requires short haircuts for boys in public schools to restore discipline, drawing criticism from feminist and human rights groups.
One year after the ceasefire between the Israeli army and Hamas, the search for bodies buried under the rubble continues in the Gaza Strip. About 1,000 remains have been recovered, but civil defense estimates 8,000 to 10,000 bodies are still buried, including 3,000 in the area controlled by the Israeli army.
Four days before Brazil's presidential runoff, President Lula has closed the gap with far-right opponent Flavio Bolsonaro, thanks to significant mobilization on the streets and social media, dubbed the 'Lula army' by Erika Campelo.
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