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US intelligence has reportedly warned Spain, France and Italy that Russia may be preparing drone attacks against targets in Southern Europe. According to Spain's El Mundo, the intelligence was shared with European governments following communications from the CIA Director. The report is drawing attention across Europe amid heightened concern about Russian hybrid actions against NATO members.

The United Nations warns that Sudan's hunger crisis is worsening as humanitarian funding runs out. Aid agencies say they lack the money to deliver food to millions of people affected by the country's conflict, with starvation risk rising sharply. Observers are calling for urgent international donations to prevent the situation from deteriorating further.

American intelligence reportedly warned European governments that Russia may be preparing a drone attack on Spain, France, or Italy. According to the claim circulating widely, the CIA shared information gathered on Russian preparations with several European capitals. The report is drawing strong reactions across France, Spain, Italy and Russia, amid heightened concern over Russian activity near NATO territory.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly attacked critics of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, pushing back against growing international condemnation of the conduct of the war. The remarks come as pressure mounts on Israel from foreign governments, humanitarian organisations and public opinion over the mounting civilian toll in the territory.

Terror attacks targeting Jewish people in Belgium were reportedly orchestrated by Tehran, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post. The claim, if confirmed, would mark a serious escalation in Iran's alleged operations against Jewish communities in Europe and is likely to prompt diplomatic fallout and security reviews in Belgium and across the continent.

At least 10 people have been killed in ongoing Russian and Ukrainian attacks, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The deaths come as the war between the two countries continues, with strikes causing civilian casualties on both sides. Details on the exact locations and circumstances of the attacks were not immediately provided, and the full extent of the damage remains unclear.

Russia is planning seaborne drone attacks against Italy, Spain and France, according to the CIA. The Telegraph reports that Moscow intends to expand its military focus beyond Eastern Europe and the Baltics into the Mediterranean and Western Europe. The claim points to a widening of Russian covert operations against NATO members, raising alarm among European governments already on alert over sabotage and hybrid threats.

President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and bring an end to the fighting between the two countries. Iran had floated opening the strategic waterway as part of efforts to de-escalate the conflict. The rejection signals that Washington sees no basis for a deal on those terms, keeping tensions high around one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes.

The Dutch government is preparing for possible sweeping US sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, which is headquartered in The Hague. The Trump administration has threatened punitive measures over the court's work, including its arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Dutch officials warn the measures could cripple the court's operations and are coordinating with European partners on a response.

French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the United Nations, denouncing the situation in Gaza as "a spectacle that shames us all". The remarks sharply criticise the international community's failure to stop the suffering in the territory and are drawing wide attention across French and international media as debate over the Gaza conflict intensifies.

The Times reports that a former bodyguard of a Hamas leader was granted British citizenship and is accused of later plotting a terror attack in the UK. The case is drawing attention to Britain's vetting and naturalisation procedures and how authorities handle applicants with ties to militant figures.

The war in Sudan has forced some 12 million people from their homes and killed around 150,000 civilians, with reports of ethnic cleansing and sexual violence, mainly in the fighting between the army and the Rapid Support Forces. Commentators note that Sudan receives far less public attention and solidarity than other conflicts, prompting debate about why the crisis is being ignored.

Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'far-right government' of undermining mediation efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza and securing a hostage release deal. Qatar, which has acted as a key mediator alongside Egypt and the United States, says the Israeli government's positions are obstructing progress in the negotiations.

Russia launched drone strikes on Kyiv, with air defences engaging incoming drones over the Ukrainian capital overnight. The attacks come as Ukraine continues to face near-daily aerial bombardment targeting the city and other urban areas. Residents reported air raid alerts and explosions as the assault unfolded.

Six Russian-directed terror plots have reportedly been foiled in Europe, according to reporting linking the alleged sabotage and attack plans to the Kremlin. The claims are being framed as an attempt by Vladimir Putin to distract from failures on the Ukraine frontline. European security services have in recent months warned of a rise in Russian-backed sabotage and violence on the continent, and the report is fuelling debate about Moscow's covert activity inside Nato and EU countries.

A former bodyguard for a Hamas leader was granted UK citizenship before being arrested over an alleged plot to carry out a terror attack against Jews in Europe, according to a report. The case is raising questions about British security vetting and how the man obtained citizenship despite his prior ties to Hamas.

A Houthi offensive is being described as leaving Saudi Arabia strategically exposed while strengthening Iran's position across the region. Commentators point to the absence of robust international military support for Riyadh, particularly from the United States, as a key factor emboldening Tehran and its allies. Analysts say the development complicates the already volatile geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and raises questions about the reliability of American security commitments to Gulf partners.

German public broadcaster Weltspiegel examines why Sudan's civil war shows no sign of ending, exploring the drivers behind the conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces. The report is drawing wide attention as fighting continues to displace millions and humanitarian conditions deteriorate, with international mediation efforts so far failing to produce a lasting ceasefire.

The UN reports a 20-fold surge in the number of Sudanese fleeing into Chad as the country's conflict continues and humanitarian funding dries up. Aid agencies warn they cannot meet the growing needs of new arrivals, who join hundreds of thousands already sheltering in camps along the border. Observers are calling the situation one of the world's most severe and underfunded displacement crises.

Qatar's Prime Minister has publicly accused Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu of being the biggest obstacle to implementing the Gaza peace plan, according to the Times of Israel. The remark is a pointed challenge from Doha, which has acted as a key mediator between Israel and Hamas, and signals growing friction over the plan's implementation.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has vowed that Russia will see the war in Ukraine through to the end, signaling no change in Moscow's position despite mounting international pressure and continued fighting. The declaration underscores the Kremlin's refusal to compromise as the conflict grinds on, and is drawing attention from observers weighing its implications for peace prospects and Western support for Kyiv.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia's war in Ukraine will continue 'through to the end', signalling no let-up in Moscow's military campaign despite international pressure for negotiations. The comments drew strong reactions, with many viewing them as a blunt rejection of peace efforts and a sign that the conflict will grind on indefinitely.

Russia is expected to step up hybrid warfare against Europe, according to reporting by Deutsche Welle. The warning points to heightened risks of sabotage, disinformation, cyberattacks and other covert operations targeting European countries amid ongoing tensions over the war in Ukraine. European officials and security services have repeatedly cautioned that such non-military tactics are likely to increase in the coming period.

Families displaced across Gaza are taking shelter in buildings that have already been damaged and could collapse at any time. With few safe areas left in the territory, many say they have no alternative housing and are living in structures that offer little protection. The report highlights the growing housing crisis as displacement continues and intact buildings become increasingly scarce across the enclave.

Displaced families in northern Gaza City are trying to carry on with daily life while preparing for the winter season, amid shortages of basic necessities and few viable shelter options. Reports describe widespread destruction still visible across large parts of the city, with residents struggling to secure adequate housing and supplies as cold weather approaches.

The United Nations says the number of Sudanese refugees crossing into Chad has surged twentyfold as Sudan's civil war continues to displace civilians. Aid agencies warn funding and supplies are running dry, leaving new arrivals without adequate food, shelter or medical care and straining already stretched camps along the border.

The United Nations warns that a powerful El Niño weather event is worsening the hunger crisis in South Sudan, compounding food shortages for a population already facing severe food insecurity. The climate pattern is disrupting rainfall and harvests, driving up needs across the country and prompting renewed appeals for humanitarian assistance.

Reports say around 8,000 people have been killed in fierce attacks on Gaza, with thousands more feared trapped under rubble of destroyed buildings. Rescue teams are struggling to reach survivors as bombardment continues. The heavy civilian toll is drawing international concern and renewed calls for humanitarian access and a pause in the fighting.

A suicide bombing in Pakistan killed 12 people, and shortly afterwards gunmen opened fire on an ambulance responding to the attack. The double strike has raised fears of coordinated assaults targeting emergency responders, a tactic seen in past attacks in the region. Authorities are investigating who was behind the bombing and the follow-up shooting, while security has been tightened around hospitals and rescue services.

Surveillance footage has emerged that reportedly captures the moment the son of Israel's envoy to the United States was struck in a ramming attack. The clip shows a vehicle mowing the man down, according to reports, and the incident is being widely discussed as a possible act of terrorism. Details about his condition and any suspects remain limited so far.

Sudanese doctors say the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces looted a hospital in a town in North Kordofan that the army has recaptured in its ongoing war with the RSF. The accusation adds to a long pattern of medical facilities being raided, staff attacked and supplies stolen during the two-year conflict, deepening an already dire humanitarian and healthcare crisis.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has publicly criticized the West's actions in Ukraine, renewing Moscow's long-standing accusations against Western governments over their role in the conflict. The remarks come as the war continues to strain Russia's relations with the United States and its European allies, with diplomatic rhetoric remaining sharply hostile.

A second source has come forward alleging that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had advance knowledge of Hamas's pending attack before it was carried out. The claim, if substantiated, would be politically explosive, raising questions about intelligence failures and government accountability surrounding October 7. The story is circulating widely as scrutiny of Israel's security establishment and Netanyahu's leadership intensifies.

Millions of Sudanese are returning to Khartoum after fighting subsided, only to find the city largely unlivable. Reports describe widespread power cuts, rubble-filled streets and destroyed homes and infrastructure, leaving families without basic services. The scale of damage in the capital has raised questions about how residents can rebuild their lives and what support the government and aid groups can provide.

Reports claim Russia is suffering around 2,000 troop losses per day in its war against Ukraine, with a fatality rate of roughly 60% among casualties. The figures, highlighted in an analysis of battlefield plans, point to the mounting human cost of Russia's continued offensive operations. Observers are weighing what such sustained losses mean for Moscow's ability to keep up the pace of fighting.

Gaza's media office says Israeli forces have killed 262 Palestinian journalists since the Gaza war began in October 2023, a figure reported by the Anadolu news agency. Israel does not confirm targeting journalists and disputes such counts. Press freedom groups say the toll is the deadliest for the media in any recent conflict.

Fresh fighting has broken out in Ethiopia's Tigray region, prompting fears that the country could slide back into a full-scale civil war. Observers warn that renewed hostilities could unravel the fragile peace that followed the devastating 2020-2022 conflict between federal forces and Tigrayan authorities, with civilians already caught up in the violence and regional tensions rising.

The United States has raised an alert over Russian nuclear weapons potentially being placed in orbit, according to coverage on French channel LCI's 24H Pujadas programme. The report examines what such a space-based nuclear capability would mean for Western security and the possible breach of existing arms control commitments. The warning has drawn wide attention to the prospect of weapons in space.

A deadly explosion struck Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in northwestern Pakistan, though details on casualties and those responsible remain limited. The region has long seen militant attacks near the Afghan border, and the blast is drawing attention as part of ongoing violence in the area.

The BBC is facing criticism over a report that described 53 people killed in Gaza as 'journalists', which critics say included Hamas terrorists. The dispute has reignited debate over how media organisations verify the affiliations of journalists killed in the Israel-Hamas conflict and whether such reporting risks lending credibility to combatants.