Zelenskyy backs freezing Ukraine front line as first step toward ceasefire
Ukraine’s president said a halt along the current front line could open a path to peace talks, but insisted Kyiv must participate and receive security guarantees.
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UN agencies urge early action as El Niño intensifies and emergency funding is released
The World Meteorological Organization forecasts a potentially exceptional El Niño, while the UN says more than $50 million has been released to help 11 exposed countries prepare.
Germany’s military raises sabotage threat assessment after explosive drone discovery
The Bundeswehr classified the threat to its personnel and facilities as significant for the first time after a drone was found near Wunstorf air base.
Ross Deegan’s sentencing for assaulting Brendan Courtney adjourned for community service assessment
A Dublin court will assess whether Deegan is suitable for community service before finalising his sentence in December. His lawyer said he had completed an anger-management course.
Putin open to renewed Russia, Ukraine and US talks after meeting Trump envoy
Russian officials say three-way peace talks could resume in November after Vladimir Putin met US envoy Steve Witkoff in St Petersburg. No meeting date has been announced.
Mark Carney set to leave for Türkiye visit focused on trade, energy and security
The Canadian prime minister is scheduled to depart for Ankara on October 21, with meetings planned in Ankara and Istanbul. Officials have not said whether the visit will...
Pakistan Supreme Court extends Muhammad Akbar’s bail after changes to expired-drugs case
The court questioned why prosecutors changed the offences in Muhammad Akbar’s case without putting the revised police report before it when bail was first granted.
Burnham defends Palestine Action ban process after Rooney book supply stops
The prime minister cited a live legal case when pressed to review the proscription, as Sally Rooney’s publisher stopped supplying her books to UK retailers.
Australian MPs report paying for security upgrades as agencies assess safety concerns
Politicians told Guardian Australia they had spent thousands of dollars on safety measures after police advice. Security officials have committed to assessing MPs who raised...
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WMO forecasts unusually strong El Niño warming in Pacific, warns of regional risks
The agency projects a Niño 3.4 sea-surface-temperature anomaly of about 3.8°C for November through January. UN officials warn of possible floods, droughts and pressure on food...
Iran says indirect US ceasefire talks continue over seven-day proposal
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Washington wants additional clauses in Iran’s proposal as mediators work between the two sides. His account does not establish an agreement.
DOJ watchdog declines to investigate handling of David Hearn’s Reflecting Pool case
Hearn’s lawyers disclosed the inspector general’s decision in an October 21 letter and asked him to reconsider referring their allegations to another Justice Department office.
South Korea's Lee meets WHO chief Tedros on health security and AI
President Lee Jae Myung and WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus discussed health cooperation, biotechnology and infectious-disease coordination during Tedros's...
UK challenges Russia over recruitment of foreign fighters at OSCE meeting
Britain’s senior military adviser to the OSCE accused Russia of exploiting foreign recruits and asked Moscow to disclose how many serve in its armed forces.
Gadi Eisenkot rules out serving under Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s election
Eisenkot rejected a Netanyahu-led government before the October 27 vote but left open the possibility of a broader unity coalition.
Hong Kong says non-local enrollment at direct subsidy schools rose 13%
The Education Bureau says 170 students holding visas enrolled this academic year as it plans further overseas promotion and accommodation rules for the pilot.
Hong Kong land-record search rules draw objections from journalists
New search rules due to take effect in 2027 leave news reporting off a list of specified purposes, prompting concerns about scrutiny of property ownership.
Adam Clayton wins planning permission for home near Kinsale
Cork County Council has approved the U2 bassist’s proposed replacement home at Ringfinnan, subject to 15 conditions covering trees, road access and construction.