Algeria to send troops to Niger, first deployment abroad since 1973
Algerian state energy company Sonatrach also signed an agreement with Niger’s oil ministry to explore for oil in the Kafra region. Two exploration wells are estimated to hold 168 million and 100 million barrels, respectively, Reuters reported. Gn…
EU defense ministers warn Putin is not seeking peace – POLITICO
The meeting took place amid renewed U.S. efforts to push Ukraine into peace talks with Russia and growing doubts about Washington’s support for kyiv. US special envoy Steve Witkoff said last week he would offer Vladimir Putin direct talks with…
Elections in Brazil: did a WhatsApp channel contribute to Lula’s re-election? -BBC
Elections in Brazil: did a WhatsApp channel contribute to Lula’s re-election? BBC 21 days: in Lula’s race to resurrect his campaign and go viral The Washington Post With his first smartphone, Lula seeks to catch up with Brazil’s online…
Egyptian parliament authorizes military aid to Saudi Arabia | News from the Houthis
Lawmakers approve military support in the face of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, but Cairo has ruled out any strike against Yemen. Published on October 26, 2026October 26, 2026 Egypt’s parliament has authorized President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to…
Cartoonist sues Japan over new royal succession law
A popular Japanese cartoonist who has written books on history and the monarchy has taken the government to court over a revised imperial succession law allowing royals to adopt male relatives from ancient branches of families to father future heirs. The…
Russian ballistic missiles hit kyiv University, medical centers and major bridge – 1 dead, 14 injured
Key developments: Russia attacked kyiv on the night of October 26-27, launching several waves of ballistic missiles at the capital. One person was killed and 14 injured. Nine medical staff were hospitalized. The attacks targeted kyiv’s southern…
In Israeli elections, Netanyahu’s longtime leadership hangs in the balance
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israelis will vote Tuesday in a crucial election as their country is embroiled in unresolved wars. still in shock of the Hamas attack in 2023 and deeply divided on the character of the State and the right person to lead it. Prime…
Democrats hold 9-point lead in congressional midterms
Washington, DC, October 26, 2026 – An Ipsos analysis of the October Reuters/Ipsos Core Political survey conducted October 22-26 finds that the Democratic Party holds a 9-point advantage over the Republican Party among likely voters in the 2026 generic…
Chris Mason: Budget looming as tricky things pile up for Burnham – BBC News Africa
Chris Mason: Budget looms as tricky things pile up for Burnham BBC Meet John Healey, the British Bald Fraudster The economist A bit of luck raises UK budget expectations Financial Times Aware of the markets, the British Healey is preparing to present a…
Americans warned to rethink travel to 13 countries amid deadly attacks
The US State Department has updated travel advisories for several Middle Eastern countries, warning of possible armed attacks by Iran-backed Houthi forces and threats targeting Americans. Five countries — Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen — are on the…