Russian strikes kill 7 in Ukraine after US envoy meets Putin Ukraine's air force posted a warning in the early hours of "more ballistic missiles towards Kyiv" and instructed residents to stay in shelters. Euronews · Oct 22
Mexico Demands Full Probe Into Mexican's Death in ICE Custody; US Senator Blasts Agency as 'Out of Control' Mexico has demanded a prompt, transparent investigation into the death of lawful permanent resident Emiliano Andrade-Covarrubias in an ICE detention facility in Texas. International Business Times UK · Oct 22
A fraught push for peace, and a race to fund Ukraine Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn with your Thursday newsletter. Today: the fraught push to revive peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, cash for Kyiv becomes intertwined in talks on the next EU budget, and Argentina’s Milei reignites a war of words with Spain’s Sánchez. Euronews · Oct 22
Government urged to approve Rosebank oil and gas field after Jackdaw go-ahead Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch called for Labour to repeal its ban on all new oil and gas licences. Evening Standard · Oct 22
Ukraine’s Pavlohrad refuses to yield to Putin despite unrelenting bombardment In Pavlohrad, a Ukrainian city less than 90km from the front line with Russia, there is no respite from war. Residents describe daily life under bombardment, caught between exhaustion and determination. Amid criticism of Trump, TikTok rumours and strikes against civilians, FRANCE 24 gathered accounts from those who “refuse to… France 24 · Oct 22
Defense Production Act funds steered to GOP-backed energy projects A Korean War-era law enacted to ensure domestic firms could adequately supply the U.S. military has become a piggy bank of sorts for a range of industrial needs, including energy projects favored by the Trump administration and GOP lawmakers. The money is coming from a $1 billion pot Republicans set… Roll Call · Oct 22
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump claims Kyiv’s Starlink access has been restored but bats away Musk question Ukrainian military sources say they are yet to see any change in satellite internet speeds The Independent UK · Oct 22
Strongmen like Trump would destroy the planet out of pure spite – and Brazil shows we’re all in peril If Flávio Bolsonaro is elected, Brazil’s ecosystems will face collapse. The ruling class would rather burn the world than share it with the poor, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot The Guardian - UK · Oct 22
"Not negotiating": Trump says "something will happen fairly soon" with Iran, as US mulls fresh strikes US President Donald Trump indicated that there are no negotiations occurring with Iran at this time. He mentioned that something significant will happen fairly soon, possibly after the midterm elections. Reports suggest that the US and Israel have developed plans for potential military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities and infrastructure.… The Economic Times · Oct 22
Donald Trump's Golf Invitation Gets Brutal Rejection From Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain Who Says His 'Cronies' Belong in Jail Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain says he rejected an invitation to play golf with Donald Trump and criticised the president and his administration in a new interview. International Business Times UK · Oct 22
Canada unveils $6.2bn plan to shield manufacturers as Trump trade tariffs bite Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Trump tariffs make both US and Canadian industries weaker and reduce choice for households in both countries. Euronews · Oct 22
Trump suggests renaming Atlantic Ocean the 'American Ocean' Donald Trump has once again floated renaming one of the oceans bordering the United States, suggesting the Atlantic could become the “American Ocean”. Euronews · Oct 22
Mike Rogers' Alleged Leaked Audio Reveals He Opposed Epstein Files Vote Fearing Jet Passengers' Lives Could Be Ruined Resurfaced remarks from a July 2025 interview show Mike Rogers opposing a broad House vote on Epstein files while warning that unproven names could ruin innocent lives. International Business Times UK · Oct 22
Beyond the ballot: Why Israel's next leader may stick to Netanyahu's doctrine Israel's upcoming election is unlikely to change its aggressive stance towards Iran and Palestinian statehood. Even if Benjamin Netanyahu retains power, he may escalate military actions and settlement expansions. The election reflects a broader trend of hardline politics, where consensus exists against Palestinian statehood. Regional policymakers expect continued confrontations while… The Economic Times · Oct 22
The Independent UK · Oct 22 Ukraine's strikes on Russian data centers disrupt key services and derail AI research Russia prides itself on its digital advances — from an extensive e-commerce services sector to ambitious plans for developing artificial intelligence
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 Six Charged in Decade-Long Massachusetts Sham Marriage Scheme for Green Cards That Allegedly Generated $6 Million US prosecutors have charged six people over an alleged Massachusetts sham marriage scheme that generated about $6 million by arranging marriages for immigrants seeking green cards.
The Economic Times · Oct 22 The Trump rally: A slice of 'Americana' politics, coming to an end Young students attending their debut political gathering, longtime supporters coming since 2015, or curious onlookers witnessing a presidential spectacle, as Donald Trump runs his final campaign, no one will be able to replace his rallies. He attended his first Trump campaign event in 2015.
The Times of India · Oct 22 US, Israel prepare for fresh Iran strikes as Tehran threatens with ‘Father of All Bombs’ The United States and Israel are preparing for potential military strikes against Iran after the upcoming midterm elections. Iran has announced it will reveal a new weapon called the 'Father of All Bombs' as tensions rise. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss…
The Economic Times · Oct 22 What's holding up Washington's $14 bn arms sale to Taiwan? Taiwan has been waiting months for US President Donald Trump to approve a $14 billion sale of weapons and equipment, which the island democracy would use to fend off a potential Chinese attack. - Taiwan is developing a multi-layered air defence system, known as the T-Dome, that it hopes could…
The Economic Times · Oct 22 Trump behind Iranian bars? Tehran installation puts 'US President' in a mock prison cell | Watch A live performer impersonating US President Donald Trump behind bars has drawn attention at Tehran's busy Tajrish Square, where a billboard-like art installation went on display late Tuesday. Featuring a mock prison cell, the display carries messages criticising Washington, while a Tehran resident expressed hope that the depiction becomes reality.
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 Kid Rock Blames Trump Ties for Lost Deals, Days After Saying He Wants to Be Less Polarising Kid Rock Trump: learn why the rocker blames the president for lost corporate deals, days after promising to be less polarising.
The Economic Times · Oct 22 Carney says Trump's tariffs hurt Americans as US alleges Canadian interference Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney outlined a significant financial plan for supporting manufacturing in Ontario. This strategy includes billions to assist steelmakers, automakers, and critical mineral development. Carney emphasized that U.S. tariffs have negatively impacted trade relations and increased costs for American consumers. Ontario Premier Doug Ford stated that the…
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 Trump Drops Two Student-Loan Appeals, Leaving Public-Service Debt Relief Rules Blocked Student-loan appeals dropped by the Justice Department keep PSLF employer limits off the books, so see which jobs qualify and what happens next.
The Times of India · Oct 22 Drones fall, strikes stall: How Musk's Starshield curbs hit Zelenskyy’s war against Russia A disruption in the US military satellite internet service Starshield caused Ukrainian drones worth more than $1 million to fall from the sky and forced troops to halt almost all operations for three days, The New York Times reported, citing Ukrainian military commanders.
The Economic Times · Oct 22 US weighs fresh strikes on Iran; Tehran warns of 'father of all bombs': Reports The United States and Israel have devised plans for military strikes on Iran following the midterm elections. Iranian officials have also threatened to unveil a new weapon called the 'Father of All Bombs.' US military forces are reportedly being reinforced in anticipation of potential action against Iran. This situation could…