Protests in France Turn Into Riots

Anti-government protests across France devolved into violence, with rioters damaging buildings and shops and setting fire to the city hall in Limoges. Political leaders across the spectrum blamed one another, and the unrest largely subsided on Sunday.

Albania's Student-Led Protests Enter Sixth Day

Student-led demonstrations calling for Prime Minister Rama to resign continued in Tirana, where riot police clashed with protesters. Police cracked down on the sixth day of the protests.

Settlers Attack European Diplomats and a French Mayor in the West Bank

Israeli settlers attacked an EU delegation visiting olive harvesters near Taybeh, and a French mayor said masked settlers attacked him in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli military condemned the violence, while the prime minister's office described it as part of a "smear" campaign.

Trump Endorses Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Election

In a social media post, U.S. President Donald Trump called Benjamin Netanyahu a "Strong, Brave, and Brilliant" leader ahead of Israel's legislative election on October 27.

Egypt Pledges Support for Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi asked Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance to Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks, and Egypt's defense chiefs pledged support. Sisi said any support would be defensive.

Trump Pauses Russia Sanctions as Row With Zelensky Intensifies

U.S. President Donald Trump temporarily suspended many restrictions on Russia that Congress had recently passed, citing national security. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the move unfortunate, saying it would encourage Russia to continue its assault.

Overnight Strikes Hit Oil Facilities in St Petersburg

Oil facilities in St Petersburg were hit in an overnight attack that also struck a data centre used by Russia's equivalent of Facebook. At least one person was killed.

Residents of Tigray Describe Drone Strikes

Residents of Adigrat, a city near the Eritrean border in Ethiopia's Tigray region, recounted recent drone strikes by Ethiopian forces.

Argentina Escalates Economic Pressure on the Falklands

Argentina's president is attacking the Falkland Islands' oil industry and has suggested its fisheries could be next, as the islands' roughly 4,000 residents face renewed hostility. The move comes amid a slump in Argentina's polls.

Taiwan Drives Away 16 Chinese Ships

Taiwan drove away 16 Chinese ships as China increases its presence around the island. Taipei said the pattern is designed to "alter the status quo" and described it as "hybrid warfare."

Crush at Hindu Festival Event in Kolkata Kills at Least 17

A crush at an event in the Indian city of Kolkata marking a Hindu festival killed at least 17 people, and many more were injured.

Fire at Canadian Military Base Kills Four

A "violent, fast-moving" fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta killed four people and seriously injured dozens more. Prime Minister Mark Carney called it one of the worst tragedies for Canada's armed forces in peacetime on Canadian soil.

Norte Fire Forces Evacuations in California

The fast-moving Norte Fire, driven by fierce Santa Ana winds, burned homes and forced people to evacuate in California. It is one of 13 wildfires burning across the state.

Pope Leo Returns to Public View After Lung Cancer Surgery

Pope Leo XIV left Rome's Gemelli Hospital after surgery removed the lower lobe of his right lung. He addressed the faithful in St. Peter's Square and said he plans to gradually resume his duties, with a Latin America trip scheduled for November.

Orionid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week

The Orionid meteor shower, one of the best-known, peaks this week and remains active until November 7.

Anthropic Grants Outside AI Watchdog Employee-Like Access

Anthropic has given an outside AI watchdog employee-like access to its systems. The watchdog can publish its findings without Anthropic's approval.