Today's News Digest
A gunman killed at least five to six people in Krakow, Poland, while Yemen recorded one of the deadliest 24-hour periods of its war, with more than 50 reported killed. Both events were reported on November 7, 2026.
World: Conflict and Security
Gunman Attack in Krakow
A gunman in military fatigues opened fire in Poland's second-largest city, killing at least five to six people according to reports. Authorities said the shooter began firing from a car near a market square and was shot and taken to hospital.
Deadliest Day in Yemen's War
Strikes in Yemen killed more than 50 people in one of the deadliest 24-hour periods of the conflict, according to the New York Times. The Houthis separately reported at least 25 killed and 30 injured in air strikes, and Saudi Arabia, which leads a coalition fighting the Houthis, has not commented.
Deadly Attack Near Congo Ebola Clinic
An assault by a group loyal to the Islamic State killed at least 44 people and forced patients to flee an Ebola clinic in Congo. The area is a hot spot of the growing Ebola outbreak.
Guatemala Armed Attack Kills Lawmaker and Police
A Guatemalan lawmaker and three police officers were killed in an armed attack in a region known for drug trafficking activity.
Israel Expands Military Roads in Southern Lebanon
Israel is building a 90 km network of military roads and outposts across southern Lebanon.
Ukrainian Forces Reverse Some Russian Gains
Ukrainian commanders granted New York Times journalists access to bunkers and training grounds used to reverse some Russian territorial gains, after months of secrecy around the operation.
World: Politics and Diplomacy
Paraguay's President Impeached and Detained
Congress impeached Paraguayan President Santiago Peña, who was placed under house arrest minutes later. The impeachment followed a banking crisis that left more than half the country unable to access bank accounts.
Israel's Inconclusive Election Opens Path to Government Change
Israel's election produced no clear result, and opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot is poised to try to form a government to replace Benjamin Netanyahu. Backing from Arab-led parties is seen as key, and significant obstacles remain.
Chaotic Race to Succeed UN Secretary-General
The contest to replace António Guterres as UN secretary-general has been shaken by last-minute entrants and deep divisions among Security Council members.
Tensions Over Iran's Nuclear Programme and Subsea Cables
The US has offered a $20 million reward for information about Iran's nuclear programme, as it has repeatedly raised the prospect of renewed strikes on nuclear facilities. Iran has threatened to attack subsea cables if US military strikes escalate, and ships have been reported loitering near those cables.
No Clear Winner in New Zealand Election
Preliminary results from New Zealand's general election point to a highly divided parliament, meaning weeks of coalition talks could follow.
Barnier Rules Out Cherry-Picking EU Single Market
Former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier told the BBC that the UK cannot selectively adopt parts of the EU single market, saying EU countries would reject any attempt to follow economic rules "a la carte".
Europe and Society
Bomb Threats and Cyberattacks Unsettle Europe
A cyberattack on supermarket fridges, bomb threats to planes and software vulnerabilities have left Europeans on edge. Government officials are encouraging resilience and stockpiling.
Protests Over Cost of Living in France
Hundreds marched in Pau, France, against high living costs.
Culture, Faith and Health
Pope Leo Begins 12-Day South America Tour
Pope Leo began his first South American tour since lung cancer surgery, visiting Uruguay, Argentina and Peru over 12 days. In Paysandu, Uruguay, the Vatican said some 40,000 people gathered to hear him.
Climate Change Intensifies Extreme Weather
Rising global temperatures are making heatwaves, droughts, wildfires and floods more common and more intense. Heavy rains recently flooded Gaza.
Technology and Security
Chainalysis Reports Breach of All Customer Credentials
Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis said hackers stole credentials and tokens for all of its customers in a "multifront cyberattack" that included AI agents and an on-path data theft.
Health Sector Warned After Blood Bank Cyberattack
A healthcare intelligence-sharing group is urging members to lock down systems after cyberattacks on cold storage systems, including one at a French blood bank.
Notable quotes
a la carte — Michel Barnier