Press review · Tuesday, 20 October 2026
20 October 2026
9,214 articles: 08 May 2025 – 27 October 2026
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thehill.com
Musk ordered Starlink slowdown in Ukraine: WSJ
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk ordered the slowdown of Starshield, the military version of Starlink internet, which Ukraine said hampered its ability to respond to Russian attacks, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing U.S. officials and people familiar with the matter. The disruption impacted Ukraine’s drones, airplanes and helicopters, a source familiar with the…
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nbcnews.com
2 men rearrested in U.K. on suspicion of assisting Iran over suspected plot at a U.S.-run air base
Counter Terrorism Policing said the men, a 24-year-old British national and a 25-year-old dual U.K.-Iranian national, were arrested under the National Security Act.
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independent.co.uk
Elon Musk is on Democrats’ ‘list’ to target if they win midterms: report
The world’s richest man has reportedly poured in hundreds of millions of dollars to support Republican candidates in the midterms as Democrats gain ground in several red states
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theguardian.com
US has resumed sharing intelligence with Ukraine about Russian strikes, says Zelenskyy
Advance warnings of missile attacks were seemingly suspended last week by the White House, but Ukraine’s president says: ‘Now it works’
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komonews.com
Fact Check Team: What’s driving France's violent unrest?
The violence fueled a political debate over immigration and alleged activist networks, but evidence of organized groups doesn't establish a single cause.
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Why are French police so violent? Their job is to protect the state, not the people
Officers are instruments of state whose job is to repress, rather than manage, public dissent
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Bannon ‘not wild’ about Trump endorsing Netanyahu
Former White House adviser Steve Bannon on Monday said he’s “not wild” about President Trump endorsing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s election next week. Trump on Sunday called the prime minister “Strong, Brave, and Brilliant in the face of tremendous opposition, including that coming from even Israel, itself,” adding that he represents…
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yahoo.com
Britain to send planes to help defend Saudi Arabia from Houthis
Britain will send RAF Typhoon jets to defend Saudi Arabia from attacks by the Houthi rebels in Yemen, the country's Ministry of Defense said.
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Flavio Bolsonaro’s ‘corrupto’ stunt sparks viral meme before Brazil election runoff
Far-right presidential candidate’s TV debate swipe at rival backfires as people take to social media to parody it
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nbcnews.com
As violent riots and looting rock France, far-right leader Marine Le Pen is seizing the moment
Marine Le Pen has used the unrest to cast herself as the voice of reason, order and strict controls on immigration.
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nypost.com
UK will deploy Typhoon fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Inside Yemen, authorities said a Houthi strike on Monday against a training camp for Saudi-backed government security forces killed 58 people.
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jpost.com
UK's RAF to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks | The Jerusalem Post
In addition to Typhoon fighter jets, the UK will deploy an Atlas A400M transport aircraft and military advisers, expanding assistance announced in September.
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nytimes.com
UK to Send Fighter Jets to Help Defend Saudi Arabia From Houthi Attacks
R.A.F. Typhoon fighter jets will be deployed to protect infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, Britain said, after a spike in attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi militia.
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nbcnews.com
‘Scandalous’ to say Ukrainians are dying due to U.S. pulling support, Rubio says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was expected to meet with American negotiators in Oslo on Tuesday as Kyiv accuses the U.S. of withdrawing support crucial to the country’s defense against Russian attacks.
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Trump’s botched execution on Katie Zacharia speaks volumes about Susie Wiles’ future
Reports of the chief of staff’s impending demise were shown to be greatly exaggerated as the Trumpworld boss made quick work of the president's impulse hire, making her an example of what happens when she's left out of the loop, Andrew Feinberg writes
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nbcnews.com
Lawmaker reportedly loses leg as car ramming stuns Australia
Helen Haines, 65, was in critical but stable condition Tuesday after being struck by a car outside her rural electoral office. Authorities charged the driver in what they said was a deliberate attack.
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
‘Don’t know if it means anything’: Trump’s quip about Melania’s sign sparks awkward White House moment
US President Donald Trump drew laughter from guests at the White House on Monday after questioning whether first lady Melania Trump’s signature 'means anything' as the couple signed an executive order aimed at boosting research into women’s health.
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France to Extend Curfews After a Night of Calm, Prime Minister Says
The restrictions are part of a state effort to reassert control after the country’s largest riots in years, as those arrested in the chaos face expedited trials.
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France Protests Show Europe’s Shift Away From Centrist Politics
Europe’s centrist parties are losing ground among young people and workers, who are increasingly tempted by populist promises of radical change.
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French cities ‘calm overnight’ after targeted curfews, prime minister says – Europe live
Sébastien Lecornu suggests more curfews could be introduced to quell unrest after weekend protests
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oilprice.com
Trump Announces $8 Billion in Emergency Diesel Relief for U.S. Farmers | OilPrice.com
The Trump administration has announced $8 billion in financial assistance for American farmers struggling with soaring diesel prices during the 2026 harvest season.
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Norway confirms talks between Zelenskyy and Trump's envoys in Oslo
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has confirmed that talks involving President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump's special envoys will take place in Oslo on 20 October.
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Alberta voters reject plan for referendum to leave Canada, CBC projects
Projection delivers a victory for prime minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unity
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rte.ie
Trump open to joint meeting with Xi, Putin next month
US President Donald Trump has said he is open to three-way arms control talks with the leaders of China and Russia as soon as next month.
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france24.com
Live: France to impose more curfews as government seeks to regain control after riots and looting
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said further curfews would be imposed "where necessary" on Tuesday evening after those on Monday in parts of Paris and other cities "helped keep the peace overnight"…
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Voters in Oil-Rich Alberta Reject Leaving Canada
Residents of the province were asked if they wish to remain in Canada or to hold another vote on breaking away, in a referendum that left both sides unhappy.
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nbcnews.com
New wave of violent settler attacks hits Americans and others in lead-up to key election
The ongoing olive harvest season, when Palestinians spend hours in their orchards vulnerable to settler attacks, is an annual flash point.
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‘Time for Zelenskyy to get somebody else to negotiate’: Trump open to Putin-Xi talks on Ukraine war
US President Donald Trump on Monday said he was open to holding trilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while suggesting that Ukraine should have someone else negotiate on its behalf in the war with Russia.
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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy claims US deliberately delaying interceptor missile deliveries to Kyiv
Ukrainian president tells US senators the delayed missiles have already been paid for by European countries, amid growing rift. What we know on day 1,700
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Milan luxury shops close as Italy prepares to deploy troops in the city after days of protests
Demonstrations over poor public services and rising costs spiralled over the weekend, with shops looted and property vandalised
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unionleader.com
Trump says he is open to joining trilateral meeting with Xi, Putin
President Trump said he is open to a meeting with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin on denuclearization, as U.S. officials prepare for Ukraine talks amid rising tensions with Kyiv.
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Oil-rich Alberta votes on Canada separation: All you need to know
Oil-rich Alberta is voitng on whether to begin a process that could eventually lead to its separation from Canada, putting the country's national unity to the test.
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ctvnews.ca
U.S. Justice Department charges more than 2 dozen in California sweep targeting alleged noncitizen voters
Federal officials charged more than two dozen foreign nationals in California as part of a statewide sweep targeting people who officials say have illegally registered or voted in U.S. elections.
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pbs.org
Homeland Security grants temporary deportation reprieve for more than 100,000 Ukrainians and Sudanese
This decision comes as activists and lawmakers argue there are no safe conditions for Ukrainians to return to amid the war with Russia.
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France imposes partial curfews in several cities, including parts of Paris
Interior minister concedes police ‘lost control’ of weekend protests as PM vows to restore public order
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smh.com.au
Donald Trump is not only coddling Vladimir Putin. He is becoming Vladimir Putin
Trump is doing more than favouring Putin. He is acting in Putin’s interests even when it harms his own.
