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Zelensky rallies European allies as US support for Ukraine wanes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump’s demands to stop. Tensions between Kyiv and Washington have escalated in recent days over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications.

France 24 · Oct 15

US Embassy Denies 600-Troop Panama Deployment Amid Reports of Expanding Anti-Cartel Operations in Latin America

The U.S. Embassy in Panama denied reports of deploying 600 troops, confirming that 120 soldiers are participating in a temporary two-week jungle training course.

Latin Times · Oct 15

57 Failing Dams, Zero Penalties, and a Record El Niño Bearing Down on California

A state audit found 57 California dams in poor condition near major cities. With a record El Niño arriving and $28B in repairs unpaid, the risk is real and now.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Trump Pardons Diesel Mechanics Onstage in Alaska as Senate Race Enters Final Three Weeks

Trump signed diesel pardons onstage in Wasilla with 21 days left in the Alaska Senate race that could determine congressional control.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Kash Patel's 'From Russia, With Love' Joke Called 'Absolutely Disgraceful' As Critics Cite Ukrainian Deaths

FBI Director Kash Patel faced criticism for mocking an erroneous report about a Russia trip as Russian attacks killed six people in Ukraine and damaged critical infrastructure.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15

Greens exploring legal options for harassment probe

Greens leaders are examining avenues for an investigation into the alleged behaviour of Senator Jordon Steele-John, noting his right to procedural fairness.

AAP · Oct 15

Eleventh Circuit Rejects Netchoice's Challenge to Georgia Law Restricting Under-16-Year-Old Social Media Access

From today's Eleventh Circuit opinion in Netchoice v. Attorney General, by Judge Kevin Newsom, joined by Judges Robert Luck and… The post Eleventh Circuit Rejects Netchoice's Challenge to Georgia Law Restricting Under-16-Year-Old Social Media Access appeared first on Reason Magazine.

Reason · Oct 15

Burnham to call on Swinney to work together to spread devolution across Scotland

The Prime Minister will offer the olive branch to the SNP’s John Swinney as he visits Lanarkshire on Friday.

Evening Standard · Oct 15

Healey and Miliband ridiculed for Bangkok tuk tuk video ahead of tough Budget

The pair were filmed sampling Thai snacks while on a ride through the city.

Evening Standard · Oct 15

Jeffrey Donaldson Jailed for 15 Years for Child Sexual Abuse as Victim Says 'My Childhood Was Stolen From Me'

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been sentenced to 15 years for 18 sexual offences against two victims, following his conviction in June 2026.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15