Zelenskiy fears Middle East conflict could hit military aid to Ukraine President warns of ‘dangerous situation’ for his country as western attention shifts to Israel after Hamas attack The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
Slovakia’s Fico signs coalition deal with far-right parties A former prime minister of Slovakia who plans to end the country's military support for Ukraine is poised to return to office after his political party signed a deal Wednesday with two other parties to form a coalition government. France 24 · Oct 11, 2023
Why the crisis in Israel is putting pressure on GOP to act over vacant House speaker role In the wake of the Hamas surprise attacks on Israel, and that country’s resulting heavy military response, calls for Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives to pick a new speaker quickly have grown, including from GOP members themselves. The absence of a speaker may slow or limit any aid… The Conversation · Oct 11, 2023
Why India’s MEA still hasn’t issued an official statement on Israel-Palestine Operation Al Aqsa Flood by Hamas has not just shaken up Israel but the entire world. It’s swept the pieces from the chessboard on which the world’s strategic thinkers and foreign police shapers dream up global moves. All bets are off. Hamas has started a new game altogether. Perhaps that… Newslaundry · Oct 11, 2023
Belgium's prime minister says his country supports a ban on Russian diamonds as part of sanctions Belgium’s prime minister says his country, which has the biggest interest in the global diamond trade in the European Union, is supporting a ban on Russian diamonds as part of sanctions targeting President Vladimir Putin’s government for its war against Ukraine The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
US announces $200m military assistance package for Ukraine US package is the first to be announced since Congress dropped new funding for Kyiv to avoid a government shutdown. Al Jazeera · Oct 11, 2023
Russian authorities seek to fine a human rights advocate for criticizing the war in Ukraine Russian authorities are seeking to fine a prominent human rights advocate on trial for criticizing the war in Ukraine, the latest step in a relentless crackdown The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 595 of the invasion Zelenskiy attends Nato meeting in Brussels and appeals for more air defence ahead of winter; Yellens says G7 oil price cap has reduced Russian revenue The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2023
Shapps: No chance of losing focus on Ukraine despite conflict in Israel The Defence Secretary is in Brussels to meet Nato counterparts and to attend the Nato-Ukraine Council. The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Ukraine’s forces repel Russian attacks near Avdiivka as Putin’s troops launch new offensive Ukraine says Russian attacks along Andiivka are ‘active enemy efforts’ to prevent them from moving forces to Zaporizhzhia The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Israel-Hamas conflict may help Russia in war against Ukraine Russia is set to benefit from the Israel-Hamas conflict, as Israel’s requests for US military aid risk diverting weapons and focus from Ukraine while the rising price of oil bolsters Moscow’s economy. The Times of India · Oct 11, 2023
Ukraine President Zelenskyy at NATO defense ministers meeting seeking more support to fight Russia Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived at NATO for meetings with alliance defense ministers to further drum up support for Ukraine’s fight against Russia The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023
Zelensky makes first visit to NATO headquarters since invasion, alliance says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday visits NATO headquarters in Brussels for the first time since the Russian invasion, the military alliance said. Zelensky was in Romania on Tuesday for talks with President Klaus Iohannis about security and grain exports. Read our live blog to see how all the day's… France 24 · Oct 11, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Russian missile strike kills at least four in school, say Ukrainian officials – as it happened Rescuers searching for people under rubble of school in Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk, says regional governor The Guardian - AU · Oct 11, 2023
Evening Standard · Oct 11, 2023 West will not be distracted from Ukraine support by horrors in Israel, UK warns Putin Britain warned Vladimir Putin on Wednesday that the West will not be distracted from its steadfast support for Ukraine by the atrocities committed in Israel.
The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2023 Ukraine-Russia war – live: Blow for Putin as Kyiv repels frontline attacks on key village Avdiivka Kyiv confirms escalation of Moscow’s military offensive actions on same front
The Guardian - AU · Oct 11, 2023 Israel-Hamas war likely to result in increased cyber-attacks, Australia told Cybersecurity organisation CyberCX says groups previously focused on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are refocusing on Israel-Hamas war
Al Jazeera · Oct 11, 2023 Russia fails in bid to return to UN’s Human Rights Council Bulgaria and Albania win backing in secret vote for two Eastern European seats available on UN body.
Al Jazeera · Oct 11, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 595 As the war enters its 595th day, these are the main developments.
The Texas Tribune · Oct 10, 2023 U.S. House speaker fight is jeopardizing Israeli aid, Texas Rep. Michael McCaul says Foreign Affairs Chair Michael McCaul said the attack on Israel by Hamas has increased the urgency to select a House speaker.
Roll Call · Oct 10, 2023 Biden, Congress mull supplemental funding for Israel - Roll Call A possible Israel aid package could run up against debates over aid for Ukraine, with Congress divided over giving more assistance to Kyiv.
The Conversation · Oct 10, 2023 Israel-Palestine conflict divides South African politicians – what their responses reveal about historical alliances Hamas’ brazen and deadly attack on Israel on October 7 elicited varied responses within the South African political scene. These diverse reactions reflect the long history, since before democracy in 1994, of South African engagement with the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The conflict holds symbolic significance for many in the country.
Al Jazeera · Oct 10, 2023 Ukrainians stand with Israel amid war with Hamas, despite grievances Historic ties between Kyiv and Tel Aviv appear stronger than recent disagreements over weapons deliveries.
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 10, 2023 2023 Chicago film festival: 10 movies to see Fest brings 12 days of opportunity to see entertaining works tackling topics from the Ukraine invasion to Iranian bureaucracy to 19th century French cuisine.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2023 Zelenskiy pledged not to attack nuclear plant in Zaporizhzhia, says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says president personally assured him Ukraine ‘will not directly bomb or shell’ plant in counteroffensive