Analysis: What’s behind Iran’s alleged drone deal with Russia? And will Ukraine’s Western partners step up in this time of need? Al Jazeera’s defence analyst explains all. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2022
Belarusians during the war on Ukraine: caught between a rock and a hard place The international community has not beat around the bush on Belarus’ role in Russia’s war against Ukraine. On 2 March, the United Nations issued a historical resolution condemning the country’s “unlawful use of force against Ukraine”. As a result, most of the countries who had adopted sanctions against Russia have… The Conversation · Oct 31, 2022
Joe Biden loses temper in call with Zelensky after he demands more military aid A report says the incident happened when President Zelensky began listing the items Ukraine still needed despite the huge aid given by the US Daily Mirror · Oct 31, 2022
UK warns Russia of severe consequences if nuclear weapons used in Ukraine Britain on Monday warned Russian President Vladimir Putin of severe consequences if Moscow uses nuclear weapons in Ukraine, saying such a step would change the nature of the conflict. Reuters · Oct 31, 2022
An intense global scramble is on to keep Ukraine grain deal alive, as Russia pulls out Countries are scrambling to salvage a deal allowing Ukraine to export grain, after Russia said it pulled out indefinitely, a decision that risks worsening global hunger. WEKU · Oct 31, 2022
Ukraine war: another round of pointless and dangerous escalation as Putin blocks grain exports Following an attack on the Russian Black Sea fleet’s base in the port city of Sevastopol in occupied Crimea, Moscow has suspended its participation in the Black Sea grain initiative. This was a deal to allow grain ships to depart safely from Ukrainian ports which was brokered by the UN… The Conversation · Oct 31, 2022
Turtlenecks, shared showers and wetsuits for indoor pools: Europe grapples with energy crisis MONTEROSSO AL MARE, Italy — For years, Antonio Scognamillo paid $1,200 a month to power La Smorfia, his cozy pizzeria offering dozens of styles of pies in this hilly, medieval tourist enclave by the Ligurian Sea. Los Angeles Times · Oct 31, 2022
Russia recruiting U.S.-trained Afghan commandos, vets say Afghan special forces soldiers who fought alongside American troops and fled to Iran after the chaotic U.S. withdrawal are being recruited by the Russian military to fight in Ukraine The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2022
Putin unleashes newly-qualified female pilots in war for first time since WW2 Vladimir Putin's 'night witches' have graduated and are ready to enter the war in Ukraine, with Joseph Stalin the last Russian leader to permit female pilots during WW2 Daily Mirror · Oct 31, 2022
Ukraine appeal to FIFA to have England opponents Iran removed from World Cup Iran could be removed from playing in the World Cup in Qatar after Ukraine launched an official appeal for the Middle-Eastern nation to be banned - three weeks before the tournament Daily Mirror · Oct 31, 2022
Turkey promises to keep grain moving despite Russian suspension Cargo ships set sail, carrying 354,500 tonnes of grain, the most shipped in one day since Ukrainian exports resumed. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2022
Norway puts military on raised alert level in response to Ukraine war PM says there is no reason to believe Russia intends to invade but ‘we must be more vigilant’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2022
Ukraine lead calls for England opponents to be kicked out of Qatar World Cup 2022 Qatar World Cup 2022: Iran are set to compete at the FIFA World Cup next month in the face of international condemnation for their actions on a variety of issues Football London · Oct 31, 2022
As the Ukraine war rages, Russia doubles down on anti-LGBT laws The parliament has approved bills aimed at further constricting the country’s marginalised LGBT community. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2022
The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2022 Ukraine ships out record tonnage of grain despite Russia spurning scheme Large convoy of vessels sets sail from Odesa as Moscow warns doing so without its approval is ‘risky’
WEKU · Oct 31, 2022 Ukraine war updates: Russia drops grain deal, claiming drones hit its ships (Oct. 31) Catch up on key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Tribune News Service · Oct 31, 2022 Russian missile strikes cut Ukrainian power, water supplies Ukraine warned of widespread blackouts after a massive wave of Russian missile attacks on Monday damaged power and water supplies across the country including in the capital Kyiv.
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2022 EXPLAINER: What Russia's suspension of grain deal could mean Russia has suspended its part of the deal allowing Ukraine to ship grain from its Black Sea ports safely amid a monthslong war, and it appears that the remaining partners are left to take their chances
The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2022 Like Trump, Elon Musk reveals a vapid mind super-charged by wealth and ego Musk, despite his wealth, good fortune and global influence, is not a serious person – but he is toying with dangerous ideas
Reuters · Oct 31, 2022 Norway raises military alert in response to Ukraine war Norway will put its military on a raised level of alert from Tuesday, moving more personnel on to operational duties and enhancing the role of a rapid mobilisation force in response to the war in Ukraine, the government said on Monday.
Reuters · Oct 31, 2022 U.N. Black Sea grain pact under threat as Russia quits Grain was flowing out of Ukraine at a record pace on Monday under an initiative led by the United Nations aimed at easing global food shortages despite Russia warning it was risky to continue after it pulled out of the pact.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2022 World jobs boom halted by Ukraine war and recession risk, says ILO UN body says economic and political crises threaten rise in jobs and hours worked after Covid pandemic
Reuters · Oct 31, 2022 Debris of Russian missile downed by Ukraine lands in Moldovan village Missile debris landed in the northern Moldovan village of Naslavcea on Monday morning after a Russian fusillade was intercepted by air defences in neighbouring Ukraine, Moldova's Interior Ministry said.
The New Daily · Oct 31, 2022 Could Russia collapse? Three good reasons why we should not discount the possibility There are good reasons why we should not discount the possibility that defeat of Russia in Ukraine might make the Kremlin’s edifice crumble.
Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2022 Russia launches barrage of missiles on Ukrainian cities Ukrainian officials say latest attacks hit ‘critical infrastructure’, causing power shortages.