Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war.
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Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich's wealth
Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, BBC finds.
The island where locals say data centres are taking their water
"Not a single drop has come through our taps for the last three months," a local tells the BBC.
Mourners killed by Kenya police at ex-PM's national farewell not part of violence, BBC finds
After analysing 1,500 videos and images of the Raila Odinga memorial, Africa Eye finds that those killed were far from the scuffles.
Super El Niño sets another record as it strengthens to 'unprecedented levels'
El Niño has continued to strengthen, with several key measures now in record territory. Simon King explores how it compares to previous events.
At Least 6 Injured in Stabbing in South Korea
The police in the city of Incheon said they had arrested one man and were investigating his motive.
Watch: US man eyes pumpkin world record after fifth contest win
Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger hauled his pumpkin from Minnesota to Half Moon Bay, California where he won the annual event.
Pope Leo Prepares for Surgery to Remove Lung Nodule
The Vatican has said that the pontiff is expected to spend about a week recovering in the hospital.
MI5 Chief Warns of Escalating Hybrid Threats From Iran and Russia on British Soil
The head of Britain’s domestic security agency accused Tehran and Moscow of escalating their hybrid campaigns in the U.K., and called Iran-led attacks on Jewish communities “sickening.”
Nuremberg Airport in Germany Is Briefly Shut by False Alarm of Hijacking
German police said they had determined there was “no danger” after a plane mistakenly transmitted a code suggesting a possible hijacking onboard.
U.K. and Europe Recoil From Trump’s Diesel Deal With Putin
Shocked by the U.S. agreement with Russia, which Ukraine has called “a gift” to President Putin, officials in Europe have coalesced around a cautious diplomatic message.
This Copper Mine Led to a Civil War. Can Reopening It Fund a New Nation?
Rising demand for copper has fueled interest in Bougainville’s Panguna mine, which has been shut for four decades. Yet some fear a rush to reopen risks return to violence.
Ex-president named leader of new DR Congo rebel coalition
Joseph Kabila had previously denied having links to the M23 rebels, which control much of eastern DR Congo.
Zelensky Comment Raises Fears Over U.S. Intelligence Sharing
The Ukrainian leader said Kyiv received no early warning before a Russian ballistic missile attack. President Trump said the U.S. continued to share intelligence.
Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media
A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike.
They Came to Russia for Work. Now They Are Under Fire.
Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries and warehouses have led to casualties among the foreigners easing Russia’s labor shortage.
Bulgaria Summons Russian Ambassador After More Black Sea Drone Strikes
Drones struck two ships off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, according to the country’s prime minister.
Cyberattack Hits Hundreds of Supermarket Refrigeration Systems in France
The attack targeted a Danish software system in at least 380 supermarkets, forcing some shops to throw out frozen produce. The attackers have not been identified.
Horrified witnesses recount fatal rollercoaster incident at Six Flags
One person is dead and others were injured after an incident at the amusement park in the US state of Georgia.
The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its Politics
As Israelis prepare to vote for the first time since the Hamas-led assault, they remain divided over whether to hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for negligence or fault the “treason” of his generals.