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Bulgarian PM Confirms Drone Strikes on Two Commercial Vessels in Black Sea
Bulgarian PM Rumen Radev confirmed two ships were hit by drones in the Black Sea EEZ, with one vessel sinking and crew fate still uncertain.
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Ex‑Spy Chief August Hanning Arrested in Germany on Treason Charges
Germany arrested ex‑BND chief August Hanning on suspicion of treason and espionage, accused of passing state secrets to a foreign service, sparking security concerns.
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India, Switzerland Expand Cooperation in Defence, Nuclear Energy & Mobility
India and Switzerland signed new agreements on defence, nuclear energy, visas, and innovation, strengthening bilateral ties through mobility deals, research partnerships, and youth exchange programmes.
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West Asian Crude Exports Surpass Pre‑War Levels Despite Tanker Attacks
West Asian crude exports rose above pre‑war levels in late September, hitting 22.5m bpd, despite escalating tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. Marine Arrested in Okinawa Murder Case, Sparks Outrage in Japan
A U.S. Marine was arrested in Okinawa for allegedly killing a local woman, sparking outrage in Japan and renewing tensions over America’s military presence.
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Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad Resigns Amid Economic Strain
Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned without explanation; Hamid Bovard of NIOC takes charge as acting minister amid war‑driven economic strain and oil industry challenges.
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U.S. Air Force Withdraws Bombers From RAF Fairford After Suspected Terror Plot
U.S. Air Force redeployed bombers from RAF Fairford after a suspected terror plot, citing security concerns at the UK base used for Iran operations.
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Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez Calls Snap Election After Housing Crisis Defeat
Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez called snap elections for November 29 after parliament rejected housing relief measures, sparking protests and highlighting his minority government’s fragile position.
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Britain’s Green Party Declares Zionism as Racism, Sparks Global Backlash
Britain’s Green Party voted to classify Zionism as racism, sparking criticism from Jewish groups and Israel, while urging Labour to halt arms trade with Israel.
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Brazil Election 2026: Flavio Bolsonaro Surprises Polls, Faces Lula in Runoff
Flavio Bolsonaro outperformed polls with 47.45% votes, setting up a runoff against President Lula da Silva on October 25 in Brazil’s closely watched presidential election.