Local curfews and first sentences after riots in France
Local curfews applied in selected parts of French cities after the 17 October riots. Courts have also handed down the first sentences.
Category: World
Kenya: Paul Mackenzie found guilty of murdering 190 children and one adult
A court in Mombasa has found Paul Mackenzie and 28 co-defendants guilty of 191 murders. Sentencing is due on 6 November.
Ethiopia announces interim administration in Tigray after renewed fighting
Ethiopia’s prime minister has announced an interim administration in Tigray, tasked with preparing elections and restoring public services over six months.
Zelenskyy in Brussels as Ukraine seeks EU funding and military support
Zelenskyy is in Brussels seeking EU funding and military support, with air defence, energy infrastructure and Ukraine’s 2027 funding needs on the agenda.
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure cause power cuts in Kyiv and eight regions
Ukrenergo reported fresh power cuts in Kyiv and eight regions after Russian drone attacks. Repairs began where security conditions allowed.
Houthis attack palace complex in Aden; authorities report five killed
The Houthis attacked the Al-Maashiq complex in Aden. Yemen’s health minister reported five killed and 16 injured. The prime minister and cabinet are safe.
Three children and teacher killed in Oregon school shooting
Three children and a teacher were killed in a shooting at a primary school in Bend, Oregon. Police said the attacker was a local 16-year-old.
Brazil’s parliament approves phased cut to 40-hour working week
Brazil’s Congress has approved a cut in the maximum working week from 44 to 40 hours. The changes will take effect in stages, not immediately.
The Guardian: Israel blocks construction of international forces’ base in Gaza
According to The Guardian, contractors cannot enter Gaza to build a base for 150 soldiers. Israeli authorities declined to comment.
Two container ships sink near Strait of Hormuz after earlier strikes
GFS Pride and Cape Dao sank near the Strait of Hormuz on 14 October, The Guardian reports. Earlier strikes occurred on different dates, and the causes remain unclear.
Guardian: Ukrainian soldiers report Starlink restrictions during combat
Ukrainian soldiers have reported losing Starlink connectivity during combat, according to the Guardian. The cause and full extent of the restrictions remain unclear.
Joseph Kabila announces new political-military front involving AFC/M23 leaders
Joseph Kabila has taken the helm of the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation in DR Congo. According to DW, its leadership includes AFC and M23 figures.
