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- EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : « Plus de 100 missiles balistiques ont été lancés contre Kiev et sa région », depuis deux semaines, selon Volodymyr ZelenskyLe Monde ·
France, 05:40, 28 October 2026
- Gulf states working on multipart peace deal to avert renewal of US-Iran warThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 05:15, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to reports, the United States warned Gulf allies of a possible renewal of the war with Iran after the November midterm elections. The Wall Street Journal, as cited by TASS, reports that Washington is weighing military action after November 3, while the Times of Israel refers to a renewed Iranian offensive, so the two reports point in opposite directions. The Guardian reports that Gulf states are working on a multipart peace deal to avert a renewed US-Iran war. The Express Tribune describes a possible war as "short, intense", according to the report it cites.
- La lucha por encontrar a los miles de desaparecidos de la guerra en Sudán: “Cualquier certeza es menos angustiosa que esperar indefinidamente”El País ·
Spain, 05:10, 28 October 2026
- El mercado da una tregua a Lula mientras escruta los primeros pasos de su política fiscalEl País ·
Spain, 05:10, 28 October 2026
- El Pentágono estima que costos de la guerra con Irán ascienden a más de 47 mil millones de dólaresLa Tercera ·
Chile, 05:10, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to Pentagon data, presented to Congress, the cost of the war with Iran to the US has risen to over $47 billion. CBS News attributes the same $47 billion figure to the US military.
- PPP slams defense minister over remarks on trusting U.S. forces in event of war with N. KoreaYonhap ·
South Korea, 04:45, 28 October 2026
- El Salvador deploys 1,000 troops to Haiti after gang ambushSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 04:31, 28 October 2026
- Full Text | S. Muralidhar’s Remarks on How Israel Has Continued to Commit Genocide After ‘Ceasefire’The Wire ·
India, 03:40, 28 October 2026
- Iran war has cost $47 billion, U.S. military saysCBS News ·
United States, 03:35, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Pentagon estimates the US cost of the Iran war has risen above $47 billion, according to Pentagon data cited by Geo News, Daily Maverick, Dawn and other outlets. The New York Times reports the cost has risen to $47.1 billion, a figure the Pentagon reportedly gave lawmakers. CBS News attributes the $47 billion estimate to the US military.
- Halima Salman convicted of receiving ISIS military training in Syria, faces 10 years in prisonFox News ·
United States, 03:30, 28 October 2026
- More than 100 people killed in Sudanese army drone attack on market, says Sudanese rights groupThe Hindu ·
India, 03:20, 28 October 2026
- Iran war puts Republican foreign policy hawks under pressure before midtermsThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 03:10, 28 October 2026
- UN: Israel committed war crimes, crimes against humanity in PalestineCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:00, 28 October 2026
- Khamenei calls for meeting Iran's conditions to end war: statementCGTN (state media) ·
China, 03:00, 28 October 2026
- Cessar-fogo negociado por esposa de Trump entra em vigor em cidade da UcrâniaGazeta do Povo ·
Brazil, 02:50, 28 October 2026
- Middle East latest: US warns Gulf allies of possible renewal of Iran war, report saysThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 02:40, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to reports, the United States warned Gulf allies of a possible renewal of the war with Iran after the November midterm elections. The Wall Street Journal, as cited by TASS, reports that Washington is weighing military action after November 3, while the Times of Israel refers to a renewed Iranian offensive, so the two reports point in opposite directions. The Guardian reports that Gulf states are working on a multipart peace deal to avert a renewed US-Iran war. The Express Tribune describes a possible war as "short, intense", according to the report it cites.
- Youssef Siher sceglie il silenzio: “Liberatelo, non ha istigato né violenze né terrorismo”la Repubblica ·
Italy, 02:35, 28 October 2026
- A "maioria sionista" de Netanyahu e o novo ataque ao IrãoObservador ·
Portugal, 02:30, 28 October 2026
- Iran War Cost Rises to $47.1 Billion, Pentagon Told LawmakersThe New York Times ·
United States, 02:20, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Pentagon estimates the US cost of the Iran war has risen above $47 billion, according to Pentagon data cited by Geo News, Daily Maverick, Dawn and other outlets. The New York Times reports the cost has risen to $47.1 billion, a figure the Pentagon reportedly gave lawmakers. CBS News attributes the $47 billion estimate to the US military.
- Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv retaking territory, Zelenskyy says, as Nordic leaders urge Putin to end the conflictThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 02:05, 28 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Nordic leaders urged Putin to end the war in Ukraine in a rare phone call, according to ABC News and The Guardian. The New York Times reports that European leaders are divided over the phone call with Putin. The Kyiv Independent, citing the Financial Times, reports that Putin lectured the Nordic leaders on Russian history during the call. The Guardian adds that Zelenskyy says Kyiv is retaking territory.
- US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran says oil tanker caught fire after hitting mines east of HormuzThe Indian Express ·
India, 01:55, 28 October 2026
- Guerra Ucraina - Russia, le news di oggi. Attacco russo contro un edificio a Kharkiv: 4 feriti tra cui un bambinola Repubblica ·
Italy, 01:36, 28 October 2026
- Criminal case against alleged Bondi terrorist delayed amid ‘unprecedented’ investigationGuardian Australia ·
Australia, 01:36, 28 October 2026
- U.S.-brokered truce appears to hold in Ukrainian town close to starvationThe Japan Times ·
Japan, 00:55, 28 October 2026
- Un Mundial de halterofilia para un país en guerraABC ·
Spain, 00:40, 28 October 2026
- EUA proíbem carros da chinesa BYD em base militar no Japão por risco à segurançaGazeta do Povo ·
Brazil, 00:30, 28 October 2026
- U.S. Defends Military Campaign Against Cartels as Leaders Gather in CaribbeanThe New York Times ·
United States, 00:25, 28 October 2026
- Arrancan las maniobras militares de la OTAN Resolute Reforger 2026 en LetoniaABC ·
Spain, 00:20, 28 October 2026
- Why is the US reluctant to give South Korea wartime control of its troops?South China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 00:00, 28 October 2026
- Roménia denuncia aumento da guerra híbrida russaObservador ·
Portugal, 23:55, 27 October 2026
- Peskov clarifies ceasefire zone extending beyond AlyoshkiTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 23:30, 27 October 2026
- DUPLICATE:::: Army chief warns soldiers against drug abuse, stigmaPunch ·
Nigeria, 23:15, 27 October 2026
- Roberto Benigni cumple 74 años; esta es su reflexión acerca de la guerra en la contemporaneidad: "no debería humanizarse, debería abolirse"El Universal ·
Mexico, 23:15, 27 October 2026
- Army chief warns soldiers against drug abuse, stigmaPunch ·
Nigeria, 23:05, 27 October 2026
- Iran war live: Pezeshkian says Middle East can solve own issues without USAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 22:55, 27 October 2026
- B.C. animal rescuer killed by drone attack in UkraineThe Globe and Mail ·
Canada, 21:55, 27 October 2026
- U.S. military says 5 were killed by a strike on an alleged drug smuggling boat in the eastern PacificPBS NewsHour ·
United States, 21:45, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The US military says five people were killed in a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific. Al Jazeera and PBS attribute the account to the US, while Fox News and CBS report it as a US military action.
- Como Lula terceirizou a campanha digital para Janones – e ganhou na base do terrorismoGazeta do Povo ·
Brazil, 21:40, 27 October 2026
- Dream postponed: Hebron groom caught in Israeli military lockdownAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 21:30, 27 October 2026
- Khamenei insiste que se cumpram condições para acabar guerraObservador ·
Portugal, 21:00, 27 October 2026
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- Em tempo de guerra, Ucrânia quer limites nos táxisObservador ·
Portugal, 20:55, 27 October 2026
- EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : un centre de maintenance de missiles Patriot, utilisés par Kiev et par l’OTAN, va être implanté en PologneLe Monde ·
France, 20:50, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to The Kyiv Independent, Zelensky says Ukraine receives 12 Patriot missiles per month from the United States. Russian agency TASS, also citing Zelensky, says Kyiv receives 12 Patriots a month but fires more than 30. Le Monde reports that a Patriot missile maintenance centre, used by Kyiv and NATO, will be set up in Poland.
- La “guerra del salame más largo” suma un nuevo capítulo: Tandil prepara la contraofensiva para recuperar la corona ante el gigante de 501 metrosLa Nación ·
Argentina, 20:50, 27 October 2026
- La Policía detectó grupos en redes con nombres como «Ataque a Ceuta» llamando a seguir con la invasiónABC ·
Spain, 20:30, 27 October 2026
- Lockheed Martin expands Alabama plant to produce hypersonic missiles for B-52 bombersdefence-industry-eu · European Union, 20:30, 27 October 2026
- Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials sayBBC News ·
United Kingdom, 20:30, 27 October 2026
- Gadi Eisenkot, el líder tranquilo que perdió a su hijo en la ofensiva contra HamasEl Mundo ·
Spain, 20:25, 27 October 2026
- US Air Force awards Lockheed Martin $694M hypersonic missile production contractdefense-news ·
United States, 20:25, 27 October 2026
- El Salvador enviou mais de mil soldados ao Haiti após sequestro de militares, diz agênciaFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 20:25, 27 October 2026
- Export hurdles and visa waits for Ukrainian companies force Pentagon to slow its drone contestThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 20:10, 27 October 2026
- Abelardo De La Espriella sorprendió a soldados heridos en combate: así recibieron al presidente en el Hospital MilitarSemana ·
Colombia, 20:10, 27 October 2026
- Army destroys Afghan border check posts after 5 of a family injured, one killed in Angoor Adda: officialThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 20:01, 27 October 2026
- Senior Russian defense official, Madagascar general discuss military cooperationTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 19:50, 27 October 2026
- Qatar’s Emir and Putin call for diplomacy amid US-Iran conflictAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 19:45, 27 October 2026
- Los Mossos recurren al Centro de Inteligencia contra el Terrorismo para cerrar los grupos que alientan una nueva oleada de disturbios: "Poneros ropa negra y máscaras de Halloween"El Mundo ·
Spain, 19:45, 27 October 2026
- Vehículos militares y cinco contenedores: los detalles de la logística que traerán los 300 soldados de EE. UU.Semana ·
Colombia, 19:45, 27 October 2026
- Neutralise remnants of terrorist ecosystem: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha tells security agenciesThe Hindu ·
India, 19:35, 27 October 2026
- Ukraine war latest: Zelensky reveals details of 'Operation Veles'The Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 19:31, 27 October 2026
- Matemático Terence Tao diz estar em estado de guerra após anúncios da OpenAIFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 19:20, 27 October 2026
- Aviones militares de Estados Unidos fueron detectados en la base ecuatoriana de TauraEl Comercio ·
Peru, 19:00, 27 October 2026
- Northrop Grumman CEO says Sentinel missile on track for first flight in 2027defence-industry-eu · European Union, 19:00, 27 October 2026
- Ukraine intercepting more Russian Geran-4 jet-powered drones, General Staff saysThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 18:51, 27 October 2026
- Russia sought diplomatic solutions to Iranian conflict since its onset — PutinTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 18:51, 27 October 2026
- La Libertad: alertan sobre invasiones en sitio arqueológico en Virú, el tercer atentado en el lugar [VIDEO]RPP ·
Peru, 18:40, 27 October 2026
- Estados Unidos guía desde una base militar de Ecuador la nueva guerra contra el narcotráfico en la regiónEl Comercio ·
Peru, 18:40, 27 October 2026
- EUA enviam mais de 300 militares à Colômbia para treinamento contra narcotráficoFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 18:40, 27 October 2026
- Jordânia lamenta morte de civis no ataque ao Estado Islâmico na SíriaDiário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 18:35, 27 October 2026
- Ceasefire in Alyoshki to end at 7:59 p.m. GMT on November 1 — ombudswomanTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 18:20, 27 October 2026
- Defensoría exige protección urgente para médicos y pacientes en Cauca: “La guerra no puede decidir quién vive”Semana ·
Colombia, 18:20, 27 October 2026
- Finland, Norway do not intend to mediate Ukraine conflict settlementTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 18:15, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The leaders of Finland and Norway called Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine, according to El Mundo, ABC, RTP, El País, Diário de Notícias, BBC News and The Kyiv Independent. The South China Morning Post and Dhaka Tribune describe the conversation as «frank» and «frank and substantive», wording also used by The Hindu. The Kyiv Independent and The National link the call to peace talks planned in Abu Dhabi. Russian agency TASS says Finland and Norway do not intend to mediate a settlement of the Ukraine conflict.
- BAE Systems completes first live-fire test of Adaptable Deck Launcher for naval missilesdefence-industry-eu · European Union, 18:15, 27 October 2026
- Ukraine's 'Veles' pipeline operation near Kupiansk 'eliminates' over 100 Russian troops, Zelensky saysThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 18:10, 27 October 2026
- Melania Trump says ceasefire zone in Alyoshki extended beyond townTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 18:01, 27 October 2026
- Cessar-fogo em Oleshky alargado para garantir "passagem segura" de ajuda humanitária, diz Melania TrumpDiário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 18:00, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to El Universal, Russia and Ukraine began a ceasefire in Oleshky for a humanitarian mission, negotiated by Melania Trump. Observador reports that the humanitarian truce in Oleshky has been extended until Sunday. Diário de Notícias says Melania Trump announced the extension of the ceasefire to ensure safe passage for humanitarian aid. La Tercera describes the humanitarian crisis in Oleshky as deepening along the front line, with the risk of landmines.
- Europe can't keep head above water in information war against Russia — LavrovTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 17:51, 27 October 2026
- IRGC dismantles two terrorist teams in southeast IranIRNA (state media) ·
Iran, 17:51, 27 October 2026
- Explosions heard over Riyadh as Saudi authorities say Houthi missiles downedThe Hindu ·
India, 17:51, 27 October 2026
- Former U.S. ambassador to Israel on how Gaza war affects Netanyahu's reelection chancesCBS News ·
United States, 17:45, 27 October 2026
- "Não existe nenhuma guerra santa: só a paz é santa"Observador ·
Portugal, 17:40, 27 October 2026
- Mais de 60 cristãos ortodoxos são mortos em ataques na EtiópiaGazeta do Povo ·
Brazil, 17:40, 27 October 2026
- Polonia albergará un centro de mantenimiento de misiles PatriotClarín ·
Argentina, 17:35, 27 October 2026
- La tecnología detrás del nuevo misil hipersónico de Estados Unidos: sus velocidades extremas desafían a sus rivalesSemana ·
Colombia, 17:30, 27 October 2026
- Lockheed Martin, U.S. Government say Poland will host European PAC-3 missile maintenance hubdefence-industry-eu · European Union, 17:30, 27 October 2026
- Nordic leaders press Putin to end Ukraine war in rare phone callABC News ·
Australia, 17:25, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Nordic leaders urged Putin to end the war in Ukraine in a rare phone call, according to ABC News and The Guardian. The New York Times reports that European leaders are divided over the phone call with Putin. The Kyiv Independent, citing the Financial Times, reports that Putin lectured the Nordic leaders on Russian history during the call. The Guardian adds that Zelenskyy says Kyiv is retaking territory.
- Apoio do Egito à Arábia Saudita é declaração de guerra, dizem houthisFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 17:25, 27 October 2026
- Funeral held for family killed in Jordanian airstrikes in SyriaAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 17:10, 27 October 2026
- Intercalares. Trump chama "jihadista" a Abdul El-SayedObservador ·
Portugal, 16:50, 27 October 2026
- La 'OTAN musulmana' intenta que Irán libre a Arabia Saudí de la guerra con EE.UU.ABC ·
Spain, 16:36, 27 October 2026
- US military prepares for 'doomsday' scenario as Pentagon unveils 90-day survival planGeo News ·
Pakistan, 16:30, 27 October 2026
- Oleshky truce appears to hold as two European leaders have ‘frank’ call with PutinThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 16:15, 27 October 2026
- Papa Leão XIV rejeita guerras religiosas e diz que só a paz é sagradaGazeta do Povo ·
Brazil, 16:10, 27 October 2026
- Ceasefire begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town as strikes on Kyiv continueCBS News ·
United States, 16:05, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Russia and Ukraine began a localised ceasefire in the city of Oleshky, while deadly strikes continue elsewhere, according to CBC News. Al Jazeera reports that Russia struck Kyiv ahead of the localised ceasefire in Oleshky. CBS News reports that the ceasefire began in a Russian-occupied Ukrainian town, while strikes on Kyiv continue. The Kyiv Independent reports that the Oleshky ceasefire is in its 30th hour and that Russian strikes killed 2 people and injured 17 elsewhere in Ukraine over the past day.
- Trégua humanitária em Oleshky prolonga-se até domingoObservador ·
Portugal, 15:50, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to El Universal, Russia and Ukraine began a ceasefire in Oleshky for a humanitarian mission, negotiated by Melania Trump. Observador reports that the humanitarian truce in Oleshky has been extended until Sunday. Diário de Notícias says Melania Trump announced the extension of the ceasefire to ensure safe passage for humanitarian aid. La Tercera describes the humanitarian crisis in Oleshky as deepening along the front line, with the risk of landmines.
- Jordânia diz ter matado 20 membros do Estado Islâmico na Síria em resposta a ataque contra igrejaFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 15:50, 27 October 2026
- Il messaggio del Papa all’incontro di Assisi: “Non c’è nessuna guerra santa: solo la pace è santa”la Repubblica ·
Italy, 15:35, 27 October 2026
- Ukrainians fled west for safety. Now Russian drones are following themThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 15:30, 27 October 2026
- Los Mossos recurren al Centro de Inteligencia contra el Terrorismo y el Crimen Organizado para cerrar los canales de Telegram de BlocusEl País ·
Spain, 15:30, 27 October 2026
- Israeli military detains Egyptian national who crossed borderAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 15:25, 27 October 2026
- Israeli and US elections could hasten the end of Iran warTehran Times (state media) ·
Iran, 15:10, 27 October 2026
- Qatar, Iran discuss war and Hormuz in Moscow meeting as another ship struck in StraitThe Times of Israel ·
Israel, 15:05, 27 October 2026
- Houthis claim to have hit Saudi Ras Tanura oil refinery, defense ministry with ballistic missilesil-jpost ·
Israel, 15:00, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Houthis say they hit the Ras Tanura oil refinery in Saudi Arabia with ballistic missiles. The Jerusalem Post attributes the claim to the Houthis and mentions the defense ministry; Rappler and The Citizen only say the refinery was hit by a missile.
- Degelo revela munições da Primeira Guerra Mundial nas DolomitasDiário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 15:00, 27 October 2026
- Sudan’s war steals children’s future with school closures and displacementAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 14:55, 27 October 2026
- Con una participación récord, los israelíes deciden en las urnas si destituyen a Benjamin Netanyahu luego de tres años de guerraClarín ·
Argentina, 14:55, 27 October 2026
- Israel's election outcomes not likely to change Iran or Gaza wars, former ambassador saysCBS News ·
United States, 14:55, 27 October 2026
- Israel keeps committing genocide in Gaza after truce, UN inquiry saysSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 14:50, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Mail & Guardian reports that a UN inquiry finds Israel continued the genocide in Gaza after the ceasefire. The South China Morning Post, Dawn and Tehran Times all attribute to the UN inquiry the finding that Israel kept up the genocide in Gaza after the October 2025 truce. Tehran Times adds that the inquiry also confirms torture and rape in the West Bank.
- UN inquiry says Israel kept committing genocide in Gaza after Oct 2025 truceDawn ·
Pakistan, 14:47, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Mail & Guardian reports that a UN inquiry finds Israel continued the genocide in Gaza after the ceasefire. The South China Morning Post, Dawn and Tehran Times all attribute to the UN inquiry the finding that Israel kept up the genocide in Gaza after the October 2025 truce. Tehran Times adds that the inquiry also confirms torture and rape in the West Bank.
- Putin acusa a la Unión Europea y la OTAN de prolongar la guerra en UcraniaEl Comercio ·
Peru, 14:47, 27 October 2026
- Netanyahu denuncia intentos de robo en primeras elecciones en Israel desde ataques de HamásEl Comercio ·
Peru, 14:36, 27 October 2026
- La tregua en la asediada ciudad ucrania de Oleshki entra en vigorEl País ·
Spain, 14:30, 27 October 2026
- Lebanon’s lost olive season: harvesting olives under drones and warplanesAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 14:25, 27 October 2026
- Hundreds of troops sent to deal with anti-immigration protestsSky News ·
United Kingdom, 14:20, 27 October 2026
- In Gaza, no privacy, no peace: this is what our lives look like a year after the ‘ceasefire’ | Akram al-SouraniThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 14:15, 27 October 2026
- Rusia y Ucrania comienzan alto al fuego en Oleshky para misión humanitaria; tregua fue negociada por Melania TrumpEl Universal ·
Mexico, 14:10, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to El Universal, Russia and Ukraine began a ceasefire in Oleshky for a humanitarian mission, negotiated by Melania Trump. Observador reports that the humanitarian truce in Oleshky has been extended until Sunday. Diário de Notícias says Melania Trump announced the extension of the ceasefire to ensure safe passage for humanitarian aid. La Tercera describes the humanitarian crisis in Oleshky as deepening along the front line, with the risk of landmines.
- Oleshky. Dias de trégua para cidade obrigada a comer relva para sobreviverRTP ·
Portugal, 14:07, 27 October 2026
- Jordania cifra en más de 20 los “miembros de Estado Islámico” muertos en sus ataques en el sur de SiriaEl Comercio ·
Peru, 14:04, 27 October 2026
- Netanyahu denuncia intentos de "robo" de primeras elecciones tras ataques de Hamas; prepara el terreno para impugnar resultados, acusa rivalEl Universal ·
Mexico, 13:51, 27 October 2026
- Russia strikes Kyiv ahead of localised ceasefire in OleshkyAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 13:45, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Russia and Ukraine began a localised ceasefire in the city of Oleshky, while deadly strikes continue elsewhere, according to CBC News. Al Jazeera reports that Russia struck Kyiv ahead of the localised ceasefire in Oleshky. CBS News reports that the ceasefire began in a Russian-occupied Ukrainian town, while strikes on Kyiv continue. The Kyiv Independent reports that the Oleshky ceasefire is in its 30th hour and that Russian strikes killed 2 people and injured 17 elsewhere in Ukraine over the past day.
- Melania or the Pope: Who brokered Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky?Al Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 13:45, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A one-city ceasefire in Oleshky between Russia and Ukraine took effect, according to The New York Times and Egypt Independent. ABC News and Fox News report that fighting has paused or is holding in the city under the deal. The headlines credit Melania Trump with brokering the deal; Al Jazeera asks whether it was her or the Pope, without giving an answer.
- Se elevan a seis los heridos tras ataque terrorista en Cúcuta, dos son policías, confirma el secretario de Seguridad de Norte de SantanderEl Tiempo ·
Colombia, 13:45, 27 October 2026
- UK Ministry of Defence says Warsaw plan sets out missile and ammunition cooperation with Polanddefence-industry-eu · European Union, 13:45, 27 October 2026
- Putin asegura que Rusia fue víctima de “ataques terroristas” con el sabotaje al gasoducto Nord StreamLa Tercera ·
Chile, 13:40, 27 October 2026
- Ukrainian postal service forms private air defense force, shoots down Russian dronesThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 13:30, 27 October 2026
- Zelensky accuses West of intentionally postponing Patriot, NASAMS missile deliveriesTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 13:30, 27 October 2026
- Las elecciones de Israel comienzan con el dato más alto de participación desde la guerra del Yom Kipur en 1973ABC ·
Spain, 13:30, 27 October 2026
- Harare teenager convicted for recruiting locals into Russian armyNewsDay ·
Zimbabwe, 13:25, 27 October 2026
- Atención: atentado en la frontera contra la Policía deja cuatro civiles y tres uniformados heridosEl Tiempo ·
Colombia, 13:25, 27 October 2026
- Middle East latest: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles fired at RiyadhThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 13:25, 27 October 2026
- Trump's oil and gas stocks gained millions in value amid Iran war, according to Democrats' reportCBS News ·
United States, 13:25, 27 October 2026
- Comienza tregua humanitaria en ciudad ucraniana de Oleshky ocupada por RusiaEl Comercio ·
Peru, 13:15, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A humanitarian truce has begun in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, occupied by Russia, according to Metrópoles and Clarín. RTP describes the same truce, emphasising that residents of the city were forced to eat grass to survive.
- Putin acusa a la UE y la OTAN de prolongar la guerra en UcraniaClarín ·
Argentina, 13:15, 27 October 2026
- Chile sufre tornados, inundaciones y lluvias extremas: Kast advierte que el clima “no da tregua”El Comercio ·
Peru, 13:10, 27 October 2026
- Kiev, 'la tregua a Oleshky durerà fino alle 23 di domenica'ANSA ·
Italy, 13:10, 27 October 2026
- Gadi Eisenkot, el oponente de Netanyahu en las elecciones de Israel: xxjefe del Ejército y con un hijo caído en GazaABC ·
Spain, 13:05, 27 October 2026
- Houthis claim ballistic missile attack on oil refinery in eastern Saudi ArabiaTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 13:00, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Dhaka Tribune and The Hindu report blasts shaking Riyadh, but the headlines do not confirm where those blasts came from. Rappler describes the refinery hit as Saudi Arabia's largest, per the Houthis, and MyJoyOnline reports oil prices rose after the attack.
- Pentagon urges Congress to put Department of War name into law after Trump’s executive orderdefence-industry-eu · European Union, 13:00, 27 October 2026
- Oleshky. Trégua para cidade ucraniana obrigada a comer relva para sobreviverRTP ·
Portugal, 13:00, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A humanitarian truce has begun in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, occupied by Russia, according to Metrópoles and Clarín. RTP describes the same truce, emphasising that residents of the city were forced to eat grass to survive.
- Atentado con explosivo en Cúcuta, cerca de la frontera entre Colombia y Venezuela; hay tres heridosSemana ·
Colombia, 12:50, 27 October 2026
- Ceasefire negotiated by Melania Trump holds in Russia-occupied Ukrainian cityFox News ·
United States, 12:45, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A one-city ceasefire in Oleshky between Russia and Ukraine took effect, according to The New York Times and Egypt Independent. ABC News and Fox News report that fighting has paused or is holding in the city under the deal. The headlines credit Melania Trump with brokering the deal; Al Jazeera asks whether it was her or the Pope, without giving an answer.
- Putin calls Nord Stream bombing full-blown terrorismTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 12:41, 27 October 2026
- Houthis: Egypt’s decision to give military support to Saudi Arabia is declaration of warThe Times of Israel ·
Israel, 12:37, 27 October 2026
- Inside Tehran talks: Iranians link Houthi de-escalation to US approval of regional truceThe National (state media) ·
United Arab Emirates, 12:37, 27 October 2026
- Hasan Piker lashes out at Republicans, calls them 'terrorists' in event with Ilhan OmarFox News ·
United States, 12:25, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Fox News says Hasan Piker called Republicans "terrorists" at an event with Ilhan Omar. CBS News reports that Ilhan Omar campaigned with Hasan Piker, in a story that also covers Trump on the defensive in red states.
- Norway, Finland leaders hold ‘frank’ talk with Putin on ending Ukraine warSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 12:15, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The leaders of Norway and Finland spoke with Putin about ending the war in Ukraine, a conversation several headlines describe as frank and substantive. The BBC and Al Jazeera describe the contact as rare. Headlines from Ukraine and the UAE frame the call as coming ahead of peace talks. The Kyiv Independent reports that Zelensky backs these talks and says Trump has already ended Russia's isolation.
- Vizinhos da Noruega e Finlândia falaram com Putin sobre guerra na UcrâniaDiário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 12:15, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The leaders of Norway and Finland spoke with Putin about ending the war in Ukraine, a conversation several headlines describe as frank and substantive. The BBC and Al Jazeera describe the contact as rare. Headlines from Ukraine and the UAE frame the call as coming ahead of peace talks. The Kyiv Independent reports that Zelensky backs these talks and says Trump has already ended Russia's isolation.
- Reservas de gás na UE caem para 75% com a guerra no Médio Oriente, mas Portugal resiste nos 95%Diário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 12:00, 27 October 2026
- Iran’s conditions for ending war must be met — supreme leaderTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 11:50, 27 October 2026
- BRICS parliamentarians call for peaceful resolution of Israeli-Palestinian conflictTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 11:50, 27 October 2026
- 302,000 Russian soldiers killed or wounded by Ukrainian drones since January, Defense Ministry saysThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 11:35, 27 October 2026
- Los líderes de Finlandia y Noruega llaman a Putin para buscar una salida a la guerra en UcraniaEl País ·
Spain, 11:35, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Finland and Norway's leaders phoned Vladimir Putin, according to several headlines, ahead of possible peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Expresso reports that the two leaders carried a message from Zelensky to Putin, and that Putin refuses an immediate meeting with the Ukrainian leader. The BBC describes the call as rare, while the South China Morning Post and Dhaka Tribune say the talk was 'frank' or 'frank and substantive'.
- Amadeu Guerra rejeita ter desafiado Parlamento a alterar lei das manifestaçõesRTP ·
Portugal, 11:35, 27 October 2026
- Israel vota en unas elecciones decisivas para el futuro de Netanyahu tras tres años de guerrasEl Comercio ·
Peru, 11:25, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Israel is heading to the polls in an election described as decisive for Netanyahu's future, according to El Comercio, La Nación and El País. La Tercera describes the outcome as uncertain, without pointing to a predicted result. El Comercio links the vote to three years of war, while El País places it in the wider context of the Middle East.
- I legali di Siher, 'nessuna istigazione né terrorismo, torni libero'ANSA ·
Italy, 10:45, 27 October 2026
- Two men charged with U.K. national security offences over incident at U.S.-run military base in EnglandThe Hindu ·
India, 10:42, 27 October 2026
- Russia, Ukraine begin ceasefire in city of Oleshky as deadly strikes continue elsewhereCBC News ·
Canada, 10:36, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Russia and Ukraine began a localised ceasefire in the city of Oleshky, while deadly strikes continue elsewhere, according to CBC News. Al Jazeera reports that Russia struck Kyiv ahead of the localised ceasefire in Oleshky. CBS News reports that the ceasefire began in a Russian-occupied Ukrainian town, while strikes on Kyiv continue. The Kyiv Independent reports that the Oleshky ceasefire is in its 30th hour and that Russian strikes killed 2 people and injured 17 elsewhere in Ukraine over the past day.
- Sudan Drone Strikes Kill 21, Cause Mass Outages In EastChannels TV ·
Nigeria, 10:31, 27 October 2026
- BRICS parliaments call for adoption of international terrorism conventionTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 10:26, 27 October 2026
- Los líderes de Noruega y Finlandia hablan directamente con Putin para buscar el fin de la guerra en UcraniaABC ·
Spain, 10:26, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Finland and Norway's leaders phoned Vladimir Putin, according to several headlines, ahead of possible peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Expresso reports that the two leaders carried a message from Zelensky to Putin, and that Putin refuses an immediate meeting with the Ukrainian leader. The BBC describes the call as rare, while the South China Morning Post and Dhaka Tribune say the talk was 'frank' or 'frank and substantive'.
- Guerra in Ucraina: colloquio telefonico tra leader di Norvegia, Finlandia e Putin. Al via la tregua a OleshkyIl Fatto Quotidiano ·
Italy, 10:20, 27 October 2026
- El Reino Unido acusa a dos hombres de ayudar a Irán por el intento de atentado en la base de FairfordABC ·
Spain, 10:16, 27 October 2026
- Russian attacks across Ukraine kill four, injure 55 over past day, as Kyiv comes under ballistic missile assaultThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 10:12, 27 October 2026
- Thousands displaced as Israeli army continues offensive in West Bank's HebronThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 10:01, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The UN has raised concerns that an Israeli operation in Hebron, in the West Bank, may amount to ethnic cleansing. CGTN reports that the operation has displaced more than 2,600 people. The Express Tribune describes thousands displaced as the Israeli army continues its offensive.
- Russia strikes military-industrial enterprises, transport infrastructure in Kiev overnightTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 09:47, 27 October 2026
- Sudan drone strikes kill 21, cause mass outages in east amid ongoing violenceThe Hindu ·
India, 09:36, 27 October 2026
- Kyiv's Kyoto Park hit in Russian missile attack, 1 killedMainichi ·
Japan, 09:30, 27 October 2026
- Houthi, 'supporto egiziano a sauditi è una dichiarazione di guerra'ANSA ·
Italy, 09:30, 27 October 2026
- Naza narra lo aberrante y la deshumanización de la guerraClarín ·
Argentina, 09:30, 27 October 2026
- Tropas de Estados Unidos llegan hoy a Colombia para “entrenar”mx-lajornada ·
Mexico, 09:21, 27 October 2026
- Ataque de drones en Rusia alcanza a César Montes y al Lokomotivmx-lajornada ·
Mexico, 09:21, 27 October 2026
- Guterres, in Sudan la guerra è contro i civiliANSA ·
Italy, 09:21, 27 October 2026
- Sudan drone strikes kill 21, cause mass outages in eastDawn ·
Pakistan, 09:11, 27 October 2026
- Ucrânia: Kiev e Moscovo confirmaram o cessar-fogo na cidade de OlechkyDiário de Notícias ·
Portugal, 09:10, 27 October 2026
- Japan eyes using Indian test ranges for powerful missiles and small attack dronesThe Japan Times ·
Japan, 09:07, 27 October 2026
- US Secretary of War in trouble. Big shake-up at the Pentagon?defence24 ·
Poland, 09:06, 27 October 2026
- Melania Trump-brokered one-city ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine takes effectEgypt Independent ·
Egypt, 09:01, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A one-city ceasefire in Oleshky between Russia and Ukraine took effect, according to The New York Times and Egypt Independent. ABC News and Fox News report that fighting has paused or is holding in the city under the deal. The headlines credit Melania Trump with brokering the deal; Al Jazeera asks whether it was her or the Pope, without giving an answer.
- Russia launches 280 drones at Ukraine as local ceasefire begins in Oleshky – Europe liveThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 09:01, 27 October 2026
- Drone strike kills at least 21 and injures 40 in Sudan’s NyalaAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 08:42, 27 October 2026
- Israele, storia di guerra e pace: perché il voto di oggi può segnare un biviola Repubblica ·
Italy, 08:37, 27 October 2026
- Kiev e Moscovo confirmaram o cessar-fogo na cidade de OlechkyRTP ·
Portugal, 08:30, 27 October 2026
- NATO testing drones in combat operations in Ukraine against Russia — commanderTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 08:07, 27 October 2026
- Ponte principal de Kiev fechada devido a danos provocados por ataque russoExpresso ·
Portugal, 08:06, 27 October 2026
- Guerra Ucraina - Russia, le news di oggi. Scatta la tregua a Oleshky. Droni russi danneggiano ponte a Kievla Repubblica ·
Italy, 08:03, 27 October 2026
- Ponte principal de Kiev encerrada após ataque russoRTP ·
Portugal, 07:54, 27 October 2026
- Mais de 50 mortos em ataque em uma aldeia na NigériaO País ·
Mozambique, 07:51, 27 October 2026
- General Staff: Russia has lost 1,581,840 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022The Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 07:41, 27 October 2026
- Egypt parliament approves authorizing president to send troops to Saudi ArabiaEgypt Independent ·
Egypt, 07:41, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Egypt's parliament has authorised President El Sisi to send troops to defend Saudi Arabia, according to The National, Al Jazeera, TASS and Egypt Independent. TASS describes the approval as military aid, while The National and Egypt Independent refer to sending troops.
- Ponte principal de Kiev encerrada após ataque russoJornal de Notícias ·
Portugal, 07:41, 27 October 2026
- Israeli military says it detained Egyptian who crossed into its territoryThe Hindu ·
India, 07:26, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Egyptian parliament has authorised military aid for Saudi Arabia, according to Al Jazeera, and TASS reports the same, citing television. The Israeli military says it detained an Egyptian who crossed into its territory, a report carried by The Hindu; this headline is not about the military aid.
- Al menos 21 muertos y 40 heridos en un ataque con drones contra el mercado de Nyala en SudánEl Mundo ·
Spain, 07:16, 27 October 2026
- Russia’s Battlegroup North artillery eliminates over 60 Ukrainian troops, 13 vehiclesTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 07:11, 27 October 2026
- UN inquiry finds Israel continued genocide in Gaza after ceasefireMail & Guardian ·
South Africa, 07:05, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The Mail & Guardian reports that a UN inquiry finds Israel continued the genocide in Gaza after the ceasefire. The South China Morning Post, Dawn and Tehran Times all attribute to the UN inquiry the finding that Israel kept up the genocide in Gaza after the October 2025 truce. Tehran Times adds that the inquiry also confirms torture and rape in the West Bank.
- Saudi-led coalition says it downed Houthi missiles and dronesAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 06:56, 27 October 2026
- Mísseis russos atingiram universidade, hospitais e uma ponteObservador ·
Portugal, 06:56, 27 October 2026
- Começa trégua humanitária em Oleshky, cidade ucraniana ocupada pela RússiaMetrópoles ·
Brazil, 06:50, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A humanitarian truce has begun in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, occupied by Russia, according to Metrópoles and Clarín. RTP describes the same truce, emphasising that residents of the city were forced to eat grass to survive.
- Troops kill eight suspected terrorists, rescue three abductees in three states – MilitaryPremium Times ·
Nigeria, 06:38, 27 October 2026
- Gaza ceasefire hasn't stopped Israel committing genocide, UN inquiry findsABC News ·
Australia, 06:38, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to the UN inquiry, Israel continued committing genocide in Gaza after the ceasefire, as reported by ABC News, Mail & Guardian, South China Morning Post and Dawn. Tehran Times adds that the report also confirms torture and rape in the West Bank, while The Wire focuses on US and Israeli criticism of the report.
- Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi missiles, drones attacking kingdomThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 06:21, 27 October 2026
- La guerra en Irán divide al motor y pone en riesgo el final de añoABC ·
Spain, 06:21, 27 October 2026
- Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian townSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 06:16, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A one-city ceasefire, described in the headlines as brokered by Melania Trump, took effect in the Ukrainian town of Oleshky, which is occupied by Russia. Al Jazeera asks who brokered the deal, Melania Trump or the Pope.
- Comienza tregua humanitaria en ciudad ucraniana de Oleshky ocupada por RusiaClarín ·
Argentina, 06:16, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A humanitarian truce has begun in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, occupied by Russia, according to Metrópoles and Clarín. RTP describes the same truce, emphasising that residents of the city were forced to eat grass to survive.
- Russia's assault on Ukraine's energy grid is a war crime, UN saysThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 06:07, 27 October 2026
- Tehran quadrilateral meeting reflects Iran’s resistance, military prowess: Security officialIRNA (state media) ·
Iran, 05:47, 27 October 2026
- Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern UkraineNPR ·
United States, 05:31, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump took effect in the city of Oleshky, in southern Ukraine, according to NPR, The New York Times and Egypt Independent. The South China Morning Post and Fox News describe the city as occupied by Russia. Al Jazeera asks whether the ceasefire was brokered by Melania Trump or by the Pope, without giving an answer.
- ‘La violinista’: la película española que ganó en Annecy es un canto al amor y a la música en tiempos de guerraEl País ·
Spain, 05:06, 27 October 2026
- Algeria to send troops to Niger in first foreign deployment since 1973Capital FM ·
Kenya, 05:01, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Algeria will send troops to Niger in its first foreign military deployment since 1973, according to headlines from MyJoyOnline and Capital FM. Al Jazeera asks what lies behind the move, but its headline offers no explanation.
- Whither terrorismDawn ·
Pakistan, 04:45, 27 October 2026
- U.S.-brokered truce begins in Ukraine city occupied by RussiaThe Hindu ·
India, 04:17, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A one-city ceasefire, brokered by the United States, took effect in Oleshky, a Ukrainian town occupied by Russia, according to several outlets. Headlines credit Melania Trump with the mediation, while Al Jazeera asks whether it was her or the Pope, without confirming either. CBS News reports that strikes on Kyiv continued during the same period.
- Trump describes summer ceasefire with Iran as ‘waste of time’TASS (state media) ·
Russia, 04:05, 27 October 2026
- Russia, Ukraine begin localized ceasefire to allow for humanitarian operation in Oleshkyil-jpost ·
Israel, 04:05, 27 October 2026
- “Clima extremo que no da tregua”: Kast aborda emergencias en Las Condes y Requínoa y releva despliegue de equipos del gobiernoLa Tercera ·
Chile, 04:05, 27 October 2026
- New report tracks how Russia helps China build better dronesThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 03:56, 27 October 2026
- Russian troops evacuate 87 civilians from Kupyansk-Uzlovoy — diplomatTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 03:46, 27 October 2026
- Local ceasefire in besieged Oleshky begins, Ukrainian, Russian officials sayThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 03:10, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A local ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky has taken effect, which The Kyiv Independent says was confirmed by Ukrainian and Russian officials. BBC News and NPR attribute the mediation of the ceasefire to Melania Trump, while Al Jazeera asks whether it was Melania or the Pope who brokered it. The New York Times and Fox News also attribute the ceasefire to Melania Trump, and Fox News says it is holding. CBS News reports that the ceasefire began while strikes on Kyiv continue.
- Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania TrumpBBC News ·
United Kingdom, 03:10, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
A local ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky has taken effect, which The Kyiv Independent says was confirmed by Ukrainian and Russian officials. BBC News and NPR attribute the mediation of the ceasefire to Melania Trump, while Al Jazeera asks whether it was Melania or the Pope who brokered it. The New York Times and Fox News also attribute the ceasefire to Melania Trump, and Fox News says it is holding. CBS News reports that the ceasefire began while strikes on Kyiv continue.
- Goffredo Bettini: “Sostegno a Kiev, ma no alla guerra infinita. Primarie non siano a due”la Repubblica ·
Italy, 03:06, 27 October 2026
- US bans vehicles from China’s BYD at Japan military base, calling them ‘unacceptable’ riskThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 03:01, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
US military forces have banned BYD, the Chinese-made cars, from a key air base in Okinawa, Japan. According to The Guardian, the measure treats these vehicles as an unacceptable risk. Mainichi reports the ban is motivated by security concerns.
- Russia halts strikes on Ukraine’s Kherson as Oleshky ceasefire takes effectAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 02:46, 27 October 2026
- Jordan says 'terrorists' killed in Syria in retaliatory strike over church attackBBC News ·
United Kingdom, 02:46, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Jordan carried out airstrikes in southern Syria after an attack on a church, and links the attackers to 'terrorist groups'. Haaretz and TASS report five deaths in the strikes; TASS attributes them to civilians, according to officials. BBC News says Jordan claims it killed 'terrorists' in Syria, while TASS describes the victims as civilians; the headlines do not allow independent confirmation of who died.
- Livro acusa Netanyahu de ignorar alertas sobre ataque do Hamas e adiar resgate de reféns por cálculo políticoFolha de S.Paulo ·
Brazil, 02:10, 27 October 2026
- Israel Election 2026 LIVE Updates: Netanyahu and far-right coalition face first vote since October 7 and Gaza invasionThe Indian Express ·
India, 01:55, 27 October 2026
- Ukraine war briefing: Russia strikes Kyiv hours before truce begins in war-ravaged city OleshkyThe Guardian ·
United Kingdom, 01:45, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to The Guardian, Russia struck Kyiv hours before a truce began in the war-ravaged Ukrainian city of Oleshky. BBC News reports that the truce began in the city, as announced by Melania Trump. The Hindu describes the U.S.-brokered truce as beginning in a Ukrainian city occupied by Russia.
- Arabie saoudite : la coalition dit avoir abattu trois missiles lancés par les houthistes vers l’est du paysLe Figaro ·
France, 01:41, 27 October 2026
- Russian forces introduce ceasefire in Kherson directionTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 01:26, 27 October 2026
- Russia annuncia, 'al via la tregua umanitaria a Oleshky'ANSA ·
Italy, 01:22, 27 October 2026
- Syria closes border crossing with Jordan after airstrikesTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 01:06, 27 October 2026
- After months of threats by Trump, resumption of Iran war now seems inevitableThe Times of Israel ·
Israel, 00:51, 27 October 2026
- Guerra entre Moncloa y el delegado en Madrid por su «espantada» a un mes del 29NABC ·
Spain, 00:41, 27 October 2026
- Jordanian airstrikes kill five civilians in southern Syria, officials sayTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 00:11, 27 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Jordan carried out airstrikes in southern Syria after an attack on a church, and links the attackers to 'terrorist groups'. Haaretz and TASS report five deaths in the strikes; TASS attributes them to civilians, according to officials. BBC News says Jordan claims it killed 'terrorists' in Syria, while TASS describes the victims as civilians; the headlines do not allow independent confirmation of who died.
- Iran war live: Iran says US ‘not serious’ about talks; ship ablaze off IraqAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 00:11, 27 October 2026
- Ataque russo com mísseis faz um morto e vários feridos em KievJornal de Notícias ·
Portugal, 00:11, 27 October 2026
- Troops arrest suspected fake soldier for phone snatching in PlateauPunch ·
Nigeria, 00:01, 27 October 2026
- Asesinan a Miguel Castellanos, exsecretario de Gobierno y precandidato a la alcaldía de Cúcuta, en atentado sicarial en una estación de servicioEl Tiempo ·
Colombia, 23:56, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Miguel Castellanos, former government secretary and pre-candidate for mayor of Cúcuta, was killed in a hitman attack at a petrol station, according to El Tiempo. Semana published a profile of Miguel Castellanos, the pre-candidate for mayor of Cúcuta who was killed. La Silla Vacía reports a reward of 100 million pesos for information on the killing of the former Cúcuta secretary.
- US-Iran War Live Updates: Iran security chief says ‘very good discussions’ held with Mecca pact countriesThe Indian Express ·
India, 23:26, 26 October 2026
- Troops kill eight terrorists, rescue three victims in N’West operationsPunch ·
Nigeria, 23:11, 26 October 2026
- Netanyahu faces Israeli voters in first election since Oct. 7 and Gaza warPBS NewsHour ·
United States, 23:00, 26 October 2026
- Report: Zamir the only security chief to oppose pre-election military action against IranThe Times of Israel ·
Israel, 22:56, 26 October 2026
- Ukrainian army carries out five attacks on residential areas in DPR in past dayTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 22:36, 26 October 2026
- Netanyahu touts Trump endorsement on eve of vote, suggests they may restart war on IranSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 22:31, 26 October 2026
- Algeria to send troops to Niger in first foreign deployment since 1973MyJoyOnline ·
Ghana, 22:31, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Algeria will send troops to Niger in its first foreign military deployment since 1973, according to headlines from MyJoyOnline and Capital FM. Al Jazeera asks what lies behind the move, but its headline offers no explanation.
- Soldiers kill eight terrorists, rescue three kidnap victims in NorthwestPunch ·
Nigeria, 22:20, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to Nigerian outlets, troops killed eight terrorists and rescued kidnap victims in the northwest. Premium Times reports only that the army rescued two kidnap victims, with no mention of deaths. The headlines differ on the number of victims freed, which is given as two by one outlet and three by another, while two of them report eight terrorists killed.
- Troops Kill 16 Suspected ISWAP Terrorists In Lake Chad BasinChannels TV ·
Nigeria, 22:20, 26 October 2026
- The U.S. put surveillance drones in the Great Lakes, and this border town mayor isn't happyCBC News ·
Canada, 22:20, 26 October 2026
- China Defends Border Patrols After Reports of Face-offs With Indian Troops in ArunachalThe Wire ·
India, 22:16, 26 October 2026
- Not even sky high gas prices or the Iran war will stop Trump supporters voting MAGAFox News ·
United States, 22:05, 26 October 2026
- Israeli army reports strikes across Gaza StripTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 22:02, 26 October 2026
- Africa food security under threat due to Iran war, trade officials warnAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 21:56, 26 October 2026
- Israel vota bajo la sombra de las guerras y pone a prueba el liderazgo y el futuro judicial del premier NetanyahuClarín ·
Argentina, 21:56, 26 October 2026
- EEUU envía 350 soldados a Colombia para ejercicios militares conjuntosClarín ·
Argentina, 21:56, 26 October 2026
- Troops Kills 16 Suspected ISWAP Terrorists In Lake Chad BasinChannels TV ·
Nigeria, 21:50, 26 October 2026
- Ceasefire in Kherson direction set to take effect at 4:00 a.m. Moscow timeTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 21:26, 26 October 2026
- Troops Kill Eight Terrorists, Rescue Kidnap Victims In Katsina, Kaduna, ZamfaraChannels TV ·
Nigeria, 21:26, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
According to Nigerian outlets, troops killed eight terrorists and rescued kidnap victims in the northwest. Premium Times reports only that the army rescued two kidnap victims, with no mention of deaths. The headlines differ on the number of victims freed, which is given as two by one outlet and three by another, while two of them report eight terrorists killed.
- Riyadh urges Iran crisis parties to negotiate, warns against renewed military escalationGeo News ·
Pakistan, 21:16, 26 October 2026
- Palestinian children crawl under Israeli military gates to get to schoolAl Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 21:07, 26 October 2026
- Club de César Montes se encontraba en tren atacado por drones ucranianos; esto es lo que se sabeEl Universal ·
Mexico, 21:01, 26 October 2026
- Voters, remember: Solving the Palestinian conflict will save Israel's futureHaaretz ·
Israel, 20:51, 26 October 2026
- Jordania bombardea posiciones en Siria en represalia por el ataque contra una iglesiaEl País ·
Spain, 20:51, 26 October 2026
- U.S. Air Force says AGM-183A ARRW standoff hypersonic missile moves into productiondefence-industry-eu · European Union, 20:31, 26 October 2026
- Paramedics caught under fire as Russian ballistic missiles slam KyivThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 20:21, 26 October 2026
- Khawaja Asif hints at 'progress' in Makkah alliance’s talks with Iran on Saudi-Houthi conflictThe Express Tribune ·
Pakistan, 20:21, 26 October 2026
- Jordan strikes southern Syria after linking church attackers to 'terrorist groups'il-jpost ·
Israel, 20:15, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
Jordan carried out airstrikes in southern Syria after an attack on a church, and links the attackers to 'terrorist groups'. Haaretz and TASS report five deaths in the strikes; TASS attributes them to civilians, according to officials. BBC News says Jordan claims it killed 'terrorists' in Syria, while TASS describes the victims as civilians; the headlines do not allow independent confirmation of who died.
- Military strikes ISWAP enclaves in Lake Chad, kills 16 terroristsPunch ·
Nigeria, 20:11, 26 October 2026
- UN commission says Israel has continued to commit genocide in Gaza since truceCBC News ·
Canada, 20:06, 26 October 2026
Veramundi summary
The UN commission of inquiry says Israel has continued committing genocide in Gaza after the ceasefire, according to CBC News, Sky News and ABC News. Mail & Guardian and South China Morning Post report the same finding, that the genocide continued after the truce. Dawn places the truce in October 2025, while Tehran Times adds that the report also covers torture and rape in the West Bank. The Wire reports US and Israeli criticism of the report, which Muralidhar defends.
- Mecca pact countries in Iran in bid to stop war restartingSouth China Morning Post ·
Hong Kong, 19:51, 26 October 2026
- Nearly 40 Ukrainian drones taken down over Russian regions during dayTASS (state media) ·
Russia, 19:36, 26 October 2026
- Hezbollah is readying to renew war with Israel with funds from Iran, Lebanese sources sayHaaretz ·
Israel, 19:36, 26 October 2026
- Trump, en sus propias palabras, sobre gasolina y energía desde que inició la guerra con IránClarín ·
Argentina, 19:36, 26 October 2026
- IDF kills four Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza strikes during weekend operationsil-jpost ·
Israel, 19:21, 26 October 2026
- Ukraine war latest: Ukrainian forces carry out 2 aerial evacuations of wounded soldiers, video showsThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 19:11, 26 October 2026
- Israeli military breaks silence on purported feud with NetanyahuABC News ·
Australia, 19:11, 26 October 2026
- Ukrainian forces evacuate 2 severely wounded soldiers from battlefield using drone, video showsThe Kyiv Independent ·
Ukraine, 18:46, 26 October 2026
- Could the midterms change America’s military support for Israel?Al Jazeera (state media) ·
Qatar, 18:27, 26 October 2026
- Forget war with Iran, is Netanyahu going to try to pull a January 6 after Israel's election?Haaretz ·
Israel, 18:27, 26 October 2026
- NSW Liberals abandon YIMBY truce as housing goes on the ballotThe Sydney Morning Herald ·
Australia, 18:01, 26 October 2026