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epa13237271 US President Donald Trump watches play from the 18th hole during the Irish Open at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg, Ireland, 13 September 2026. Trump is on a two-day visit to Ireland, which includes attending the Irish Open at his golf course in Doonbeg. EPA/NEIL HALL

United States

Trump blocks new sanctions against Russia. Moscow rejoices.

The president halts Congress's export crackdown. The move is intended to try to reduce diesel prices ahead of the midterm elections.

epa13309276 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addresses a press conference on the second day of a two-day European Council summit in Brussels, Belgium, 16 October 2026. European Union (EU) heads of state and government are meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky as they focus on continued support for Ukraine, European defence and security, Russia-linked hybrid threats, migration, and the situation in the Middle East. EPA/OLIVIER MATTHYS

Ukraine

Zelensky in Brussels: "If we fall, 20 million refugees will be displaced in Europe." Trump dismisses him: "Better to deal with Putin."

Kiev is short of Patriots, "but Europe has the necessary amount to get us through the winter." Von der Leyen offers "full support," with the EU ready to allocate an additional €70 billion in aid.

the interview

The Pope speaks to Vladimir Putin: "Immediate humanitarian truce in the city of Oleshky, the situation is grave."

Second telephone conversation between Leo XIV and the Russian president, Francis had never managed to speak to him since the beginning of the war in Ukraine

epa12476816 SpainÂ?s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (L) speaks with ItalyÂ?s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a EU Summit working dinner at the European Council building in Brussels, Belgium, 23 October 2025. EU leaders discussed the situation in Ukraine, European defense, developments in the Middle East, competitiveness, housing and migration. EPA/Francois Walschaerts / POOL

the arm wrestling

Schengen halt: 7-day mini-extension. Meloni and Sanchez then reach agreement to lift restrictions.

The Prime Minister and the Spanish Prime Minister discussed the issue on the sidelines of the European Council. The situation is moving toward a détente.

epaselect epa13306017 Harry (R) and Meghan (L), the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, arrive at the Community Recording Studio in Nottingham, Britain, 15 October 2026. The couple are visiting a number of charities and businesses in the East Midlands city. EPA/NEIL HALL

United Kingdom

First public engagement after returning to Great Britain: Harry and Meghan draw crowds

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex received a de facto royal welcome, despite no longer being working members of the Windsors

This photograph taken and released by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) on October 15, 2026 shows rescue workers and residents during a search operation after a roof collapsed at a school in Peshawar. Sixteen pupils and a teacher were killed on October 15 after a roof collapsed at a school in the northwest Pakistani city of Peshawar, emergency services said. (Photo by Handout / Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT "AFP PHOTO /Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Emergency Service (Rescue 1122)/ HANDOUT / " - NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS - DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS

the tragedy

Pakistan: School roof collapses, killing children

Over twenty young victims in Peshawar, including a teacher.

The Agostino Gemelli University Hospital, where Pope Leo XIV is hospitalized, in Rome,, Italy, 14 October 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI

the pontiff

Pope Leo, the bulletin: "He arose, ate, and underwent respiratory physiotherapy."

Tests confirm a regular postoperative course after lung surgery

the war

Moscow bombs six power plants in Kiev and Kharkiv, Zelensky calls it a "deliberate disrespect for the US."

Massive nighttime attack despite Trump's announcement of an alleged energy truce between Russia and Ukraine

epa13297003 Vehicles drive past a digital billboard displaying an image of Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi alongside an Arabic message reading 'An escalation will be met with an escalation' on a street in Sana'a, Yemen, 11 October 2026. Yemen's Houthis have renewed warnings to airlines against using Saudi airports following a missile attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport on 10 October 2026 that killed 12 people, including four Saudi nationals and eight foreign nationals, and forced the suspension of airport operations, according to Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB

Middle East

Houthis attempt to produce ballistic missiles with Chinese components

The weapons would have a range of nearly two thousand kilometers and would make Saudi Arabia and Israel potential targets.

TOPSHOT - Swedish activist Greta Thunberg speaks with students as they prepare to take part in a blockade at the Lycee Paul Eluard in Saint-Denis, on the outskirts of Paris on October 13, 2026, as part of a nationwide student mobilisation. France sees nationwide demonstrations on October 13 in support of students protesting poor classroom conditions for weeks, as authorities and participants remain wary of further violence. (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP)

Paris

Greta Thunberg joins student marches in France: "They're stealing our future."

The Swedish activist stood outside a high school on the outskirts of the capital for the "fifth act" of the mobilization: "We will not give up, and we will fight."

High voltage

Bulgaria: Two more ships hit in the Black Sea. Prime Minister: "These attacks are unacceptable."

NATO informed: "I will summon the Russian ambassador." One of the convoys sank.

Selma Blair lascia il tribunale dopo l'udienza (foto da frame video)

New York

Actress Selma Blair arrested for attempting to open plane door, then assaulting two flight attendants.

The FBI is investigating. According to its agent, the woman, who has been battling multiple sclerosis for years, lost control due to a "medical emergency."

The point of view

Trump-Putin deal: Europeans mocked by their Western ally?

The tycoon decides alone on energy and alliances, Russia profits and the European Union, including Italy, pays the price of its irrelevance

epa13298553 Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), General Alexus Grynkewich, during his speech titled 'Theory of Victory: How Do We Achieve Military Success Against Russia in Deterrence and Defense?' at the Warsaw Security Forum in Warsaw, Poland, 12 October 2026. The two-day Warsaw Security Forum, attended by representatives from the worlds of politics, the military, diplomacy, the defense industry, and expert communities from 90 countries, is organized by the Casimir Pulaski Foundation. EPA/Radek Pietruszka POLAND OUT

the alliance

NATO Commander: "We don't want war, but if attacked, we will fight."

Grynkewich at the Warsaw Security Forum: "We don't seek conflict, but let no one underestimate us."

Il quartier generale di Anthropic a San Francisco (foto Ansa-Epa)

The announcement

Anthropic bans insulting AI: "Stop cruel or abusive behavior."

The list of prohibited actions also includes bullying, inciting self-harm, and the creation of non-consensual intimate images. And the debate over the "consciousness" of machines is heating up.

epa13295554 United States President Donald Trump waves as he walks to the residence on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 10 October 2026. Trump is travelled to Clarksville, Tennessee, to attend a campaign rally in support of Republican candidates running in the November elections. EPA/RON SACHS / POOL

the announcement

Trump: "Energy truce between Russia and Ukraine, effective immediately." Zelensky: "I know nothing about it."

The president on his social media account: "Both sides have agreed, effective immediately. Don't violate it."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump participate in a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on August 18, 2025. European leaders join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in talks with US President Donald Trump on August 18, as they try to find a way to end Russia's offensive. The leaders heading to Washington on Monday to appear alongside Zelensky call themselves the "coalition of the willing." (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)

the clash

Zelensky responds to Trump: "It's up to the Ukrainians to choose their own leader."

The president responds to the tycoons' attack: "Let's not play games."

epa13291174 Russian President Vladimir Putin attends an expanded format meeting of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Council of Heads of State at the Avaza national tourist zone outside Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan, 09 October 2026. EPA/GAVRIIL GRIGOROV/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL MANDATORY CREDIT

the war

007 Alert: Moscow Steps Up Assassination Attempts at European Defense Tops

Western intelligence agencies: "Security measures around high-level officials have been increased."

Middle East

Houthis bomb Riyadh airport: "Twelve dead and over 300 injured." Condemned by the U.S. and UN.

The Civil Aviation Authority says the victims are four Saudis and eight foreigners. One American is among them.

Zelensky e Trump EPA/PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE

Foreign Affairs

Trump dumps Zelensky: "Kiev needs a new president for a deal."

Washington and Ukraine have fallen apart following the US-Russia diesel sanctions deal. The tycoon accuses the Ukrainian leader of trying to cause trouble for the world.

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