WAR & PEACEFormer German Chancellor Angela Merkel claimed that opposition from Poland and the Baltic states was behind the failed EU-Russia Peace talks, preventing the EU from engaging in direct talks with Putin in 2021, hindering efforts to avert a war in Ukraine.

AFRICAIn a move to deepen technological partnerships across continents, a comprehensive action plan has been released aimed at enhancing cooperation between China and African nations

AFRICABurkina Faso's government announced that it had dismantled an alleged espionage network operating under the cover of the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO).

EUROPEGeorgia's ruling Georgian Dream party has declared a resounding victory in the country's local self-government elections held on October 4.

AFRICAFor the first time, the World Road Cycling Championships were held on African soil. Kigali welcomed cyclists from 109 nations to compete in the 98th UCI Road World Championships.

MIDDLE EASTIsrael attacked the Global Sumud Flotilla several times during the night. Boats were hit with sound bombs and explosive flares from many drones.