China scales back purchases of Russian oil following new US sanctions: Report
The move comes after the US Treasury imposed sanctions on Russia's two largest oil firms, Rosneft and Lukoil
The move comes after the US Treasury imposed sanctions on Russia's two largest oil firms, Rosneft and Lukoil
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Hungary scrambles to bypass US sanctions on Russian oil majors
Despite the war in Ukraine, Hungary has until now imported large amounts of Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline
Despite the war in Ukraine, Hungary has until now imported large amounts of Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline
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❗️Spain’s high court probes steelmaker Sidenor over alleged arms deal with Israel
Spain's High Court has launched an investigation into the privately-owned steel producer Sidenor over allegations that it sold steel to an Israeli company for use in weapons manufacturing, marking one of the first potential legal outcomes following Spain’s ban on such transactions.
The probe targets Sidenor’s CEO Jose Gomez and two other executives on charges of smuggling and complicity in crimes against humanity or genocide, according to the court statement.
The executives have been summoned to testify on 12 November.
According to the court, Sidenor sold steel to Israel Military Industries, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems, in a deal reportedly carried out without government approval or registration.
The High Court said the executives "went ahead with the deal with full knowledge that [the firm] was a manufacturer of both heavy and light weapons, and that the material sold was to be used for the manufacture of weapons."
Spain's High Court has launched an investigation into the privately-owned steel producer Sidenor over allegations that it sold steel to an Israeli company for use in weapons manufacturing, marking one of the first potential legal outcomes following Spain’s ban on such transactions.
The probe targets Sidenor’s CEO Jose Gomez and two other executives on charges of smuggling and complicity in crimes against humanity or genocide, according to the court statement.
The executives have been summoned to testify on 12 November.
According to the court, Sidenor sold steel to Israel Military Industries, a subsidiary of Elbit Systems, in a deal reportedly carried out without government approval or registration.
The High Court said the executives "went ahead with the deal with full knowledge that [the firm] was a manufacturer of both heavy and light weapons, and that the material sold was to be used for the manufacture of weapons."
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BREAKING | Israeli drone attack kills two Palestinians near Al-Qastal towers east of Deir al-Balah city in the central Gaza Strip.
Artillery shelling is also targeting the area.
Artillery shelling is also targeting the area.
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Cypriot court sentences Israeli developer to jail for illegally selling land
Nearly 10 percent of non-European property buyers in Cyprus are Israeli, with the island’s Jewish population rising to around 15,000
Nearly 10 percent of non-European property buyers in Cyprus are Israeli, with the island’s Jewish population rising to around 15,000
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❗️Castelion wins US army contracts to integrate Blackbeard hypersonic weapon
US Defense startup Castelion announced today hat it has secured contracts to integrate its Blackbeard hypersonic strike weapon with existing US Army systems.
Castelion will collaborate with the army to mount the Blackbeard weapon system onto platforms such as the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), a launcher that gained global recognition after being used in the war in Ukraine.
Several US defense firms, including Castelion, Stratolaunch, Raytheon (a unit of RTX), and Lockheed Martin, are competing to advance hypersonic technology, which could yield lucrative government contracts.
Castelion did not disclose the terms of its integration contracts with the Army and Navy. US President Donald Trump’s 2026 budget proposal, still pending congressional approval, allocates $25 million for similar future integration efforts.
(Reuters)
US Defense startup Castelion announced today hat it has secured contracts to integrate its Blackbeard hypersonic strike weapon with existing US Army systems.
Castelion will collaborate with the army to mount the Blackbeard weapon system onto platforms such as the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), a launcher that gained global recognition after being used in the war in Ukraine.
Several US defense firms, including Castelion, Stratolaunch, Raytheon (a unit of RTX), and Lockheed Martin, are competing to advance hypersonic technology, which could yield lucrative government contracts.
Castelion did not disclose the terms of its integration contracts with the Army and Navy. US President Donald Trump’s 2026 budget proposal, still pending congressional approval, allocates $25 million for similar future integration efforts.
(Reuters)
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❗️Israel's Channel 12 reports that at least 60% of Hamas's tunnels have not been destroyed.
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❗️Amazon accused of enabling Israel’s cloud-based war machine via weapons makers
The Intercept reports that Israel’s two largest weapons manufacturers, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), both of whom are required to use cloud services from Amazon under the Israeli government contract known as Project Nimbus, were sold cloud services by Amazon at the height of Israel’s attacks on Gaza.
According to government procurement documents, the Nimbus framework mandates that Israeli state-owned companies and ministries adopt these cloud services. Requests to use other providers must be approved by a government committee. Rafael, which produces missiles and drones used by the Israeli military, has already begun transferring some of its “unclassified” workloads to Amazon Web Services.
Documents reviewed by The Intercept also show that Amazon provided cloud-computing services to Israel’s nuclear program and to government offices overseeing the occupied West Bank, where Israel’s military rule, settlement expansion, and population displacement are widely regarded as violations of international law.
The Intercept reports that Israel’s two largest weapons manufacturers, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), both of whom are required to use cloud services from Amazon under the Israeli government contract known as Project Nimbus, were sold cloud services by Amazon at the height of Israel’s attacks on Gaza.
According to government procurement documents, the Nimbus framework mandates that Israeli state-owned companies and ministries adopt these cloud services. Requests to use other providers must be approved by a government committee. Rafael, which produces missiles and drones used by the Israeli military, has already begun transferring some of its “unclassified” workloads to Amazon Web Services.
Documents reviewed by The Intercept also show that Amazon provided cloud-computing services to Israel’s nuclear program and to government offices overseeing the occupied West Bank, where Israel’s military rule, settlement expansion, and population displacement are widely regarded as violations of international law.
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⭕️ Crude extends gains, set for weekly rise amid fresh US sanctions on Russia
Oil prices rose slightly on Friday, building on Thursday’s sharp gains and heading toward a weekly increase after US sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies over the war in Ukraine raised concerns about supply disruptions.
Brent crude futures climbed 50 cents, or 0.76%, to $66.49 by 16:33 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures gained 30 cents, or 0.49%, to $62.09.
"It's the sanctions," said Phil Flynn, senior analyst at Price Futures Group, noting that a resolution to the situation did not appear likely anytime soon.
Oil prices rose slightly on Friday, building on Thursday’s sharp gains and heading toward a weekly increase after US sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies over the war in Ukraine raised concerns about supply disruptions.
Brent crude futures climbed 50 cents, or 0.76%, to $66.49 by 16:33 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures gained 30 cents, or 0.49%, to $62.09.
"It's the sanctions," said Phil Flynn, senior analyst at Price Futures Group, noting that a resolution to the situation did not appear likely anytime soon.
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❗️South Korea urges Trump to meet Kim Jong Un during Asia visit
South Korea’s Unification Minister on Friday urged US President Donald Trump to hold talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming trip to Asia, describing the meeting as a vital opportunity for peace, according to Yonhap news agency.
Minister Chung Dong-young, Seoul’s top official overseeing inter-Korean relations, said Trump’s visit to South Korea represented an "opportunity from the heavens" that could enhance North Korea’s international image and strengthen its economy.
"The leaders of North Korea and the US must not miss this chance," Chung told South Korean media, according to Yonhap. "They need to make a bold decision."
South Korea’s Unification Minister on Friday urged US President Donald Trump to hold talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming trip to Asia, describing the meeting as a vital opportunity for peace, according to Yonhap news agency.
Minister Chung Dong-young, Seoul’s top official overseeing inter-Korean relations, said Trump’s visit to South Korea represented an "opportunity from the heavens" that could enhance North Korea’s international image and strengthen its economy.
"The leaders of North Korea and the US must not miss this chance," Chung told South Korean media, according to Yonhap. "They need to make a bold decision."
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❗️A survey by Israel's Channel 12 reports that 52% of Israelis oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's candidacy in the upcoming elections, while 41% support him.
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Large-scale Israeli war on Lebanon 'a matter of time': Report
Israel has escalated its attacks on Lebanon in violation of a US-backed ceasefire, killing at least seven people in the past two days alone
Israel has escalated its attacks on Lebanon in violation of a US-backed ceasefire, killing at least seven people in the past two days alone
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Spain’s high court probes steelmaker over dealings with Israeli arms company
The Spanish parliament approved a ban on trading arms with Israel earlier this month
The Spanish parliament approved a ban on trading arms with Israel earlier this month
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❗️US flying drones over Gaza to monitor 'ceasefire'
The US has begun flying surveillance drones over the Gaza Strip to monitor compliance with the so-called ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, operating with Israel’s consent and angling for independent visibility into the ground situation to track what they deem to be “ceasefire” violations.
The drone sorties support a newly established logistics and coordination hub where US military and allied partners, which now include Australia, France, Spain, and the UAE, are reportedly working to facilitate aid flow and oversee stabilization efforts in Gaza. The American command center established in Kiryat Gat is responsible for operating the drones and determining their flight paths.
(New York Times)
The US has begun flying surveillance drones over the Gaza Strip to monitor compliance with the so-called ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, operating with Israel’s consent and angling for independent visibility into the ground situation to track what they deem to be “ceasefire” violations.
The drone sorties support a newly established logistics and coordination hub where US military and allied partners, which now include Australia, France, Spain, and the UAE, are reportedly working to facilitate aid flow and oversee stabilization efforts in Gaza. The American command center established in Kiryat Gat is responsible for operating the drones and determining their flight paths.
(New York Times)
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❗️US Navy's most advanced aircraft carrier deployed to Caribbean
The Trump administration has deployed the USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier, to the Caribbean near Venezuela in a major escalation of its campaign against alleged drug cartels and “regional threats.” Redirected from the Mediterranean, the vessel is accompanied by stealth fighter jets and surveillance aircraft.
President Trump said “the land is going to be next,” signaling a potential shift to land strikes, adding, “We’re just going to kill people that are bringing drugs into our country.”
The Pentagon described the mission as an effort to “detect and disrupt illicit actors” in the Western Hemisphere, but analysts warn it may signal a broader US military push. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro condemned the move, saying, “They promised they would never again get involved in a war, and they are fabricating a war.” Legal experts warned that Washington’s use of a “non-international armed conflict” framework could set a dangerous precedent for US intervention in the region.
The Trump administration has deployed the USS Gerald R. Ford, the US Navy’s most advanced aircraft carrier, to the Caribbean near Venezuela in a major escalation of its campaign against alleged drug cartels and “regional threats.” Redirected from the Mediterranean, the vessel is accompanied by stealth fighter jets and surveillance aircraft.
President Trump said “the land is going to be next,” signaling a potential shift to land strikes, adding, “We’re just going to kill people that are bringing drugs into our country.”
The Pentagon described the mission as an effort to “detect and disrupt illicit actors” in the Western Hemisphere, but analysts warn it may signal a broader US military push. Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro condemned the move, saying, “They promised they would never again get involved in a war, and they are fabricating a war.” Legal experts warned that Washington’s use of a “non-international armed conflict” framework could set a dangerous precedent for US intervention in the region.
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❗️Trump says he is open to meeting Kim Jong-Un during Asia tour
US President Donald Trump, who is currently on a five-day Asia tour, said he would be “open” to meeting Kim Jong‑un while in South Korea, though US officials say no rendezvous is currently scheduled. He emphasized that his familiarity with Kim stems from their previous encounters during his first term and reaffirmed that “they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I’ll say that.”
The core agenda of Trump’s visit remains centered on sealing a deal with Xi Jinping to end the trade war with China.
US President Donald Trump, who is currently on a five-day Asia tour, said he would be “open” to meeting Kim Jong‑un while in South Korea, though US officials say no rendezvous is currently scheduled. He emphasized that his familiarity with Kim stems from their previous encounters during his first term and reaffirmed that “they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I’ll say that.”
The core agenda of Trump’s visit remains centered on sealing a deal with Xi Jinping to end the trade war with China.
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❗️Ex-60 Minutes producer reveals corporate pressure curtailed Gaza coverage
Former 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens revealed on 24 October that he came under heavy internal pressure from corporate leadership to steer clear of stories that could spark controversy for parent company Paramount, marking his first public comments since abruptly resigning in late April.
In January, the program aired a segment featuring former State Department officials who resigned in protest of President Joe Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza. The report triggered backlash from pro-Israel groups and alarmed Paramount’s controlling shareholder, Shari Redstone, a vocal supporter of Israel.
He also warned that his former show and the wider media landscape face a deeper challenge of corporate and political influence, highlighting the risks when a news outlet’s parent company is negotiating high-stakes deals and regulatory approvals while oversight of content tightens.
Former 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens revealed on 24 October that he came under heavy internal pressure from corporate leadership to steer clear of stories that could spark controversy for parent company Paramount, marking his first public comments since abruptly resigning in late April.
In January, the program aired a segment featuring former State Department officials who resigned in protest of President Joe Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza. The report triggered backlash from pro-Israel groups and alarmed Paramount’s controlling shareholder, Shari Redstone, a vocal supporter of Israel.
He also warned that his former show and the wider media landscape face a deeper challenge of corporate and political influence, highlighting the risks when a news outlet’s parent company is negotiating high-stakes deals and regulatory approvals while oversight of content tightens.
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⭕️ Israeli settlers unleash another night of terror on West Bank's Al-Mughayyir — first-ever reported use of explosives
For the second night in a row, Israeli settlers attacked the village of Al-Mughayyir near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank, throwing stones at Palestinian cars before storming the village, burning at least three vehicles, blocking roads, assaulting local residents, and clashing with them.
According to local sources, settlers also threw explosive devices at the farm of Fadi Abu Alia; the first documented use of such devices in attacks on Palestinian villages.
Al-Mughayyir was also the site of a settler assault earlier this week targeting olive harvesters.
For the second night in a row, Israeli settlers attacked the village of Al-Mughayyir near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank, throwing stones at Palestinian cars before storming the village, burning at least three vehicles, blocking roads, assaulting local residents, and clashing with them.
According to local sources, settlers also threw explosive devices at the farm of Fadi Abu Alia; the first documented use of such devices in attacks on Palestinian villages.
Al-Mughayyir was also the site of a settler assault earlier this week targeting olive harvesters.
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