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No further action against government adviser's wife over Palestine Action post, police say

Sarah Helm, who is married to Jonathan Powell, was responding to a discussion about the author Sally Rooney.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 1:54 am

Fortis suffer 3-0 defeat to Al Qadsia

Fortis FC suffered a 3-0 defeat to Kuwaiti heavyweights Al Qadsia SC in their AFC Challenge League Group C opener at the Mohammed Al-Hamad Stadium in Kuwait on Saturday.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 1:52 am

Seven Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes with Afghan forces along Durand Line

Seven Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes with Afghan forces along Durand Line

India Today 18 Oct 2026 1:40 am

Wirtz delivers but remains Liverpool's conundrum

Florian Wirtz is instrumental as Liverpool return to winning ways in the Premier League, but does he remain boss Andoni Iraola's great conundrum?

BBC 18 Oct 2026 1:37 am

Mexican Judge Sentences 3 Men to 159 Years Each in Surfer Killings

The men were charged in the murders of two Australians and an American who were on a camping and surf vacation in Mexico.

The New York Times 18 Oct 2026 1:28 am

Several Afghan Taliban personnel killed in alleged retaliatory action along border: Pakistan officials

The firing was reported in the Taida sector, Upper Kurram and Ghuz Garhi areas, where the Afghan Taliban allegedly opened fire to facilitate the cross-border infiltration of militants, says security official

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 1:26 am

No action to be taken against wife of PM

The Guardian 18 Oct 2026 1:17 am

Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinians and European Officials in West Bank

Extremists assaulted residents and broke a European diplomatic vehicle

The New York Times 18 Oct 2026 1:15 am

New York City set to end horse-drawn carriages under law named after Indian tourist

Efforts to ban horse-drawn carriages intensified after Romanch Mahajan, an Indian tourist, died from injuries sustained in an accident in Central Park in June

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 12:56 am

Ashley St. Clair alleges Elon Musk cut child support to $20,000 once she disclosed details about their son: Here's what the new documentary reveals

Ashley St. Clair revisits her relationship with Elon Musk in a new documentary. Her account connects a proposed secrecy agreement with changes in financial support.

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2026 12:46 am

Unstoppable Barca thrash Betis to extend perfect start

Hansi Flick's dominant Barcelona routed 10-man Real Betis 5-2 on Saturday to return five points clear at the top of La Liga.

The Daily Star 18 Oct 2026 12:46 am

Manzambi heads Villa to victory at Newcastle

Johan Manzambi heads the winner for Aston Villa against Newcastle, marking manager Unai Emery's 100th Premier League victory.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:42 am

Hurricane Trudy, Typhoon Champi tracker: Heavy rains, flooding, landslides predicted for weekend in parts of Mexico, Guam, Donald Trump urged to declare emergency disaster

Typhoon Champi strengthened into a Category 4 storm as it moved west toward Guam at 14 mph.

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2026 12:41 am

Tributes to Andrews before Champions Cup matches

Lions and Sale Sharks are among the clubs to pay tribute to Hyron Andrews at their matches on Saturday, following the South African's death aged 31.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:38 am

Rare Queen Elizabeth II banknote helps raise 85,860

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2026 12:36 am

Pakistani opposition leader warns against concentration of power in military establishment

Mr. Rehman said Pakistan could function effectively only when the military, bureaucracy and elected institutions operated within their respective constitutional domains

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 12:34 am

The moment I knew: For Valentine

The Guardian 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Charlie Vickers:

The Guardian 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Liverpool come from behind to beat nine-man Brentford

Liverpool come from behind to beat Brentford 2-1 at the Gtech Community Stadium as the hosts finish with nine men after red cards for Yehor Yarmoliuk and Vitaly Janelt.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

The Next War Could Begin In Space Within 5 Years, Experts Warn

A major attack on satellites could disrupt GPS, internet services, television broadcasts, weather forecasting and air traffic control. Banking and other essential services could also suffer, potentially bringing modern life to a standstill.

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Haaland nets double as Man City go six points clear at the top

Manchester City go six points clear at the top of the Premier League as Enzo Maresca's side record a seventh straight league victory with a 3-2 win over Ipswich at the Etihad.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Iwobi delivers Fulham's first win of season

Alex Iwobi fires Fulham to their first Premier League win of the season against Hull.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Neto scores twice as Chelsea win at Everton

Pedro Neto scores twice for Chelsea as they beat Everton 2-0 at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, in a game overshadowed by a nasty head injury to Emiliano Martinez.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Unrest Mars Day of Protest in France, as Student Movement Turns National

Riots broke out in several French cities alongside peaceful marches of tens of thousands of people demonstrating against rising living costs and poor school conditions.

The New York Times 18 Oct 2026 12:17 am

European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank

The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a smear campaign.

BBC 18 Oct 2026 12:08 am

Tyler Perry bought a former Army base for $30 million: Why he is turning it into more than a Hollywood studio

Tyler Perry is planning to expand his business beyond filmmaking with a proposed 38-acre entertainment district near his Atlanta film studio. The project could include a theatre, shops and office spaces, with plans suggesting that it could be completed by January 2028. Perry bought 330 acres of the former Fort McPherson military base for $30 million in 2015 and later turned the site into Tyler Perry Studios.

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2026 12:07 am

Rahul Mittra Joins Anil Sharma's Arjun Naga as Balochi Gangster

Mittra is also known for his work as a film producer, with credits including the Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster trilogy, Bullett Raja, Revolver Rani and Sarkar 3.

IBTimes 18 Oct 2026 12:07 am

Pope Leo health update: Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican, doctor shares major verdict on trip to Uruguay, Peru, Argentina

Pope Leo will take on his first official duty on Sunday, delivering the traditional Angelus blessing to the faithful in St. Peter's Square.

The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026 11:55 pm

Indian pilot recounts cockpit axe attack on flydubai flight

Indian pilot recounts cockpit axe attack on flydubai flight

India Today 17 Oct 2026 11:54 pm

Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence

BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech.

BBC 17 Oct 2026 11:41 pm

Katie Zacharia out! Trumps press secretary exits after just five days, says 'it was an honor'

Katie Zacharia out! Trumps press secretary exits after just five days, says 'it was an honor'

The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026 11:32 pm

U.S. Floats Lifeline to Russia: Allowing More Gas Sales to Europe

The Trump administration is pitching the idea as part of a peace deal with Ukraine, but Europe is wary and critics say Russia would be strengthened.

The New York Times 17 Oct 2026 11:30 pm

'Illegal construction': BMC demolishes unauthorised portions of Ajay Devgn's bungalow; team issues clarification

Following the demolition, Ajay Devgn's team clarified that the property is not his residence but a separate property rented out to a company. The team also stated that it has applied for the necessary BMC permissions and is complying with the civic body's rules and requirements.

IBTimes 17 Oct 2026 11:26 pm

Nagaland: Mokokchung spurious liquor tragedy toll rises to 11 after three more deaths

Dimapur: Three more people died after allegedly consuming suspected adulterated liquor in Longpayimsen village in Nagalands Mokokchung district, taking the death toll from suspected spurious liquor consumption in the district to 11. Mokokchung police said they received information about the three deaths on the night of October 15. In a release dated October 16, police [] The post Nagaland: Mokokchung spurious liquor tragedy toll rises to 11 after three more deaths appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 17 Oct 2026 11:20 pm

Fast-moving Southern California wildfire burns homes and forces thousands to flee

A fast-moving wildfire in Southern California quickly consumed hundreds of acres and burned multiple homes after sparking in Orange County Friday, county officials said. The Norte Fire began around noon near a neighborhood in the San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano areas and by Friday evening had grown to 570 acres, the Orange County Fire Authority said. Its one of several fires that have broken out since Thursday amid fierce Santa Ana winds affecting Southern California. Our actions today will be to continue to attack the fire and work toward getting residents home as soon as its safe to so do, Orange County Fire Authority Captain Greg Barta said Saturday morning in a video on X . Topography and weather conditions allowed the fire to grow rapidly, Orange County Division 3 Fire Chief Mark Backoff said in a video posted to social media Friday afternoon. Six homes have been destroyed or damaged by the fire, and two firefighters suffered significant injuries but are stable in area hospitals, fire officials said. Evacuation orders were issued for multiple areas in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, encompassing roughly 4,600 homes and 16,000 people, Orange County Fire Authority Chief TJ McGovern said. Officials asked residents to be patient as they evaluate when it will be safe to return home. Officials said progress had been made against the fire by the evening but warned conditions remained volatile. A majority of the fire has been knocked down. However, we still have some homes that have been impacted here, and as you can see, the wind is still blowing pretty strong up here, Orange County Fire Authority spokesperson Steve Concialdi said. The fire is now 5% contained as of Saturday morning. Crews objective is keeping the fire within its current footprint, McGovern said at a news conference Friday evening. Aerial footage from CNN affiliate KCBS showed multiple houses burning Friday afternoon. Resident Robert Morris called the sudden threat to homes a wake-up call, telling KCBS, Ive lived here since 1995, and this is the first time weve really ever had a fire in this area. US Rep. Mike Levin, a Democrat whose district includes part of Orange County, said his family had to evacuate their San Juan Capistrano home while he attended an event nearby. Levin thanked firefighters for preventing greater damage from the fire and said year-round wildfire season has become the new normal for Southern California. Cars drive along Interstate 5 towards the Norte Fire in San Juan Capistrano, California, on October 16. Evacuation orders have been issued for parts of Orange County. - Patrick T. Fallon/AFP/Getty Images Orange County sheriffs deputies were going door to door in areas under evacuation order, telling people to leave for their safety, Sgt. Lizbeth Gwisdalla, a spokesperson for the sheriffs department, told CNN. Ten schools were dismissed early out of an abundance of caution and sports and after-school programs were canceled, Capistrano Unified School District announced . Wind gusts in the area reached 25 mph Friday afternoon and remained elevated into the evening. The Santa Ana winds were expected to peak Friday but remain elevated through Saturday and then diminish later in the weekend. Were going to be here for a number of days, Concialdi said of the ongoing danger, stressing the need to guard against new fires that could erupt from embers blown by the strong Santa Ana winds. Fires spark across Southern California Several fires have broken out since Santa Ana winds began Thursday, forcing evacuations in other areas of Southern California. In Malibu, more than 7,000 structures were in areas under evacuation orders or warnings on Friday because of the Bryson Fire, which has burned roughly 150 acres and is 52% contained since starting Thursday evening, a Los Angeles County Fire spokesperson told CNN, estimating the number of people under evacuation orders to be in the hundreds. Crews make a stand in front of the Bryson Fire in Malibu, California, on Thursday, Oct. 15. - Jae C. Hong/AP Crews made great progress against the fire overnight, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone said during a news conference Friday morning. At least one firefighter had minor injuries and was taken to the hospital, he said. The chief did not provide additional details except to say, Theyve been on the line all night, so minor injuries are expected. The fire is still threatening more than 100 structures in the area, but no damages have been reported. But obviously, if the winds kick up later this afternoon and we were to lose containment of the fire, a larger area could be affected and under threat, the chief said. Over 400 firefighters and more than 75 ground and aerial resources are committed to the Bryson Fire, he said. Another wildfire to the south has burned more than 3,000 acres near the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton since igniting Thursday afternoon, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection ( Cal Fire ). The Henderson Fire forced a temporary evacuation order for one area of the base Thursday and the closure of a nearby portion of Interstate 5 in San Diego County, the Marine Corps said in a statement Friday. Smoke affected visibility along both sides of the highway Friday afternoon, the California Highway Patrol said. The fire is 35% contained as of Saturday morning, according to Cal Fire . The Camp Pendleton Fire Department and Cal Fire continue to actively fight the fire, but it was burning in a remote section of the base and there were no active threats to personnel or facilities, the Marine Corps statement Friday said. The dangerous fire conditions in Southern California have also prompted utility companies to temporarily shut off power for tens of thousands over concerns that equipment could spark fires. This story has been updated with additional information. Meteorologist Chris Dolce and CNNs Kate S. Petersen and Isa Mudannayake contributed to this report. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account at CNN.com This article originally appeared on CNN at https://www.cnn.com/2026/10/16/weather/california-wildfires-santa-ana-winds-climate

Yahoo 17 Oct 2026 11:20 pm

Strictly Come Dancing week four

The Guardian 17 Oct 2026 11:13 pm

7 Miles Out review

The Guardian 17 Oct 2026 11:05 pm

Jio IPO 2026: Jio Platforms files RHP, issue to open on October 21; check eligibility, how to apply and allotment tips

Jio Platforms has filed its Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) for its much-awaited IPO, which will open for subscription on October 21 and close on October 23, 2026. The issue comprises up to 27 crore equity shares, with shares worth up to Rs 500 crore reserved for eligible employees and Rs 2,500 crore for eligible Reliance Industries shareholders.

IBTimes 17 Oct 2026 11:00 pm

Gold, silver prices ahead of Diwali 2026: Expert sees gold at Rs 1.5 lakh, silver at Rs 2.3 lakh

Gold and silver prices may see limited gains ahead of Diwali 2026, according to commodity expert Anuj Gupta. Gold could reach Rs 1.5 lakh per 10 grams, while silver may touch Rs 2.2 lakh-Rs 2.3 lakh per kg. Rising interest rates, increased interest in bonds and weak industrial demand for silver could limit the upside

IBTimes 17 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

India halts sugar diversion for ethanol in 2026-27, invites bids for 11 billion litres amid rising prices

India has expanded ethanol blending in petrol to reduce dependence on imported crude oil and curb emissions. However, concerns about sugar availability have prompted the government to restrict the use of sugarcane-derived products for ethanol production in the upcoming supply year.

IBTimes 17 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 17 feared dead, 25-40 injured; CM Suvendu Adhikari rushes to hospital

According to reports, a large crowd had gathered at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durgotsav and tried to take shelter at the exit gate of the pandal after a brief shower of rainfall. The majority of those who are feared dead and injured include women and children.

IBTimes 17 Oct 2026 10:59 pm

India, West Indies draw T20 series after rain washes out decider

India and West Indies had to settle for a 2-2 draw in their five-match T20 series after the fifth and deciding game ended with no result due to rain on Saturday.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 10:53 pm

Pope Leo Returns to Vatican After Successful Cancer Surgery

The 71-year-old pope was seen crossing the lobby of the Gemelli hospital on foot and exiting the building, smiling as he shook hands and waved.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 10:48 pm

Israeli Settlers Attack European Diplomats In West Bank, French Mayor Beaten

Cars from the French, Belgian and Polish missions had brought diplomats to visit Taybeh, a largely Christian village in the occupied West Bank, when settlers descended to stop Palestinians from gathering olives, witnesses said.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 10:39 pm

Netos brace fires Chelsea past Everton but Martinez head injury mars win

Argentinian international taken to hospital for precautionary tests after head clash with Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite. Netos brace fires Chelsea past Everton but Martinez head injury mars win

India Vision 17 Oct 2026 10:33 pm

Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo left Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Saturday after successful lung cancer surgery Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery

India Vision 17 Oct 2026 10:33 pm

Buildings and cars set on fire as cost of living protests rock France

Protesters have set fire to cars and buildings in France as demonstrations escalate. Buildings and cars set on fire as cost of living protests rock France

India Vision 17 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Kenya confirms four more Ebola cases, bringing total to seven

Three health workers who treated the country's first Ebola patient are among the latest confirmed cases. Kenya confirms four more Ebola cases, bringing total to seven

India Vision 17 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Egypts el-Sisi vows to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has vowed to take 'any measure' to defend Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks. Egypts el-Sisi vows to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

India Vision 17 Oct 2026 10:32 pm

Alligator kills 71-year-old man fishing in Florida

The 3.7m (12ft) alligator reportedly dragged the man into the water where he was fishing near Orlando.

BBC 17 Oct 2026 10:22 pm

People who believe in nationalism will protect cultural heritage: Rizvi

Says Lalon Shah moved beyond conventional framework of religious practice

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

No Kings anti-Trump movement holds over 3000 rallies across 50 states ahead of November 3 US midterm elections. What does it mean for Donald Trump, Republican party?

No Kings anti-Trump movement: More than 3,200 events had been planned in all 50 states, after the two previous nationwide events attracted millions of participants.

The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026 9:59 pm

Video: Protesters Burn Building, Break Into Town Hall As Unrest Sweeps France

Police and protesters clashed, sending smoke from fires and tear gas over several demonstrations nationwide against high prices in the run-up to elections to replace President Emmanuel Macron.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 9:58 pm

Haaland stars in Man City win, Liverpool beat Brentford

Erling Haaland starred with a double as Premier League leaders Manchester City beat Ipswich 3-2, while Liverpool came from behind to seal a 2-1 win at Brentford on Saturday.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 9:56 pm

Isak completes Liverpool

The Guardian 17 Oct 2026 9:51 pm

Dispute Between Trump Allies Centers on Payment From Congo

The White House inquiry is focused on diverging accounts from Richard Grenell and Alina Habba Mildon about a $17 million transfer from a government account in the African country to a Texas defense firm.

The New York Times 17 Oct 2026 9:50 pm

NCL set for another round without Test stars

Only wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali Anik and pacer Khaled Ahmed will feature for Sylhet Division in their third-round fixture against Rangpur Division in Chattogram.

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 9:44 pm

Durga Puja puppet procession brings wildlife conservation message to Thakurgaon

Illuminated animal models made by villagers highlight the role of wildlife in maintaining ecological balance

The Daily Star 17 Oct 2026 9:37 pm

Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'

Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea's 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months.

BBC 17 Oct 2026 9:32 pm

What to Know About the Violent Protests in Albania

Student demonstrations over education converged with broader protests against rising living costs and a luxury development linked to Jared Kushner, President Trump

The New York Times 17 Oct 2026 9:30 pm

Trump's Russian oil tariff waiver offers India relief, but experts warn of renewed US pressure

US President Donald Trump's decision to waive additional tariffs of 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil has provided immediate relief to India, reducing the risk of fresh trade penalties and offering Indian refiners greater flexibility in crude purchases. However, experts warned that the benefits remain uncertain and will depend on global oil prices, supply conditions and future US trade policy. Trump signed an Executive Order on Friday implementing the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, while simultaneously waiving several sanctions and additional duties under the legislation. The order provides for additional tariffs of 100 per cent on goods from the five largest importers of Russian crude oil and natural gas making fresh purchases from October 18, but suspends their application through a presidential waiver. Pursuant to section 115(a) of the Graham Act, I hereby waive the application of any duties provided for in sections 112 and 113 of the Graham Act...

devdiscourse 17 Oct 2026 9:22 pm

Indian Gen Z Protest Leader Is Released on Bail After Arrest

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, was detained on his way to a protest called to demand the resignation of India

The New York Times 17 Oct 2026 9:20 pm

Newcastle v Aston Villa: Premier League

The Guardian 17 Oct 2026 9:12 pm

French police clash with protesters as tens of thousands rally over cost of living

Clashes broke out between police and protesters in cities

devdiscourse 17 Oct 2026 9:08 pm

Indian pilot recalls fighting for life in alleged flydubai cockpit attack

Indian pilot recalls fighting for life in alleged flydubai cockpit attack

India Today 17 Oct 2026 9:04 pm

Mass protests rock France as tens of thousands rally over rising living costs

Mass protests rock France as tens of thousands rally over rising living costs

India Today 17 Oct 2026 8:58 pm

Indian student groups in London protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, SIR; Govt supporters hold counter-protest

While the Stop Vote Chori protest cheered for activist Dhruv Rathee as the keynote speaker, chants of Modi, Modi rang out from a smaller group across the Gandhi statue, being kept apart by Metropolitan Police officers

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 8:55 pm

Video: Iranian Fishermen Race To Grab iPhones, Perfume From Sunken Cargo Ship

Footage from the area showed boats moving through partially submerged containers as men tried to pull boxes out of the water. In one video, a small boat could be seen struggling to tow an entire shipping container.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 8:55 pm

Todd and Julie Chrisley hit with $1.57 million IRS tax lien after Donald Trumps 2025 pardon; what we know

Todd and Julie Chrisley are facing a significant tax challenge with a federal lien amounting to $1.57 million, linked to unpaid taxes for the years 2021 and 2022. This news follows their recent release from prison, thanks to pardons bestowed by Donald Trump. Previously convicted for fraudulent loans and tax evasion, the couple has yet to address the latest tax issues publicly.

The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026 8:52 pm

Can Trump deport Ilhan Omar from the US?

The Economic Times 17 Oct 2026 8:49 pm

Trump waives tariffs on top Russian oil and gas buyers

Trump waives tariffs on top Russian oil and gas buyers

India Today 17 Oct 2026 8:46 pm

Trump says neither he or Musk are to blame for Ukraine drone issues

Ukraine is still unable to use its interceptor systems against Russian drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday, because of speed restrictions imposed on Starshield, an upgraded military version of Elon Musk's Starlink, amid an ongoing row with President Trump. Unfortunately, we can't use Starlink or Starshield technology on our territory today to shoot down jet-powered Shaheds, Zelenskyy said in an online group chat with reporters at the EU Summit. They fly, and we can stop them with aircraft and other air defense, but we don't use Starlink for that, unfortunately. God willing, this will be restored. Zelenskyy said Kyiv was discussing the issue with U.S. officials, and he was told the restrictions were linked to technical issues. The Ukrainian president added, however, that Starlink appears to be operating at higher speeds on European Union territory. Yes, we are in dialogue at the level of the military, the Ministry of Defense and diplomats, in touch with everyone including SpaceX. Nobody there is answering our military or the Ministry of Defense now, Zelenskyy said. At various levels they say these are technical problems. Here (in Ukraine) Starlink works up to a speed of 161 km/h, then shuts off, he continued. In the EU it works at 180-plus and works constantly. Here it shuts off in the second minute after 161 km/h and stops working. We lose both drones and connectivity. Mr. Trump told reporters on Friday he had not limited Ukraine's access to Starlink, adding he didn't believe Musk, SpaceX's CEO, was responsible either. Well, I don't know if it was anybody because it wasn't me, and I don't think it was Elon, Mr. Trump said while leaving the White House to travel for a rally in Georgia. And from what I understand, it's the same as it's always been. Musk said Wednesday he isn't responsible for deciding how Starshield is used, writing on X: Starshield systems are owned and controlled by the US government. Any limits on speed or usage are decided by the US military and ultimately POTUS. Starshield is essential to Ukraine's armed forces as it allows personnel to communicate and carry out strikes, including by maintaining contact with drones across long distances. On Saturday, Zelenskyy said Russia carried out a large attack on Ukraine's energy sector, targeting more than 15 critical power generation and transmission facilities across the country. A day earlier, the president said the current restrictions on Starshield had left people vulnerable to Russian drones, which was very painful and frustrating Ukrainian officials and soldiers told CBS News the country's military began experiencing sudden difficulties with Starshield equipment late Tuesday, including speed limits that made it more difficult to carry out missions with fast-moving drones. Sources in Ukraine's Ministry of Defense said SpaceX had unilaterally imposed the Starshield restrictions. Mr. Trump has grown increasingly frustrated with Zelenskyy in recent days, blaming the war between Russia and Ukraine for high global energy prices. The Trump administration waived restrictions on buying Russian diesel last week in an effort to ease pressure, a move Zelenskyy argued could embolden Russian President Vladimir Putin. In a social media post on Saturday, Zelenskyy called the move unfortunate, adding the act, championed by late Sen. Lindsey Graham, could have helped enormously. Later, he told journalists he believed the Trump administration will lift more sanctions on Russia. Unfortunately, the lifting of sanctions will continue. I believe the 'diesel deal' is just the first step, Zelenskyy told reporters. CBS News has reached out to the White House for comment. Mr. Trump said Ukraine and Russia had agreed to stop striking each other's energy infrastructure announcing an energy ceasefire over the weekend. Zelenskyy initially said Ukraine was willing to abide by such an agreement, but that Russia's strikes never ceased, and several days later he told the Financial Times his country would no longer hold off on striking Russian refineries because Russia was still attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The Russian government never confirmed it had agreed to a ceasefire. In a Newsmax interview late Thursday, Mr. Trump called Zelenskyy not a good guy for us to deal with, argued Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries would be a disgrace, urged both sides to make a deal and said the Ukrainian leader is harder to deal with than Putin. I'm not a big fan of Zelenskyy, Mr. Trump said. On Wednesday, Musk had tweeted : Time for Zelensky to go. This article originally appeared on CBS News at https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ukraine-trump-zelenskyy-starlink-russia-war-drones/

Yahoo 17 Oct 2026 8:44 pm