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UK Inflation Jumps to Highest Rate in almost A Year
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - UK inflation has risen to its highest rate in almost a year as surging petrol and diesel prices pushed up the cost of living, new figures show.
France Deploying Counterterrorism Troops to Quell Riots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – France will deploy military personnel from its counterterrorism force to support police during a new wave of nationwide protests, as the government prepares a “massive” security operation following some of the worst riots in years.
US National Debt Grows by Nearly $400 Billion in Two Months
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The US national debt has grown by nearly $400 billion in the two months since it reached a record $40 trillion, according to US Treasury Department data.
China Opposes US Arrest Warrant against Cuban Leader Raul Castro
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China on Wednesday condemned US legal action against former Cuban president Raul Castro, accusing Washington of abusing “judicial measures” to pressure Havana and calling for an immediate end to its economic blockade.
Trump Official Claims Record-Breaking 300,000 Visas Were Revoked
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Trump administration said it has revoked more than 300,000 visas issued to foreign nationals, claiming it has done so at a faster pace than any previous administration.
French Fighter Jet Crashes during Training Flight, Killing Pilot
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - A French Air Force Mirage 2000D fighter jet crashed during a training flight in northeastern France, killing its pilot and leaving the navigator missing, the French Armed Forces Ministry said Wednesday.
EU Gas Storage Levels below Historical Average: Commission
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – European Union gas storage levels are below the historical average, but the bloc does not currently face a security of supply issue despite the prospect of a difficult winter, European Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said Wednesday.
North Korea Says 'New Firepower Units' in Place after Border Threat
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – North Korea has moved new units into "firing positions", the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong-un said Wednesday, days after Pyongyang warned it was considering deploying additional strike means to its border with South Korea.
Italy to Deploy 500 Troops to Milan following Violent Clashes, Looting
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Italy is preparing to send 500 troops to Milan after looting and clashes between police and mostly young protesters, with some luxury brands shutting their shops in the city.
Trump Approval Falls to Record Low of 31% As Midterms Near: Poll
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to a record low as Americans worried about high gasoline prices and appeared ready to punish his Republican Party in the November 3 congressional elections, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that closed on Monday.
France Could Impose More Curfews after Protest Violence: Premier
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Tuesday that authorities could impose further localized curfews following violence during weekend protests against the high cost of living.
Energy Prices Soar As Brent Hits Highest Level since May
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Energy prices, after starting the week with declines on Monday, posted increases later.
UN Says 19.2 Million Afghans Facing Acute Food Insecurity by April 2027
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The number of people facing acute food insecurity in Afghanistan is set to rise to 19.2 million during the winter season between November 2026 and April 2027, the United Nations said on Oct 20.
No Clarity Yet on Timing of Xi Jinping’s Next Visit to Russia: Peskov
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The timing of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s next visit to Russia remains unclear, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told TASS.
South Korea Warns of 'Firm' Response After North Korea Threatens Fresh Measures near Border
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – South Korea's military warned Tuesday of a "firm" response and resolute punishment for any further provocations by North Korea, saying it was "unacceptable" for Pyongyang to blame Seoul for escalating tensions.
Kansas Man Charged with Threatening Trump Ahead of Wichita Visit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A Kansas man has been charged with threatening US President Donald Trump after allegedly posting a series of threats on social media ahead of the president’s planned visit to Wichita, the Justice Department said Monday.
French Premier Calls for Localized Curfews Starting Monday Evening amid Unrest
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Monday he had asked prefects to impose partial and localized curfews starting in the evening following violence and looting during weekend protests.
‘Liar,’ ‘Clown’: Lula, Bolsonaro Spar in Brazil Poll Debate
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Firing off personal attacks, Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing senator Flavio Bolsonaro held their first debate Sunday, a week before a tight presidential election race.
