Satellite imagery analysis has revealed extensive damage to the Sea Oil Terminal oil depot in Feodosia following Ukrainian drone strikes. The attacks, occurring on October 6 and 13, resulted in the complete destruction of 11 tanks, with additional severe damage to others. Out of a total of 43 tanks, only 7 remain undamaged. These strikes, including a previous 2024 attack, targeted the largest oil transshipment facility in Crimea, a crucial supply point for the Russian occupation army.
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Dutch intelligence services are reducing information sharing with the United States, citing concerns over the politicization of intelligence and human rights violations under President Trump’s administration. This shift marks a departure from decades of close collaboration with US agencies like the CIA and NSA, with sharing now considered on a case-by-case basis. Simultaneously, cooperation within Europe is increasing, particularly among northern European intelligence services, driven by the ongoing war in Ukraine. Furthermore, the directors warned of cyber threats from Russia and China, urging caution for Dutch travelers to China due to potential data breaches and advocating for broader powers to act faster against cyberattacks.
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Gaza experienced its most violent day since the signing of a ceasefire agreement in Egypt. Both Israel and Hamas accused each other of violating the agreement, leading to the deaths of numerous Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers. Israeli warplanes retaliated against Hamas, while Hamas accused Israel of supporting a criminal gang. In an effort to stabilize the situation, American envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are scheduled to visit Israel, and Israel will allow aid to resume, though the Rafah crossing remains closed.
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During a White House meeting, former US President Donald Trump reportedly urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to accept Russia’s terms for ending the war, even warning that Vladimir Putin threatened to destroy Ukraine if it refused. This tense encounter included Trump echoing Putin’s talking points, pushing aside battlefield maps, and repeatedly lecturing Zelenskyy, disappointing European allies hoping for stronger support. Trump allegedly relayed Putin’s offer involving the surrender of Donbas regions in exchange for small areas elsewhere. Zelenskyy, however, reportedly rejected the possibility of transferring any additional non-occupied territories to Russia.
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The Saudi government has announced the end of its Kafala system, a decades-old labor framework that bound migrant workers to their employers. This significant reform, slated for implementation in June 2025, will grant an estimated 13 million foreign workers greater freedom. The ability to change jobs and exit the country without sponsor consent marks a crucial step toward improved worker rights and increased mobility within the Kingdom.
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Following U.S. pressure, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the reopening of Gaza crossings for humanitarian aid. This decision, conveyed through Netanyahu’s office, is contingent upon the cessation of bombings in the region. Initially, the crossings were to be closed until further notice, but this stance was reversed. The move aims to allow the entry of aid trucks once the active conflict subsides.
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Following a Hamas ceasefire violation, the transfer of aid into Gaza has been halted “until further notice” by an Israeli security official. Israeli forces responded with airstrikes, resulting in numerous casualties in central and southern Gaza, according to health officials. Ongoing efforts are underway to deescalate the situation, with a focus on addressing the ceasefire’s second phase, which includes disarming Hamas and discussing future governance of the territory. The Rafah border crossing, previously uncontrolled by Israel, remains closed, impacting Palestinians seeking medical treatment or travel.
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Following his US trip, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged allies not to appease Russia, despite failing to secure long-range Tomahawk missiles. He called for decisive action from European and American partners amidst escalated Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure, leaving many without essential services. While Trump expressed optimism about a deal after a call with Putin, Moscow continued its offensive, intensifying strikes and claiming to have captured villages. Meanwhile, a drone strike on a Gazprom plant in Russia disrupted supplies from a Kazakh oil and gas field.
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President Trump recently urged both Kyiv and Moscow to halt the war where they are and suggested that they allow each side to claim victory. Following a White House meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Trump signaled a change in his stance on the war, leaning against providing Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles, which Zelenskyy sought to gain an advantage in the conflict. This shift in rhetoric came after a phone call with Russian President Putin, during which the leader warned that providing Ukraine with Tomahawks would damage the relationship between the countries. These actions represent a divergence from Trump’s prior openness to helping Ukraine win and highlight his ongoing efforts to broker a peace deal.
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