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Gadi Eisenkot is the main opposition candidate in Israel’s elections this month. Known for his honest image, he contrasts sharply with Benjamin Netanyahu. Analyst Mairav Zonszein said, “He’s not sleek. He’s not corrupt.” While he pushes for investigations into the 7 October 2023 attack, he remains evasive on key peace issues.
Drought in Afghanistan forces families to sell young girls as brides to repay debts. Eleven-year-old Khatira, sold in Badghis province, said, “I am still a child, it cannot be good to be married.” Many families lost their income due to climate change, leaving them with no choice but this practice.
The IMF said on Thursday that prolonged war and renewed disruptions pose the biggest risk to Middle East economies. Jihad Azour noted, "These buffers bought time, but they are finite." The lender expects a deep contraction of 1.3% in the region for 2026, though growth should rebound by 2027.
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died Monday after he was thrown from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. The park closed nine similar rides following the accident. Experts now demand stricter national safety rules, as Brian Avery asked, "Who’s watching those in these organizations to ensure that?"
The Trump administration rejected a recommendation on October 14 that US immigration officials use technology to automatically activate body cameras. The government watchdog suggested this to improve accountability. However, the Department of Homeland Security said automatic activation risked privacy and operational issues, noting that training for officers remains ongoing.
A Comoros-flagged tanker named Yara J caught fire in Romanian waters on Wednesday, forcing the crew to evacuate. Defence Minister Radu Miruta said it was unclear if a drone hit the ship. This incident follows recent drone attacks on vessels near Bulgaria, raising serious security concerns across the Black Sea.
JD Vance attacked Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico during a rally in Tyler, Texas, on Wednesday. Vance joked, "I love you too sir. In a totally platonic way, to be clear. I'm the vice president, not James Talarico." This personal broadside shows the aggressive tone of this expensive midterm race.
The Trump administration is investigating Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar to revoke her citizenship and deport her, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday. Authorities are examining immigration records from when she arrived as a refugee. Omar’s office said the investigation is baseless. Agents recently raided her home and took personal items.
A 14-year-old boy died after he got electrocuted in Istanbul during heavy rain on Wednesday. Torrential downpours flooded hundreds of homes and caused roads to cave in across the city. Governor Davut Gul urged residents to stay home on Thursday, as authorities suspended classes and banned motorcycles from the roads.