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Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news 31 October 2026 at 10:11

Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 10:11

Regional leaders called for calm Saturday as fears of a new escalation between the U.S., Israel and Iran grow

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Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news 31 October 2026 at 10:11

Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news

The Independent News

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 10:11

Regional leaders called for calm Saturday as fears of a new escalation between the U.S., Israel and Iran grow

Independent
Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news 31 October 2026 at 10:11

Mideast leaders call for calm as fears mount of a renewed war in the region, and other Mideast news

Independent

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 10:11

Regional leaders called for calm Saturday as fears of a new escalation between the U.S., Israel and Iran grow

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Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory 31 October 2026 at 09:39

Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 09:39

Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky in Ukraine have arrived in Belarus as part of a major rescue operation

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Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory 31 October 2026 at 09:39

Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory

The Independent News

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 09:39

Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky in Ukraine have arrived in Belarus as part of a major rescue operation

Independent
Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory 31 October 2026 at 09:39

Civilians from war-ravaged Oleshky arrive in Belarus on their way to Ukrainian territory

Independent

By: The Associated Press

31 October 2026 at 09:39

Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky in Ukraine have arrived in Belarus as part of a major rescue operation

The Independent
Saudi Arabia says drone intercepted near Islam's holiest city, and other Mideast news 30 October 2026 at 08:28

Saudi Arabia says drone intercepted near Islam's holiest city, and other Mideast news

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

30 October 2026 at 08:28

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels near Islam’s holiest city, a claim the Houthis denied

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Saudi Arabia says drone intercepted near Islam's holiest city, and other Mideast news 30 October 2026 at 08:28

Saudi Arabia says drone intercepted near Islam's holiest city, and other Mideast news

The Independent News

By: The Associated Press

30 October 2026 at 08:28

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels near Islam’s holiest city, a claim the Houthis denied

The Independent
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists 29 October 2026 at 23:00

The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists

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By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 23:00

Oct. 23 - 29, 2026

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Brazil reelects Lula and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean 29 October 2026 at 21:30

Brazil reelects Lula and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean

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By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 21:30

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won reelection bucking a regional trend of victories for right-of-center presidential candidates allied with Trump. Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado returned to the country after months in exile. Panama hosted an underwater lionfish-catching tournament aimed at controlling the spread of the invasive species.

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Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and George Takei among those paying tribute to Patrick Stewart 29 October 2026 at 21:11

Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and George Takei among those paying tribute to Patrick Stewart

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 21:11

Patrick Stewart, the beloved actor known for his roles as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in “Star Trek” and Professor Charles Xavier in “X-Men,” has died at 86

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Israel awaits final election results and other top photos from the Middle East 29 October 2026 at 18:23

Israel awaits final election results and other top photos from the Middle East

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By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 18:23

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu makes unsupported claims of election theft by Arab-led parties as votes are counted. A Lebanese artist transforms shrapnel from Israeli munitions into art. Soccer star Mohamed Salah’s move to Turkey’s Trabzonspor sparks excitement among fans.

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The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists 29 October 2026 at 18:04

The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 18:04

From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.

The Independent
Iran says 3 oil tankers struck mines, and other Mideast news 29 October 2026 at 11:35

Iran says 3 oil tankers struck mines, and other Mideast news

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 11:35

Iran says three tankers struck mines and exploded while attempting to exit the Strait of Hormuz through an unauthorized route

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King tides flood US coastal communities, in photos 29 October 2026 at 00:12

King tides flood US coastal communities, in photos

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

29 October 2026 at 00:12

King tides have flooded coastal communities, inundating streets and sending seawater into homes and businesses. Driven by the gravitational pull of the Earth, moon and sun, the exceptionally high tides began with this week's full moon.

The Independent
The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists 28 October 2026 at 19:49

The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

28 October 2026 at 19:49

From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.

The Independent
Photos of Dolores Huerta’s lifetime of advocacy for farmworkers and civil rights 28 October 2026 at 17:57

Photos of Dolores Huerta’s lifetime of advocacy for farmworkers and civil rights

The Independent

By: The Associated Press

28 October 2026 at 17:57

Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the United Farm Workers and coined the rallying cry “Sí, se puede!” died of cancer Wednesday at her California home. She was 96. Her decades of organizing inspired generations of activists and public servants.