The war in Ukraine, the Middle East and the world's other conflicts.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says US President Donald Trump is trying to pressure Ukraine to surrender to Russia’s invasion. “We have dangerous days ahead of us, until the election,” Zelensky said in an interview with Bloomberg, referring to the US midterm elections. Trump responded with another attack on Zelensky.
ConflictsMajor oil facilities have caught fire in one of Ukraine’s largest drone attacks on Russia to date. In St. Petersburg, explosions kept people awake. Fires broke out in several places, including at major oil facilities.
ConflictsSeveral attacks targeted Ukraine overnight into Saturday. At least one person was killed and several others injured.
ConflictsThe government of Congo-Kinshasa says former President Joseph Kabila is planning “a large-scale attack” and has allied himself with the M23 rebel movement, which is fighting in the east of the country. M23 is backed by neighboring Rwanda.
ConflictsPope Leo XIV and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone on Friday, the Vatican said. Pope Leo urged Putin to declare a ceasefire in Russia’s full-scale war of aggression against Ukraine.
ConflictsUkraine is beginning to use drones to transport organs for transplantation, the country’s Health Ministry announced.
ConflictsThe Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthi movement in Yemen says it has intercepted missiles and drones heading towards targets in Saudi Arabia. Houthi rockets have also hit targets near Aden airport.
ConflictsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is thanking Europe’s “real leaders” for their support amid the latest spat with US President Donald Trump. He also sees a glimmer of hope for the Starlink satellite service. Has it been restored? No, but it is on its way back, Zelensky says at a press conference.
ConflictsRussia claims to have shot down 644 Ukrainian drones overnight, the country’s Defense Ministry said.
ConflictsSaudi Arabia's leader, Mohammed bin Salman, has ruled over a brutal but wealthy dictatorship. But the country is now rocked by a faltering economy and intense attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi movement. His enemies might say he is out of control, says Saudi expert Thord Jansson.
ConflictsAt least five people were reported killed in new attacks in Ukraine on Friday. Poland scrambled fighter jets to protect its airspace.
ConflictsThe Iran-backed Houthi movement is attacking the presidential palace and several government buildings in Aden, Yemen. At least four people have been killed in the attacks, which also targeted military sites.
ConflictsThe Starlink satellite network provides high-speed internet, which is essential in modern warfare. Ukraine uses it in its drone war and for communications between units - and is now accusing the US of restricting access. Here's what we know about the Starlink controversy.
ConflictsThe US energy deal with Russia and the interruption of satellite information to Ukraine are raising concerns at the EU summit in Brussels.
ConflictsThe relationship between Ukraine and the United States is tense, to say the least. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is now calling for “honesty” from his partners, addressing the United States in particular. “It is important that everyone in the United States does not side with the aggressor,” Zelenskyy writes on X.
ConflictsUkraine's military says it has attacked a Russian oil refinery. Russia launched several deadly airstrikes on Ukraine overnight, The Kyiv Independent reports.
ConflictsThe fact that the US has withheld intelligence about Russian attacks from Ukraine can be interpreted as a sharp signal, says US expert Jan Hallenberg.
ConflictsThe US may have deliberately withheld information about Russian attacks on Ukraine this week, sparking anger in Ukraine. Elon Musk, the owner of the Starlink satellite system, denies the accusations and points to the US government.
ConflictsA ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh, the Saudi Arabian capital, has been shot down, the Saudi-led alliance says. Several large explosions have been heard in the city, the AFP news agency reports.
ConflictsAt least 10 people have been killed and more than 90 injured in Russian attacks in Ukraine over the past 24 hours, the Kyiv Independent reports.
ConflictsRussia has attacked a combined heat and power plant in Kyiv, Volodymyr Zelenskyy writes in a post on X.
ConflictsThe Shiite militia Hezbollah will compensate Lebanese people whose homes were destroyed during the war with Israel.
ConflictsUS President Donald Trump’s talk of an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine caused confusion. He is now trying to clarify the matter. “They are in agreement. They are in agreement because I said they are in agreement. This has to end,” Trump told reporters outside the White House.
ConflictsTwo ships have been hit by drones off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast. One has sunk, and eleven people are missing, the country’s leadership says.
ConflictsNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un inaugurated a defense museum over the weekend, showcasing several weapons systems. The museum is a “national treasure” and represents the “strong spirit of the Korean people,” according to the state news agency KCNA.
ConflictsThe Houthi movement has repeatedly managed to attack targets in Saudi Arabia, which spends enormous amounts on its military. Officials told the AP on condition of anonymity that an investigation is underway into how missiles have repeatedly bypassed the country’s air defenses in recent weeks.
ConflictsThe Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was targeted by Russian attacks late Monday night. The Kyiv Independent reports several explosions in the city.
ConflictsJoseph Kabila has joined forces with the M23 rebel group and will lead a new movement in Congo-Kinshasa, the parties said at a joint press conference.
ConflictsThe Houthi movement has warned the United States against actively intervening in the conflict in Yemen. If it does, the Iran-backed movement will respond “swiftly and painfully,” a spokesman says. Just hours later, loud explosions were reported in Riyadh.
ConflictsClear signs of progress on a new minority law in Ukraine have paved the way for broader negotiations on EU membership.
ConflictsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he will call elections if Russia agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. But the Kremlin has rejected the idea, saying one day is enough.
ConflictsA desperate push to lower gasoline prices ahead of the US midterm elections may be behind Donald Trump’s talk of a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. He has said many things about the war in Ukraine that have not been true, says US expert Dag Blanck.
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Police are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
CrimeA ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
SwedenThe Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
Swedish politicsAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
SwedenA man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape in Umeå, police said.
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The rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politicsThe flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
ConflictsBritish police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
ConflictsFrench prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
WorldPortuguese police have stormed tent camps in Lisbon and Porto set up in protest against soaring housing prices. Thirteen people have been arrested, and several are reported to have been injured.
ConflictsViolence broke out in several places in Germany in connection with large demonstrations on Saturday. There are now calls for harsh punishments for those responsible. The rioters and looters will be identified and held accountable. This violence must be met with harsh punishments, says Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt.
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The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
TechnologyHandelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessThe decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
BusinessBinance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon - on his marathon debut. It’s practically impossible, says running icon Anders Gärderud to Radiosporten.
SportsThe Swedish football derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg was halted after unrest broke out in the stands. Several people were arrested.
FootballVäxjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
Ice hockeyAndreas Almgren wins the New York Marathon. The Swede dominated the race, winning the major event in his marathon debut in 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
SportsHammarby beat Swedish champions Uppsala 7–0 away, as expected. Despite the win, Häcken can secure the league title on its own on Monday.
FootballTeam Oskar Eriksson bounced back immediately after losing in the semifinals. The Swedish men won the bronze medal match against hosts the Czech Republic, 6–4.
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Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
EntertainmentAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & filmThe year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
EntertainmentHeidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
EntertainmentThere has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & filmAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
SwedenSwedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in SwedenSweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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