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World news — October 12, 2026 - Page 3

World publications published on October 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 5.

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  4. WorldMiddle EastEarthEnergy Sci

    Chernobyl's Wildlife Thrives 40 Years After Disaster

    A new study published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B has found an impressive number of large animals thriving in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, a 2,600 square kilometer area in northern Ukraine largely inaccessible to humans since the reactor explosion in 1986. The 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster has brought an unexpected twist: it has become a sanctuary for wildlife. The study documents the presence of wolves, bears, lynxes, elks, and wild horses in the area, highlighting how the absence of humans has paradoxically transformed the region into a refuge for numerous animals.
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    Montenegrin Leaders Push for Constitutional Amendments to Advance EU Integration

    Leaders of Montenegro's Democratic Party and President Jakov Milatović urge all MPs to support constitutional amendments introducing mandatory integrity checks for future government officials. This move aims to facilitate the closure of negotiating chapter 23 and advance Montenegro's European Union (EU) accession. Antonio López-Istúriz Vajt, a prominent figure, expects at least two-thirds of the MPs to back these amendments, emphasizing the shared goal of fighting corruption and achieving full EU membership.
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    Neighbors Rescue Elderly Woman from Burning House in Stražovice

    Residents of Stražovice in the Hodonín region displayed remarkable bravery by rescuing an incapacitated elderly woman from a burning house before firefighters arrived. Two men entered the heavily smoked house, found the woman, and carried her out to safety. The rescue likely saved her life. Eleven fire departments were needed to extinguish the fire, which is believed to have started due to a stove. The damage exceeded one million crowns.
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    Philippines: 41kg Methamphetamine Seized in Cebu City, Worth PHP278 Million

    Philippine authorities conducted an entrapment operation in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City on October 10, 2026, leading to the seizure of 41 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine, valued at approximately PHP278 million. A 30-year-old suspect known as 'Erwin' was arrested. This is the largest drug bust in the Central Visayas region since 2016, according to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Office in Central Visayas (Region 7). The seized drugs have been sent to the laboratory for testing, and the suspect remains in PDEA custody.
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    US Treasury Secretary Calls European Criticism of US-Russia Diesel Deal Hypocritical

    US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent has slammed European countries for criticizing the agreement between the USA and Russia on the supply of diesel fuel, calling their stance 'hypocritical'. Bessent argued that since the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine, Europeans have paid Russia more money than they have provided to Ukraine, as they are unable to refuse Russian energy resources. He stated that their statements about not being able to take measures to reduce diesel prices are therefore 'pure hypocrisy'.
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    CSTO Exercises 'Indestructible Brotherhood' and 'Barrier' Begin in Belarus

    Military exercises involving the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) have begun in Belarus. The exercises, named 'Indestructible Brotherhood' and 'Barrier', involve contingents from Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan. Over 1,500 military personnel and more than 300 units of weapons and equipment, including drones, are participating. The exercises aim to work out the preparation and conduct of peacekeeping operations and the elimination of sources of biological threats.
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    Saudi Arabia Struggles with Air Defense Shortage Amid Houthi Attacks

    Saudi Arabia is facing a severe shortage of air defense interceptors, making it difficult to counter escalating attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The kingdom has been redeploying air-defense batteries nationwide to protect key energy infrastructure and royal palaces. Saudi officials have called for help from military ally Pakistan and are seeking additional air defenses from abroad. Despite advanced American systems like 'Thad' and 'Patriot', Saudi Arabia is struggling to intercept Houthi missiles and drones. The Houthis have seized Mocha on Yemen’s Red Sea coast and moved closer to the strategic Bab el-Mandeb strait, raising concerns about global oil supplies.
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    U.S. Threatens to Halt Weapons Supply to Ukraine Over Strikes on Russian Energy Infrastructure

    The Trump administration is reportedly pressuring Ukraine and European allies to stop attacks on Russian oil refineries, threatening to halt weapons supplies and intelligence sharing. This comes after President Trump announced an 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine, which Ukrainian President Zelensky said he was unaware of.
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  20. WorldEarth

    Iraq's Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Heat Wave Expected

    Iraq is set to experience varied weather conditions in the coming days, according to the Meteorological Authority. The northern and central regions are expected to see rainfall and thunderstorms, accompanied by light to moderate winds and dust storms. Temperatures are also predicted to rise significantly, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 43°C in Basra. The southern regions are expected to remain relatively stable.
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  21. WorldEarth

    Heavy Rainfall Warning Issued Across Turkey

    The Meteorology General Directorate has issued a heavy rainfall warning for a large part of Turkey. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in the South, including the Eastern Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia regions, as well as in the Marmara, North Aegean, and Western Black Sea regions. Fog and mist are expected in coastal areas, with no significant changes in temperatures. A decrease of 4 to 6 degrees in temperature is expected in the southern and western regions. Rainy weather is expected to continue throughout the week, with a yellow code alert issued for eight cities.
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