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World news — November 8, 2026 - Page 5

World publications published on November 8, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 6.

131 publications

  1. WorldMiddle East

    500 Cubic Meters of Oil Leaked from JANAF Pipeline in Croatia

    An oil spill occurred on the Sisak - Slavonski Brod pipeline in Croatia, with approximately 500 cubic meters of oil leaking into the surroundings. Around 200 cubic meters have been collected so far. The company JANAF confirmed the incident and stated that there is no threat to the population. The leak was caused by damage to the pipeline near the settlement of Prvča, but there was no pollution of surface or groundwater.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    Montenegro Traffic Updates: Wet Roads, Slippery Conditions, Bridge Reconstruction

    Traffic in Montenegro is moderate, with wet and slippery roads in higher mountainous regions. Minor landslides may occur along gorges and valleys. Drivers are advised to be cautious and adjust their speed to weather conditions. The Djurdjevica Tara bridge on the M-6 motorway is undergoing reconstruction, causing alternating traffic between Pljevlja and Žabljak. Several regional roads are closed or have alternating traffic due to reconstruction and maintenance works.
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  6. WorldMiddle East

    Power Outages Affect Thousands in Krasnoyarsk Krai and Donetsk

    In Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, power outages have affected multiple settlements, with thousands of residents left without electricity. The cause is attributed to heavy snowfall and damage to power lines. Emergency situations have been declared, and repair crews are working to restore power. In Donetsk, Ukraine, an accident has left over 120,000 subscribers without electricity, with emergency repairs ongoing.
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  7. WorldMiddle EastPublic Health

    Russian Strikes Hit Power Stations and Ships in Ukraine

    Russian forces conducted a series of strikes on power stations and ships in Ukraine. Multiple power stations across various regions, including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Cherkasy, and Vinnytsia, were hit. These strikes targeted electrical substations and power plants, disrupting energy supply to defense enterprises and civilian populations. Additionally, several ships carrying weapons, military equipment, and dual-purpose cargo for the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) in the Black Sea were hit. The strikes are part of Russia's ongoing efforts to weaken Ukraine's electricity infrastructure and supply chains.
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  12. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Iran Tells Russia: No Talks with US Without Guarantees

    Iran's top security official, Major General Mohsen Rezaei, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin for three hours, discussing strategic cooperation and Iran's stance on US-Iran relations. Rezaei emphasized that Iran would not engage in talks with the US without credible guarantees, citing past US violations of commitments. He also stressed that negotiations alone would not end the conflict, as Washington has used dialogue as a cover for aggression. The two sides agreed to strengthen military and security cooperation.
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  13. WorldMiddle East

    COP31 Climate Summit Begins in Antalya

    The 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change began on Monday, November 9, in Antalya, Turkey. Nearly 200 nations gathered to discuss emissions cuts, climate adaptation, and climate finance. Key topics include geopolitical divisions, fossil fuel use, and implementation of national climate pledges. The summit aims to turn climate objectives into concrete progress.
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  14. WorldEarth

    Snowfall Expected in Moscow Over Weekend

    Moscow is expected to experience snowfall and icy roads over the weekend, starting from Friday night. Snow has already begun in some parts of the city, with more expected throughout the day and into the night. Temperatures are predicted to drop below zero after 22:00. While some meteorologists suggest the snow may melt by the end of the weekend, others warn of potential ice formation on roads during the night on Sunday. Next week is expected to bring unusually warm weather for this time of year.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastEarth

    Earthquake in Japan Injures Dozens

    A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan early Sunday, shattering store windows, causing people to flee buildings, and leaving at least 22 people injured, according to local media. The quake, which occurred at 1:04 AM local time, had its epicenter about 40 kilometers deep in Shizuoka Prefecture and registered 5.0 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale in Chita, Aichi Prefecture. Tremors were felt in several nearby prefectures, including Gifu, Nagano, and Yamanashi. No tsunami risk was posed by the earthquake.
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  23. WorldMiddle East

    UN Warns of Afghanistan's Deepening Crisis Five Years After Taliban Return

    The United Nations has cautioned that Afghanistan is facing a dire humanitarian crisis five years after the Taliban's takeover, with widespread restrictions on women's and girls' rights, a fragile economy, refugee influx, and dwindling aid. Bruno Lemarquis, the UN's Deputy Special Representative, highlighted the threats to regional security and stability if the international community ignores Afghanistan's plight.
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