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North America news — October 7, 2026

Publications tagged with North America published on October 7, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

22 publications

  4. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth America

    British and US Intelligence Agencies Review Data After German Espionage Scandal

    British and American intelligence agencies are conducting internal investigations following an espionage scandal in Germany involving former BND chief August Hanning and senior official Manfred D. They are reviewing sensitive information shared with European allies to determine if their secret data and agent sources have been compromised. MI6, GCHQ, and several US intelligence agencies are involved in the urgent review.
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  5. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth AmericaPublic Health

    Russian Drones Attack Key Ukrainian Power Station, Causing Outages in Kiev

    Russian drones, including 'Geran-4/5' models, have repeatedly targeted the 750 kV 'Kiev' substation in Nalyvaikivka, Kiev region, which connects the Rivne nuclear power plant to the energy hub of Kiev. The attacks have caused power outages in Kiev and the surrounding region. The substation has suffered damage, including fires and hits to switchgear, but core equipment remains intact due to protective measures.
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  7. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Syria to Offer Iraq Land Route for Oil Exports Bypassing Hormuz

    Syria is set to provide Iraq with a terrestrial route for exporting crude oil, enabling Iraqi suppliers to avoid the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement, nearly finalized, involves transporting oil by truck to a Mediterranean port, with the first convoy expected in mid-October. Additionally, both countries are discussing the rehabilitation of the Haditha-Baniyas pipeline, with work potentially starting early next year.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Yemeni Attacks Damage Saudi Defense Facility at Riyadh Airport

    Satellite images from October 6 reveal damage to a facility at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The targeted facility belongs to AESSCO, a Saudi defense company specializing in electronics, technology, and aviation. The attack, attributed to Houthi rebels in Yemen, has raised concerns about the security of the capital's main airport and its impact on the country's defense industry.
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  10. BusinessNorth AmericaBudgetCorp Gov

    Wildberries Launches Digital Procurement Platform for Educational Institutions

    Wildberries has introduced a Digital Procurement Platform (CPZ) for educational institutions, enabling schools and kindergartens to conduct state procurements using the marketplace's logistics infrastructure. The platform allows purchases of up to 5 million rubles per procurement, featuring a recommended assortment by the Ministry of Education and Science, including stationery, household goods, equipment, and technology. It operates in test mode with a limited group of sellers initially, with plans to expand to accredited legal entities and individual entrepreneurs throughout Russia.
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  11. SocietyLocal GovNorth America

    Minor in Liceo Naval Case Leaves Peru Before Hearing

    One of the four minors released in the Liceo Naval sexual abuse case left Peru for the United States on September 22, just days before a scheduled hearing on October 9 where he was to testify. The minor's departure raised questions about the potential change in the legal status of the four minors who were initially released. The hearing will also include a new witness who supported the victim.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Turkey to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

    Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit Turkey from October 21 to 23, his first solo visit to the country. He will meet with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss strengthening bilateral relations in areas such as energy, mining, climate, defense, and security. The visit aims to deepen economic cooperation and expand trade exchanges between the two countries.
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  17. BusinessNorth AmericaTax

    Iraqi Dinar to US Dollar Exchange Rate Set at 1520

    The Central Bank of Iraq has officially set the exchange rate for the US dollar at 1520 Iraqi dinars. This decision, approved by the Iraqi government, means that the selling price of 100 dollars will be 152,000 dinars. The new rate comes after a period of volatility in the exchange market, with prices in Baghdad reaching as high as 185,000 dinars per 100 dollars. The new rate is expected to stabilize the market and facilitate transactions.
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  18. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Russian Military Losses Surpass 1.5 Million; Over 2,000 Killed in a Day

    The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the total combat losses of the Russian army have surpassed 1.5 million, with over 2,000 personnel killed in a single day. This includes significant losses in equipment such as tanks, artillery systems, and aircraft. The Ukrainian military continues to inflict heavy losses on the Russian forces.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaLogistics

    Iranian Delegation Visits Kabul to Boost Economic Relations

    An Iranian parliamentary delegation, led by Mohsen Zanganeh, has arrived in Kabul to strengthen and expand economic and trade relations between Afghanistan and Iran. The delegation aims to meet with high-ranking officials of the Islamic Emirate to discuss the expansion of economic and trade cooperation, facilitation of relations between private sectors, increase in trade exchanges, and creation of new opportunities for joint cooperation. The delegation also plans to discuss the construction of the Herat-Mazar-e-Sharif railway, mining, and power generation sectors.
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  20. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia Prepares Massive Missile Strike on Ukraine

    Russian forces have redeployed strategic bombers, including Tu-95MS and Tu-160, to airfields near the Ukrainian border. They have also loaded ballistic missile complexes and have 'Kalibr' carriers in the Black and Caspian seas. Intelligence suggests that the strike, which could involve up to 70 missiles, is imminent and may target critical infrastructure in Kyiv and other regions.
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