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Three Saudi citizens, including an airline pilot, were killed in attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport and a Saudia aircraft, Saudi civil aviation authorities said on 9 October, according to the Associated Press. Yemen’s Houthi group claimed it carried out a missile attack. Saudi authorities had not publicly identified those responsible in their initial statement.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Japan criticized Russia’s request for the Netherlands to extradite International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and eight other officials, the Associated Press reported on 9 October. Russia issued warrants for the officials after the ICC’s actions related to the war in Ukraine. The extradition request does not mean the Netherlands will grant it.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Heavy rain caused flooding and mudslides in Santiago and nearby areas of Chile on 9 October, the Associated Press reported. Authorities said homes and roads were affected and residents were evacuated; early reports said at least six people were injured. Local officials declared an emergency as rescue and recovery work continued.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Researchers at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo trained two sea lions and two fur seals to respond to tones during hearing tests, Euronews reported on 9 October. The study found the animals were most sensitive to sounds around 3.2 kilohertz. Researchers hope the work will help assess how underwater noise affects marine mammals.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026An Interpol-coordinated operation across 17 countries in Europe and Central Asia seized 2,823 firearms, nearly 400 grenades and explosives, and more than 40,000 rounds of ammunition, Interpol said on 9 October. The two-week operation also led to 152 arrests. Investigations are continuing.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026France’s education minister pledged 3,000 substitute teachers for the country’s most affected high schools after student protests over school conditions and staff shortages, CNA reported on 8 October. The teachers are expected to replace absent staff at 114 schools. The government said it would present a broader response plan later in October.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs said on 9 October that its director-general had withdrawn a directive on receiving asylum applications. The government said the directive was issued after a Constitutional Court judgment and that officials would develop a new operational approach. The statement did not say the withdrawal changed the underlying court ruling.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Oil prices eased on 9 October after comments about possible US-Iran discussions, Reuters reported via Yahoo Finance. Energy markets remain sensitive to geopolitical developments and shipping risks. The price movement reflects trading at the time of the report and is not a forecast.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026The European Union and China have reached an interim understanding on Chinese electric vehicle exports, an EU envoy told the Associated Press on 9 October. The arrangement could allow price undertakings as an alternative to EU tariffs, while further technical work continues. The deal aims to manage a trade dispute rather than settle all EU–China trade differences.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026The European Union’s trade commissioner visited Beijing on 7 October for talks with Chinese officials as both sides sought to address trade tensions. The Associated Press reported that discussions included trade measures affecting European and Chinese businesses. The visit preceded a later announcement of an interim arrangement on electric vehicle trade.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Germany announced additional military assistance for Ukraine, the Associated Press reported on 4 October. The package forms part of Berlin’s continuing support as Ukraine defends against Russia’s full-scale invasion. Details and delivery schedules are subject to the German government’s announcement.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026An international operation targeting environmental crime in Latin America and the Caribbean resulted in 233 arrests, the Associated Press reported on 7 October. Interpol said the operation involved police agencies across the region; arrests and seizures covered multiple environmental offences.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Health responders in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo described shortages and logistical problems as Ebola cases continued to spread, the Associated Press reported on 7 October. Government data cited by AP showed more than 8,500 cases in the outbreak. Health authorities are working to expand treatment and response efforts.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Islamic State-affiliated militants attacked a military base in northeastern Nigeria, killing several soldiers, Nigerian military officials said on 7 October, according to the Associated Press. The military said the attack took place in a region where armed groups have operated for years.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Scientists are studying how wind shear linked to El Niño and unusually warm Gulf waters may affect Hurricane Isaias. The Associated Press reported that the competing conditions can influence the storm’s strength. Researchers said the science does not replace official forecasts or local safety warnings.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Residents along the US Gulf Coast boarded windows and gathered supplies as Hurricane Isaias approached on 8 October. The Associated Press reported that National Guard troops and emergency personnel were deployed in affected areas. Officials advised residents to follow evacuation orders and local forecasts.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Hurricane Isaias strengthened to Category 3 on Friday as it moved toward the US Gulf Coast, the Associated Press reported. Forecasters warned of dangerous storm surge, damaging winds and heavy rain, with landfall expected near the Alabama–Florida line. Residents were urged to follow local emergency instructions.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026A Russian guided bomb struck near public buses in Kramatorsk on 8 October, killing at least 30 people, Ukrainian authorities told the Associated Press. The attack also disrupted public transport in the area. The report attributes the death toll to local authorities.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026Ukrainian regional officials said Russian strikes killed three people and wounded at least eight across Ukraine on Friday, 9 October. The Associated Press reported that more than 50 people had been killed in Russian bombardments over the preceding three days. The figures are attributed to officials and may be revised.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026The United States announced new sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, the Associated Press reported on 9 October. The court and its supporters say such measures threaten its independence; Washington has criticized the court’s actions. The announcement is part of a continuing dispute over the ICC’s jurisdiction and cases.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026The Nobel Committee has awarded its 2026 Peace Prize to human-rights jurist Navi Pillay, citing her work promoting peace and international law.
Nepal Ireland News Desk · 9/10/2026