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Daily news brief — 8 October 2026

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Plus, Giorgia Meloni threatens to resign in Italy, deadly strikes hit Ukraine, and 4 other key stories

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Tanker attacked off Qatar coast amid rising tensions in Strait of Hormuz

A tanker sailing off the north coast of Qatar was struck by multiple projectiles on Wednesday, causing an unknown number of casualties. The attack occurred as Iran declared it would close a route in the Strait of Hormuz used to bypass its shipping blockade.

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The incident comes amid a rise in maritime attacks that have helped push oil prices above $100 per barrel.

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Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukraine kill 28

Russia launched a wave of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, killing at least 28 people. The deadliest strike hit a five-story residential building in Pryluky, where 20 people were killed, including five children.

Why it matters

The strikes targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, forcing the energy ministry to schedule power cuts in some parts of the country to save energy.

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Russian missile and drone strikes across Ukraine kill at least 24

Russian missile and drone strikes targeted Kyiv and several other Ukrainian regions overnight, killing at least 24 people and wounding dozens. The deadliest strike hit an apartment building in the northern city of Pryluky, where at least 18 people, including four children, were killed.

Why it matters

The devastating barrage highlights Ukraine's ongoing shortages of U.S.-made Patriot missiles and the difficulty of intercepting Russia's newer jet-powered drones.

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Italian Prime Minister Meloni threatens resignation over electoral overhaul vote

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has threatened to resign if lawmakers reject her highly contested electoral overhaul. The warning comes ahead of a crucial secret ballot on the proposed voting system redesign.

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Eritrean troops deploy in Ethiopia's Tigray region

Eritrean troops equipped with heavy weaponry have deployed in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region, moving south through the town of Adigrat. In response, Ethiopian forces have reportedly conducted airstrikes against these Eritrean units.

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France bans use of stun grenades following injury during student protests

France has banned the use of stun grenades following an incident where a boy's hand was blown off during student protests. The decision follows complaints from several groups accusing the police of using disproportionate force against teenagers.

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EU and UK officials discuss avoiding 10% electric vehicle tariffs

The European Commission and the United Kingdom are working together to prevent a 10% tariff on cross-channel electric vehicle exports. The extra duties, scheduled to take effect in less than three months, would apply to vehicles that fail to meet strict local battery content rules.

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