The world today · 15 Oct 2026
A school roof collapse in Peshawar killed at least 20 children, the deadliest single event of the day. Ukraine resumed strikes on Russian refineries and accused the US over Starlink limits, while Houthi missiles hit Yemen's presidential palace in Aden and drone attacks left sailors missing in the Black Sea.
A school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing at least 20 children and a teacher and injuring more than 40 people. Pakistan's prime minister urged rescuers to speed up the search for survivors.
At Least 20 Children Dead After School Roof Collapses in Pakistan
President Zelensky said Ukraine would resume strikes on Russian oil refineries, which he had paused at US request, and Russia says the attacks have resumed. Ukraine accused the United States of helping Russia by failing to warn it of incoming missiles and through Starlink changes it says hobble its military response, while Elon Musk says the US government may be behind the slowdown. EU leaders met in Brussels to discuss the bloc's budget and support for Kyiv, with no immediate deal in sight.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Will Resume Russian Refinery Strikes, Defying… · Russia says Ukraine resumes attacks on oil refineries · Ukraine struggles with Starlink and US satellite data as missiles…
Houthi missiles struck the Maashiq Presidential Palace in Aden, killing two people, a Yemeni minister said, adding that the prime minister was unhurt. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted a missile targeting the region around Medina, which the Houthis deny firing, and issued new security alerts after the Houthis hit a Saudi oil company building. The Saudi-led coalition accuses the Houthis of obtaining missile parts from regional states, and Saudi Arabia says Iran is fuelling the conflict.
Yemen Says Prime Minister Unhurt After Iran-Backed Houthis Strike… · Houthis target Yemen’s presidential palace in Aden with missiles · Houthis deny targeting holy city of Medina after Saudi Arabia says…
Romania reported seven people missing after two drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea, where several vessels have been hit recently in suspected fallout from the Ukraine war. A search and rescue operation is under way after a suspected drone attack on the Wine Trader tanker. India urged Russia and Ukraine to ensure safe commercial shipping, citing risks to Indian seafarers.
Seven missing off Romania after latest Black Sea drone attacks · Eight crew missing in tanker fire off Romania's coast · Ship catches fire in Romania’s waters amid rising attacks in the…
US media report the military is considering plans to use the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, known as the 'Mother of All Bombs', in Iran.
North Korea tested two submarine-launched missiles, according to state media. KCNA says the tests showcase the country's war deterrent capabilities in the region.
North Korea tests two submarine-launched missiles, state media reports
Thousands of student-led protesters fought riot police using water cannon and tear gas in Tirana for a third straight day, as Prime Minister Edi Rama rejected calls to resign. Protesters cite corruption, education neglect and coastline sales to a Kushner-backed resort, and government buildings were set alight on Wednesday.
Albania's PM Rama refuses to resign as student protesters clash with… · Police and protesters face off in Albania on third day of anti-govt… · Albania’s prime minister vows not to resign over student-led protests
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