Paris museums close amid fears of renewed unrest across France

Major museums in Paris closed as French authorities prepared for renewed nationwide protests, deploying up to 70,000 officers, helicopters, armored vehicles and water cannons, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez.

Protesters, police clash in Turin during demonstrations across Italy

Protesters and police clashed in Turin on Saturday, during one of the demonstrations organised in various cities across Italy, one week after looting and clashes with police in Milan.

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Energy Crisis Outcome of War with Iran/ Why Has Cost of Conflicts Fallen on the People of Europe?

A researcher affiliated with the Geneva Centre for Security Policy believes that Trump not only places the bulk of the burden of aid to Ukraine on Europeans, but his administration also imposes the consequences of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and, more recently, the Bab al-Mandab Strait on Europe and, increasingly, on other parts of the world.

London: War with Iran Placed Heavy Pressure on Livelihood of British People

The British Foreign Secretary said that this conflict has become too prolonged, has inflicted great harm on British citizens, and the country cannot bear its continuation.

British Parliament Launched Inquiry into Inefficiency of Mosque Security Scheme

The British Parliament, following criticisms of the performance of the government's mosque security scheme, has launched an inquiry into its inefficiency.

Analysis: Macron and France Bearing the Fallout of Iran War and Consequent Energy Crisis

The Israeli-American war of aggression against Iran has now gone far beyond the battleground and Strait of Hormuz, becoming one of the factors squeezing the European citizens economically. In France, rising fuel prices and living costs and growing social discontent with public services combined have triggered a new wave of protests, putting the government of President Emmanuel Macron in one of the most difficult political conditions in the closing months of presidency.

Ukraine deployed thousands of micro-drones in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region

According to a security source cited by Tasnim, Ukraine has deployed thousands of micro-drones in Iraq’s Kurdistan Region and established a regional operational network involving several countries surrounding Iran.

Analysis / Behind Closed School Doors: Azerbaijan Govt. Secularism vs. Islamic Identity of Society

Images of schoolgirls left stranded behind closed doors, along with protests from their families, reverberated not only across social media and domestic outlets but internationally as well, because this ban was unfolding not in a Western, non-Muslim country, but in a nation with an overwhelmingly Muslim majority.

Yellow Vest members and students join protests across France

Protests took place in Paris, Marseille and other French cities over rising living costs, fuel and energy prices, wages, pensions and educational conditions. Police used tear gas in Paris as clashes and searches were reported.

Hundreds protest Israel’s war on Gaza in Stockholm

Hundreds protested in Stockholm on Saturday against Israel’s war on Gaza, carrying Palestinian flags and calling for freedom for Palestine, an end to the genocide and a boycott of Israel.

Protesters rally in London against Azerbaijan’s hijab ban in schools

Dozens of people gathered outside the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Holland Park, west London, on Friday evening, 16 October 2026, to protest against the Azerbaijani government’s ban on the hijab in educational institutions. They stood in solidarity with Muslim women and girls who wear the hijab, and with their right to practise their faith and continue their education without pressure or discrimination.

Spanish Prime Minister says US-Israeli war on Iran has cost Europeans over €100 billion

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has said the US-Israeli war on Iran has cost Europeans more than €100bn.

Nearly half of Muslims would consider leaving France if Le Pen wins election: Poll

A new poll has shown that approximately half of the Muslims living in France would consider leaving the country if Marine Le Pen wins the presidential election.

The Guardian reports at least 250 student protesters injured in France

At least 250 student protesters have reportedly been injured in France as demonstrations over poor school conditions and teacher shortages enter their third week. Around 500,000 people reportedly joined rallies nationwide, while a recent poll found that nearly 60% of the French public support the protests.

Iran’s embassy in Germany rejects Hamburg court ruling against Tehran

Iran’s Embassy in Germany has dismissed a Hamburg court ruling based on security-related and baseless claims against Tehran as invalid, describing it as part of the West’s double standards and political posturing against Iran.

Leaked emails expose German ex-intelligence chief’s ties to Mossad: Report

Leaked emails have revealed business and political ties between former German intelligence chief August Hanning and ex-Mossad director Danny Yatom, including discussions about German political candidates and proposed intelligence assessments, a report says.

Report: 76 academics in US and Canada fired over pro-Palestinian positions

The Association for West Asian Studies reported 196 punitive actions against academics and educational staff in the United States and Canada since October 7, 2023, over alleged pro-Palestinian positions or activities.

Analysis / Fairford: London’s unsupported allegations and questions over Britain’s responsibility

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned London’s allegations regarding the incident at Fairford Air Base, describing them as a ploy to help Britain evade accountability for its involvement in the US and Israeli regime’s military aggression against Iran.

Azerbaijan blocks social media access as hijab protests continue

Social media users in Azerbaijan have reported difficulties accessing Instagram and TikTok amid protests against school uniform rules that effectively restrict Islamic headscarves. Authorities say 37 people were arrested following alleged disturbances at schools in Baku.

Israel brands Netherlands 'antisemitism hotspot' over ban on Israeli football fans

Israel accused the Netherlands of becoming an "antisemitism hotspot" Monday after authorities in the Dutch city of Alkmaar upheld a ban on Israeli football fans attending a Europa League match despite diplomatic pressure from Tel Aviv.

Global Day of Action for Palestine brings together 200 organizations across 60 countries

More than 200 organizations held 325 events in 60 countries across six continents for the Global Day of Action for Palestine on October 10. Participants condemned Israel’s occupation, opposed its normalization, and called for an end to arms shipments, military sanctions and accountability for alleged war crimes.

Thousands protest across Switzerland, demanding sanctions against Israel

Thousands of people protested in Lausanne, Zurich and other Swiss cities, calling for sanctions against Israel and expressing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. In Lausanne, masked individuals damaged a UBS bank, prompting police to use tear gas, while a separate demonstration in Zurich remained peaceful.