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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a scathing address at the United Nations, calling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'horrible' in an attack on Israel's policies. The Israeli delegation responded by staging a dramatic walkout during the speech. The confrontation underscores the deep diplomatic rift between the two countries amid ongoing tensions over Gaza and the wider Middle East conflict.

The Institute for the Study of War has published its Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment for September 26, 2026. The assessment, part of the think tank's regular series, tracks battlefield developments, Russian military activity and Western policy responses related to the war in Ukraine. The reports are widely cited by governments, analysts and media as a daily reference on the conflict's course.

The men's 100m semi-finals and final at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship are attracting major global attention, with viewership and engagement exceeding 1.5 million as fans follow the sport's marquee event. The blue-riband sprint races remain the biggest draw of the championship, with audiences closely watching the showdown for the world title.

The UCI Road World Championships are drawing strong interest in France, with fans and media following the elite races closely. Coverage on Eurosport highlights the emotional weight of the event, with one remark that winning the rainbow jersey is 'the hardest dream, and for good reason' — a nod to how demanding a world title on the road is. Riders from across the globe are competing for the iconic rainbow jersey.

The Trump administration is preparing new sanctions against the International Criminal Court as part of an escalated effort to undermine the tribunal, according to the Wall Street Journal. The measures would target court officials and operations, intensifying a long-running dispute over the ICC's investigations involving the United States and its allies, including probes related to Israel. Critics say the move threatens international justice, while supporters back it as defending US sovereignty.

Meta has blocked Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's Facebook page and his campaign advertisements, according to reports circulating two weeks ahead of Brazil's election. The move, if confirmed, would cut a sitting president off a major campaign channel at a critical moment. Reactions online are focused on the timing and on questions of platform power over political speech during an election period.

An Iranian-linked influence operation has been discovered in Israel in the run-up to elections, according to reporting by The Jerusalem Post. The revelation is drawing attention to foreign meddling concerns during the campaign period, with observers likely to debate the operation's scale, its targets, and its potential impact on voters ahead of the vote.

Attention is turning to the 2026 cycling world championships, with previews of the women's elite race already circulating. French-speaking media are focusing on Demi Vollering, highlighting that her potential title could have a partly French flavour, and outlets are listing the confirmed starters for the women's elite event ahead of the championships.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas cautioned that giving in to Russia's intimidation campaign would only encourage further aggression. She urged European governments and allies to stand firm against pressure from Moscow rather than reward it with concessions. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions over Russia's war in Ukraine and its efforts to test Western resolve.

France's pharmacists' union is warning about an early spike in Covid cases and is calling on the government to move forward the vaccination campaign scheduled for mid-October. Hospital data shows emergency room visits jumping 67% among adults and 16% among children, fuelling concerns that the autumn wave has arrived sooner than expected and that current planning leaves people exposed in the meantime.

The UCI Road World Championships road race is underway, with fans following live coverage and sharing reactions as riders battle for the rainbow jersey. Cycling supporters worldwide are debating race tactics, breakaways, and the leading contenders as the elite road race unfolds on the championship course.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the surgical strikes stand as a bold example of India's counter-terrorism policy, reaffirming the government's willingness to act across the border against militant threats. The remarks underscore New Delhi's position that decisive military action remains central to its national security doctrine.

England suffered a defeat in their opening Nations League match against Spain, with the world champions extending their remarkable unbeaten run to 39 games. Spain's dominance since winning the World Cup continues, while England are left to regroup after a frustrating start to the campaign. The result has prompted plenty of reaction and debate among supporters about both sides' form.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the 2016 Uri surgical strike set a bold example for India's counter-terrorism policy, underlining the government's willingness to respond to cross-border attacks with direct military action. The strike, carried out by Indian forces across the Line of Control after the Uri army camp attack, remains a defining moment in India's security doctrine.

Poland has won the 2026 Men's European Volleyball Championship, defeating France in a rematch of the Olympic gold-medal match. The victory also secured Poland a quota place for the LA28 Olympic Games. The result renews one of volleyball's fiercest rivalries, with Poland again getting the better of the French side that beat them for Olympic gold.

The UCI Road World Championships 2026 have concluded, with full results and medal winners now published. Olympic.org is carrying a complete rundown of champions across the elite men's and women's road races and time trials. Fans and cycling media are checking the final standings and reactions from the riders who took the rainbow jerseys.

Meta has blocked Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's Facebook page and his campaign's paid advertising, with the action coming just two weeks before Brazil's election. The move affects the sitting president's ability to reach voters on one of the country's largest social platforms. Details on Meta's stated reason for the suspension have not been made broadly available, and reaction is still developing ahead of the vote.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the surgical strike demonstrated a new example of India's counter-terrorism policy, marking a shift toward proactive action against cross-border terrorism. His remarks renew public debate in India over the strike's legacy and the country's broader security approach, with officials and commentators weighing its significance for deterrence and national defence policy.

The start list for the elite men's race at the UCI Road World Championships has been published, confirming which riders will line up for the event. Cycling fans in France are searching for the race time and schedules as attention turns to who will contest the rainbow jersey.

Y Combinator, the influential Silicon Valley startup accelerator, has formed a political action committee that has already contributed to 66 campaign committees, marking a significant step into electoral politics. The move signals that the startup world, long wary of direct political spending, is becoming more willing to put money behind candidates and causes aligned with its interests.

News reports say Poland has suspended the right to claim asylum for people crossing its border with Belarus, a move tied to its long-running disputes over irregular migration on that frontier. Polish officials are now calling on other European Union countries to adopt similar measures. The reports describe the policy change and Poland's push for a wider European response, but reactions from other governments and the public are not detailed in the available coverage.