World news briefing: Saturday 31 October 2026

Written automatically from international headlines. Each line links to its source.

More than 5,000 people have died in the Democratic Republic of Congo's deadliest Ebola outbreak to date. BBC ↗

UK health officials warn the unprecedented African Ebola outbreak could potentially reach British shores soon. The Guardian ↗

Turkish President Erdogan urges Russia and Ukraine to halt attacks in the Black Sea region. Al Jazeera ↗

Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky reach Kyiv-controlled territory, sharing emotional reunions with loved ones. DW ↗ BBC ↗

Clashes erupt between police and protesters in Paris, with over 290 arrested as demonstrations turn violent. BBC ↗ DW ↗

Crypto firm Binance covers 90% of losses following a massive $6.3 billion hack on its platform. BBC ↗

Spain's train disaster clouds Prime Minister Sánchez's chances of winning re-election in upcoming polls. BBC ↗

Global nature talks reach a deal, but significant disagreements remain regarding financial commitments. BBC ↗

Severe rainfall and flood warnings issued for central Greece and western Turkey due to storms. The Guardian ↗

UK sanctions Sudanese military leaders implicated in El Fasher's alleged campaign of rape. The Guardian ↗

Canada and EU announce a new alliance open to like-minded countries facing external pressures. The Guardian ↗

A Thai man jailed for 34 years after questioning the monarchy while dressed as Harry Potter. BBC ↗

Palestinians struggle with soaring prices as the economic crisis challenges post-Assad recovery efforts. BBC ↗

Strategy and succession planning needed for Australia following the recent Cape Town collapse. ABC Australia ↗

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