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Reports top U.S. officials are in Ukraine for crisis talks
President Volodymyr Zelensky is reportedly meeting with senior United States officials in Kyiv
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin are the highest U.S. diplomats to visit the war-torn nation since the war broke out two months ago.
It comes as heavy fighting continues in the south and east of Ukraine.
The White House has previously declined to confirm the trip. However, it has ruled out President Biden flying to Kyiv because of security concerns.
Ukraine’s Zelensky says he is expecting “specific weapons” from world leaders who come to visit the country.
It comes as Ukrainians gather to celebrate one of the most important holidays of the year, Orthodox Easter. Victoria Spartz is the first Ukrainian-born representative in the United States Congress, who says people are trying to celebrate despite the heartache.
Meanwhile, the Red Cross says they urgently need humanitarian access to the besieged city of Mariupol.
In a statement, the organisation says it is “deeply alarmed by the situation, where the population is in dire need of assistance.”
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US government shutdown delays crucial jobs data
Investors navigate uncertainty as U.S. government shutdown delays jobs data, impacting global markets. #markets #usshutdown #jobs
Investors navigate uncertainty as U.S. government shutdown delays jobs data, impacting global markets. #markets #usshutdown #jobs
Across the Pacific, attention is on the looming U.S. government shutdown, though investors appear to be looking through the uncertainty for now.
U.S. jobs data, expected this week, has been delayed due to the shutdown, adding another layer of uncertainty for global markets.
#markets #usshutdown #jobs #rba #tesla #tickernews
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US intel backs Ukraine strikes
Trump approves increased Pentagon role in Ukraine, aiming to weaken Russian funding and considering missile supplies. #ukrainewar #russia #tickernews
Trump approves increased Pentagon role in Ukraine, aiming to weaken Russian funding and considering missile supplies. #ukrainewar #russia #tickernews
President Trump has approved deeper Pentagon and intelligence agency involvement for Ukraine, a move seen as a major escalation.
The plan aims to cripple key Russian facilities, directly threatening the Kremlin’s war funding.
At the same time, Washington is weighing the supply of Tomahawk and other powerful missiles to strengthen Ukraine’s arsenal.
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Yom Kippur synagogue attack in Manchester leaves two dead
Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur kills two; suspect shot dead by police in terror incident
Synagogue attack in Manchester on Yom Kippur kills two; suspect shot dead by police in terror incident
– Two people were killed when a man drove into pedestrians and stabbed a security guard during Yom Kippur.
– The suspect, wearing an explosive-like vest, was shot dead by police; two further arrests followed.
This was a vile terrorist attack that attacked Jews, because they are Jews.
Antisemitism is a hatred that is rising, once again. Britain must defeat it, once again.
To every Jewish person in this country: I promise that I will do everything in my power to guarantee you the… pic.twitter.com/DAd9OaGNMc
— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) October 2, 2025
The suspect, reportedly wearing a vest resembling an explosive device, was shot dead by police after they responded to the incident at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Northern England.
British authorities declared the attack a terrorist incident. The police suggested they were aware of the attacker’s identity but could not verify it at that moment. Following the attack, two additional arrests were made.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, having interrupted his participation in a European summit to address the situation, pledged enhanced security measures for Jewish communities, noting rising antisemitism in the UK since the conflict escalation following Hamas’s October 7 assault on Israel.
We are deeply concerned by reports of a violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester today. We unequivocally condemn this act of violence. pic.twitter.com/niGBdI4heB
— MCB (@MuslimCouncil) October 2, 2025
Starmer expressed solidarity with the Jewish community, acknowledging their fears and confirming his commitment to counteract rising hatred.
Injured Victims
As the situation unfolded, three other individuals remained in serious condition.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene as police evacuated vulnerable individuals from the synagogue, where many attendees were in traditional dress.
The prompt actions of security staff and law enforcement were credited with preventing further harm. King Charles expressed his deep shock and sorrow regarding the incident.
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