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• Army of 2030: Collaboration key to Army modernization Army News 24 Oct 2022 -- Army leaders believe the service can achieve sustained modernization success on its way to building the Army of 2030.
• Virginia Guard, Partners Conduct Cyber Exercise Army News 24 Oct 2022 -- Approximately 20 Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen took part in the Cyber Fortress exercise with public and private sector partners Sept. 21-30.
• Readout of Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs Chidi Blyden's Participation in the 2022 Dakar Forum DoD 24 Oct 2022
• Exercise Points to Ways DOD Can Collaborate With Latin American, Caribbean Partners to Combat Security Impacts of Climate Change DoD News 24 Oct 2022 -- This fall, Hurricane Fiona tore through the Caribbean and battered Puerto Rico, followed shortly by Hurricane Ian, which decimated parts of Florida. Taken together, the two storms serve as the most recent reminder that ever-more-frequent climate shocks threaten people's lives, livelihoods and stability.
• Keel Authenticated for Future USS Robert E. Simanek US Navy 24 Oct 2022 -- The keel for the future USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), a Lewis B. Puller-class Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB), was laid at General Dynamics National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (GD-NASSCO) shipyard in San Diego, October 21.
• Carrier Strike Group 4 Exercise Enhances Beginning of Gerald R. Ford Inaugural Deployment with NATO Allies US Navy 24 Oct 2022 -- The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and ships from three North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries completed a three-week exercise orchestrated by Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 4 called Task Force Exercise (TFEX) 23-2 from Oct. 5 to 23.
• U.S. Sixth Fleet, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group Participate in Mare Aperto 22-2 US Navy 24 Oct 2022 -- The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Truxtun (DDG 103) and USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98), and U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft from Commander, Task Force 67 concluded their participation in the Italian-led, multilateral maritime exercise Mare Aperto in the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ionian Sea, Sardinian Channel, Strait of Sicily and Gulf of Taranto, Oct. 21, 2022.
• USNS Comfort Departs Norfolk in Support of Continuing Promise 2022 US Navy 24 Oct 2022 -- Hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) departed Naval Station Norfolk in support of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. 4th Fleet's Continuing Promise 2022 mission in the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations, Oct. 19, 2022.
• Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg DoD 24 Oct 2022
• Steadfast Jupiter certifies next NATO response force Army News 24 Oct 2022 -- U.S. Soldiers assigned to five NATO units participated in Exercise Steadfast Jupiter 2022 at the Joint Warfare Centre Oct. 11-21.
• NATO's eFP Battlegroup Poland lays the foundation for combat readiness Army News 24 Oct 2022 -- NATO enhanced Forward Presence Battlegroup Poland Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, alongside United Kingdom Army soldiers assigned to The Royal Lancers, Prince of Whales Troop; Romanian Sky Guardians and the Polish Armed Forces 15th Mechanized Infantry Brigade, participated in a NATO team leaders academy in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, Oct. 18-20.
• Senior Military Official Holds a Background Briefing DoD 24 Oct 2022
• Chinese experts warn of threats from US B-21, B-52 bombers Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- The US made high-profile announcements over the past week on two of its strategic bombers, the fully upgraded B-52 and the brand new B-21, with Chinese experts saying on Monday that the duo are likely to become the US Air Force's core strategic strike force in the next few decades, and China should be prepared to counter the planes and also learn from them.
• Xi stresses implementing guiding principles of key Party congress in armed forces PLA Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Monday instructed the armed forces to study, publicize and implement the guiding principles of the 20th CPC National Congress, and strive to achieve the goal set for the centenary of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).
• Taiwan poised to adjust to China's new military administration lineup: Minister CNA 24 Oct 2022 -- Taiwan stands ready to make adjustments to its military personnel, following China's announcement of new executive members of the organization that manages its military, Taiwan's Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) said Monday.
• Air forces share skills during exercise Australia DOD 24 Oct 2022 -- This year's Exercise Havoc Strike, 4 Squadron's premier Close Air Support exercise, included the participation of members from the Philippine Air Force (PAF).
• Iranian army holds 3-day drill People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- The Iranian Army's Ground Force started a three-day drill in the northwestern province of West Azarbaijan on Saturday, official news agency IRNA reported Sunday.
• South Korean Navy Launches Large-Scale Military Exercises in Yellow Sea, Reports Say Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- The South Korean Navy on Monday launched a large-scale exercise in the Yellow Sea, with the participation of the army, air force and the coast guard, as well as the US troops, South Korean news agency Yonhap reported on Monday.
• Toqaev Approves New Doctrine As Part Of Kazakh Military Modernization RFE/RL 24 Oct 2022 -- President Qasym-Zhomart Toqaev has approved an updated military doctrine for Kazakhstan that officials say reflects modern conditions having an impact on military threats and the security of the Central Asian nation.
• Turkish Armed Forces Boost Mines Monitoring Operations in Bosphorus Strait, Reports Say Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- The Turkish armed forces have boosted security control in the Bosphorus Strait because of drifting mines installed at the entrance to the Ukrainian ports of Odessa, Ochakov, Chernomorsk and Yuzhnoe at the beginning of the Russian military operation, Turkish newspaper Milliyet reported on Monday, citing sources.
• South Korea to Take Part in US Multinational Exercise Cyber Flag for First Time Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- The South Korean military will participate in the US-led multinational exercise Cyber Flag for the first time this week, the country's national defense said on Sunday.
• Romanian Defense Minister Resigns Over Comments On Ukraine Needing To Negotiate On War RFE/RL 24 Oct 2022 -- Romanian Defense Minister Vasile Dincu has resigned after being criticized by the president and prime minister for a statement he made that Ukraine's only chance to end the war was to negotiate with Russia.
• Secretary Blinken's Call with Italian Foreign Minister Tajani US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022
• Secretary Blinken's Call with Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022
• Department Press Briefing - October 24, 2022 US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022

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• 24 October 2022 - Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General United Nations 24 Oct 2022
• Saudi-led coalition using all means to prolong aggression, suffering of Yemeni nation: PM Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- The Yemeni prime minister has strongly condemned the Saudi-led coalition for using all available means in order to prolong its ongoing atrocious military onslaught against the crisis-stricken country and increase the suffering of its impoverished people.
• Islamic State Group Still Active in Southern Syria, Observers Say VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Despite the heavy presence of Syrian and Russian forces in southern Syria, militants affiliated with the Islamic State group appear to be active in the region.
• Syrian air defenses intercept, confront Israeli missile barrage targeting Damascus suburbs Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Syrian air defense units have managed to intercept and bring down most of the missiles launched by the Israeli military at various targets in the vicinity of the Arab country's capital city of Damascus.
• One Syrian Soldier Injured as Result of Missile Strike by Israel: Syrian Defense Ministry Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- Last week, Syrian air defense systems destroyed two cruise missiles and four guided bombs launched by Israel's F-16 fighters at the airports of Damascus and Al-Dimas.
• Libya: 'Political deadlock persists with no clear end in sight'- UN envoy UN News 24 Oct 2022 -- The political stalemate continues in Libya and prospects for elections are dim, the head of the UN Mission there, UNSMIL, said on Monday in his first briefing to the Security Council.
• Looking towards the mandate renewal of the UN Support Mission In Libya UK FCDO 24 Oct 2022 -- Statement from Ambassador James Kariuki at the Security Council briefing on Libya
• Village in Myanmar's Sagaing region raided by junta troops killing 10 people Radio Free Asia 24 Oct 2022 -- Around 80 junta troops stormed a village in Sagaing region's Yinmarbin township, killing nine People's Defense Force (PDF) members and one local. Troops burned the bodies and left them in a pile, locals said. A further four people were injured and two PDF members were arrested.
• Ten Burkina Faso Soldiers Killed in Clash With Terrorists, 50 More Injured - General Staff Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- At least 10 Burkina Faso soldiers were killed and another 50 injured in a fight with terrorists in the north of the country, the General Staff said on Monday.
• Ethiopia Government, Tigray Rebel Forces to Meet in South Africa for Peace Talks Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- In early September, officials of the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) indicated that they were prepared to take part in talks on bringing hostilities with the Ethiopia government to an end, with the mediation of the African Union.
• Ethiopia's Warring Parties Convene for Tigray Peace Talks in South Africa VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Peace talks between Ethiopian government officials and representatives from the leadership of the Tigray People's Liberation Front are due to begin Monday in South Africa. Just ahead of the talks, Ethiopian federal forces took two more towns in Tigray previously under Tigrayan forces' control.
• Ethiopia Peace Talks Set to Start in South Africa VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Delegations to African Union-mediated peace talks on the war in Ethiopia's Tigray region meet in South Africa today despite a renewed offensive that saw federal forces re-take a few towns from Tigrayan forces.
• Cameroon Says Cholera Hits Minawao, a Nigerian Refugee Camp VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Authorities in Cameroon say they are struggling to contain a cholera outbreak in an overcrowded refugee camp on its northern border with Nigeria. In the past week, three people have died in the Minawao refugee camp and at least 81 have been infected from the bacteria, which spreads through dirty water and food. The camp was designed to hold fewer than 15,000 refugees but currently has more than five times that number.

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• Two Arrested and 13 Charged in Three Separate Cases for Alleged Participation in Malign Schemes in the United States on Behalf of the Government of the People's Republic of China US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2022 -- In three separate cases in the U.S. Attorneys' Offices for the Eastern District of New York and the District of New Jersey, the Justice Department has charged 13 individuals, including members of the People's Republic of China (PRC) security and intelligence apparatus and their agents, for alleged efforts to unlawfully exert influence in the United States for the benefit of the government of the PRC.
• Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco Delivers Remarks on Malign Schemes in the United States on Behalf of the Government of the People's Republic of China US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2022
• Assistant Attorney General for National Security Matthew G. Olsen Delivers Remarks on Malign Schemes in the United States on Behalf of the Government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2022
• Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks on Malign Schemes in the United States on Behalf of the Government of the People's Republic of China US Dept. of Justice 24 Oct 2022
• US Charges 2 Chinese Agents With Obstructing Huawei Investigation VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- U.S. law enforcement officials on Monday unsealed charges against two Chinese intelligence officers accused of attempting to obstruct the Justice Department's criminal prosecution of Chinese telecom giant Huawei Technologies.
• U.S. indicts five alleged Chinese spies Radio Free Asia 24 Oct 2022 -- Five alleged Chinese intelligence officials have been indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice in two separate cases, one of which reportedly involves an ongoing criminal investigation into Chinese telecoms giant Huawei, according to indictments unsealed on Monday.
• DOJ Charges 12 People With Criminal Actions Taken in the US Under Chinese Government Orders Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- In a Monday press conference, US Attorney General Merrick Garland announced three new federal cases against 13 individuals, 12 of whom are accused of being Chinese government agents.
• Albania, Israel Discuss Cybersecurity After Iran Attack VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- One month after Albania cut diplomatic relations with Iran following a cyberattack, Albania's prime minister arrived Sunday in Israel for a three-day visit that includes meeting with Israeli cyber defense officials.
• Nigerian Authorities on Alert After US Embassy Issues Security Warning VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Nigerian authorities have called for calm and vigilance after the U.S. Embassy in the capital, Abuja, issued a security alert warning of an elevated risk of terror attacks, specifically in Abuja. The embassy urged Americans in Nigeria to avoid nonessential travel and crowds, and to stay alert.
• Uganda Confirms Ebola in Kampala; Officials Urge Public Not to Hide Possible Cases VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Ugandan health authorities have confirmed nine cases of the Ebola virus in the capital, Kampala. The Ministry of Health says it has increased vigilance and set up an isolation center as confirmed cases in the country jumped to 90, with 28 deaths. The Uganda Medical Association says health workers are facing challenges getting patients into isolation.
• Russia/Ukraine: EEAS launches a new tool to help navigate in disinformation environment European External Action Service (EEAS) 24 Oct 2022 -- It's been eight months since Russia launched its full-scale aggression against Ukraine. Already a year ago, in autumn last year, the military build-up became obvious, as were efforts to lay the ground for the aggression in the information space.
• Progress MS-19 Cargo Spacecraft Undocks From ISS - Roscosmos Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- The Progress MS-19 cargo spacecraft has undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) and will be crashed in the non-navigable part of the Pacific Ocean within hours, Russian space agency Roscosmos said on Monday.
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's answers to media questions following his meeting with members of the Valdai International Discussion Club, Moscow, October 24, 2022 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2022
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks during talks with Secretary General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Hissein Brahim Taha, Moscow, October 24, 2022 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2022
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks and answers to media questions at a joint news conference following talks with Secretary General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Hissein Brahim Taha, Moscow, October 24, 2022 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2022
• Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's answer to a media question during a joint news conference with Hissein Brahim Taha, Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Conference, Moscow, October 24, 2022 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24 Oct 2022
• Xi Jinping Begins Third Term as China's Leader, Picks Loyalists VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- After 10 years of China's Xi Jinping leadership, the prospect of five more years under his rule, with a new team of top leaders believed to be handpicked by him, is frowned upon by some people, but welcomed by others.
• China's Xi 'more powerful than Mao,' will abandon market reforms, analysts say Radio Free Asia 24 Oct 2022 -- Ruling Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping's next five years will likely see more hard-line policies out of Beijing on the economy, foreign relations, human rights and public dissent, analysts told RFA.
• China censors searches for 'Hu Jintao,' the former president removed from congress Radio Free Asia 24 Oct 2022 -- Chinese government censors on Monday limited keyword searches for former president Hu Jintao, who was unceremoniously removed from the ruling Chinese Communist Party congress over the weekend.
• China's top disciplinary watchdog vows to bar officials from serving as proxies for interest groups' Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- At a news conference to interpret the report on the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), officials reiterated that the scourge of corruption could wreck the Party if not properly addressed, and they doubled down on the importance of fighting corruption in the future, saying that a high-handed posture on the issue should not be changed, and officials should be barred from serving as proxies for interest and power groups.
• New watchdog elected in anti-corruption fight People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- The 20th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection of the Communist Party of China, the Party's top discipline and anti-corruption watchdog, elected its new leadership at its first plenary session on Sunday as Li Xi was elected its secretary.
• Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin's Regular Press Conference on October 24, 2022 PRC MofA 24 Oct 2022
• US Officials In Talks With Chinese Tech Firm Naura Over New Export Restrictions - Reports Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- US trade officials began talks with executives of the Chinese tech firm Naura Technology Group about the Biden administration's latest export restrictions on high-tech semiconductor chips and other related equipment, the South China Morning Post reported on Monday citing a a person familiar with the matter.
• China, Vatican extend agreement on bishop appointment for another two years, FM spokesperson confirms Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- After friendly negotiation, China and the Vatican have agreed to extend the provisional agreement on the appointment of bishops for another two years, a spokesperson of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Monday.
• Argentina, China Discuss Railway Construction Projects - President's Office Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- Argentine President Alberto Fernandez discussed with a Chinese company the construction of railways in a number of Argentine provinces, the president's office said on Monday.
• China doubles indirect oil imports from sanctioned countries in September Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- China's customs office data have pointed to a major increase in the country's indirect oil imports from countries under US sanctions in September.
• China's real estate shows sign of improvement after months of contraction Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- China's real estate sector has likely bottomed out, industry analysts said on Monday, after new data showed that the pace of housing sales decline has slowed.
• Q3 growth beats forecast, shows China's economy on firm ground for faster recovery Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- China's economy picked up in an all-around way in the third quarter, with its GDP surging by an above-expected rate of 3.9 percent, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Monday, as the world's second largest economy is on track for a steady rebound under the government's supportive policies and orderly management of the COVID-19 prevention and control.
• Stock Market Sell-Off Greets China's New Top Leadership VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Chinese stock markets experienced one of the worst routs in years on Monday, as investors reacted to the news that Chinese President Xi Jinping had not only won a third five-year term in office but had stacked the most senior levels of the government exclusively with individuals loyal to him and his ideology.
• New CPC central leadership set for new journey Global Times 24 Oct 2022 -- Xi Jinping was elected general secretary of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) at the committee's first plenary session held on Sunday, according to the communique of the plenary session.
• CPC unveils new top leadership for new journey toward modernization People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) on Sunday unveiled its new top leadership, which will lead the world's most populous nation on its new journey toward a great modern socialist country in all respects.
• Communique of 1st plenum of 20th CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection issued People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- The communique of the first plenary session of the 20th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) of the Communist Party of China (CPC) was issued on Sunday.
• Communique of the first plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- The following is the full text of the communique of the first plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China:
• CPC amends its constitution to adopt a more aggressive Chinese policy towards Taiwan Radio Free Asia 24 Oct 2022 -- The Taiwanese government has condemned Beijing's "old mindset" after the Communist Party of China (CPC) passed a constitutional amendment vowing its goal of "fully, faithfully, and resolutely implementing the policy of One Country, Two Systems."
• Xi's consolidation of power presages tougher stance on Taiwan: lawmakers CNA 24 Oct 2022 -- The installation of loyalists to Xi Jinping (習近平) in China's top governing body means Beijing is likely to adopt more hardline policies on Taiwan, with deeper personal involvement from Xi himself, according to Taiwanese legislators.
• German lawmaker calls for peaceful resolution of Taiwan-China conflict CNA 24 Oct 2022 -- The leader of a visiting delegation of German lawmakers reiterated his country's opposition to any nonpeaceful or unilateral changes to the Taiwan-China status quo, during a meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) in Taipei Monday.
• Spokesman for KPA General Staff Issues Statement KCNA 24 Oct 2022 -- A spokesman for the General Staff of the Korean People's Army (KPA) issued the following statement on Oct. 24:
• Rice Harvest Finished in DPRK KCNA 24 Oct 2022 -- Rice harvest was finished in the countryside of the DPRK as of last Saturday, thanks to the devoted efforts of the agricultural officials and workers and helpers out in the work to successfully conclude this year's farming.
• North, South Korea trade warning shots at sea border, escalating tensions Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- North and South Korea have exchanged warning shots at their maritime border known as the Northern Limit Line (NLL) off the west coast, accusing each other of breaching the border line amid rising tensions.
• Tensions Flare as Two Koreas Trade Warning Shots Near Border VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- North and South Korea say they exchanged warning shots near a disputed area off their west coast, the latest flareup of military tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
• Iranian Foreign Ministry Calls US Position on Talks on Revival of JCPOA 'Hypocritical' Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani on Monday accused the United States of having a hypocritical position on talks aimed at the revival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
• Iran demands are legal, reasonable: FM spox IRNA 24 Oct 2022 -- The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said here on Monday that Tehran's demands in the talks on the removal of the sanctions are reasonable, clear, and legal.
• More Than 200 Indicted In Iranian Province Amid Crackdown On Protesters RFE/RL 24 Oct 2022 -- Iran's judiciary says it has issued indictments for 201 people over their participation in antigovernment protests in the central province of Alborz.
• Americans' behavior very hypocritical: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman ISNA 24 Oct 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani stressed that the Americans' move in directly supporting the recent riots in Iran is a repetition of the wrong policy that yields no results.
• Tehran slams West's 'illegal' approach to riots in Iran, vows reciprocal measures Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman has decried as "illegal" the stance of Western countries, including the United States, on recent riots that erupted across Iran over a month ago, vowing to respond with reciprocal measures to "non-constructive" sanctions imposed on Tehran.
• Iran to export turbines to Russia: Official IRNA 23 Oct 2022 -- Managing Director of Iran Gas Engineering and Development Company (IGEDC) Reza Noshadi on Sunday announced the signing of a contract to export 40 Iranian-made turbines to Russia.
• Iran says to export 40 homegrown gas turbines to Russia People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- Iran has signed a contract with Russia to export 40 homegrown gas turbines to the country, Shana News Agency affiliated to the Iranian oil ministry reported Sunday.
• Iran signs deal to supply 50 gas turbines to Russia Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Iran has signed a contract with Russia to supply it with 40 turbines to help its gas industry amid Western sanctions, Shana news agency reports.
• Iranian President stresses on all-round deepening of ties with China based on mutual interests, respect ISNA 24 Oct 2022 -- In a message congratulating Chinese President Xi Jinping on the new term of the Chinese presidency, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stated, "The realization of the goals of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Iran and China provides a model of comprehensive development of relations based on mutual interests and respect".
• Iran arrests 10 people on charges of cooperation with Mossad IRNA 24 Oct 2022 -- Ten people have been arrested in Iran on charges of cooperation with the Zionist intelligence agency Mossad, according to the portal of the Iranian Judiciary.
• Iran arrests Mossad-affiliated terrorist network in West Azarbaijan Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Iranian security forces have arrested 10 members of an espionage and terrorist network affiliated with the Israeli spy agency Mossad.
• Iran Says It Has Arrested 10 Agents Working For Israel RFE/RL 24 Oct 2022 -- Iran says it has arrested 10 people who were working for Israel as "Mossad-related agents" in the province of West Azerbaijan.
• Iraqi PM-designate says working to form coalition gov't People's Daily 24 Oct 2022 -- Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani said on Sunday that he is working to form a coalition government and has been interviewing candidates from different political blocs for ministerial positions.
• Iran supports Iraqi nation, government, determined to expand ties: Foreign minister Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has reiterated the Islamic Republic's support for the Iraqi government and nation, saying Tehran intends to expand ties at all levels with Baghdad.
• Britain Faces Challenge to Rebuild Global Image Amid Political Chaos VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- Former chancellor Rishi Sunak won the backing of Conservative Party lawmakers Monday to become Britain's new prime minister, following the resignation last week of Liz Truss, who spent under two months in office.
• Rishi Sunak Named UK Prime Minister as Penny Mordaunt Pulls Out of Race Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- After Boris Johnson pulled out of the race to Downing Street, 10, on Sunday, former UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak emerged as a favourite to replace Liz Truss, who resigned as former Conservative party leader and Prime Minister amid economic turmoil.
• Boris Johnson drops out of race for UK premiership Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Former British prime minister Boris Johnson cancels his second run for the country's premiership, only a couple of days after announcing his candidacy.
• UN Accuses Australia of Breaching Its International Torture Obligations VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- The United Nations is accusing Australia of breaching its human rights obligations after it suspended a tour of detention facilities. U.N. inspectors say authorities in the Australian states of New South Wales and Queensland have denied them access into various detention facilities.
• Designation of Three Syrian Military Officials Due to Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022 -- Of the atrocities committed by the Assad regime, some of which rise to the level of war crimes and crimes against humanity, few are as inhumane and abhorrent as the repeated use of chemical weapons against civilians.
• Letter to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate on Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in Nicaragua The White House 24 Oct 2022
• Executive Order on Taking Additional Steps to Address the National Emergency With Respect to the Situation in Nicaragua The White House 24 Oct 2022
• FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Expands Efforts to Hold Nicaraguan Government Accountable The White House 24 Oct 2022
• Expanding U.S. Sanctions Authorities and Announcement of Visa Restrictions for Nicaraguan Officials US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022 -- "Today, we are announcing steps to impose visa restrictions on over 500 Nicaraguan individuals and their family members. We are doing so pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 10309, which suspends entry into the United States as immigrants and nonimmigrants of members of the Government of Nicaragua and other persons who formulate, implement or benefit from policies or actions that undermine democratic institutions or impede the return to democracy in Nicaragua."
• Treasury Sanctions Nicaragua Directorate of Mines and Government Official Responsible for Decades of Violence US Treasury 24 Oct 2022 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated the Nicaraguan mining authority General Directorate of Mines (DGM) as well as one official of the Government of Nicaragua, pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13851.
• Lebanon's parliament fails to elect president for fourth time as with Aoun's term ends in week Press TV 24 Oct 2022 -- Lebanon's parliament has failed for a fourth time this year to elect a president to succeed current chief executive Michel Aoun, whose mandate will run out in just a week.
• Kyrgyzstan At Risk Of Turmoil After Harsh Crackdown On Border-Deal Dissent RFE/RL 24 Oct 2022 -- More than 20 activists and politicians are languishing in prison cells in Kyrgyzstan after a weekend crackdown threatened a fresh cycle of turmoil in Central Asia's most restless country.
• Hungary Does Not Support Lifting of EU's Unanimity Principle - Prime Minister Sputnik 24 Oct 2022 -- Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Monday that Hungary will not support the abolition of the EU unanimity principle proposed earlier by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
• One Year Anniversary of Military Takeover in Sudan US Dept. of State 24 Oct 2022 -- Almost one year ago today, the Sudanese military overthrew the government of Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, contravened Sudan's Constitutional Declaration, and undermined the democratic aspirations of the Sudanese people.
• Kenyan Officers in Disbanded Unit Tried for Murder, Abuse, Conspiracy VOA 24 Oct 2022 -- The trial of four former Kenyan police officers charged with murdering two Indian nationals and their Kenyan driver began Monday in Nairobi.