Spain’s Civil Guard and the Military Emergencies Unit (UME) are carrying out rescue operations in the areas hardest hit by flooding in the Valencia region.

Emergency teams are working to assist people affected by the floods.

'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that 'Israel' will not hesitate to strike its enemies at a moment’s notice.

Speaking at an airbase, Netanyahu made the remarks eight days before a closely contested election, following recent warnings directed at Iran.

Pro-Palestinian activists confronted a Turkish-'Israeli' woman at a shopping mall in Istanbul over allegations that she helped arrange healthcare services for 'Israeli' soldiers who served during the war on Gaza. The confrontation has sparked debate over accountability, Turkey's relationship with 'Israel', and allegations of support for 'Israeli' military personnel. However, the specific claims against the woman have not been independently established as proven wrongdoing.

French President Emmanuel Macron met Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah in Kuwait City at the start of a Gulf tour aimed at securing oil and diesel supplies and bringing down prices.

The visit follows a weekend of violent protests in France sparked by soaring living costs.

Thousands of people have taken to the streets in Guadalajara, Mexico, over tap water reportedly contaminated with dirt and even insects. It was the city's second protest over the water crisis. Police used tear gas and water cannons during the previous demonstration, arresting 39 people. This time, officers focused on containing damage after masked demonstrators reportedly used explosives at public offices. Residents are demanding answers over access to clean, safe water.

Dual Turkish-‘Israeli’ citizen Kloyda Medina Halfon was confronted by protesters at Istanbul’s İstinyePark mall on Sunday, October 18. Protesters reportedly accused her of links to ‘Israeli’ soldiers, while Turkish and Palestinian flags were unfurled. Security personnel escorted her away from the crowd.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has denied reports of a temporary suspension in intelligence sharing with Ukraine, saying, “There has been no pause.”

Asked about Ukrainian claims that Washington briefly halted intelligence support used to counter Russian missile attacks, Rubio also urged President Volodymyr Zelensky to be more focused on ending the war with Russia.

Rubio made the remarks while visiting Samarkand, Uzbekistan, for talks with Central Asian officials.

Flooded streets have been reported in Oliva, in Spain’s Valencia region, after heavy rain triggered flooding across eastern Spain.

Authorities say at least two people have died, as rescue teams work to evacuate stranded residents.

Officials have urged people in the Valencia region to remain indoors as the situation continues to unfold.

Donald Trump has publicly backed Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of 'Israel’s' October 27 election, declaring that “anyone other than Bibi” would be the wrong leader for 'Israel'. Trump argued that without Netanyahu, the United States could be left handling the confrontation with Iran on its own. His statement highlights the close relationship between the two leaders and raises questions about an American president openly weighing in on another country's election.

From Albania and Spain to Tunisia and France, protests are bringing young people and communities into the streets over education, housing, rising living costs, and political freedoms. In France, demonstrations have spread across multiple cities, with clashes between protesters and police and reports of vandalism and looting. But as the unrest grows, one question remains: are the original demands getting lost in the chaos?