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Iraq: Life sentences for 3 French 'Islamic State' suspects
The three were among 47 French "Islamic State" suspects transferred from Syrian detention. So far, ten French nationals have received prison terms after being convicted of belonging to the group.
DE Oct 29, 2026Deutsche Welle (DW) World03
Healey backs away from cutting welfare cost despite warnings of public finance shortfall
<p>Experts round on chancellor over ‘scattergun’ budget, saying he ducked big tax and spending decisions</p><p>John Healey has backed away from cutting the cost of welfare this parliament, amid dire warnings his first budget could lead to brutal spending cuts because of a £28bn shortfall in public finances.</p><p>Experts rounded on Healey’s steady-as-she-goes budget on Thursday, with the Institute for Fiscal Studies saying he had <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/29/john-healey-budget-brutal-spending-review-next-year-ifs">left himself a mountain to climb</a> by ducking big tax and spending decisions.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/oct/29/john-healey-budget-backs-away-from-cutting-welfare-public-finance-shortfall">Continue reading...</a>
GB Oct 29, 2026The Guardian World World04
Man targeted Muslims, Africans and North Africans, French prosecutors say
Prosecutor Olivier Christen said suspect admitted that he chose the location because it was 'a hotbed for Islamists'.
QA Oct 29, 2026Al Jazeera English