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Nearly 1,500 Myanmar migrants, deported from Malaysia, have arrived in Yangon amid criticisms of the repatriation scheme’s safety. This group is part of a planned return of 5,000 nationals, despite concerns from the UN and human rights advocates regarding the voluntary nature of these returns and ongoing civil conflict in Myanmar.

A laboratory assistant’s reported death from pneumonic plague in Irkutsk has led to the lockdown of five hospitals as authorities manage the outbreak response.

A Russian missile struck Kyiv’s Northern Bridge, injuring two and damaging infrastructure, as Russia escalates attacks in the region.

Milorad Dodik, leader of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats, asserted at a Banja Luka rally that “Bosnia-Herzegovina is dead” ahead of the country’s elections on October 4. His comments reflect ongoing political divides in Bosnia, where tensions persist over the implementation of the Dayton peace agreement.

A Flydubai flight plummeted 17,000 feet after first officer Hamam al-Hammami allegedly attacked captain Smit Machchhar, causing chaos among passengers.

What’s going on?
Flydubai confirmed an incident where a co-pilot attacked the captain with an axe. The event occurred during a flight from Muscat to Dubai, leading to an emergency landing in Sharjah. Authorities are investigating the incident.

In a contrasting focus, the BBC stated, “Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says,” highlighting the attack itself. In contrast, the Wall Street Journal framed the attack as “FlyDubai Attacker Used ‘Crash Ax,’ a Common Fixture on Many Jets,” emphasising the weapon used rather than the act. This framing affects the perception of operational safety in aviation.

Coverage analysed: BBC | Wall Street Journal

Tyson Fury has announced plans to invite US President Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before his fight with Anthony Joshua on 11 December in Cardiff. Fury expressed hope for Trump’s attendance despite acknowledging the improbability due to his presidential duties.

Russian officials are responding to a plague outbreak in Irkutsk, linked to one death and 189 quarantined individuals, amid accusations of a cover-up.

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has commenced his campaign for prime minister ahead of the parliamentary election on October 25. During a rally in Belgrade, he vowed to secure a “comprehensive” victory, facing opposition from a youth-led movement seeking to hold his government accountable for recent tragedies and corruption.

At least 10 people, including children, are injured after a car driven by 18-year-old Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe crashed into rugby fans in Sydney.