15 October 2026

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Houthi strike damages Aramco offices in Dhahran

A Houthi attack hit an administrative building at Saudi Aramco’s headquarters, causing a limited fire but no reported casualties. Saudi shares fell as the rebels promised further attacks on airports and oil facilities.

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Russian strikes leave 600,000 Ukrainians without power

Missile and drone attacks killed three people and damaged energy facilities in Kyiv and Kharkiv, according to Ukrainian authorities. The barrage left at least 600,000 without electricity and exposed worsening gaps in air defence.

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US inflation rises to 3.7% as petrol costs jump

American consumer prices rose 0.6 per cent in September and 3.7 per cent from a year earlier. Energy drove much of the increase, while firmer core inflation revived expectations that the Federal Reserve may raise rates again.

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China’s export surge brings $1tn surplus into view

China’s September exports rose 36.3 per cent from a year earlier and imports increased 31 per cent. Strong shipments of semiconductors and vehicles pushed the nine-month trade surplus to $938bn, adding to tension with major partners.