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1. Canadians caught up in Trump voter fraud crackdown as U.S. accuses Canada of election interference

   

   Since late last year, federal prosecutors have charged dozens of non-citizens, many of them longtime U.S. permanent residents, with illegally voting in federal elections. At least 11 Canadians have been caught up in the crackdown ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections.

2. Russia pounds Ukraine's capital Kyiv with missiles and drones, hours after agreeing to peace talks

   

   Russia pounded Kyiv with ballistic missiles and Ukraine sent hundreds of drones towards Moscow overnight as the warring sides kept up a barrage of attacks despite the latest U.S. push to end ‌the conflict.

3. Iran says 7 ships have been struck in Strait of Hormuz, Saudis intercept drones in airspace

   

   Seven oil tankers caught fire or were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz overnight after being hit by Iran or striking naval mines, Tehran said Thursday, a markedly high number as tensions rise over concerns about a return to all-out war.

4. What's behind the youth protests in France?

   

   How did a movement which began in French schools become an indictment of the French state itself? We have a look at what's behind France's largest protests in decades — and the role of widespread protest in French history and culture.

5. Australian MP loses both legs after alleged vehicle attack as suspect appears in court

   

   Australian lawmaker Helen Haines has had both legs amputated after being rammed by a car outside her electoral office, her husband said on Wednesday, as the man accused of the attack appeared in court.