Dominique Pelicot, 71, has confessed to drugging his ex-wife Gisèle and orchestrating her abuse by 50 men over a decade in France. During the trial in Avignon, Pelicot admitted, “I am a rapist like the others in this room,” acknowledging his role in the horrific crimes. He explained that he filmed the assaults partly for "pleasure" and as "insurance" to track the perpetrators. Pelicot’s testimony revealed a traumatic past, including abuse he suffered as a child. Gisèle Pelicot, who waived her anonymity, expressed profound shock, stating she never believed her husband could commit such acts.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has announced a global ban on Russian state media networks including Rossiya Segodnya and RT. The ban follows claims that these networks used deceptive tactics for covert online influence operations. Meta's statement emphasized that the decision came after careful consideration of foreign interference activities. Enforcement will start soon. This move follows recent money-laundering charges against two RT employees, who were accused of hiring an American firm to influence the 2024 U.S. election. RT has criticized the U.S. actions as an attempt to stifle journalism.

A gunman concealed himself for nearly 12 hours at Trump International Golf Club in Florida before Donald Trump’s unscheduled golf game. Secret Service agents spotted the man, equipped with a semi-automatic rifle, in bushes near the sixth hole. A quick-thinking agent fired towards the suspect, who hadn’t fired any shots. Trump, unharmed, praised the agent’s actions. The gunman, identified as Ryan Routh, was arrested after fleeing. Investigators are still determining his motives. Trump later commented, "My resolve is only stronger after another attempt on my life."

Russian forces targeted energy infrastructure in Ukraine's Sumy region overnight, leading to power cuts in several districts. Authorities reported that air defenses intercepted 16 drones. Damage occurred in Konotop, Okhtyrka, and Sumy city, causing water facilities to switch to emergency power. Acting Mayor Artem Kobzar confirmed no casualties in Sumy, and repair work is underway. The UK government has highlighted that Russia's recent strategy includes attacking critical infrastructure like power plants and gas storage facilities. This tactic aims to disrupt essential services and infrastructure in Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

Speaking publicly for the first time since the latest apparent attempt on his life, Mr Trump praised the Secret Service and said it was a "much better result" than the first assassination attempt in July. Former US President Donald Trump recounted an alleged assassination attempt at his Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. While golfing on a Sunday morning, Trump heard four to five gunshots, prompting Secret Service agents to intervene. Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, was arrested and charged with federal gun offenses after a Secret Service agent spotted a rifle. The Secret Service confirmed their agent was the sole shooter. Trump described the incident as "quite something" but noted it "all worked out well." The event highlights the ongoing security concerns surrounding high-profile figures.  

The Taliban has introduced new laws in Kabul imposing stricter restrictions on Afghan women. The regulations, issued last month, prohibit women from speaking out, publicly reciting the Quran, or making eye contact with men outside their immediate family. Women are now required to cover their lower faces in addition to their head coverings. These measures formalize and intensify previous restrictions that were applied inconsistently. Enforcement of these laws has become more rigorous, especially in urban areas where restrictions were previously less strict. Afghan women report a significant increase in enforcement, leading to a more severe impact on their daily lives and freedoms.

A major court case in the US starts Monday to decide the future of Rupert Murdoch’s media empire and a £14.9bn family trust. The 93-year-old Murdoch is facing off against his eldest children over control of News Corp and Fox News. The dispute centers on Murdoch's wish to amend a 1999 family trust to ensure his son Lachlan gains control without his siblings' interference. The Murdoch family, known for inspiring the TV series Succession, has remained tight-lipped about the show. Murdoch's two younger children, Grace and Chloe, have no voting rights under the current trust agreement.

Rapper and music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has been arrested by federal agents following a sealed indictment filed by the Southern District of New York (SDNY). The charges reportedly involve allegations of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and illegal narcotics and firearms distribution. Investigators had previously interviewed multiple individuals connected to the case. Diddy’s attorney, Marc Agnifilo, expressed disappointment with the prosecution, stating that Combs has cooperated fully with authorities and voluntarily relocated to New York in anticipation of the charges. Agnifilo urged the public to withhold judgment, emphasizing that Combs looks forward to clearing his name in court.

Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, was charged with federal gun crimes after an apparent assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump. Routh, a convicted felon, was arrested after hiding for 12 hours near Trump's Florida golf course. The charges include possession of a firearm with an obstructed serial number. This marks the second reported attempt on Trump’s life in two months, sparking concerns over presidential candidate security. US President Joe Biden has called for enhanced Secret Service resources to protect candidates. Routh had previously been linked to disruptive activities in Ukraine, according to reports.

Ukraine and Russia exchanged 206 prisoners in a major swap on Saturday, with each country releasing 103 captives. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy credited the swap to his forces' recent incursion into Russia’s Kursk region, which boosted negotiations mediated by the United Arab Emirates. The released Ukrainians included 82 soldiers and 21 officers, held since the war's early months. Among them were 23 members of the Azov Brigade, who fought in Mariupol. The swap marks the third exchange since Ukraine's cross-border incursion, as Kyiv continues efforts to return captured soldiers.