Nov 9, 2026, 09:30 PM UTC

European forces from 11 nations have commenced exercise "COALITION 26.2" across Poland, France, and Turkey to prepare for potential post-conflict operations in Ukraine. Led by France and the United Kingdom under the Multinational Forces for Ukraine framework without United States involvement, the drills involve 2,800 troops and run through November 22. The training aims to prepare personnel for economic recovery and military reconstruction tasks following a formal ceasefire. However, expert assessments cited in reporting note that actual deployment remains uncertain and dependent on the terms of any future peace agreement. Meanwhile, representatives from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom will attend upcoming peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi on behalf of European nations.

Sources: Avaz, Beta, Klix, N1, Vijesti

Polish authorities continue to investigate the motive behind Saturday's mass shooting in central Krakow after the 24-year-old suspect, identified as Michal O., died in hospital. Police confirmed that the gunman, who held a valid firearms permit, used a semi-automatic AR-15 rifle variant to open fire from a vehicle on bystanders in the city's main square. The attack left six people dead and at least 17 injured.

Investigators also discovered three bodies at the suspect's residence, believed to be his parents and sister. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the discovery as "the next act of this tragedy." President Karol Nawrocki declared Sunday and Monday as days of national mourning as the nation seeks answers following one of the deadliest shootings in Polish history.

Sources: Danas, Delo, N1, Siol.net, Vijesti.

In Poland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk faces an intensifying political crisis following government-backed leadership changes at the Constitutional Tribunal. Right-wing opposition figures have labeled the government's actions a "state coup," triggering mass demonstrations outside the tribunal's headquarters in Warsaw.

Meanwhile, international diplomatic efforts regarding the war in Ukraine persist. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed Ankara's willingness to host direct peace negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow in Istanbul. However, European Commission spokeswoman Paula Pinho stated that discussions on a future European security framework should only take place after the war ends.

Separately, Germany revealed it has allocated nearly €101 billion in overall support to Ukraine since the 2022 invasion—including over €43.3 billion in civilian assistance—confirming no major misuse of financial resources.

Sources: Liga net, NV, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда

French political leaders across the spectrum are stepping up preparations for the 2027 presidential election amid shifting public support and coalition discussions.

Recent opinion polls show rising momentum for National Rally's Marine Le Pen and La France Insoumise (LFI) leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon, while former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe's figures continue to fall. Meanwhile, LFI officials Manuel Bompard and Clémence Guetté detailed plans to govern by decree under a "social state of emergency" with parliamentary oversight if elected.

Separately, Place Publique leader Raphaël Glucksmann claimed he turned down a prime ministerial role after the 2024 legislative elections to maintain ideological distance from President Emmanuel Macron, though executive sources clarified no formal offer was made. Concurrently, Macron met with loyalist lawmakers at the Élysée Palace to evaluate potential right-center coalitions.

Sources: La Tribune, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Soir, Libération

Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched strikes targeting the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, damaging a building belonging to state oil giant Saudi Aramco.

According to the Saudi Energy Ministry, coalition forces intercepted incoming ballistic missiles launched by the Iran-aligned group. Falling debris caused "minor damage" to the Aramco facility, with authorities reporting no casualties or injuries. Houthi representatives confirmed the group conducted operations using ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones aimed at the Saudi capital's business center.

The strike marks an attack on Saudi Arabia's main financial hub and primary economic infrastructure amid ongoing regional conflict.

Sources: BBC News, La Tribune, Le Figaro, Le Monde, Libération.