Poland Detains Man Over Alleged Plot Against Tusk
A man allegedly threatened Poland’s prime minister and planned an attack. What investigators say, where accounts differ and what is still unknown.
Day 11. October 2026
Trump Calls for Zelensky’s Replacement as Zelensky Offers Wartime Elections
US President Trump demands a new president in Ukraine and a halt to strikes on Russian refineries. Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to hold elections – with a 60-day ceasefire.
Clocks Go Back on 25 October: What to Know, Especially With Kids
Germany returns to winter time in the night to 25 October. What happens to long-distance trains and S-Bahn, how to ease children into it, and why the EU still hasn't scrapped the clock change.
Munich’s autumn Dult: what families should know
The Kirchweihdult runs 17–25 October on Mariahilfplatz. Free entry, Family Day on 20 October – plus travel tips and costs for kids.
Spies: Russia plans attacks on defence executives
Five European intelligence services warn, according to the Financial Times, that the Kremlin is expanding sabotage and assassination plans against executives of defence companies. The BfV is stepping up protection for German companies.
Russian air strikes on Sloviansk and Yasnohirka injure nine
Nine civilians were injured on Sunday in Russian air strikes on Sloviansk and the settlement of Yasnohirka in Kramatorsk municipality, according to the prosecutor's office of Donetsk region.
Munich Tram Turns 150: Free Festival Weekend for Families
On 17 and 18 October MVG marks the anniversary with a vintage-vehicle parade, a free anniversary line and a depot open day with children’s activities.
Zelenskyy offers to halt refinery strikes if Russia spares grid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kyiv is ready to stop its strikes on Russian oil refineries if Moscow stops shelling Ukraine's energy infrastructure. De-escalation steps must be mutual and include real guarantees, he stresses.
Kramatorsk expands mandatory evacuation of children
Authorities in the Donetsk region are expanding the mandatory evacuation of children in Kramatorsk. According to the head of the regional military administration, Vadym Filashkin, 130 streets and other facilities in the city are affected.
Russian drone hits ambulance in Ukraine’s Sumy region
A Russian drone struck an ambulance in the Sumy region. Two paramedics were injured, their injuries are preliminarily considered light.
Diesel deal: Berlin keeps sanctions, German pumps barely affected
Germany and the EU keep their Russian diesel ban, and experts expect little change at the pump. Ukraine warns Moscow is getting fresh money.
Early-Start Pension: €10 a Month for Children – Who Gets It
The state plans €10 a month for every child turning six in 2026. What the bill says, who it leaves out, and what parents should not do just yet.
Kyiv: Sappers recover warhead of Russian missile in courtyard
In Kyiv's Obolon district, explosives specialists recovered the warhead and harmless remnants of a ballistic missile. The projectile struck the courtyard of high-rise apartment blocks on Saturday.
Munich kids’ cinema: €3 tickets at Gasteig HP8
A children’s film every Friday at 3 pm, and almost daily during the autumn holidays. Kids pay €3, adults €4. What is on, for which ages, and how to book.
Ukraine intelligence names 20 ships in Russia’s shadow fleet
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence has published data on 20 Russian ships transporting oil and liquefied natural gas. According to Ukrinform, all are subject to British or Ukrainian sanctions, while one of the ships is under US restrictions.