Top 5 stories of October 12, 2026

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Here are today's top five stories.

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   Zelensky offers to halt refinery strikes

   Ukraine says it is ready to stop striking Russian oil refineries if Russia halts attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Volodymyr Zelensky made the offer.

2. 2

   Pope Leo XIV plans lung surgery in coming days

   Doctors found Pope Leo XIV has a well-localized lung nodule at a very early stage. He says he plans to have it removed in the coming days.

3. 3

   Poland probes possible plot against Tusk and defense chief

   Police received information about a possible attack targeting Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz. Authorities called an emergency meeting in Warsaw, but did not disclose details.

4. 4

   India frees Cockroach protest leaders

   Leaders of India’s Cockroach Janata Party were released after being detained ahead of protests over a voter list revision. They said demonstrations would continue.

5. 5

   Apple expected to unveil HomeView and new devices

   Apple is expected to introduce HomeView, an updated HomePod mini and a new Apple TV on October 13. HomeView reportedly has desktop and wall-mounted versions and could ship in November.

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