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Based on headlines compiled for today, Tuesday October 20, 2026:

10 Biggest News Stories for October 20, 2026

1. France Gripped by Widespread Violent Unrest
France faces widespread unrest as protests turn violent, with authorities working to restore public order. Headlines note France Faces Widespread Protests Over Rising Living Costs, Public Services and School Conditions. Macron calls for calm in France and warns rioting must not escalate. A Reuters World News briefing covers mass protests in France.

2. Iran Urges U.S. to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran urged the United States to consider its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid continuing regional tensions. Also reported as Iran Urges the United States to Accept Its Proposal to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

3. EU Condemns Israeli Settler Attacks in the West Bank
The European Union condemned violent attacks by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, including incidents involving diplomats. Also listed as European Union Condemns Violent Settler Attacks, Including Incidents Involving Diplomats in the West Bank.

4. Putin Proposes Ukraine Peace Summit with Trump and Xi
Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly proposed a summit with Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to discuss a possible Ukraine peace deal.

5. Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede Kills 19
Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede Claims 19 Lives, State Announces Compensation for Victims’ Families.

6. U.S. Waives Planned 100% Tariffs on India
United States Waives Planned 100% Tariffs on India, Citing National Interest.

7. Pope Leo XIV to Gradually Return After Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV Pledges a Gradual Return to Public Duties Following Cancer Surgery.

8. Deadly Airstrike in Yemen's Saada Province
An airstrike in Yemen’s Saada province reportedly killed at least nine people, including women and children. Reuters briefing also notes turmoil in Yemen’s Taiz.

9. Egypt Backs Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Tensions
Egypt offered support to Saudi Arabia amid renewed tensions and attacks linked to Yemen’s Houthi conflict, also reported as Egypt Offers Support to Saudi Arabia Amid Rising Regional Security Concerns.

10. India Dominates Asian Para Games + Major Business News
Sports: Mona Agarwal Wins Gold and Avani Lekhara Secures Silver at Asian Para Games 2026, Nishad Kumar Clinches Gold in Long Jump at Asian Para Games, and Indian Archer Sheetal Devi Equals World Record With 704 Points at Asian Para Games.
Business: Government Confirms Sale of 60.72% Stake in IDBI Bank to Fairfax for Around ₹53,000 Crore and Prices of 137 Anti-Cancer Medicines Set to Fall by Up to 70% From November 9.

Other notable headlines today include CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour to leave network after 43 years and fires at a Canadian military base covered in the Reuters briefing.