As Trump skips APEC, Xi fills the void

Hello. Today we have an exclusive on how Russia used a missile in Ukraine that led Trump to quit the nuclear treaty with Moscow.

Plus, read our inside look at how Syria's new ruler is trying to pivot away from the endemic corruption of Assad's reviled police state.

And 'The Andrew formerly known as Prince' - a royal banishment is welcomed by the British press.

"I didn't know the salaries the government pays were this high!" Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa joked after more than 100 loyalists arrived at his former rebel base.

"Have you forgotten you are the sons of the revolution?" Sharaa asked the gathered officials and business leaders, remarking upon the large number of Cadillac Escalades, Range Rovers and Chevrolet Tahoes parked outside. "Have you been tempted so quickly?"

Sharaa ordered civil servants with luxury cars to hand over the keys or face being investigated for illicit gains.

A selection of our top photography from around the world in October.

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