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POLITICS17h ago'US tilting toward Russia: Europeans are standing more and more solidly with Zelensky'As transatlantic relations confront renewed geopolitical uncertainty, former Estonian President Toomas Hendrik Ilves delivers a pointed assessment of Washington's shifting approach to Russia's war on Ukraine and the profound implications for European security. At the heart of his analysis lies a fundamental question: can Europe develop the political unity, strategic independence and military capabilities necessary to defend its interests in an increasingly unpredictable international order? Ilves response: "If there's any time for Europe to begin to act as Europe and not as being strictly selfFrance 24 [en]
POLITICS17h agoTrump says White House didn't order Starlink restrictions in UkraineUkrainian officials complained this week that SpaceX had limited internet connectivity without advance notice.CNBC
POLITICS17h ago«Seoul will not choose a side»: Ukraine and South Korea clash under Pyongyang's gazeDÉCRYPTAGE - Lee Jae-myung et Volodymyr Zelensky s’affrontent sur le sort de prisonniers de guerre nord-coréens.Le Figaro International
POLITICS17h agoDozens detained in immigration raid near St. Petersburg’s Sennoy Market as enlistment officers serve summonses to newly naturalized citizensAn immigration raid is underway in central St. Petersburg, where OMON riot police have cordoned off a block on Moskovsky Prospekt near Sennoy Market. The block includes a prayer room attended by about 1,000 worshipers, a law enforcement source told TASS.Meduza [en]
POLITICS18h agoHijab ban at schools in Azerbaijan: What's behind the rare wave of protests?Girls wearing headscarves have been turned away from schools in Azerbaijan, triggering unusual protests involving children. The government rules do not mention hijabs. Why are schools enforcing unwritten rules?DW News [en]
POLITICS18h agoBudget, Ukraine, migration: Five takeaways from the EU leaders’ summitEU leaders ended their Brussels summit with no deal on the budget, a new €70bn Ukraine funding gap, open clashes over energy and migration, but fresh resolve to create new trade defence tools to battle China.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS18h agoEurope may have to secure Ukraine’s victory without U.S. support, German political scientist saysEurope should shift from a policy focused on preventing Ukraine’s defeat to a strategy aimed at securing its victory in the war against Russia, preparing, if necessary, to pursue this goal without U.S. support.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS18h ago'A first step to restore mutual trust': Hungary and Ukraine on the path to reconciliationDÉCRYPTAGE - Depuis le départ de Viktor Orban, les deux pays tentent de recoller les morceaux, mais leur relation bilatérale reste pavée de malentendus.Le Figaro International
POLITICS18h agoFormer Russian Academy of Sciences library director Oleg Shorin arrested in Moscow on fraud chargesMoscow’s Zamoskvoretsky District Court has ordered Oleg Shorin, the former director of the Russian Academy of Sciences’ Library for Natural Sciences, held in custody on charges of large-scale fraud, Kommersant reported.Meduza [en]
POLITICS18h agoTrump Russian Diesel Deal Faces Republican Rebellion And European ResistanceA proposed deal involving Trump and Russian diesel is encountering significant opposition from Republican lawmakers and European entities. This highlights political divisions and international concerns regarding potential energy agreements.foreignpolicyjournal.com · Israel
POLITICS18h agoUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy October 2026 address to the European Council – The Sofia GlobeUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered an address to the European Council in October 2026. This event signifies ongoing diplomatic engagement between Ukraine and European Union bodies, crucial for international relations and support.sofiaglobe.com · Bulgaria
POLITICS19h agoCommission and Ukraine launch joint task force over EU accessionThe Commission and Ukraine launched a joint task force meeting twice a week to speed up accession reforms on the rule of law and anti-corruption, after Hungary lifted its veto and two more negotiating clusters were opened.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS19h agoEU–Turkey summit in October aims to restart Cyprus talksPresident Christodoulides said the high-level meeting would focus on resuming negotiations over Cyprus and advancing EU-Turkey relations.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS19h agoZelensky’s despair as Trump turns towards RussiaZelensky warned Trump’s diesel deal puts money in ‘Putin’s pocket’ and can never offset the impact of the closure of the Strait of HormuzThe Independent World
POLITICS19h agoTrump calls Ukraine new attacks on Russian refineries a disgrace and blames them for pushing up global energy prices - after Zelensky condemned US president betrayal freerepublic.com · United States
POLITICS19h agoMadagascar marks one year since uprising as Russia’s influence growsMadagascar marks one year on Saturday since military leader Michael Randrianirina took power following weeks of youth-led protests that brought down elected president Andry Rajoelina. Over the past year, Russian influence has grown through closer military ties and weapons deliveries, while researchers have identified Moscow’s interest in a strategic Indian Ocean port. Many of the political reforms demanded by protesters, however, remain unfinished.RFI [en]
POLITICS20h agoZelensky hails "real leaders" in Europe, blasts Trump's diesel deal with RussiaUkrainian ​President Volodymyr Zelensky took aim on Friday at US President Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia and welcomed the prospect of European allies stepping up their role in talks, calling Moscow's stance a "parody" of peace negotiations. At a European Union summit in Brussels, Zelenskiy said Russia did not want peace. He added that Ukraine was still experiencing disruptions to the SpaceX Starshield satellite system. FRANCE 24's Europe Editor Armen Georgian reports from Brussels.France 24 [en]
POLITICS20h agoREPLAY: Ukraine's Zelensky holds presser in BrusselsUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday urged European leaders to maintain their support for Kyiv and warned against easing sanctions on Russia. Speaking to reporters at the European summit in Brussels, Zelensky said that ending the war remained Ukraine’s priority but accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of having no genuine interest in negotiations. He also criticised a US deal involving Russian diesel, arguing that easing restrictions could allow Moscow to reap financial benefits and pave the way for broader sanctions relief. Watch the replay.France 24 [en]
POLITICS21h agoZelensky on diesel deal: Ukraine cannot accept it, as gas and banks could be nextPresident Volodymyr Zelensky stated that he always finds topics for discussion with U.S. President Donald Trump, whereas Russian dictator Vladimir Putin seeks to destroy Ukraine.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS21h agoAlbania: Students demand political change and resignation of Prime Minister Edi RamaEmpty lecture halls, burning buildings and demands for change: Albanian students are spearheading a protest movement that has become the biggest challenge to Prime Minister Edi Rama in years.DW News [en]
POLITICS21h agoGOP Senators Demand Probe Into Ukraine Satellite Data LossRepublican Senators are demanding an investigation into the loss of satellite data related to Ukraine. This indicates concerns among US lawmakers regarding a critical intelligence or operational issue.570wkbn.iheart.com · United States
POLITICS21h agoCan Russia help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan?Russia has close ties with the Taliban and is courting Islamabad, but analysts say its leverage remains uncertain.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS22h agoWeek in Review: Bad Deals and ScandalsOur selection of Balkan Insight Premium stories this week takes a look at salacious tales making unpleasant headlines, political deals being mooted and insiders spilling secrets.Balkan Insight
POLITICS22h ago12 US Senators Urge Trump to Scrap Russian Diesel DealA group of US Senators has called on a former President to cancel a deal involving Russian diesel. This highlights ongoing political pressure regarding international trade and sanctions policy.indiawest.com · India