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Trump Calls Law Banning Russian Fuel Imports "Pretty Bad"

US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House that the law banning imports of Russian fuel into the United States is "pretty bad". He said he would look into the matter.

Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Nov, 03:10

Ukraine

Ukrainian Drone Battalion Near Huliaipole Tests Heavy Fixed-Wing Drones Against Armored Vehicles

Ukraine's 237th Unmanned Systems Battalion in Zaporizhzhia Oblast has used heavy fixed-wing drones in some strikes on Russian vehicles near Huliaipole, instead of the usual FPV drones. This may point to a new tactic against vehicles fitted with anti-drone armor.

Euromaidan Press · 6 Nov, 02:12

World

Three in four displaced people live in climate danger zones, UN says

The UN refugee agency UNHCR says about 90 million refugees and other forcibly displaced people face severe climate risks. Its report comes days before the COP31 climate conference in Turkey.

France 24 · 6 Nov, 02:12

Ukraine

Zelensky says Ukraine could consider online elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told Germany's ZDF television that the country could consider online voting, though parliament would have to decide on it. He stressed that holding elections without letting soldiers vote would be unfair.

Pravda — ziņas · 6 Nov, 02:12

Middle East

Trump Says US May Have to “Destroy” Rest of Iran

US President Donald Trump has said the US may have to "destroy" the rest of Iran, and that rebuilding would take 25 years. Iran has reportedly sent a nuclear proposal to the US via Qatari mediators.

Al Jazeera · 6 Nov, 02:11

World

Former Australian Police Officer Gives Evidence on Days Around Double Murders at Sydney Trial

In the New South Wales Supreme Court in Sydney, 31-year-old former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon continues giving evidence in his double murder trial. He says he went to his ex-partner's home to retrieve belongings.

The Guardian World · 6 Nov, 02:11

Ukraine

Meloni urges 'disorganized' EU to speak with one voice on Ukraine

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called on the European Union to present a unified position on Ukraine. The appeal comes amid criticism in Europe over some leaders' direct contacts with the Russian president.

Politico Europe · 6 Nov, 01:12

Ukraine

Two injured as Russian drone hits manufacturing facility in Kyiv Oblast

A Russian drone attack on a manufacturing and warehouse facility in the Bucha district of Kyiv Oblast on 5 November injured two people. Both received medical help at the scene and did not need hospital treatment.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Nov, 01:11

World

Optical illusion test: do you first notice the stars, the city or the umbrella?

An image-based personality quiz claims that the first detail a viewer notices – stars, a city or an umbrella – points to being observant, responsible or compassionate. The quiz is for entertainment, and its results are not scientifically proven.

Latvijas Avīze · 6 Nov, 01:10

Middle East

West Bank Palestinians Allowed Only a Few Days to Harvest Olives Under Israeli Military Oversight

Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank village of al-Mughayyir picked olives on Thursday under the watch of Israeli soldiers, with tear gas fired nearby. The UN has recorded the highest number of settler attacks since its records began in 2006.

Euronews · 6 Nov, 01:10

World

Two tankers carrying Russian diesel to the US have changed course

The UK's Financial Times reports that two tankers carrying Russian diesel toward the United States have altered their routes. The shipments stem from a deal between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin that has drawn criticism.

Diena · 6 Nov, 00:12

Ukraine

Zelenskyy hopes for more US support after midterm elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he hopes the US balance of power will stabilise after the Democrats won the midterm elections, bringing Ukraine more support. He spoke in an interview with Germany's ZDF television.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Nov, 00:12

World

Illusion in a Brazilian cave: water seems to fall from a halo around the sun

A video from a cave in Brazil has spread on social media, showing what looks like a stream of water falling from the sun's coloured halo. Specialists explain the effect as an interplay of sunlight, water droplets and atmospheric conditions.

Latvijas Avīze · 6 Nov, 00:11

Ukraine

Zelensky urges Latin America to help repair Ukraine's power grid

At a summit in Spain, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American leaders to supply transformers, cables and generators to repair infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks.

Euronews · 6 Nov, 00:10

World

French National Assembly unanimously rejects first part of state budget

On Wednesday evening the French National Assembly unanimously rejected the first part of the state budget, with no deputy backing the text that emerged from the debates. The discussion will now continue in the Senate.

Politico Europe · 5 Nov, 23:12

Middle East

After US midterms, Gulf states hope Iran war will end

After President Donald Trump's Republicans suffered a heavy defeat in the US midterm elections, Gulf states hope the war with Iran will wind down, while analysts warn of possible escalation. Trump conceded the war probably affected voters.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Nov, 23:12

Ukraine

Czech President denies ambitions to become Europe's negotiator on Ukraine

Czech President Petr Pavel said he has no ambitions of becoming a European negotiator for ending the war in Ukraine. The idea had been floated by Britain's The Telegraph.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Nov, 23:12

World

Who Could Be Behind Hoax Bomb Threats to European Air Travel?

Several European airlines and airports received false bomb threats, and some aircraft were diverted. As of Thursday evening there was no hard evidence tying them to Russia or anyone else, though some observers suspect Moscow.

BBC World · 5 Nov, 23:11

World

Montenegro Could Join the EU in 2028, European Commission Report Says

The European Commission said in a report published on Wednesday that Montenegro could finish EU accession talks this year and become a member in 2028. The report also assessed the progress of Moldova and Ukraine.

NRA · 5 Nov, 23:10

World

Farage says he'll meet Marine Le Pen "at some point in time"

Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's Reform UK party, says he will meet French right-wing politician Marine Le Pen "at some point in time". The meeting had been planned for October, but the dynamics in both parties have shifted.

Politico Europe · 5 Nov, 22:12

World

Students march in Athens demanding more education funding

A protest march in Greece's capital Athens called for higher state funding for education and repairs to school buildings. Police put turnout at about 4,000, a figure organisers dispute.

Euronews · 5 Nov, 22:12

Middle East

After US midterms, Gulf states fear renewed escalation in Iran war

After President Donald Trump's Republican Party suffered a heavy defeat in the US congressional midterms, analysts are weighing whether the war with Iran could escalate again. Gulf states, the main targets of Iranian attacks, are seeking a political exit and reassessing their security ties with Washington.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Nov, 22:12

Ukraine

DTEK Blames Worsening Power Supply on Shift in Russian Attack Tactics

DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, says the deteriorating electricity situation stems from changed Russian tactics and more intense attacks on energy infrastructure. It reports 78 strikes in the past three days.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Nov, 22:12

World

NATO sets up platform to help members buy counter-drone equipment

NATO announced on Thursday a new platform that will let its 32 member states buy vetted counter-drone equipment more quickly. It works like an online store, with products available for purchase or long-term lease.

TVNET · 5 Nov, 22:11

Ukraine

Melania Trump Hosts Russian and Ukrainian Officials at White House Over Oleshky Evacuation

US first lady Melania Trump hosted senior Russian and Ukrainian officials at the White House to mark a limited ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky. The meeting came as Russia continues to strike Ukraine and ties between Washington and Kyiv are strained.

Guardian Ukraina · 5 Nov, 22:11

World

Delfi opinion column: US midterm results and the state of Latvian politics

In a Delfi opinion column, an author writing as "Dieva Suns" assesses the US midterm elections and what they mean for Russia, Ukraine and Latvian politics. The piece also mentions the opening of the 15th Saeima on 3 November.

Delfi · 5 Nov, 22:10

World

Newsom Commutes Death Sentences of All 548 California Death Row Inmates to Life in Prison

California Governor Gavin Newsom has converted the death sentences of all 548 inmates on the state's death row to life in prison without parole. The state has not carried out an execution since 2006.

BBC World · 5 Nov, 22:10

World

Arrests and investigations begin in Serbia after election as old guard comes under scrutiny

After a student-backed list won Serbia's parliamentary election, prosecutors have rapidly opened cases against figures linked to the former government. Experts say the real test will be court verdicts.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Nov, 21:13

World

EU targets large firms to unlock budget deal

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Politico Europe · 5 Nov, 21:12

Ukraine

Zelensky: Every Ukrainian Power Plant Damaged by Russian Attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said every power plant in the country has been damaged by Russian strikes. He urged Spain and Latin American countries to urgently supply transformers, cables and generators.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Nov, 21:12

Ukraine

Pro-Kremlin activist Mulivanov, who moved to Russia, sent to fight in Ukraine

Sergejs Mulivanovs, a Latvian-born pro-Kremlin activist who moved to Russia in 2024, has reportedly been sent to the front in Ukraine against his will, according to relatives. His whereabouts and health condition are currently unknown.

Jauns.lv · 5 Nov, 21:12

World

Manhunt in western Turkey after eight people shot dead

Eight people were killed and one seriously injured in a series of shootings in Turkey's Afyonkarahisar province on Thursday. Police are conducting a large-scale search for the suspect, who fled the scene.

BBC World · 5 Nov, 21:12

World

Paraguay's President Peña Resigns Amid Collapse of Ueno Bank

Paraguayan President Santiago Peña resigned on Thursday after Ueno Bank was seized by the central bank, cutting about three million customers off from their accounts. The Chamber of Deputies was about to vote unanimously to impeach him.

Euronews · 5 Nov, 21:11

World

US midterm result raises uncertainty over Trump's foreign policy

After the Democrats' win in the US congressional midterms on 3 November, the world is watching whether President Donald Trump will change course abroad. A Guardian editorial argues the Iran war reached voters through higher prices.

Guardian Ukraina · 5 Nov, 21:11

Ukraine

Melania Trump hands personal letters to Zelenskyy and Putin

US First Lady Melania Trump delivered personal letters to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian leader Vladimir Putin on 5 November. The contents of the letters have not been disclosed.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Nov, 20:11

World

Meloni urges EU to appoint a negotiator for talks with Russia

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has written to the European Council president urging the European Union to name a representative for talks with Russia. She warns the bloc could become irrelevant in the Ukraine peace process.

TVNET · 5 Nov, 20:10