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Bipartisan group of US senators urges Trump to rescind Putin's G20 summit invitation

Fourteen US senators have called on President Donald Trump to withdraw his invitation for Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the G20 summit set for December in Miami, The Washington Post reported on Saturday.

Apollo.lv · 26 Sept, 15:45

Nine-year-old girl dies in ATV accident in Lithuania

A nine-year-old girl died over the weekend in an ATV accident in the Kelmė district of Lithuania after being thrown from the vehicle during a turn.

Jauns.lv · 26 Sept, 15:44

Brazil's Lula signs order banning online betting week before election

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed an order banning fixed-odds betting just over a week before the first round of the presidential election. He said the move targets the widespread problem of families falling into debt.

France 24 · 26 Sept, 15:43

Deliberate cable damage disrupts long-distance train services in Germany

Intentional damage to railway cables in North Rhine-Westphalia on Saturday caused several long-distance train services to be cancelled, delayed or rerouted.

TVNET · 26 Sept, 14:46

Pezeshkian: Iran no longer trusts talks with Washington

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Al Jazeera that Tehran no longer trusts negotiations with Washington, revealing that Qatar and Pakistan are currently relaying Iran's messages to the United States.

Al Jazeera · 26 Sept, 14:46

UN expands Israeli settlements blacklist with 61 more companies

The UN human rights office added 61 companies to its blacklist of firms tied to Israeli settlements in the West Bank, bringing the total to 214. Israel rejected the report outright.

The Guardian World · 26 Sept, 14:45

Tartu dissertation traces how Lenin promised self-determination yet built a centralized state

University of Tartu doctoral researcher Oliver Rowe argues that the meaning of self-determination during the Russian Empire's collapse (1914–1924) varied depending on who invoked it, and that both Bolsheviks and their rivals believed the center should decide how much autonomy other peoples deserved.

ERR News · 26 Sept, 14:42

NYT Journalists Hold Hour-Long Interview With Canadian PM Mark Carney

The New York Times hosted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for a one-hour interview at its New York office on Wednesday, with ten of the paper's journalists and editors taking part.

The New York Times · 26 Sept, 13:49

Euronews releases midday news roundup for September 26

Euronews has published its regular midday news bulletin video, offering a brief overview of the day's key developments across Europe and beyond. The roundup covers world affairs, business, politics, culture, entertainment and travel.

Euronews · 26 Sept, 13:48

Poland offers to pay $15,000 a year per US soldier for permanent base

Poland's deputy defense minister says Warsaw is willing to cover $15,000 annually per US soldier plus infrastructure costs for a permanent American military base on Polish territory, as talks with the Pentagon continue over troop numbers and locations.

Ukrainska Pravda · 26 Sept, 13:46

At least two dead, four missing after explosion levels building near Athens Acropolis

An explosion, suspected to be caused by a gas leak, destroyed a three-storey building housing a holiday rental in Athens' Plaka district, killing at least two people and leaving four more missing.

BBC World · 26 Sept, 13:45

Israel bars Arab parties from election while politicians facing ICC warrants remain eligible

Israel has banned Arab political parties from participating in the upcoming election, while Israeli politicians subject to International Criminal Court arrest warrants or international sanctions remain free to run.

Al Jazeera · 26 Sept, 13:43

Building collapses after explosion in historic Athens district; one dead

A building collapsed following an explosion in a historic district of Athens on Friday, leaving one person dead and at least five others missing.

LSM · 26 Sept, 13:42

Attorney General Emerges as Major Obstacle to Netanyahu's Agenda

Israel's first female attorney general, Gali Baharav-Miara, has blocked many of the government's efforts to loosen constraints on its power, according to The New York Times. She has become one of the country's most polarizing officials.

The New York Times · 26 Sept, 12:48

UK review to recommend fast-track disability benefits for severely disabled young people

An official UK review of youth employment led by former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn will recommend guaranteed, fast-track disability benefits for 16- to 24-year-olds with the most severe, lifelong conditions. The report is expected in October.

The Guardian World · 26 Sept, 12:48

Zelensky: 14 injured, two killed in Zaporizhzhia in overnight Russian strikes

Overnight Russian attacks across several Ukrainian regions injured 14 people, while two were killed in Zaporizhzhia. Zelensky urged Western allies to impose tougher sanctions on Russia.

Pravda — ziņas · 26 Sept, 12:46

At least six killed as Russian strikes hit Ukraine overnight

Russian attacks across several Ukrainian regions killed at least six people and wounded dozens over the past 24 hours, as Putin denied any plans for conflict with Europe.

Euronews · 26 Sept, 12:44

Morocco's PAM party tops parliamentary election but falls short of majority

Morocco's Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) won the most seats in the country's parliamentary election but will need to negotiate a coalition after falling short of an outright majority.

France 24 · 26 Sept, 12:41

Farmer counts the cost after stolen tractor rammed into house

An English farmer says a stolen tractor that was driven into a rival's house has left him thousands of pounds out of pocket, with the thief now jailed for over seven years.

BBC England · 26 Sept, 11:49

Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Rostov and Krasnodar regions overnight

Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Rostov region and Krasnodar territory overnight into Saturday, according to Telegram channels and local authorities. Detailed information on the consequences is not yet available.

Apollo.lv · 26 Sept, 11:49

Trump urged Zelensky to travel to Moscow, Bloomberg reports

Bloomberg reports that US President Donald Trump suggested Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travel to Moscow to meet Vladimir Putin, though Zelensky's office denies this.

Delfi · 26 Sept, 11:48

Ukraine strikes Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region

Ukraine's armed forces struck the Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai overnight on 25-26 September, sparking a fire at the facility that supplies fuel products to the Russian military.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 26 Sept, 11:47

Ukrainian forces strike Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region

Overnight on September 26, Ukraine's Armed Forces struck the Ilsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region, sparking a fire. The General Staff says the plant's output is also used to supply Russian troops.

Pravda — ziņas · 26 Sept, 11:46

Iran-linked war strains Iraq's economy as oil revenue drops and imports grow costlier

Conflict tied to Iran has disrupted Iraq's oil exports and made imports more expensive, exposing the country's heavy reliance on oil revenue and foreign goods.

Al Jazeera · 26 Sept, 11:46

Founder of a Major Lady Gaga Fan Page Reveals Years-Long Imprisonment in Belarus

Kirill Nguyen, founder of the prominent Lady Gaga fan page Gaga Daily, resurfaced this week after more than two years, saying he had been imprisoned in Belarus for taking part in pro-democracy protests.

The New York Times · 26 Sept, 11:44

NATO deputy commander: alliance ready to strike if defense requires it

NATO's deputy supreme commander in Europe, Sir Johnny Stringer, said in an interview that the alliance would strike targets on enemy territory if needed to defend its members. He stressed years of planning have focused especially on defending the Baltic states.

ERR News · 26 Sept, 10:49

Bangkok declares flood emergency as heavy rains submerge roads

Bangkok has declared a flood emergency after 48 hours of heavy rain overwhelmed the city's canal system, leaving roads underwater. Residents have been urged to stay indoors and move belongings to upper floors.

BBC World · 26 Sept, 10:48

Two British women die in Romania crash during dog rescue trip

Two British women who were helping transport rescued dogs died in a multi-vehicle crash in Romania near the Serbian border. Several of the dogs are also reported to have died.

BBC England · 26 Sept, 10:45

Estonian Health Insurance Fund to delay healthcare wage tariff increase by nine months

The head of Estonia's Health Insurance Fund says the next increase in healthcare tariffs tied to medical staff wage growth will be pushed back from April 2027 to January 2028, following failed union talks on a new collective agreement.

ERR (rus) · 26 Sept, 10:44

Expert Garisons: prolonged war may push Russia toward increasingly risky decisions

Former Latvian Defence Ministry state secretary Jānis Garisons warns that a prolonged war can erode a country's leadership's grip on reality, drawing on historical experience from World War II. He suggests similar patterns may now be visible in Russia's conduct.

Latvijas Avīze · 26 Sept, 10:42

Sources: Zelensky rejected Trump's suggestion to meet Putin in Moscow

Bloomberg reports that US President Donald Trump suggested Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travel to Moscow to meet Vladimir Putin, but Zelensky rejected the idea. Zelensky's office officially denies such a proposal was ever made.

Jauns.lv · 26 Sept, 10:41

Trump's grip weakens as courts, polls and party turn against him

Twenty months into his second term, US President Donald Trump's authority is showing cracks as courts rule against him, approval ratings hit historic lows, and some Republicans distance themselves ahead of the midterms. Analysts warn that as his real power fades, Trump may become more unpredictable.

The Guardian World · 26 Sept, 09:48

After a calmer summer, Kyiv braces for a dreaded winter

Following a relatively quiet summer, Kyiv residents are preparing for winter as Russian attacks on the city have grown more frequent and now occur during daytime, with memories of last year's brutal cold driving intense preparations.

Guardian Ukraina · 26 Sept, 09:47

Saudi coalition says it intercepted Houthi drones and missiles aimed at the kingdom

A Saudi-led coalition said Saturday it intercepted Iran-aligned Houthi drones and missiles targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait, as fighting in Yemen continues to escalate with rising casualties.

Euronews · 26 Sept, 09:46