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Nigeria arrests alleged Mexican drug kingpin at Lagos airport
Nigeria's drug enforcement agency has arrested a 40-year-old Mexican man suspected of running a methamphetamine lab, the third such facility uncovered in four months.
BBC World · 16 Sept, 02:51
Russian warship fires flares at Danish military helicopter, NATO condemns move
A Russian warship fired flares at a Danish military helicopter during a routine mission near Denmark's coast, with one flare passing close to the aircraft. NATO called the incident another irresponsible Russian provocation aimed at intimidating allies.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Sept, 02:50
Video: Visitor holding a child climbs onto a live tortoise at Chinese amusement park
A video from a leisure park in China shows a visitor climbing onto a live tortoise while holding a child, sparking widespread public outrage. Park management has announced stricter penalties for cruelty toward animals.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Sept, 02:50
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Russia again halts gas supplies to Armenia
Russia has suspended gas deliveries to Armenia for ten days this week, repeating a similar move from last year. The suspension coincides with Armenia's ongoing efforts to reduce its dependence on Moscow's influence.
TVNET · 16 Sept, 02:49
Thousands of Africans drawn into Russia's war effort in Ukraine
Thousands of people from African countries have ended up involved in Russia's war in Ukraine, either fighting or working on the Kremlin's behalf, according to a journalist who recently returned from Ukraine.
France 24 · 16 Sept, 02:49
US House advances bill on tough Russia sanctions
The US House of Representatives on Tuesday cleared a procedural hurdle for a bill that would empower President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on countries buying Russian energy. The vote exposed divisions among both Republicans and Democrats.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Sept, 02:47
US House advances bill on tougher sanctions against Russia and Iran
The US House Rules Committee has backed a bill imposing tougher sanctions on Russia and Iran, clearing the way for a full House vote on Wednesday, September 16.
LSM · 16 Sept, 02:43
Russia introduces separatist rituals and weapons training for children in Moldova's Transnistria
Schools in Russia-backed Transnistria now open each week with separatist flag ceremonies, and rights activists say children as young as 11 are being trained to handle weapons and drones.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Sept, 01:52
Residents evacuated as bomb squad called to house in Sheffield
Police have set up a cordon and called in a bomb disposal unit in the High Green area of Sheffield after a suspicious item was found at a house, prompting the evacuation of nearby residents.
BBC England · 16 Sept, 01:52
US Justice Department accuses Russian intelligence agents of plotting assassinations
The US Department of Justice has charged a group of Russian nationals linked to Russian intelligence services with financing terrorism and conspiring to carry out contract killings. Among the planned targets was a Russian dissident believed to be located in Washington.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Sept, 01:48
US Charges Russian Intelligence Agents With Terror Financing and Assassination Plots
The US Justice Department has charged a group of Russian citizens, linked by authorities to Russian intelligence services, with financing terrorism and conspiring to carry out assassinations worldwide. The alleged targets included a Russian dissident believed to be in Washington.
Pravda — ziņas · 16 Sept, 01:48
Why Is the Far Right Turning to Cryptocurrency?
A new Al Jazeera video report examines how far-right political movements are increasingly using cryptocurrency, from billionaire donors backing parties to activists raising money in Bitcoin.
Al Jazeera · 16 Sept, 01:47
Ukraine's Prosecutor General Leaves Country After Striking Back at Anti-Corruption Bodies
Ukraine's Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko signed suspicion notices against NABU's director and a person close to SAPO's head overnight before September 14, then dropped his personal state security detail and left the country, raising questions about his alleged role in shielding fraudulent call centers.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Sept, 00:51
US charges suspected Russian intelligence agents over alleged plot to kill dissident believed to be in Washington
US Attorney General Todd Blanche said New York prosecutors have charged several Russian nationals linked to Russian intelligence with plotting to kill a Russian opposition figure they believed was in Washington.
Meduza · 16 Sept, 00:48
Merz cancels UN trip after AfD's regional election triumph
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has canceled his trip to the UN General Assembly, saying he must remain in Berlin after the CDU's heavy defeat in Saxony-Anhalt. Two more key regional elections are set for Sunday.
Jauns.lv · 16 Sept, 00:48
Israeli Drone Strikes on Gaza Residential Area Kill Teenager and Civil Defense Worker
Two Israeli drone strikes hit a residential neighborhood in Gaza, killing a teenager and a civil defense worker, a local official said, as Israel faces growing international pressure to scale back its attacks.
The New York Times · 16 Sept, 00:45
Investigation: Russia uses leftist network to recruit fighters for war in Ukraine
An investigation by The Insider found that Russia has built a network abroad blending socialist and anti-globalist groups, which has been used for disinformation and to recruit people to fight in Ukraine. Latvia-raised Beness Aijo is named among those involved.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 23:49
Ukraine's Prosecutor General Kravchenko Vanishes After Striking at Anti-Corruption Bodies
After anti-corruption agencies raided officials tied to fraudulent call centers, Ukraine's Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko filed suspicion notices against the NABU director overnight, then left the country hours later. His announced resignation has still not reached parliament.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 23:49
Zelensky says Russian drones twice entered Moldovan airspace while his plane was there
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian drones recently entered Moldovan airspace twice while his presidential plane was in the country, while a source in his office dismissed reports of a near-collision as exaggerated.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 23:48
2026 US Midterms Seen as Pivotal for Washington's Political Balance
The upcoming 2026 US midterm elections are being described as pivotal, with voters set to weigh Donald Trump's presidency, divisions within the parties, and the key issues shaping the race.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 23:46
Data breach affects Southport attack victims, survivors and their families
The UK's Ministry of Justice has apologised after unauthorised access to court files linked to the 2024 Southport attack affected victims, survivors and their families, prompting an urgent investigation overseen by the Lord Chancellor.
BBC England · 15 Sept, 23:45
NATO jets down drone over Lithuania as Russian ship fires flares at Danish helicopter
NATO fighter jets shot down a suspected explosive-laden drone over Lithuania overnight, while Denmark reported a Russian frigate fired flares at one of its helicopters over the Baltic Sea.
France 24 · 15 Sept, 23:45
Ukraine reveals secret "Operation Vivaldi" in northern Donetsk
Ukraine's armed forces say they have cleared Russian infiltrators and retaken territory in northern Donetsk region as part of a previously secret operation called "Vivaldi," though its broader scope remains undisclosed.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Sept, 23:44
Russian drone found in Poland resists X-ray inspection
Polish military experts have been unable since morning to determine whether a drone found in West Pomerania voivodeship poses a threat, as its casing blocks X-rays. They are searching for alternative ways to examine it without destroying it.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Sept, 23:43
Report finds U.S. democracy at lowest point in 50 years
A new global democracy report has found that the United States is currently at its weakest level of democratic performance in the 50 years such measurements have been conducted.
NPR World · 15 Sept, 22:50
Zelensky says Russia twice targeted his plane over Moldova in recent weeks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CBS News that Russia has twice targeted his presidential plane in connection with Moldova over recent weeks, calling it part of a broader intimidation strategy against him and other foreign leaders.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 22:48
Poland stops truck carrying 34 migrants who sought asylum in Latvia
Polish border guards halted a refrigerated truck carrying 34 migrants who had applied for international protection in Latvia. The people were handed over to Lithuanian authorities, and an investigation was launched against the driver.
Latvijas Avīze · 15 Sept, 22:46
Merz cancels New York trip as domestic political pressure mounts in Germany
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has scrapped his trip to New York, where he was due to receive the Henry Kissinger Prize and address the U.N. General Assembly. The cancellation comes days before key regional elections in Germany.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 22:45
Sharp rise in Russian assault groups near Dobropillia, but tactics remain familiar
A Ukrainian staff sergeant reports a significant increase in Russian assault groups attempting to break through toward Dobropillia, though the tactics used remain familiar. Ukrainian forces have already mined the main routes the Russian military could use to approach the city.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Sept, 22:45
UK bosses to be required to meet employees over flexible working requests
The UK government has announced new rights requiring employers to hold face-to-face meetings with workers who request flexible working and to justify any refusal. First Secretary of State Louise Haigh made the announcement at the TUC conference in Brighton.
The Guardian World · 15 Sept, 22:45
Russia launches early voting in occupied Ukrainian territories
Russia began early voting on 14 September in occupied Ukrainian areas, including Donetsk, ahead of its national parliamentary election, with mobile teams reaching voters under armed military escort. Kyiv and Western governments call the vote illegal.
Euronews · 15 Sept, 22:44
General Staff: 219 clashes recorded along front over past day, most near Pokrovsk
Ukraine's General Staff reported 219 combat clashes with Russian forces on September 15, with the highest concentration in the Pokrovsk direction, alongside dozens of air strikes and thousands of shelling incidents.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Sept, 22:43
Merz cancels trip to UN General Assembly
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has scrapped his planned trip to the UN General Assembly in New York next week, as his presence is needed in Berlin amid mounting domestic political pressure. Two more state elections are set for this weekend following a heavy defeat for his party.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 21:48
Merz to skip UN General Assembly session in New York
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cancelled his planned trip to next week's UN General Assembly, as his presence is needed in Berlin, according to government sources cited by DPA.
Apollo.lv · 15 Sept, 21:47
Iran war has cost US taxpayers $38 billion — and the bill keeps growing
The Congressional Budget Office estimates the ongoing US military campaign against Iran has already cost taxpayers roughly $38 billion, with spending continuing to rise by $2-3 billion each month.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 21:47
Leningrad Region to Cap Fuel Purchases at 30 Liters Per Fill-Up
Russia's Leningrad region will introduce a uniform 30-liter fuel purchase limit per vehicle in the coming days as a temporary measure amid ongoing shortages, with about a fifth of independent and small gas stations already shut. Officials say gasoline supply is stabilizing but remains tight.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 21:47