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Canada weighs joining EU's €90 billion loan for Ukraine

Canada is negotiating whether to contribute to the EU's €90 billion loan for Ukraine as part of an effort to deepen ties with Europe. Both sides hope to agree on the size of Canada's contribution before an end-of-October summit in Montreal.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 10:45

World

Israeli culture minister demands citizenship be stripped from filmmakers honored at Venice

Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar has called for revoking the citizenship of documentary filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor after their film "NAZA" won an award at the Venice Film Festival. The minister described their actions as state treason.

Apollo.lv · 14 Sept, 09:49

Ukraine

Ukraine's Prosecutor General Kravchenko Leaves Country Overnight in Official Car

Sources tell Ukrainska Pravda that Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko crossed Ukraine's border overnight on September 14 in an official vehicle, reportedly using a trip to Lithuania as cover. An anti-corruption watchdog claims his departure came in exchange for signing a suspicion notice against the NABU director.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 09:48

World

Bali: Police investigate deaths of Australian man and his two children as suspected murder-suicide

The bodies of 56-year-old Australian Damien John Shaw and his six-year-old son and four-year-old daughter were found in a Bali home; police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide.

3 avoti · 14 Sept, 08:55

Ukraine

Ukraine's Air Defence Shoots Down 85 of 108 Russian Drones Overnight

Russia launched 108 attack drones at Ukraine overnight between 13 and 14 September, with air defence forces downing or jamming 85 of them; hits were recorded at seven locations.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Sept, 08:49

World

Ukraine's Prosecutor General charges NABU director with fraud

Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko has announced charges against Semen Kryvonos, director of Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU), over alleged document forgery. He also accused NABU and SAPO leadership of seizing case materials from investigations targeting themselves.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 08:45

Ukraine

Ukraine's Prosecutor General Names NABU Director a Suspect

Ukraine's Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko has signed a notice of suspicion against Semen Kryvonos, head of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU), accusing anti-corruption bodies of seizing case files against their own leadership. A person linked to the anti-corruption prosecutor's chief was also named a suspect.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 08:44

World

Sweden's left-wing bloc narrowly ahead of Kristersson's right-wing coalition

With 93% of votes counted in Sweden's parliamentary election, the Social Democrat-led left-wing bloc has taken a narrow lead over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing coalition.

Jauns.lv · 14 Sept, 08:43

World

Rise in abuse against election candidates is reshaping politics in England

A report from the UK Electoral Commission on this year's local and mayoral elections in England found a sharp rise in threats against candidates, particularly women and ethnic minorities. A third of affected candidates say they may not stand again.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 07:49

World

EU Commission prepares new tool to counter 'weaponized' migration

Ahead of Ursula von der Leyen's annual State of the Union address, the European Commission is developing a new tool to respond to migration being used as a form of geopolitical pressure. Separately, European leaders are meeting in Finland to discuss deepening the EU's engagement in the Arctic.

Politico Europe · 14 Sept, 07:48

World

Left-wing bloc narrowly leads in Sweden's election, preliminary results show

With most votes counted in Sweden's parliamentary election, the left-wing opposition bloc holds a slight lead over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing bloc. The final outcome remains uncertain.

TVNET · 14 Sept, 07:47

World

Sweden election: opposition parties lead by narrow margin

With 94% of votes counted in Sweden's parliamentary election, opposition parties are leading, with the Social Democrats in front, though it remains unclear who will form the next government.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 07:46

Ukraine

Estonia: Russian strike near Polish border shows how close war is to EU territory

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna warns that Russia's September 13 strike near Yahodyn, close to the Polish border, shows the war is nearing the European Union. He urges partners to boost Ukraine's air defense and tighten sanctions on Russia.

Latvijas Avīze · 14 Sept, 07:46

World

Sweden's election: opposition narrowly ahead

With 94% of votes counted in Sweden's parliamentary election, opposition parties led by the Social Democrats are narrowly ahead, though it remains unclear whether they can form a government.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 07:45

World

Philippines' Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes for first parliament amid deadly violence

The southern Philippine Bangsamoro region, home to the country's Muslim-majority population, held historic elections for its first parliament, though the vote was overshadowed by deadly violence that erupted a day before polls opened.

Al Jazeera · 14 Sept, 06:49

World

All 17 climbers confirmed dead after Kabardino-Balkaria avalanche, Russia's worst mountain disaster since 2002

Rescuers have recovered the body of the 17th and final victim of an avalanche that struck a group of climbers in Kabardino-Balkaria on September 6, officials say. The search-and-rescue operation has now concluded.

Meduza · 14 Sept, 06:48

World

Prominent athlete testifies Alan Jones kissed him without consent at public event

A well-known athlete told a Sydney court that broadcaster Alan Jones kissed him on the mouth at a public event and later sent a suggestive text, part of the trial's third alleged victim's testimony. Jones denies all 22 charges against him.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 06:46

World

North Korea holds military drills with missiles and drones

North Korea conducted live-fire military exercises on Saturday to test the combat readiness of its artillery and missile units, testing strike drones, cruise and ballistic missiles, and multiple rocket launchers.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 06:46

World

Merz attends Arctic summit as coalition wobbles back home

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is representing EU strategy at an Arctic summit in Finland while his governing coalition faces one of its toughest crises yet in Berlin, with his political backing reportedly eroding fast. Meanwhile, pro-Russian voices are said to be regaining influence within the AfD's parliamentary group.

Politico Europe · 14 Sept, 06:45

World

Irish PM: Trump's remarks on uniting Ireland were no surprise

Following US President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland, Prime Minister Micheál Martin commented on Trump's stated support for uniting Ireland and Northern Ireland, seeking to downplay the significance of the remarks.

LSM · 14 Sept, 06:44

World

Ideas shaping the EU's outreach to Canada ahead of Carney's Brussels visit

The European Union is weighing closer economic and security ties with Canada as Donald Trump's trade war pushes Ottawa to seek allies beyond Washington. Officials expect concrete proposals in Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union speech ahead of an October EU-Canada summit in Montreal.

Politico Europe · 14 Sept, 05:50

Ukraine

Sybiha: EU should impose sanctions on Russia after every massive strike, not wait for packages

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has called on the EU to impose sanctions on Russia immediately after each massive strike rather than waiting for large sanctions packages. EU ambassadors again failed on Friday to agree on extending personal sanctions.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 05:48

World

Motorcyclist's death reignites debate over Victoria's deteriorating roads

A 71-year-old motorcyclist died in Victoria, Australia after reportedly hitting a pothole and losing control, reviving debate over the state's road conditions ahead of November's election.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 05:47

Ukraine

Putin denies threatening Europe, but warns European troops in Ukraine would mean war with Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin denied Russia poses any threat to Europe, while warning that deploying European troops to Ukraine would be treated as an act of war against Russia.

Meduza · 14 Sept, 05:45

World

Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia

An attempted power grab in Niger has exposed deep grievances within the army and tested the country's ties with its Sahelian allies, while also highlighting its growing reliance on Russia.

Al Jazeera · 14 Sept, 05:45

Ukraine

Poland urges 'doubling' of support for Ukraine after Russian strike near border train station

Russia struck a Kyiv-Warsaw passenger train just 2km from the Polish border, near a station where former UK prime minister Boris Johnson and ex-CIA director David Petraeus were present. Poland called it an escalation and urged allies to double support for Ukraine.

Guardian Ukraina · 14 Sept, 05:44

Ukraine

Kyiv turf war between SBU and military intelligence erupts into a shootout

On the night of September 1, a shootout broke out between Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) and Defense Ministry intelligence (GUR) unit "Timur" in Kyiv's Berezniaky district. The clash stemmed from a dispute over the covert, week-long detention of a GUR-linked fighter by the SBU without formal notification.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 05:44

Middle East

Iranian cargo ship struck in Strait of Hormuz as talks with Gulf states postponed

An Iranian cargo vessel was attacked off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, killing one and wounding four, while Iran postponed a planned meeting with regional countries on managing shipping through the strait.

France 24 · 14 Sept, 05:43

Ukraine

Zelenskyy imposes sanctions on former press secretary Mendel

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree sanctioning his former press secretary Yuliia Mendel for spreading disinformation, part of a wider package that also targets Russia's shadow fleet and Rostec-linked firms.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Sept, 04:50

World

US investigator reveals how dark web pedophile networks get exposed

American Greg Squire's job is to infiltrate hidden dark web communities where pedophiles trade child sexual abuse material. One of his first assignments involved watching hours of a brutal child rape video.

TVNET · 14 Sept, 04:48

World

Trump to lift tariff on Irish whiskey after 'everyone' asked

US President Donald Trump said he will scrap the 10% tariff on Irish whiskey, citing widespread requests including from Ireland's prime minister. The announcement followed his visit to Ireland and appearance at the Irish Open awards ceremony.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 04:43

World

UK police seek six men over anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth

Hampshire police have released images of six men wanted in connection with a September 6 protest in Portsmouth, where demonstrators tried to block coaches carrying migrants. Several vehicles were damaged and seven officers were injured.

BBC England · 14 Sept, 03:51

World

Polish PM warns Russia's escalation could reach Polish territory

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the coming weeks and months will bring intense Russian activity and that more serious attacks on Polish territory cannot be ruled out. The warning followed drone strikes near the Polish border on the night of 12-13 September.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Sept, 03:50

World

9/11 witness: the son who ran to find his father in Manhattan

September 11 witness Alessandro Stravato recounts how the attack, in which his father was gravely affected, reshaped his life. His father later died of cancer.

France 24 · 14 Sept, 03:50

World

Australia's One Nation proposes cutting migration by 750,000

Australian party One Nation has unveiled a plan to cut temporary migrant numbers by more than 750,000 over three years, raising concerns about impacts on healthcare, aged care and construction. Labor and the Liberals have both criticized the plan as unsubstantiated and economically risky.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 03:46

World

German Reporter's Fake Putin-Fan Persona Exposes Russian Agent Recruitment

A German journalist posing online as a pro-Russian influencer documented how suspected Russian agents recruit helpers in Germany with Bitcoin payments. She later received threats after revealing her cover.

Meduza · 14 Sept, 03:45