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Ukraine

Trump again says he asked Zelensky not to strike Russian oil refineries

US President Donald Trump has once again said he asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian diesel fuel plants, citing rising global fuel prices. It is not the first time Trump has made such a statement.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 03:44

Middle East

Fighting escalates in Yemen as Houthi forces advance on government strongholds Marib and Taiz

Fighting has intensified in Yemen as Houthi fighters advance toward Saudi-backed government-held areas of Marib and Taiz. The escalation raises concerns about further deterioration of the conflict.

Al Jazeera · 14 Sept, 03:44

Ukraine

Poland, Ukraine condemn Russian strikes near border as war 'escalation'

Russia struck Ukrainian territory near the Polish border on Sunday, hitting a Warsaw-bound train, while US President Trump urged Kyiv to stop attacking Russian oil refineries.

France 24 · 14 Sept, 02:53

Ukraine

Four injured in Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk region

Russian forces injured four people in Dnipropetrovsk region on Sunday, striking the area more than 40 times with drones and artillery.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 02:50

Middle East

Oman announces postponement of Iran-Gulf states talks

Oman has announced that previously scheduled talks between Iran and Gulf Arab states have been postponed; Gulf International Forum's Dania Thafer had discussed the expected dialogue in an NPR interview.

NPR World · 14 Sept, 02:50

World

Trump lifts tariffs on Irish whiskey as thank-you for golf tournament

US President Donald Trump has announced that Irish whiskey producers will no longer face tariffs on exports to the United States, calling it a gesture of gratitude for the Irish Open golf tournament.

Politico Europe · 14 Sept, 02:47

World

Missing 70-year-old hiker found alive after week-long search on remote Michigan island

Craig Berg, who had been missing for a week on Michigan's Isle Royale, was found injured and hypothermic but alert on Saturday, concluding an intensive multi-agency search.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 02:45

World

Report: Russia's FSB preparing leadership overhaul as soon as October

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) may undergo a major reorganization in the coming months affecting top divisions and senior officials, including Director Alexander Bortnikov, according to iStories.

Meduza · 14 Sept, 02:43

World

Fifth major fire hits historic Keighley mill, leaving residents 'helpless'

A large fire broke out for the fifth time at the former Dalton Mills in Keighley, England, on Saturday, forcing evacuations. Residents say the site remains unsecured despite repeated blazes.

BBC England · 14 Sept, 01:52

Ukraine

Trump says Ukraine's strikes are causing a global fuel shortage

US President Donald Trump said he has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop striking Russian diesel fuel production and supply facilities, claiming the attacks are causing a fuel shortage worldwide.

ERR (rus) · 14 Sept, 01:52

World

Trump pledges to scrap all Irish whiskey tariffs as Ireland visit ends

US President Donald Trump announced he will remove all tariffs on Irish whiskey as he wrapped up a two-day visit to Ireland. The announcement came before he presented the trophy to the winner of the Irish Open.

BBC World · 14 Sept, 01:51

World

Trump's Social Media Presence Intensifies With Surge in AI-Generated Content

President Trump's stream of social media posts, increasingly featuring AI-generated content, has become far more intense than during his first term. The shift is reshaping perceptions of the presidency and fueling debate over his state of mind.

The New York Times · 14 Sept, 01:50

World

How investigators fight child sexual abuse on the dark web

American investigator Greg Squire infiltrates dark web pedophile communities, posing as one of their members, to help expose and stop distributors of child sexual abuse material.

Apollo.lv · 14 Sept, 01:49

World

Warning: Is Europe unknowingly heading toward disaster, just as Ukraine once did?

A newly published opinion piece warns that Europe may now be repeating the mistakes Ukraine made twelve years ago, when it blindly moved toward catastrophe. The author calls for a more critical look at current developments.

TVNET · 14 Sept, 01:48

Ukraine

Russian drones hit gas station and passenger train just kilometers from Poland's border

Russian forces struck a fuel station and a passenger train near the Yahodyn crossing, only a few kilometers from Poland's border. Ukraine's foreign minister said Russian strikes are now hitting directly at the EU and NATO's doorstep.

Meduza · 14 Sept, 01:46

World

Trump rejects tech leaders' calls to slow down AI development

US President Donald Trump has rejected calls from technology company executives to slow the pace of artificial intelligence development, saying he wants the US to keep its lead over China. He warned of "destructive forces" spreading claims about things that will not actually happen.

Pravda — ziņas · 14 Sept, 01:44

Ukraine

Russian strike hits passenger train near Polish border as drones push deeper into western Ukraine

Russian forces struck a passenger train near the border with Poland, while drone swarms continue advancing deeper into western Ukraine. The attacks follow a recent warning from Warsaw that Moscow could target border crossings.

Euromaidan Press · 14 Sept, 00:51

World

Experts warn EU sabotage attacks could turn hybrid war into a real one

A series of sabotage incidents across EU territory points to Russian involvement, forcing the bloc to decide how to respond. Experts question whether the current situation can still be called a hybrid war.

Žurnāls Ir · 14 Sept, 00:51

World

India hosts annual BRICS summit as 28 nations attend, US absent

India hosted this year's annual BRICS summit, drawing representatives from 28 countries including the presidents of China and Iran, while the United States was notably absent.

NPR World · 14 Sept, 00:50

World

Sweden's political blocs neck-and-neck after Sunday election, projections show

Projections following Sweden's parliamentary election on Sunday show the country's right-wing and left-wing blocs running roughly even. National security, gang crime and welfare spending dominated the campaign.

BBC World · 14 Sept, 00:47

World

UK development minister vows to make foreign aid go further amid funding squeeze

UK development minister Kirsty McNeill reaffirmed Labour's pledge to eventually restore aid spending to 0.7% of national income, while offering no timetable and pledging to maximise the impact of current constrained resources.

The Guardian World · 14 Sept, 00:46

World

Car falls from bridge in Kyiv, driver killed

A car fell from a bridge in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district on the evening of September 13, killing the driver. Police are investigating the circumstances.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Sept, 00:44

Ukraine

Russian Drone Strike in Ukraine Occurs Near Former C.I.A. Chief Petraeus

Ukrainian officials say a drone struck near a rail station where former C.I.A. director David Petraeus was present, shortly after another train carrying former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other dignitaries had departed.

The New York Times · 14 Sept, 00:44

World

Onion-eating contest makes comeback at English market town's 800th anniversary festival

The town of Newent in the Forest of Dean revived its famous onion-eating contest as part of celebrations marking its 800-year history. Winners were crowned in both the men's and women's categories.

BBC England · 13 Sept, 23:51

Middle East

Expert explains how the Houthis became a threat to global shipping

The Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen has developed the capability to threaten a significant share of world trade through its position near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Professor Thomas Juneau of the University of Ottawa breaks down the group's nature and the scale of the risk.

France 24 · 13 Sept, 23:50

World

US: nearly 30-year-old cat scares off fox to save chicken

A home security camera in New York state captured an elderly farm cat named Noodle fearlessly chasing off a fox that had grabbed one of the household's chickens. The bird was left unharmed.

Latvijas Avīze · 13 Sept, 23:49

World

Sweden election too close to call as late right-wing surge emerges

Sweden's general election remains too close to call after a new results analysis contradicted exit polls, pointing to a late surge for the right that could let PM Ulf Kristersson cling to power.

Politico Europe · 13 Sept, 23:44

World

France apologizes to US after dispute that blocked ambassador's appointment

France has apologized to the United States over a social media comment that sparked a dispute and delayed confirmation of its ambassador to Washington. The US State Department accepted the apology, clearing the way for the appointment to proceed.

Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Sept, 23:43

World

Estonia to see air temperatures up to 18 degrees on Monday

Estonia will experience variable weather on Monday — sunny in the north and islands, with brief rain and fog in the south during the morning. Air temperatures will rise to 18 degrees.

ERR (rus) · 13 Sept, 22:52

World

Sweden's election polls close: exit surveys point to a tough night for the hard right

Polling stations in Sweden's 2026 parliamentary election have closed, with early exit polls suggesting a difficult night for hard-right parties. France 24 provided live election-night analysis as results began to emerge.

France 24 · 13 Sept, 22:52

World

US schools and police warn over disturbing 'Cat in the Hat' social media trend

Schools and law enforcement across the US are warning about a viral trend using disturbing or AI-generated images of the Cat in the Hat to threaten students and schools, after several teenagers were arrested or charged.

The Guardian World · 13 Sept, 22:49

Ukraine

General Staff: Russia pressing hardest on Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka fronts

Ukraine's General Staff reported 197 combat clashes along the front over the past day, with the heaviest fighting on the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka axes, where most attacks were repelled.

Pravda — ziņas · 13 Sept, 22:48

World

Exit polls show Sweden's centre-left opposition bloc leading in election

Exit polls from Sweden's general election show the centre-left opposition bloc with an early lead of 51.3 percent of the vote.

Al Jazeera · 13 Sept, 22:47

Ukraine

Drone strike kills energy worker repairing power grid in Sumy region

A Russian drone struck a repair crew's vehicle in the Konotop district of Sumy region, killing the driver and wounding an electrician who had been sent to fix damaged power lines.

Pravda — ziņas · 13 Sept, 21:50

Ukraine

Polish foreign minister: quick victory possible if Russia attacks directly

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has said Poland has enough military superiority to quickly defeat Russia in the event of a direct attack, drawing a comparison with Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil infrastructure. The statement comes after a Russian drone hit a passenger train locomotive near the Polish border.

Latvijas Avīze · 13 Sept, 21:50

Ukraine

Merz Adviser and Boris Johnson Were Near Site of Russian Strike by Polish Border

Russia struck a railway near the Ukraine-Poland border early Sunday while a special train carrying a top adviser to Germany's chancellor and former UK PM Boris Johnson was approaching. No one was hurt.

ERR (rus) · 13 Sept, 21:49