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Avalanche in Russia leaves 11 dead, six climbers still missing
An avalanche struck a group of 33 climbers in Russia's Kabardino-Balkaria region, killing 11 people and injuring six, while search efforts continue for six others still missing.
Meduza · 7 Sept, 11:11
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant in Critical Safety State Amid Power Loss, Energoatom Warns
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant has been running on backup diesel generators since losing external power on August 20, with operator Energoatom warning of a critical nuclear safety situation. The company says the ongoing crisis reflects systematic breaches of basic nuclear safety principles.
Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 11:11
German far-right AfD scores record win in Saxony-Anhalt regional election
The far-right Alternative for Germany party achieved its best-ever result in a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, winning around 44% of the vote and edging closer to real governing power.
BNN · 7 Sept, 11:10
German mainstream parties rattled after strong far-right election gain
German mainstream politicians are describing a recent strong showing by the far-right AfD as a turning point for the country. Separately, conservatives in Saxony-Anhalt have ruled out governing with far-left support, a move that could open the door for AfD to take control of the state.
Politico Europe · 7 Sept, 11:09
French far-right leader says financial support for Ukraine 'must be reviewed'
Jordan Bardella, leader of France's National Rally party, said that due to the country's financial troubles, support for Ukraine should be revised rather than halted entirely. The politician, tipped as a possible prime minister if Marine Le Pen wins next year's presidential election, stressed that France has obligations toward Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 11:08
AfD thanks Elon Musk for Saxony-Anhalt election win as France warns of a 'serious moment' for Europe
Germany's far-right AfD more than doubled its support in the Saxony-Anhalt state election and is close to becoming the first far-right party to gain state-level power since World War II, prompting reactions from Elon Musk, Donald Trump and European leaders.
2 avoti · 7 Sept, 10:19
New video evidence links alleged Saudi agent to al-Qaeda ahead of 9/11
Video footage obtained by the BBC shows that Omar al-Bayoumi, accused of aiding two of the 9/11 hijackers, had close ties to Saudi officials and once went paintballing with a future al-Qaeda leader, evidence now central to a lawsuit against Saudi Arabia.
BBC World · 7 Sept, 10:16
Nepal marks day of mourning as rescue operations continue after floods kill 1,300
Nepal observed a national day of mourning on the 13th day since flash floods killed more than 1,300 people, with about 5,000 still missing. Rescuers keep searching hydropower sites where hundreds of workers remain trapped or unaccounted for.
Euronews · 7 Sept, 10:15
Kallas drops plan for new EU defence panel after last-minute pressure
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas cancelled the Monday unveiling of a new high-level defence panel after member states pushed back over the weekend. The group was reportedly set to be led by former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen.
Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 10:15
Market fire in Indonesia kills 11, including six children
A large fire that swept through a market in the Indonesian village of Babuda has killed 11 people, six of them children.
Al Jazeera · 7 Sept, 09:12
Kyiv talks: Witkoff and Kushner acknowledge war likely to continue through winter
In Sunday talks in Kyiv, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner and Ukrainian officials agreed the war is unlikely to end before winter, shifting focus to how Ukraine can be supported through another cold season.
Latvijas Avīze · 7 Sept, 09:11
Insurers identify travel policy for Latvians missing in Nepal
The Latvian Insurers Association has confirmed that one of the country's insurance companies holds a group travel policy covering 33 people currently reported missing in Nepal. Further details on the circumstances have not been disclosed.
Apollo.lv · 7 Sept, 09:10
Estonian officer: Russia's summer offensive largely reduced to local clashes
Estonian Defence Forces Lieutenant Colonel Mattias Puusepp says Russia loses more soldiers each month than it can recruit, meaning the expected large-scale summer offensive in Ukraine mostly failed to materialise. The front line remains stable with activity unchanged from the previous week.
ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 09:07
Kyiv peace talks rich in symbolism, but core disagreements remain
Talks in Kyiv between US envoys and Ukrainian officials produced hopeful statements but no breakthrough, with fundamental disagreements still separating the sides. Both parties hope to resume trilateral talks including European partners.
BNN · 7 Sept, 09:07
Microplastics Now Found in Indonesia's Air and Rain
Microplastics in Indonesia are no longer limited to food and water — they are now also turning up in the country's air and rainfall. The New York Times traveled to Jakarta to investigate the cause.
The New York Times · 7 Sept, 08:13
Latvian living in Dublin seeks help finding his mother missing in Nepal floods
The mother of Eduards Sarms, a Latvian living in Dublin, went missing in Nepal during devastating floods, and friends have launched a fundraiser to help him travel to search for her.
Latvijas Avīze · 7 Sept, 08:11
Bereaved parents to testify in independent review of Sussex maternity care
An independent inquiry led by midwife Donna Ockenden has launched in Sussex to examine maternity and neonatal care failures, following reports that at least 55 baby deaths may have been avoidable. Bereaved families, including one whose daughter was stillborn, will give evidence.
The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 08:07
Jean Nassif's daughter tells court father 'pressured' her to falsify $150m loan documents
A Sydney court heard that Ashlyn Nassif, who pleaded guilty to providing false information to obtain a $150m construction loan, was pressured into the offence by her fugitive father Jean Nassif.
The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 07:12
Ukraine's forces neutralize 1,540 Russian troops in past day, General Staff says
Ukraine's General Staff reports 1,540 Russian occupiers were neutralized over the past day, bringing total Russian personnel losses since the full-scale invasion began to nearly 1.5 million.
Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 07:10
Indonesian volcano eruption grounds flights, strands over 170,000 travellers
An eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia has forced multiple airports, including Jakarta's main hub, to extend closures, leaving more than 170,000 passengers stranded.
Euronews · 7 Sept, 07:10
AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt state election decisively but falls short of absolute majority
The right-wing eurosceptic Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won Sunday's state parliament election in Saxony-Anhalt with a clear lead, though it failed to secure an absolute majority.
LSM · 7 Sept, 07:09
Ukraine seeks to seize water company co-owned by billionaire family of British theatre producer
Ukrainian authorities are trying to take control of IDS Ukraine, the country's largest bottled water producer, part-owned by the UK-based Patarkatsishvili family and sanctioned Russian oligarch Mikhail Fridman. The family denies wrongdoing and says it will pursue international courts if necessary.
Guardian Ukraina · 7 Sept, 07:09
AfD sweeps Saxony-Anhalt vote, opening path to power in German state
The far-right Alternative for Germany, led by Ulrich Siegmund, has won a decisive victory in Saxony-Anhalt's regional election and could become the first far-right party to govern a German state since World War II.
Politico Europe · 7 Sept, 07:07
Kushner: No guarantee war will end by winter, but US working toward it
Trump's special envoy Jared Kushner said there is no guarantee the war in Ukraine will end by winter, though the US continues working to create conditions for a resolution.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Sept, 06:13
Experts: No major breakthrough expected from Trump envoys' visits to Moscow and Kyiv
US special envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrived in Kyiv after talks in Moscow, but analysts remain cautious about near-term prospects for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.
ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 06:12
India's exam system faces a growing crisis of trust after repeated leaks
India's National Testing Agency, created to guarantee fair exams, is facing a fresh wave of distrust after another major paper leak forced millions of students to retest. Experts say deep structural reform, not another committee, is needed to fix the system.
BBC World · 7 Sept, 06:10
EU to unveil boosted Greenland investment as Trump renews annexation push
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to announce a major increase in EU investment in Greenland, backing Denmark and Greenland against Donald Trump's push to annex the island.
France 24 · 7 Sept, 06:09
Russia attacks one of Balakliya's neighborhoods in Kharkiv region
Russian forces have struck one of the neighborhoods of the town of Balakliya in Ukraine's Kharkiv region. Further details on casualties or damage have not yet been disclosed.
Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 06:08
Iran to declare restricted zone near Strait of Hormuz
Iran's top security official, Mohsen Rezaei, has announced that Tehran will introduce a restricted zone around the Strait of Hormuz. No further details on the zone's scope or timing have been released.
Al Jazeera · 7 Sept, 06:07
Estonian defence minister resigns as procurement system problems come to light
Estonia's defence minister Hanno Pevkur has stepped down following a scandal over a failed artillery shell deal funded with money meant for Ukraine, while the state auditor and prosecutors continue uncovering broader problems in defence procurement and accounting.
ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 05:14
U.S. pushes to revive Ukraine–Russia talks after Witkoff and Kushner meet Zelensky in Kyiv
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv as Washington seeks to restart Ukraine-Russia negotiations.
Meduza · 7 Sept, 05:11
Germany's far-right AfD thanks Elon Musk after historic state election win
Germany's far-right AfD scored a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt's state election, with its leader publicly thanking Elon Musk for his support, while a French minister called the result a serious moment for Europe.
The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 05:10
Israeli army orders residents to leave zone in south Lebanon ahead of strikes
Israel's military early Monday ordered residents of Deir Zahrani in south Lebanon to evacuate a specific zone ahead of planned strikes on Hezbollah. Hezbollah's Al-Manar channel later reported Israeli airstrikes on the town.
France 24 · 7 Sept, 05:09
Jamaica to submit slavery reparations petition to King Charles during UK visit
Jamaica plans to file a petition to King Charles during a visit to the United Kingdom, challenging the legality of slavery under English law and raising the question of British responsibility for reparations.
Al Jazeera · 7 Sept, 05:08
Poland faces mounting political turmoil and security tensions with Russia
Poland has seen a turbulent stretch marked by an opposition party split, suspicions of a Russian missile strike on its territory, and a push to extradite a former justice minister. The developments come as Prime Minister Donald Tusk navigates both security and political challenges ahead of the 2027 election.
Politico Europe · 7 Sept, 05:07
Zelenskyy: 67 Ukrainian companies now able to intercept jet-powered drones at scale
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said 67 companies in Ukraine are now capable of intercepting jet-powered drones on a large scale. The statement points to a growing domestic industrial base for countering newer drone threats.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Sept, 04:16