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North Korea deploys warship tied to nuclear response system

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says the country has deployed a new warship that will become part of its nuclear response system and strengthen naval forces.

Al Jazeera · 7 Sept, 04:08

Ukraine

Oil depot near Russia's Sochi catches fire again after earlier strike

An oil depot in Russia's Sochi has caught fire for a second time, days after being damaged in a strike on September 4. Residents were urged to keep windows shut due to heavy smoke.

Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 04:06

Ukraine

Zelenskyy: US and Europe note Ukraine's strengthened battlefield position

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has strengthened its position on the battlefield over the past year, adding that Russia is expected to mobilise more troops for the eastern front after upcoming elections.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Sept, 03:14

Ukraine

General Staff: Over 200 combat clashes at the front, most in Pokrovsk direction

Ukraine's General Staff reported 206 combat engagements along the front since the start of the day, with 38 Russian assaults recorded in the Pokrovsk direction alone. The Pokrovsk sector remains the hottest, according to the 22:00 situation report.

Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 03:13

World

Dozens of Corgis Gather for Regular Meet-up in Tallinn's Freedom Square

Dozens of corgi dogs and their owners gathered in Tallinn's Vabaduse Square on Sunday for what has become a traditional meet-up, with organizers reporting growing interest each time. The event aims simply to let people and their pets socialize and enjoy time together.

ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 03:12

World

Journalists examine how US wars in Iraq and Afghanistan shaped Russia's and China's ambitions

In a conversation for American broadcaster NPR, journalists Mikhail Zygar and Cindy Yu discuss how the US wars in Iraq and Afghanistan following the September 11, 2001 attacks influenced the shaping of Russia's and China's geopolitical strategies.

NPR World · 7 Sept, 03:11

World

At least 10 dead in fireworks explosion at Mexico festival

A fireworks blast at a festival in central Mexico has killed at least 10 people and injured more than 60, local authorities say. Officials believe the explosion was triggered by a burning bull effigy.

Al Jazeera · 7 Sept, 03:10

World

University of Bristol opens £500m campus by main train station

The University of Bristol has opened a new £500m campus next to Temple Meads station, replacing a derelict former Royal Mail sorting office. The site forms part of the wider Bristol Temple Quarter regeneration scheme.

The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 03:10

World

AfD Success in Saxony-Anhalt Signals Momentum for Europe's Far Right

An election in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt, in which the AfD party performed strongly, is giving fresh momentum to hard-right parties hoping to win elections across Europe next year, analysts say.

The New York Times · 7 Sept, 03:08

World

New Moscow Metro station unveiled with 'special military operation' imagery

A newly opened section of the Moscow Metro includes a station decorated with symbols and inscriptions referencing Russia's 'special military operation' in Ukraine. Vladimir Putin attended the launch.

Meduza · 7 Sept, 03:07

World

Austria's headscarf ban for under-14 schoolgirls takes effect

As Austria's new school year begins, a law banning headscarves for Muslim schoolgirls under 14 has come into force, drawing criticism from Islamic groups who call it discriminatory and possibly unconstitutional.

BBC World · 7 Sept, 03:07

World

Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport, five killed

An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 overran the runway while landing at Miami International Airport, striking vehicles on a nearby road. At least five people died and five others were injured.

2 avoti · 7 Sept, 02:17

Ukraine

Witkoff says goal of US delegation's Kyiv and Moscow visits was to bring sides closer

US special envoy Steve Witkoff said the American delegation that visited Kyiv and Moscow over the past two days aimed to bring the two sides closer together.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Sept, 02:15

Ukraine

Zelensky: talks with US envoys covered security guarantees and territorial issue

Talks in Kyiv between Ukrainian officials and US envoys Witkoff and Kushner addressed security and economic guarantees for Ukraine as well as the territorial question. Zelensky warned the war could continue through winter and hopes for further US and European support.

Delfi · 7 Sept, 02:15

World

Tallinn Zoo turns 87: from a modest corner in Kadriorg to a modern Tiger Valley

Tallinn Zoo celebrated its 87th birthday with festivities for both visitors and animals. Since its founding in 1939, the zoo has relocated and expanded significantly.

ERR (rus) · 7 Sept, 02:13

Ukraine

Witkoff and Kushner leave Kyiv by train after talks

US President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner departed Kyiv by Ukrainian Railways train overnight into September 7 following talks with Zelensky, days after separate negotiations in Moscow.

Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 02:10

Ukraine

Witkoff and Kushner hold Ukraine talks in Kyiv after meeting Putin

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner made their first official visit to Kyiv for talks described as encouraging, though no breakthrough was reached on ending the war. Ukraine and Russia remain divided over territorial issues, particularly Donbas.

Deutsche Welle · 7 Sept, 02:09

World

Assailant lunges at Ohio Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton, several hurt

An armed man lunged at Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton during a Sunday campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before being arrested. Acton herself was unharmed.

The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 02:08

World

20 years after Steve Irwin's tragic death, his children honor his legacy

It has been 20 years since the death of famed naturalist Steve Irwin, and his daughter Bindi and son Robert have shared moving tributes to their father on social media. The family continues his work at Australia Zoo.

Jauns.lv · 7 Sept, 02:08

World

Germany's Far-Right AfD Dominates Saxony-Anhalt Vote but Falls Short of Majority

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won a commanding share of the vote in the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, but fell short of a majority needed to form a government, shocking observers across Germany.

The New York Times · 7 Sept, 02:06

World

Ukraine's Prosecutor General denies links to illegal call centers

Ukraine's Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko has again denied allegations of receiving money from illegal call centers, explaining leaked recordings about a new house, his wife's US visa and a photo of a safe. He insists all family expenses were legal and matched his declared income.

Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 01:13

World

Amazon cargo plane crashes after runway overrun in Miami

An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 cargo plane overran the runway and crashed while landing in Miami on Sunday after departing from Puerto Rico, catching fire and hitting several vehicles on a nearby road.

BBC World · 7 Sept, 01:12

Ukraine

US envoys Kushner and Witkoff visit Kyiv for first time after meeting Putin in Moscow

US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff traveled to Kyiv a day after meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, marking their first joint visit to the Ukrainian capital.

NPR World · 7 Sept, 01:10

Ukraine

Ukraine's Swedish radar aircraft have operated inside Russian missile range for six months

Kyiv has revealed for the first time this week that its Swedish-made radar surveillance aircraft have been flying within range of Russia's missiles for six months, with none shot down so far.

Euromaidan Press · 7 Sept, 01:09

World

Far-right protesters block coaches in Portsmouth after 140 asylum seekers land

UK coastguard intercepted a small boat carrying around 140 asylum seekers near Portsmouth on Sunday, triggering a major rescue operation and a far-right protest at the port. Activists tried to stop coaches taking migrants to a processing centre in Kent.

The Guardian World · 7 Sept, 01:08

World

Amazon cargo plane overshoots runway at Miami airport

An Amazon cargo plane has overshot a runway at Miami International Airport, according to Sky News. Black smoke was seen rising from the scene.

Sky News · 7 Sept, 00:17

World

Washington state police called to home find lynx instead of burglar

A household in Washington state reported strange noises and called police, but the suspected intruder turned out to be a lynx. Officers safely trapped the animal using a drone.

Latvijas Avīze · 7 Sept, 00:16

Ukraine

Ukraine to see mostly dry Monday with gusty winds in left-bank areas

The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center predicts mostly dry weather for Monday, 7 September, with only light local rain in the east and gusts reaching 15–18 metres per second on the left bank during the daytime.

Ukrainska Pravda · 7 Sept, 00:16

Ukraine

Symbolism abounds in Kyiv talks, but deep divisions remain between Russia and Ukraine

US envoys met Ukrainian officials in Kyiv for talks hailed as substantive, yet fundamental disagreements persist. Moscow and Kyiv gave opposing accounts of the battlefield situation.

BBC World · 7 Sept, 00:11

World

Iceland voters reject closer EU ties; enlargement question remains open

Almost 53% of Iceland’s voters rejected a referendum proposal to build closer ties with the European Union. The ARTE-produced programme explores what Iceland’s no may mean for EU enlargement and whether Europe has lost its appeal.

Žurnāls Ir · 7 Sept, 00:07

Ukraine

Zelenskyy: US to increase Patriot missile production in 2027; Ukraine counts on these systems

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States will increase Patriot missile production in 2027. Ukraine expects larger deliveries of interceptors capable of countering ballistic threats.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 23:19

World

Deported Haitians Left Broke and Stranded

Hundreds of Haitians have been deported from the U.S. to Haiti in recent weeks, with some reporting they have no money, no protection from gangs, and nowhere to go.

The New York Times · 6 Sept, 23:17

World

Exit poll: Germany's AfD receives around 44% of votes in Saxony-Anhalt election

According to exit polls by ARD and ZDF, the right-wing Eurosceptic party Alternative for Germany won approximately 44% of the vote in Sunday's state parliament election in Saxony-Anhalt.

TVNET · 6 Sept, 23:13

World

Kremlin says it does not understand Armenian PM's decision to speak Armenian at SCO summit

Dmitry Peskov, spokesman for the Russian president, said Moscow does not understand why Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Armenian rather than Russian, but stressed that Russia respects the choice.

Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 23:10

World

About 140 migrants intercepted on one small boat in English Channel, Sky News reports

Sky News has reported the interception of a single small boat carrying around 140 migrants in the English Channel.

Sky News · 6 Sept, 23:09

World

Germany's AfD scores historic breakthrough in Saxony-Anhalt election

Exit-poll projections show the far-right AfD winning about 44.4 percent of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, its best result ever, though it remains unclear whether the party can form a government.

Politico Europe · 6 Sept, 22:14