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Germany: Far-Right Party Could Win Power in Saxony-Anhalt Regional Election

The far-right Alternative for Germany party has a chance to win a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, which would bring it to power in Germany for the first time since World War II.

The New York Times · 6 Sept, 18:06

Witkoff, Kushner arrive in Kyiv after Putin talks in Moscow

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner made their first official visit to Kyiv on Sunday, a day after more than three hours of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for a constructive discussion on ending the war.

Deutsche Welle · 6 Sept, 17:13

China allows Western journalists access to flood-devastated border crossing

China's Foreign Ministry on Sunday organized a trip for foreign journalists to the Kiron border crossing, which was damaged by flooding. The move let Western media directly assess the destruction.

LSM · 6 Sept, 17:12

European representatives from three countries join Kyiv talks with Witkoff and Kushner

Representatives of France, Britain and Germany are taking part alongside Ukrainian officials in Sunday's Kyiv talks with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, Ukraine's presidential office chief Kyrylo Budanov said.

Apollo.lv · 6 Sept, 17:10

Trump's envoys meet in Kyiv, with France, UK and Germany also taking part

On Sunday in Kyiv, Ukrainian representatives are holding talks with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with representatives of France, the United Kingdom and Germany also joining. The announcement was made by Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Ukrainian president's office.

TVNET · 6 Sept, 17:10

Kremlin Calls Berlin's Reaction to Leipzig Drone Incident a "Sign of War"

Russia's foreign minister has accused the German government of preparing for conflict after Berlin ordered consulate closures following a drone incident near Leipzig, drawing a comparison to the period preceding World War II.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 17:09

Yemeni government forces make military gains against Houthis as fighting escalates

Yemeni government forces have made military gains against the Houthi movement as fighting in the region intensifies. The escalation has raised fears that the conflict could return to full-scale war.

Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 17:08

Lavrov declares Germany drone accusations mark start of 'real war' with Russia

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Germany's accusations over a drone found at Leipzig airport effectively signal the start of a real war with Russia. The two countries have exchanged diplomatic countermeasures this week.

Jauns.lv · 6 Sept, 17:08

Moscow Does Not Rule Out Trilateral Meeting of Russian, U.S. and Chinese Leaders

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Moscow has not excluded a possible summit between Putin, Trump and Xi, though its agenda must first be defined.

The Moscow Times · 6 Sept, 16:13

AfD's Ulrich Siegmund votes in pivotal Saxony-Anhalt state election

Saxony-Anhalt held a state election on Sunday in which the AfD hopes to achieve its strongest result yet and possibly lead a state government for the first time. Party candidate Ulrich Siegmund cast his vote in his hometown of Tangermünde.

Euronews · 6 Sept, 16:12

EU representatives join Trump envoys in Kyiv talks

Negotiations have begun in Kyiv with European Union representatives taking part alongside US envoys, according to Ukraine's intelligence chief.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 16:11

US President's eldest son makes unannounced visit to Tallinn

Donald Trump Jr. arrived in Estonia on a private jet from Mongolia on Sunday and, under heavy security, headed toward Tartu. The purpose and nature of the visit remain undisclosed.

Delfi · 6 Sept, 16:11

Commemoration held in Belgrade for late Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic

A commemoration was held in Belgrade on Saturday for Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic, two days before his burial. Dozens of former military personnel, relatives and officials attended.

France 24 · 6 Sept, 16:10

Jamaican delegation arrives in UK to present King Charles with slavery reparations petition

A Jamaican delegation has arrived in London to hand King Charles a petition on Monday seeking reparations for slavery. The petition asks the monarch to request a legal opinion on the lawfulness of the transatlantic slave trade and Britain's obligations to Jamaica.

The Guardian World · 6 Sept, 16:07

Netanyahu calls Qatar a 'hostile state' as Doha disputes Iran over attacks

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu described Qatar as a "hostile state" while denying it influenced Israel's decisions during the Gaza war. Separately, Qatar and Iran are disputing how to interpret a document related to Iranian attacks on Qatari territory.

Euronews · 6 Sept, 15:15

Lavrov: Accusations Over Leipzig Drone Incident Mark "Start of Real War"

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Western accusations that Moscow was behind a drone incident at Germany's Leipzig airport effectively signal the start of a real war. Germany last week blamed Russia for the attack and announced retaliatory measures.

The Moscow Times · 6 Sept, 15:14

Vučić to be ruling party's candidate for Serbian PM post

Serbia's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) has announced that President Aleksandar Vučić will be its candidate for the post of prime minister.

TVNET · 6 Sept, 15:10

Germany's far-right AfD clear frontrunner in eastern state election

A state parliament election is being held in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt, where the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is seen as the clear frontrunner. Campaign posters were visible across the state capital Magdeburg on the eve of the vote.

France 24 · 6 Sept, 15:09

Fire breaks out at major Ryazan oil refinery after Ukrainian drone strike

An oil refinery in the Russian city of Ryazan caught fire on Sunday following a Ukrainian drone attack. Video footage of the incident has been circulated.

Apollo.lv · 6 Sept, 14:14

Minister condemns black-clad protesters for 'dressing up in costumes' during Dover blockade

UK business secretary Jonathan Reynolds has condemned a Saturday protest in which masked, black-clad demonstrators blocked roads near the Port of Dover. No arrests were made, though traffic was disrupted for hours.

The Guardian World · 6 Sept, 14:11

US, Iran: Tanker war in Strait of Hormuz drags on for months

The US and Iran have spent months attacking each other's tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as both sides try to assert control over the strategic waterway. It remains unclear where the confrontation is headed.

Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 14:11

Donald Trump Jr. makes unexpected visit to Tallinn

Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the US president, arrived in Tallinn early Sunday morning, though the purpose of his visit remains unknown. Estonian media outlet Postimees reported on the visit.

TVNET · 6 Sept, 14:10

Zelensky Meets Trump Envoys Witkoff and Kushner in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met on Sunday in Kyiv with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who arrived in Ukraine for the first time to discuss ending the war. The White House said further steps would be announced in the coming weeks.

Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 14:09

Witkoff and Kushner arrive in Kyiv for talks with Zelensky

US President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Kyiv by train on Sunday for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, marking their first visit to the Ukrainian capital.

Delfi · 6 Sept, 14:09

Iranian forces strike US naval drone near Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps says it attacked a US unmanned surface vessel as it tried to enter the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating confrontation between Washington and Tehran. The move follows US strikes a day earlier on three Iranian oil tankers in retaliation for missile attacks on two navy warships.

Euronews · 6 Sept, 13:14

Estonian writer: Lying now permeates nearly every part of society

In an essay for Sirp magazine republished by ERR News, Estonian journalist Tiit Hennoste argues that dishonesty runs through politics, law, religion, journalism, sport and science alike. He warns that artificial intelligence risks making the problem far worse.

ERR News · 6 Sept, 13:12

Zelensky meets Ukraine's negotiating team ahead of US envoys' arrival

President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Ukraine's negotiating group before US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrive in Kyiv. Zelensky said Ukraine has prepared its proposals and remains ready for constructive dialogue.

Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 13:11

LSM charity drive for Ukrainian soldiers' rehabilitation raises over 100,000 euros

Latvian Public Media (LSM), together with the charity Ziedot.lv, continues its support campaign for Ukraine, which has so far raised more than 100,000 euros. The funds are intended for medical and psychological help for Ukrainian servicemembers.

LSM (rus) · 6 Sept, 13:09

Russia launches 108 drones at Ukraine overnight

Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russia carried out a large-scale drone attack overnight into Sunday, using 108 unmanned aerial vehicles. Further details on the consequences have not yet been released.

TVNET · 6 Sept, 13:09

US envoys Witkoff and Kushner head to Kyiv following Putin meeting in Moscow

US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to arrive in Kyiv on Sunday for their first visit to the Ukrainian capital, part of renewed efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine. The trip follows their meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

NPR World · 6 Sept, 13:09

Russia struck multiple Ukrainian regions with drones and missiles while US delegation remained in Moscow

Russia carried out a combined strike across several Ukrainian oblasts using jet-powered attack drones, decoy drones and cruise missiles, while the American peace delegation was still present in Moscow.

Euromaidan Press · 6 Sept, 13:06

Russian drone strike kills driver, damages lorries and trolleybuses in Mykolaiv Oblast

A Russian drone strike hit transport infrastructure in Ukraine's Mykolaiv Oblast, killing a man and damaging several lorries and trolleybuses.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 12:11

Saxony-Anhalt holds regional election, polls point to AfD win

Regional parliamentary elections are being held on Sunday in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt, with polls suggesting a win for the right-wing eurosceptic Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

Apollo.lv · 6 Sept, 12:11

Greek PM promises four-year tax cut plan ahead of elections

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has unveiled a four-year tax reduction plan as his party struggles in opinion polls before next year's national elections.

Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 12:11