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Drone attack blamed on rebels kills at least three soldiers in Colombia
An attack using explosives dropped from drones on a military base in north-eastern Colombia killed at least three soldiers and wounded four, with authorities blaming leftist rebel group ELN.
The Guardian World · 6 Sept, 06:08
Indian student single-handedly cleans up trash-filled river
A 21-year-old student in India's Madhya Pradesh has cleaned up a river filled with trash on his own. He says people initially laughed at him, but he kept going.
Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 06:08
US envoys meet Putin in Moscow, Ukraine talks expected next
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held three hours of talks with Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Saturday, with negotiations involving Ukraine expected to follow. Both sides offered cautiously positive comments, though few details have emerged.
BBC World · 6 Sept, 06:08
How Mala Tokmachka became a symbol of resistance for 48 days
Ukrainian Special Operations Forces spent 48 days clearing and holding the village of Mala Tokmachka in Zaporizhzhia region without suffering losses. The settlement, home to about 3,000 people before the war, has become an internet meme, though a real story of resistance lies behind the jokes.
Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 06:07
Netanyahu defends Qatari funds to Gaza, also touts strike on Qatar
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said money he helped Qatar channel to Gaza was used for humanitarian aid and followed recommendations from Israeli security agencies. He also spoke about Israel's strike on Qatar.
Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 05:09
U.S. Military Sinks Suspected Drug-Smuggling Boats Off Ecuador Without Casualties
The U.S. military destroyed vessels near Ecuador that it described as a floating refueling station for suspected drug smugglers. Unlike dozens of similar past strikes, no one was killed this time.
The New York Times · 6 Sept, 05:08
Zelenskyy links Russian strikes on Kyiv airports to US envoys' Moscow visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian strikes on Kyiv and Boryspil airports were a reaction to the possibility of US envoys flying to Kyiv after talks in Moscow, as deadly attacks continued across Ukraine.
Guardian Ukraina · 6 Sept, 05:08
Russian strike forces suspension of border crossing on Romanian frontier
Russian occupying forces attacked border infrastructure in the Izmail district of Odesa region, forcing the Orlivka ferry crossing on the border with Romania to halt operations. Local authorities promised further updates once service resumes.
Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 05:07
64-Year-Old Woman Found Alive in Nepal More Than 10 Days After Mudslide
More than 10 days after a massive ice, rock and mud slide struck a Himalayan valley in Nepal, rescuers found a 64-year-old woman alive in her buried home. She was flown to a hospital in Kathmandu for treatment.
BBC World · 6 Sept, 05:07
Seven injured in Russian drone strike on Zaporizhzhia residential area
A Russian drone strike hit a residential area in Zaporizhzhia, injuring seven people. All are currently receiving medical care.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 04:12
Expert warns of 'culture of fear' inside US Defense Department
A University of Portsmouth security researcher says turmoil around Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reflects a deeper shift, as experienced officials are pushed out and political loyalty is prioritized over expertise within the Pentagon. He warns this could erode the military's institutional ability to question political authority.
France 24 · 6 Sept, 04:11
Kudors: US intelligence chief's visit to Latvia sends signal to Russia and Baltic allies
Political scientist Andis Kudors says the visit of a top US intelligence official to Latvia is a positive political and security signal that counters Russian propaganda about US indifference toward the Baltic states. He cautioned, however, against drawing firm conclusions about reports of a possible meeting with Russian intelligence leadership.
Latvijas Avīze · 6 Sept, 04:11
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Russia's war 'hero elite' program has stalled two years in
A Russian program launched two years ago to turn participants in the war against Ukraine into a new ruling elite has largely stalled. President Putin's promised 'time of heroes' has yet to materialize as advertised.
TVNET · 6 Sept, 04:09
IRGC Claims New Missile Strikes on US Warships Amid Hormuz Standoff
Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it fired ballistic missiles at a US aircraft carrier and a destroyer as tensions escalate over a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 04:08
'He was a lifeline' — US families struggle after Haitian caregivers lose work permits
The Trump administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians has cost thousands of care workers their jobs across the US, leaving families who depend on them scrambling. Care industry groups warn the move deepens an already severe workforce shortage.
BBC World · 6 Sept, 04:07
Manhunt continues in Australia after alleged axe attack leaves three critically injured
A man allegedly attacked three people he knew with an axe in the Victorian town of Tyers, leaving all three with serious injuries, as police continue a large-scale search for him.
The Guardian World · 6 Sept, 04:06
Trump's envoys arrive in Moscow for talks on ending war in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow and plan to travel to Kyiv on Sunday for the first time. The leaders of both warring countries have said they will refrain from striking each other's capitals for the next three days.
LSM · 6 Sept, 03:13
Latvian citizen sets husband's house on fire in Austria after argument, then calls police himself
A 40-year-old Latvian citizen in Austria is suspected of setting fire to his husband's house following an argument, afterward personally reporting the blaze to police. No one was injured, but the building was completely destroyed.
Latvijas Avīze · 6 Sept, 03:12
Ukraine to see rain and strong winds on Sunday, possible traffic disruptions
Ukraine's Hydrometeorological Center forecasts moderate rain and strong wind gusts across the country on Sunday, September 6, warning of possible disruptions to traffic and utility services. Temperatures will reach up to 19 degrees, and up to 27 in the south.
Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 03:12
Farage and Bardella prepare joint migration plan as Reform UK fights for relevance
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and France's National Rally figure Jordan Bardella are set to unveil a joint proposal on Channel migration, as Farage's party faces mounting pressure from British Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government.
Politico Europe · 6 Sept, 03:09
Fuel tanker explosion in western Iran leaves at least 10 dead
A fuel tanker exploded on a highway in western Iran, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others, officials say.
Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 03:09
Odesa to vote on banning Russian language in public arts
Odesa's city council will decide this week on a proposal to ban Russian-language music, literature and signage from public spaces, deepening a divisive debate in the mostly Russian-speaking city.
BBC World · 6 Sept, 03:08
Dog Pennu finally finds a home after 1,497 days in Tartu shelter
After more than four years at the Tartu animal shelter, dog Pennu was adopted this spring by a longtime volunteer who had spent years training him.
ERR News · 6 Sept, 02:12
Russian strikes on Kyiv Oblast leave two dead, dozens of sites damaged
Russian attacks on Kyiv Oblast killed two people and damaged 28 properties and infrastructure sites across five districts.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 02:11
Putin and Zelensky order 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a 72-hour halt to strikes on Kyiv on Saturday as US envoys arrived in Moscow. The move coincides with a diplomatic push involving senior American officials.
France 24 · 6 Sept, 02:11
Germany probes third possible sabotage attempt on energy sites, suspects radical climate activist
German police are investigating a third possible sabotage attempt targeting energy infrastructure, with authorities suggesting a radical climate activist may be behind the attacks. Suspicious substances and objects that could be explosive devices were found in the suspect's apartment.
ERR (rus) · 6 Sept, 02:10
Greek Prince Philippos and Princess Nina announce birth of their first child
Greek royal couple Prince Philippos and Princess Nina have announced the birth of a son, born in the United States with the help of a surrogate mother. It is the couple's first child.
TVNET · 6 Sept, 02:09
Building collapses after heavy rain in northern India
A building collapsed in Moradabad, northern India, after heavy rainfall, tearing through power lines and sending sparks into the street.
Al Jazeera · 6 Sept, 02:09
Kremlin calls talks with Trump's envoys constructive, promises to relay Putin's views to Kyiv
The Kremlin described Saturday's talks with Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner as constructive and candid, saying the Americans will factor in Putin's positions during Sunday talks in Kyiv. The Moscow meeting lasted over three hours.
Ukrainska Pravda · 6 Sept, 02:08
Australian opposition proposes ban on flag burning and law enshrining 26 January as Australia Day
Australian opposition leader Angus Taylor has proposed criminalising flag burning with up to 10 years in prison, alongside legislation to lock in 26 January as Australia Day. The move is likely to reignite long-running culture war debates over the date.
The Guardian World · 6 Sept, 02:07
Farage ally: Reform UK would use military to 'crush' Argentina over Falklands
A senior Reform UK figure said Nigel Farage, as prime minister, would deploy Britain's military and economic sanctions to defend the Falkland Islands from Argentina. The remarks followed Argentine President Javier Milei's threat to sanction companies drilling for oil near the islands without Buenos Aires' approval.
Politico Europe · 6 Sept, 01:14
Ukraine and Germany prepare next week's Defence Contact Group meeting
Kyiv says a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group is set for next week, focusing on air defence, funding and industrial cooperation.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 6 Sept, 01:13
Estonia's mushroom season peaks: RMK offers guided hikes to help pick safely
Estonia's state forest agency RMK is running an exhibition and guided mushroom-picking hikes near Aegviidu until the end of September to teach people to tell edible fungi from poisonous ones. Experts warn about a dangerous species still commonly sold at markets.
ERR (rus) · 6 Sept, 01:13
Chinese national pulled alive from Nepal tunnel 10 days after flash flood
A Chinese national has been rescued alive from a tunnel in Nepal 10 days after devastating flash floods in the region killed more than 1,300 people. The rescue stands out given the length of time the person had been trapped.
France 24 · 6 Sept, 01:13
Kyiv charity provides bionic prosthetics to give war-injured new opportunities
A charity organisation based in Kyiv is helping Ukrainian war veterans who lost an arm or leg gain access to modern bionic prosthetics. The initiative addresses the growing demand caused by Russia's ongoing war.
LSM · 6 Sept, 01:12
UN report finds world will hit 1.5-degree warming threshold; advocate calls for action over despair
A new UN report finds the world will warm to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Climate solutions advocate Ayana Elizabeth Johnson calls for faster implementation of known strategies and determination rather than despair.
NPR World · 6 Sept, 01:12