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POLITICSOct 4Polls close in Bosnia-Herzegovina's divisive electionZeljka ​Cvijanovic, the Serb nationalist candidate backed by disqualified secessionist leader Milorad Dodik, took the lead for the Serb seat of the three-member presidency.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 4Dozens detained at a rally in Moscow held by Kremlin-friendly Communist Party, party saysPolice in Moscow detained about 60 people at a rally on Sunday held by Russia’s Kremlin-friendly Communist Party, the party said. The party said in a statement that the detentions happened as the rally was ending and that its Moscow branch was working to get those who were detained – mostly young people – released. The rally marked the anniversary of the Kremlin’s 1993 crushing of a parliamentary uprising. The Telegram news channel Ostorozhno Novosti said protesters chanted slogans including...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 4Latvian PM on track to lead pro-Ukraine coalition after election win - ReutersLatvian PM on track to lead pro-Ukraine coalition after election win ReutersReuters World
POLITICSOct 4Germany’s Merz in Kyiv announces $1.5B in aid, urges Putin to end warGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz, on a surprise visit to Kyiv, announced $1.5 billion in military and reconstruction aidAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 4Dodik urges Serb turnout against ‘Sarajevo crooks’ in Bosnia electionDodik urges Serb turnout against ‘Sarajevo crooks’ in Bosnia electionAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 4Germany working to accelerate Ukraine's accession to EU – MerzGermany supports accelerating Ukraine's accession to the European Union and is working on this with partners in Brussels.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 4German Chancellor in Kyiv: "Ukraine will need our support"German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Ukraine on Sunday to show solidarity after Russian attacks on Kyiv infrastructure, including three bridges. Last month, Germany’s foreign minister called for de-escalation during talks with his Russian counterpart at the UN, drawing criticism from Sergei Lavrov, who urged Berlin to stop arming Ukraine. On Saturday, Moscow called on foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Ukraine. Shirli Sitbon reports.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 4Dodik declared Bosnia ‘dead’. Irrelevant rhetoric or serious threat?Bosnian Serb leader's controversial comments ahead of Bosnia and Herzegovina's high-stakes elections.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 4Zelensky affirms that the US wants trilateral negotiations with Russia in OctoberWashington busca reactivar el diálogo entre Ucrania y Rusia con una reunión trilateral en octubre. Zelenski confirma disposición ucraniana.El Kremlin no descarta estas conversaciones, aunque anteriores intentos no lograron avances significativos para detener el conflicto.Clarín
POLITICSOct 4Zelensky after meeting with Merz: Ukraine received EUR 1.3B support package from GermanyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Germany had allocated a new comprehensive support package for Ukraine worth EUR 1.3 billion.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 4India is going ‘beyond advocacy’ on the Russia-Ukraine conflict: JaishankarAt German think-tank event in Delhi, External Affairs Minister presents strong defence of India-Russia ties; says U.S. and China are exclusivist powers; suggests other countries build coalitions beyond the superpowersThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 4Pro-Europe Latvian PM wins poll dominated by Russia, social worriesAndris Kulbergs' United List party won 42 seats in the 100-seat parliament, but Latvia's parliamentary election also saw gains for populist parties, boosted by support from Latvia's Russian-speaking minority.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 4Bosnians Vote In Elections Pitting Pro-Western Against Nationalist ForcesCitizens in Bosnia-Herzegovina are casting their votes in elections to various bodies in the country’s multi-layered political system on October 4, with some candidates pushing for increased efforts at joining the European Union and NATO.RFE/RL
POLITICSOct 4Bosnia-Herzegovina votes amid divisive campaigns, EU bidPolls have opened in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where voters are taking part in parliamentary, presidential and local elections.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 4Latvian PM’s election win boosts chances for pro-Ukraine coalitionAndris Kulbergs’ party finished more than 20 percentage points ahead of far-right Latvia First.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 4Latvia election: Pro-Ukraine PM Kulbergs set to retain power after historic victory for his United List partyLatvia's prime minister, Andris Kulbergs, looks set to retain power after his party appeared to score the country's biggest election victory since independence.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 4Bosnia votes in one of world’s most complicated general electionsVoters cast their ballots for a dizzying number of officials across multiple tiers of government.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 4Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesThe German chancellor was visiting Kyiv as Moscow has intensified attacks on the Ukrainian capital.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 4Latvian PM on track to lead pro-Ukraine coalition after election winKulbergs pledged continuing support to Ukraine and to keep a hard line towards MoscowIrish Times World
POLITICSOct 4Bosnia votes as pro-Russian politician looms large over race and a stalled EU bid dominate electionAround 3.4 million voters in Bosnia are choosing the three members of the country’s multi-ethnic presidency, lawmakers for the national Parliament, and heads of institutions for the country’s two entities.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 4Germany’s Merz arrives in Kyiv to show support for UkraineTrip comes as Russia expands its air war against Ukraine ahead of winter and escalates ‘hybrid’ attacks on EuropeFinancial Times
POLITICSOct 4German chancellor arrives in Kyiv on surprise visitGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived by train in the Ukrainian capital on Sunday, October 4, for an unannounced visit.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 4Bosnians vote in general election as pro-Russian politician looms large and ethnic tensions simmerFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 4Leaked Document Unravels Russia-Iran Ruble-Rial Trade ClaimsA leaked Russian government report exposes the gap between political rhetoric and economic reality regarding the Iran-Russia trade alliance. The document reveals that national currency settlements constitute only 68% of the trade, contrary to the 95% figures broadcasted at the highest levels. The failure to reach even their lower target of 71% by 2026 suggests the system is struggling to accommodate the trade volume, leading to reliance on intermediaries and less efficient transaction methOds.headtopics · united states of america