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POLITICSOct 3Russia has agreed to take around 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year: Govt tells parliamentary panelChairing the meeting on India-Russia relations, Mr. Jaishankar also apprised members of New Delhi's stance on the Ukraine conflict and its recent diplomatic efforts to contribute toward a peaceful settlementThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 3Ukraine to cover current financial deficit by end of year – presidentUkraine plans to cover its current financial deficit by the end of 2026.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 3Remains of Bulgaria’s Czar Samuel return ‘home’ after 1,000 yearsThe emperor is a symbol of Bulgarian national identity whose repatriation stoked tensions with Greece.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 3US Lawmakers Target Serbia's Democratic Backsliding, Ties To Russia, China, IranA bipartisan, bicameral group of US lawmakers is pressing for tougher action on what they describe as democratic backsliding, corruption, and growing Russian, Chinese, and Iranian influence in Serbia, just weeks before snap parliamentary elections.RFE/RL
POLITICSOct 3Greece returns remains of Czar Samuel to BulgariaA warrior emperor who ruled the Bulgarian Empire in the Middle Ages, Czar Samuel is a symbol of Bulgarian national identity. But his remains have been in Greece for decades – and he is also claimed by North Macedonia.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 3US, Russia talks on Ukraine involve oil deal tied to Kushner, Witkoff: ReportThe Trump administration’s ongoing discussions with Russia to end the Ukraine war now include a multibillion-dollar oil deal that would benefit Middle Eastern business executives tied to the lead U.S. negotiators, according to new reporting from The New York Times.  U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner, have been engaged in…The Hill
POLITICSOct 3Latvians vote in election in shadow of drone incursions and war in UkrainePro-Ukrainian prime minister Andris Kulbergs is likely to hold on to powerIrish Times World
POLITICSOct 3Lubinets urges Kazakhstan to prevent extradition of Ukrainian citizen to RussiaThe Ukrainian Parliament's Human Rights Commissioner, Dmytro Lubinets, has urged Kazakhstan's Ombudsman Artur Lastayev to prevent the extradition to Russia of a Ukrainian woman who was lured to Astana by Russian special services and her grandson's new family.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 3US-Russia talks on Ukraine involve multi-billion dollar oil deal, NYT reportsOct 3 (Reuters) - The ⁠Trump administration's talks with Russia on ending the ⁠war in Ukraine have expanded to include a multibillion-dollar oil deal that would benefit Middle Eastern business executives with ties to US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, the New York Times reported on ⁠Saturday.thestar_my · malaysia
POLITICSOct 3Polls open in Latvia against backdrop of perceived Russia threatPolls have opened in Latvia for an election taking place against the backdrop of perceived security threats from Russia and a nationwide cost-of-living squeeze. Saturday’s vote is the first electoral test for Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs after coming to power in May this year when his predecessor resigned due to a backlash from stray drone […]island · sri lanka
POLITICSOct 3Trump, Putin, Ukraine and an Oil Deal: 5 TakeawaysA proposal to bolster relations with the Kremlin through the purchase of Russian energy assets is striking even for an administration that regularly mixes personal business interests with foreign policy.NYT US
POLITICSOct 3U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump AlliesNYT US
POLITICSOct 3Polls open in Latvia against backdrop of perceived Russia threatLatvia is not expected to shift its pro-Europe and pro-Ukraine trajectory, but coalition negotiations could be complex.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 3Bosnian Serb leader says Bosnia is ‘dead’ ahead of electionBosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik says Bosnia and Herzegovina is ‘dead’ at a final campaign rally ahead of elections.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 3Latvia holds election as concerns over Russia, inflation dominateLatvia will vote on Saturday in an election shaped by concerns over neighbouring Russia and the cost of living, but the result is not expected to steer the country off its pro-European and pro-Ukrainian course. The centre-right United List party of incumbent Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs is at the head of the race, with over 14 per cent of the vote, according to the SKDS institute. His coalition, however, is expected to emerge weakened as populist parties gain ground by focusing on economic...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 3Latvians head to the polls amid concerns over rising cost of living and RussiaSome 1.5 million people are eligible to cast ballots in the parliamentary election, Latvia's 11th since gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 3Bosnia-Herzegovina shaped by war, separatism, EU ambitionsBosnia-Herzegovina is governed by a system established after the Bosnian war — more than 30 years ago. Ethnic divisions, a complex administration and European integration all shape the country's political reality.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 3Zelenskyy asked Trump to block Russia and China’s Starlink rivalUkraine’s president says he requested his US counterpart to impose sanctions on companies involved in developing ‘Rassvet’Financial Times
POLITICSOct 3In Latvia, the rise of political parties close to Russia sparks concern ahead of parliamentary electionsAs voting wraps up on Saturday, October 3, two populist parties are seeking to win over the Russian-speaking minority in the Baltic state. In Latvia, deep political disillusionment has created fertile ground for Russian propaganda.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 3Latvian PM faces bittersweet victory in election backdropped by RussiaAn EU sanctions showdown could strengthen the position of Andris Kulbergs, but a coalition puzzle awaits.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 3Latvians vote in election in shadow of drone incursions and war in UkraineRIGA, Oct 3 (Reuters) - Latvians vote in ⁠a parliamentary election on Saturday that is likely to keep power in the hands of pro-Ukrainian Prime Minister Andris ⁠Kulbergs, although deep political fragmentation may complicate the formation of a government.thestar_my · malaysia
POLITICSOct 2Bosnia’s elections explainedBosnia and Herzegovina votes on October 4 in an election that may determine whether it breaks its political deadlock.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 2South Korea's anger at Ukraine is 'about more than a secret'Oekraïne en Zuid-Korea liggen met elkaar overhoop over twee Noord-Koreaanse krijgsgevangenen. Aanleiding is een opmerking van de Oekraïense president Volodymyr Zelensky bij de Algemene Vergadering van de Verenigde Naties vorige week. Daar maakte hij bekend dat Oekraïne twee Noord-Koreaanse militairen had overgedragen aan Zuid-Korea. Dit schoot bij Zuid-Korea in het verkeerde keelgat, omdat afgesproken zou zijn de overdracht geheim te houden. Zuid-Korea zegt dat geheimhouding onder meer nodig was vanwege mogelijke risico's voor de militairen en hun familieleden in Noord-Korea. Maar er speelt voNOS Buitenland
POLITICSOct 2Trump takes a risky gamble by seeking to ease sanctions on RussiaLe Monde [en]