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CONFLICTSep 18Russia launches massive barrages of modified RM48U training missiles at Ukraine — ReutersRussian forces have begun using modified RM48U training missiles on a large scale against Ukraine instead of the more accurate “Iskander”-type ballistic missiles.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 18As Congress passes Russia sanctions, Trump weighs business deals with Moscow before the war endsThe Trump administration is weighing business deals with Russia even before the war in Ukraine ends, two sources close to the negotiations told The New York Times. One of the sources said such deals could show that the United States is serious about a “reset” in relations with Russia.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 18EXCLUSIVE: Putin envoy and far-right AfD prepare talks to get Russian gas back for Germany, sources say - ReutersReuters World
POLITICSSep 18The view from Russia: ‘No party can be antiwar’ in parliamentary electionFirst vote since Russia invaded Ukraine seen as a sham by some and an opportunity to strengthen nationalism by others.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 18🔴 Macron orders plan to protect France critical infrastructure against 'Russian hybrid attacks'President Macron has ordered a plan to protect France's critical infrastructure from potential "Russian hybrid attacks." This action signifies an elevated concern for national security against foreign threats.France 24 [en]
MILITARYSep 18Poland won’t give up ‘a single inch’ of territory says Tusk after warning over Russian dronesThe Independent World
POLITICSSep 18Vlasiuk names countries that could face tariffs after Russia sanctions bill is signedAfter U.S. President Donald Trump a Russia sanctions bill into law, the key issue will be its practical implementation, including the possibility of imposing tariffs of up to 100% on imports from countries that are major buyers of Russian energy.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 18Putin will have Trump to thank for election victory in Russia’s rubber-stamp parliamentSam Kiley, world affairs editor, explains the significance of the insignificant Russian Duma electionsThe Independent World
BUSINESSSep 18Putin targets Nestle's Russian business as Kremlin tightens grip on Western assetsNestlé is assessing its options after Russia placed the Swiss food giant’s local assets under temporary external administration.CNBC
CONFLICTSep 18Russia Seizes Assets Of Nestle, French FirmsIt was the latest move by Russia against Western firms in response to a barrage of sanctions over its war against Ukraine The post Russia Seizes Assets Of Nestle, French Firms appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
CONFLICTSep 18Russian forces strike Sloviansk, five civilians injuredUkrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 18Russians vote in elections with no party opposing Putin or war in UkraineThe three-day vote will fill 450 Duma seats and 11 regional governorships, with only parties backing Putin and Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine on the ballot. Despite official denials of a new draft, fears of mobilisation are overshadowing the vote.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTSep 18Ukrainian forces strike Russian Orion drone control station in CrimeaUkrinform [en]
BUSINESSSep 18Diesel prices at record highs amid Strait of Hormuz disruption, Russia-Ukraine warThe average price for a gallon of diesel was still hovering around a record-high of $6.43 as of Friday morning, according to the latest data published by GasBuddy.ABC News
POLITICSSep 18Russians vote for new parliament after campaign marked by near silenceRussians began voting on Friday in three days of parliamentary elections to choose the 450 members of the State Duma, after a campaign with little public debate or television coverage. More than four years into the war in Ukraine, candidates have also had few opportunities to challenge Kremlin policies.RFI [en]
POLITICSSep 18Russian officials trying to move assets abroad and open foreign bank accounts amid mobilization rumors, Bloomberg reportsAmid rumors of a new mobilization, senior Russian officials have spent recent months trying to open accounts at foreign banks and move their assets abroad, Bloomberg reported, citing documents it had obtained.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 18Russian man swims from Kaliningrad to Lithuania seeking asylum, gets sent back to RussiaLithuania’s border service detained a Russian citizen who swam across the Neman River seeking political asylum and sent him back to Russia, according to a report by the Lithuanian news outlet Lrytas.Meduza [en]
CONFLICTSep 18Ukraine fires drone barrage as Russia launches electionsAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 18Russia seizes control over assets of Nestle, French firmsRussia has placed the local businesses of Nestlé, Auchan and other Western-linked companies under temporary administration. Nestlé is weighing its options, while Auchan and Lemana Pro say their Russian operations continue as normal.EuroNews [en]
CONFLICTBREAKINGSep 18Russian strike hits commuter train in Kharkiv region, killing one and injuring sevenUkrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 18Russian elections a ‘veneer of democracy’ with opposition barred from runningPRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 18: Russia holds its first parliamentary elections since the Ukraine war. Since only parties loyal to Vladimir Putin are running, the elections are seen as nothing but a veneer of democracy. In sports: Zinedine Zidane will unveil his first selection as coach of the French football team. Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic organisers approve a croc-infested river to hold canoe and rowing events. Finally, the first new feline species in a century has been discovered.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSSep 18‘Nestlé is committed to taking all necessary steps to protect its rights’: Nestlé and Auchan respond to Putin’s decree placing their Russian assets under temporary managementNestle said it has “taken note” the Russian president’s decree introducing “temporary external administration” at Nestlé Russia.Meduza [en]
CONFLICTSep 18‘Voters get to choose — just not the result’: Russia’s parliamentary election reaches occupied UkraineFox News World
CONFLICTBREAKINGSep 18Russian drones devastate shopping mall in Zaporizhzhia cityAfricanews [en]