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McEwen Copper's $2.7bn Los Azules project wins Argentina approval
Argentina approves McEwen Copper's Los Azules project for RIGI tax incentives, positioning the country to re-enter copper production by 2029 as global supply deficits emerge and demand soars for the critical metal.
Slovakia adopts PM Fico’s amendments enshrining two genders in constitution
The constitutional changes, which include limiting who can adopt children, may put Slovakia at odds with EU norms on equality.
Netanyahu defies international pressure with combative UN address on Gaza
Netanyahu vows to continue Gaza operations as diplomats stage mass walkout during his appearance at the UN.
Iranian rial hits record low against US dollar
Iranian rial hits record low of IRR1,085,000 to the US dollar as currency crisis deepens amid international sanctions and economic pressures, severely impacting purchasing power for 85mn Iranians.
Trump vows to block West Bank annexation as Israel orders Gaza loudspeaker broadcasts
Trump blocks Israeli West Bank annexation saying "time to stop" as Israel prepares loudspeakers to broadcast Netanyahu's UN speech to Gaza residents from border positions.
Lockheed Martin unveils Vectis drone for collaborative combat missions
US-based Lockheed Martin Skunk Works has introduced the Vectis, a Group 5 collaborative combat aircraft designed to operate alongside fifth-generation and next-generation fighter jets.
South Korea-US defence pact could be strengthened
In recent weeks, Seoul has held internal discussions about expanding joint defence commitments, including revisiting missile defence cooperation and rotational stationing of American forces.
Taiwan’s ruling DPP rocked by Chinese espionage within its own ranks
Wu Shang-yu, formerly attached to Taiwanese President William Lai’s office, was sentenced to four years.
Afghan deportations risk bolstering ISIS-K ranks
According to UN data, more than 2.6mn Afghans have returned since January, many of them after decades abroad. Analysts caution that the abrupt influx risks creating conditions that extremist groups can exploit.
European diplomats warn Kremlin that Nato is prepared to shoot planes over its airspace
European diplomats warned the Kremlin that Nato is prepared to shoot down any Russian fighter jets that violate their airspace, as military tensions between the EU and Russia continue to mount.
Romania sets rules for response to unauthorised aircraft, destruction a last resort
Procedures drawn up after multiple Russian incursions into airspace of Romania and other Nato Eastern Flank countries.
Oligarch’s extradition gives Moldovan ruling party pre-election PR boost
Once the most powerful man in Moldova, Vlad Plahotniuc faces criminal charges relating to the “$1bn bank theft” scandal.
Trump lavishes praise on Erdogan in White House meeting and suggests Turkey stop buying Russian oil and gas
Some big military and civilian aircraft deals may be in the making, but the deal-making remains behind closed doors.
Kyrgyzstan to hold early parliamentary elections
Leaders likely looking for more stability in already sedate political environment.
Zimbabwe aims to expand dollar-denominated VFEX into financial centre, says CEO
VFEX could serve as the anchor for a future international financial services centre in Victoria Falls, modelled loosely on hubs such as Mauritius or Botswana’s IFSC.
Lithuanian government confirmed despite outrage over minister’s half-naked dance video
Protests erupt after viral video shows incoming Culture Minister Ignotas Adomavicius dancing lewdly in a hot tub.
Uzbekistan on track for WTO membership in 2026
Trump says he is considering a Central Asia trip.
Palestinian President Abbas calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire in UN address
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas demanded immediate Gaza ceasefire at UN, calling Israeli actions genocide whilst condemning Hamas attacks and reaffirming Palestinian readiness to govern Gaza.
Bolivia’s ex anti-drugs chief caught with cocaine lab on his land
Felipe Cáceres, Bolivia’s former anti-drugs vice-minister under Evo Morales, was detained on September 23 after authorities found a cocaine lab on his land in Chapare, a coca-growing stronghold of Morales’s political base.
Slovenia bans Israeli PM Netanyahu
Slovenia imposes ban as debate intensifies within the EU over how to respond to Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank, where humanitarian conditions have deteriorated sharply.