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European Parliament backs faster accession talks with Moldova
Resolution calls for an increase in financial and technical assistance to Moldova to strengthen its resilience against pressure and hybrid attacks from Russia.
Ban on oil extraction and legalised cocaine could save the Amazon, says Colombia’s president
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has called for ending petroleum extraction in the Amazon region and legalising cocaine production to preserve the world's largest tropical rainforest
Von der Leyen pledges unwavering support for Ukraine, unveils competitiveness reforms in EC state of the Union speech
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her annual EU State of the Union address on September 10 to reaffirm the bloc’s commitment to Ukraine, signal a tougher stance on Israeli settler violence, and outline reform
Croatia's Rijeka Gateway container terminal begins operations after €380mn investment
Opening the terminal contributes to Zagreb’s efforts to position Croatia as a gateway to Central Europe for both goods transport and energy.
Turkey sells $2bn eurobond amid scuffles at opposition’s Istanbul HQ
Investors’ appetite for paper seemingly not dimmed despite turbulence caused by what critics say is a regime operation to shut down any potential for real democracy.
Poland to invoke Nato’s article 4 after Russian drones’ incursion into Polish airspace
PM Donald Tusk says overnight incursions were "incomparably more dangerous" than previous incidents since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Iran reaches nuclear cooperation deal with IAEA after dispute
Iran and the IAEA reach new cooperation framework after 12-month dispute over nuclear inspections following Israeli and US strikes on Iranian facilities.
Venezuela's Maduro moves up Christmas… again
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced on September 8 that Christmas celebrations in the country would start on October 1, advancing the traditional holiday season by nearly two months for the second year in a row.
Trump urges EU to hit China, India with 100% tariffs
US President Donald Trump called for the EU to hit China and India with tariffs of up to 100% on imports in an effort to force Moscow to end its war in Ukraine, the Financial Times reported on September 8.
Poland shoots down Russian drones after airspace breach, authorities say
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he was in “constant contact" with the defence ministry and President Karol Nawrocki.
Romania lowers 2025 growth forecast to 0.6% on weaker consumption
Revised forecast assumes slower household income growth, leading to reduced private consumption.
Seven workers trapped following mudflow at Indonesian mine
A mudflow has struck PT Freeport Indonesia’s Grasberg Block Cave underground mine in Tembagapura, Central Papua, leaving seven workers trapped.
UPDATED: Poland scrambles jets, shuts airports as Russia accused of drone incursions
Poland has scrambled fighter aircraft and temporarily shut its main airports after reports that Russian drones entered its airspace during overnight strikes on Ukraine.
Lavrov hosts Dodik in Moscow, blames West for Bosnia tensions
Dodik has been seeking support from Russia and other allies after being stripped of his mandate as Republika Srpska president.
Georgian Dream supporters attack anti-government protesters in Tbilisi weeks before local elections
Protesters targeted the campaign headquarters of Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze of Georgian Dream, who is seeking re-election in October.
Brazil’s Moraes demands Bolsonaro conviction in first Supreme Court vote
Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has called for former president Jair Bolsonaro's conviction on five criminal charges, including attempted coup d'état, during the first day of deliberations in Brazil's historic coup trial.
Israeli strike in Qatari Doha targets Hamas leaders, sparks regional condemnation
The Israeli military says explosions seen and heard in the Qatari capital, Doha, are the result of an assassination attempt against Hamas leaders.
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El Salvador marks fourth anniversary of Bitcoin law with fresh purchase
El Salvador commemorated the fourth anniversary of its groundbreaking Bitcoin law by purchasing 21 BTC worth approximately $2.3mn, President Nayib Bukele announced on social media.
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Nepal’s PM quits, minsters evacuated as violent protests intensify
Several government residences came under attack. Nepal’s Army evacuated ministers from their homes in Bhaisepati by helicopter as demonstrators torched properties.
Israeli military issues largest evacuation order to date for Gaza City, indicating impending invasion
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) issued its most extensive evacuation order for Gaza City on September 9, signalling that a comprehensive military invasion may be imminent.