Russian Court Rejects Disney Manager's Appeal in Cannabis Gummies Case
Russian court upholds prison sentence for Disney project manager over cannabis gummies found in luggage.
International Relations
Blaze at Russia's Amur Gas Chemical Complex kills 15 workers
A fire at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia's Far East has killed 15 workers, including one Russian and 14 foreign nationals.
Quebec Calls October Election as Separatists Lead Polls
Quebec votes October 5. Separatist PQ leads polls but won't seek independence while Trump is president.
Israel's October Vote Could Swing Shekel by Up to 3%
JPMorgan estimates Israel's October 27 election could move the shekel up to 3% either way, with an opposition win seen as likeliest.
US Patriot missile stocks in Europe critically depleted after Iran conflict
US and NATO officials say Patriot interceptor stocks in Europe are critically low after being diverted to the Iran war, raising concerns about NATO's ability to counter a Russian missile attack.
Russian farmers sceptical of grain export rescue, urge sowing cuts
Russian farmers and analysts doubt government measures to revive grain exports amid Black Sea disruptions, calling for sowing cuts to ease domestic oversupply.
EU Reports Supply Disruption of Schizophrenia Injection
The European Medicines Agency has flagged a shortage of the schizophrenia drug paliperidone palmitate due to manufacturing problems at Pharmathen.
Car bomb kills Russian serviceman in St. Petersburg
A Russian serviceman died and his wife was injured when their car exploded in St. Petersburg, the latest in a string of bombings tied to Russia's war in Ukraine.
Iran Faces Economic Strangulation as US Pressures Trade Partners
US threatens sanctions on nations trading with Iran, following UAE's suspension. China's role and regional partners' responses are critical.
Gaza City Strike Kills One, Health Officials Say
An Israeli military strike in Gaza City killed at least one person, according to local health authorities, as residents gathered at the scene.
Rouble slides past 86 per dollar as tax support fades
Russia's rouble fell over 2% against the dollar and yuan on Thursday, hitting multi-month lows as tax-related support faded amid rising imports and lower oil prices.
Qatar PM in Tehran to revive diplomacy as US tightens economic squeeze on Iran
Qatar's PM visits Tehran to push a phased plan for the Strait of Hormuz as the US escalates economic pressure and talks remain stalled.
Iran Conflict Enters Sixth Month With No Off-Ramp as Regional Powers Push for Peace
The US-Iran war hits six months with no end in sight. Pakistan pushes diplomacy to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump says he has no time schedule.
China tells Philippines to remove grounded warship from Ren'ai Jiao
China's defence ministry urges the Philippines to tow away the BRP Sierra Madre from Ren'ai Jiao and stop provocations.
Nepal Floods: Hundreds Missing After Glacier Collapse Triggers Devastation
Rescuers search for hundreds missing after a glacier collapse caused catastrophic floods along the Nepal-China border, leaving widespread destruction.
Syria Reconnects to Global Payments as Visa and Mastercard Go Live
Visa and Mastercard process first international card payments in Syria, marking a key step in financial reintegration.
Qatar's PM meets Iran's foreign minister as Hormuz tanker attack reported
Qatari PM Al Thani met Iran's FM in Tehran as a tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, with Doha urging de-escalation.
French stocks slide as election debate and budget worries rattle investors
French blue-chip stocks fell to a one-month low as investors weighed election risks and upcoming budget negotiations.
Ukraine's Drone Campaign Hits Major Russian Refineries
Ukrainian drone attacks have damaged or halted operations at multiple Russian oil refineries, impacting fuel production.
Yung Filly allowed to return to UK ahead of Australian retrial
Perth court allows Yung Filly to return to Britain while awaiting retrial on rape charges; assault convictions stand.