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Iran has executed 69-year-old Jamshid Sharmaghd on charges of the 2008 Shiraz terrorist attack. Amnesty International claims an unfair trial and forced confessions, while the EU condemns the execution.

Starting in December, the maximum capacity of electricity imports from the EU will increase to 2. 1 GW. Ukraine will also receive an additional 250 MW of guaranteed capacity for emergency assistance.

Ukrainians view tax hikes and government actions critically, yet remain hopeful for victory, according to a poll.

The South Korean president announced that a delegation will visit Ukraine to discuss the presence of North Korean troops in Russia. The delegation will brief the EU and meet with Ukrainian intelligence and defense officials.

Ministers from 13 EU countries expressed “deep concern” about the situation in Georgia after the parliamentary elections. They condemned Viktor Orban's premature visit to Tbilisi and said he did not represent the EU.

A protest against the results of the parliamentary elections, where the Georgian Dream party won 53. 93% of the vote, ended in Tbilisi. The opposition and President Zurabishvili demanded an investigation into the fraud and repeat elections.

Japan has agreed to allocate 471. 9 billion yen to Ukraine through a World Bank fund. The funds are part of a $50 billion G7 loan secured by frozen Russian assets.

During Viktor Orban's visit to Tbilisi, local residents booed cars with Hungarian flags on Rustaveli Avenue. The protesters chanted anti-Russian slogans, while the Hungarian Prime Minister declared his support for Georgia.

EU spokesperson Peter Stano said that Orban's visit to Georgia was purely bilateral and did not represent the interests of the EU. The Hungarian prime minister unexpectedly showed up at the hotel where the opposition is meeting with Western diplomats.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban unexpectedly arrives at the Tbilisi Marriott Hotel, where the opposition was meeting with Western diplomats. His official visit to Georgia comes after disputed parliamentary elections criticized by the EU.

China's Ministry of Commerce has warned the EU against holding separate negotiations with electric vehicle manufacturers. China emphasized that such actions could undermine mutual trust and hinder overall negotiations.

According to the survey, Ukrainians rate the digital transformation reform the best - 66% are satisfied. The worst are judicial and anti-corruption reforms.

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze reaffirmed the country's priority of European integration. He emphasized the importance of economic performance for EU accession, despite opposition criticism of election irregularities.

OSCE international observers recorded serious violations during the elections in Georgia, including pressure on voters. The EU called for an investigation into the violations and democratic reforms.

Russia is using old unmarked tankers to illegally transport oil around restrictions, and some countries are violating the price ceiling agreement.

In a debate with Maia Sandu, candidate Alexandru Stoianoglo declared his intention to strengthen relations with Ukraine. Sandu responded by accusing him of ties with Moscow, recalling his pro-Russian stance.

The EIB and the EBRD will provide grant funding for the implementation of the 112 emergency system in Ukraine. The project will unite all emergency services into a single system based on European standards.

Parliamentary elections are being held in Georgia, where the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party is leading with 40% of support. The pro-European opposition has a chance to form a government, as the leader will not be able to rule alone.

The G7 leaders agreed to provide Ukraine with $50 billion in loans through the Emergency Revenue Acceleration Facility. The funds will be serviced from immobilized russian assets.

56% of foreign professionals in Germany report discrimination, especially when looking for housing. The IAB study found significant bureaucratic obstacles for immigrants, despite recent legislative changes.

China has launched a diplomatic “charm offensive” against US allies amid a possible Trump victory. Beijing is seeking to improve relations with Japan, India, Britain and Australia over economic concerns.

Georgia's ruling party has released an election video that appeared to be similar to a 2018 Russian advertisement. Earlier, the party had already gotten into a scandal for using photos of destroyed Ukraine in its campaigning.

The author of the photo of the destroyed church in Bohorodichne claimed that the photo was stolen for the Georgian Dream election campaign. Photographer Lev Radin categorically refused to use the photo, but the party ignored the ban.

Attracting investment in times of war: challenges and opportunities for Ukrainian communities.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to create a reserve of materials for the construction of fortifications. This will allow the construction of fortifications to be deployed promptly in places designated by the military.

Ukraine is continuing to implement the four-year EUR 50 billion Ukraine Facility program with the EU. Shmyhal also confirmed continued cooperation with the IMF and insisted on the confiscation of Russian assets.

The G7 and the EU will provide Ukraine with about $50 billion from frozen Russian assets. The funds are to be used for defense, recovery and support of Ukrainians this year.

European diplomats are developing a plan to tighten sanctions against Russia in the wake of Trump's possible return to the US presidency. New restrictions will include supply controls, oil and LNG sanctions.

Canada plans to reduce its permanent resident quotas from 485,000 to 365,000 by 2027. The business community is concerned about possible labor shortages and the loss of foreign workers.

Finland is introducing special licenses for the export of ammunition components to prevent them from reaching Russia. The draft law is under consideration until November 28, 2024.