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Global deliveries of Mercedes-Benz fell by 12% in the third quarter, totaling 525,300 vehicles. The decline was attributed to weak markets in China and the US, despite increased sales of electric vehicles and luxury SUVs.
Porsche car sales in China fell by 26% and in North America by 5% in 2025. This is due to US tariffs and fierce competition in China.
Leading Russian industrial companies, including railways, car manufacturers, and metallurgical enterprises, are reducing working weeks or sending employees on forced leave. This is happening due to the slowdown of the military economy, stagnation of domestic demand, and declining exports.
The US has approved export licenses for Nvidia to sell chips to the UAE. These are the first permits for the sale of advanced microchips to the Persian Gulf country since Donald Trump took office as president.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that after Ukrainian strikes, Russia has a gasoline deficit of up to 20% of its needs, which led to a ban on gasoline and diesel exports. Russia has increased gasoline imports from Belarus sixfold and abolished import duties, and also imports fuel from China.
Japan is experiencing the most acute labor crisis in modern history due to an aging population and low birth rates, threatening the stability of all industries. The new leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, Sanae Takaichi, recognizes the need to attract foreign workers to solve this problem.
Toyota plans to release its first electric vehicle with a solid-state battery in 2027-2028, promising increased range and faster charging. The company is collaborating with Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. for the mass production of cathode materials.
China has banned the export of technologies related to rare earth extraction, magnet production, and processing without permission. This expands restrictions that have been a source of tension between Beijing and Washington.
Following the eighteenth wave of the "Own Business" program in 2025, 344 entrepreneurs will receive almost UAH 99 million in financial support, creating 549 new jobs. In total, since 2022, over 29,000 microgrants have been provided, creating almost 53,000 jobs.
From January to September 2025, Ukraine's trade turnover amounted to $89. 6 billion, with imports totaling $60.1 billion and exports $29.5 billion. The largest partners were China, Poland, and Germany.
In central Myanmar, at least 24 people were killed and nearly 50 injured when an army paraglider attacked a Buddhist festival. The military dropped two bombs on a peaceful protest during the celebration, resulting in numerous civilian casualties.
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) called the EU's plans to ban the sale of internal combustion engine cars from 2035 "very tough. " It called for measures that would give manufacturers greater flexibility, warning that current plans are based on outdated assumptions.
Over 580 tourists and 300 local guides have been rescued after a heavy snowstorm near the eastern slope of Mount Everest in Tibet. The evacuation lasted two days, with those affected receiving medication and heating.
The FBI is investigating a large-scale cyberattack on American law firms, suspected to have been orchestrated by Chinese hackers. One of the main targets was Williams & Connolly, a firm that serves many high-ranking politicians.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has approved the launch of the F/A-XX new generation fighter development program for the United States Navy. This project will replace the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and ensure air superiority over China.
The Center for Countering Disinformation exposed a Russian fake story about Polish mercenaries in the Armed Forces of Ukraine who allegedly use drugs to stay awake and not eat. This disinformation is aimed at discrediting Ukrainian military personnel and foreign volunteers.
Talks between China and the US could radically change the global balance of power. A strategic rapprochement between Washington and Beijing would be a geopolitical catastrophe for Russia.
China, the world's largest crude oil buyer, is adding eleven new oil fields this year and next. This will increase oil storage capacity by almost 170 million barrels.
Ford has unveiled an electric Bronco, available for order in China. Buyers can get a rooftop camping package that turns it into a mobile camper.
Law enforcement officers exposed a criminal group of 11 people who, from July 2024 to June 2025, smuggled elite watches from Hong Kong, China, and the UAE. The total value of the smuggled goods exceeded 11 million hryvnias.
For the first time globally, wind and solar power plants generated more electricity than coal-fired ones. In the first six months of 2025, renewable energy outpaced growing electricity demand, leading to a slight decrease in coal and gas consumption.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia would not have missiles and drones without Western components that damage the energy sector. He emphasized the need to cut off the supply of critical components to reduce the Russian threat.
A snowstorm on Everest has trapped hundreds of tourists at an altitude of 4,900 meters, with at least one person dead. More than 200 people remain cut off from the world, and communication in the mountains is practically non-existent.
Turkey may cooperate with the US on the development of rare earth element deposits in western Anatolia, after talks with China and Russia slowed down. Ankara and Washington are exploring a joint project in the Beylikova area, where a deposit of cerium, praseodymium, and neodymium has been discovered.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Russian drones and missiles used on October 5 contained over 100,000 foreign-made components. Ukraine expects a systemic decision from this week's meeting of G7 sanctions coordinators.
On October 6, the price of gold exceeded $3,900 per ounce for the first time in history. This was a consequence of increased demand for safe-haven assets due to the weakening Japanese yen, the US government shutdown, and expectations of a Fed interest rate cut.
The European Union is developing a new "AI Application" strategy to promote its own artificial intelligence tools. This will reduce dependence on China and improve the use of AI in healthcare, defense, and manufacturing.
Next week, a meeting of G7 sanctions coordinators will take place to discuss limiting the supply of foreign components to Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Russian missiles and drones contain critical Western-made components.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced the preparation of new military steps due to increased US activity on the Korean Peninsula. He noted that the DPRK has already directed strategic resources to priority security goals.
Sanae Takaichi has been elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, making her potentially the country's first female prime minister. The 64-year-old politician is known for her nationalist views and support for "Abenomics."