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putin said that russia is ready for negotiations, but reaffirmed the demand for Ukraine's neutrality. He also claimed that russia had seized 1,301 km² in September.
The talks involving Turkey, the UN and mediators are scheduled for early October. The initiative is intended to protect grain shipments and ports.
Putin called the proposal to stop attacks on vessels in the Black Sea in exchange for Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil refineries pointless. There is no agreed ceasefire.
The European Commission proposes gradually integrating candidate countries into the EU single market. Access will depend on reforms and support for the bloc's goals.
Ukraine sees no prospects for a ceasefire agreement in the Black Sea in the coming months. Up to 30 million tonnes of agricultural produce may not be exported.
The European Commission is planning clear schedules for reforms and negotiations for Ukraine, Montenegro, Moldova and Albania. They will not be offered to other candidates for now.
Archaeologists have found the first intact burials at Göbekli Tepe. The discovery suggests that people may have lived there, rather than merely conducting rituals.
Ukraine is planning a meeting with the United States and Russia in October. They will discuss ending the war, strikes on energy infrastructure, and shipping security.
The coalition said it had intercepted two Houthi missiles and two drones directed at Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. Saudi Arabia has intensified coordination with its allies.
The Yemeni government announced a general mobilization and an amnesty for Houthi fighters. The rebels have tightened their control near the strategic strait.
Firefighting aviation operations require special training. For several years now, Ukraine's H3Operations has been involved in such operations in Greece.
Elvin Aliiev became the European champion in the up to 65 kg weight category, while Hanna Okhota won silver in the up to 48 kg category. Ukraine has 4 medals.
Egypt, India, Turkey, and Middle Eastern countries proposed unblocking the Black Sea. Ukraine is awaiting Russia's response.
Sources report that gas supplies may be halted after November 1 due to Moscow's political demands. Yerevan is seeking alternatives.
The Office of the President said that the Ukrainian delegation is returning to Ukraine. The media reported on possible talks regarding an energy truce.
Zelenskyy thanked Erdoğan for supporting Ukraine. The parties discussed the maritime export corridor, free trade, and the Drone Deal.
The President of Azerbaijan pardoned Martin Ryan, who had been sentenced to 10 years for espionage. He was detained in December 2023.
Russia cut September wheat exports to 347,000 tonnes, compared with 1. 3 million tonnes last year. Shipments through Novorossiysk fell 9.6-fold.
The fragment of the Treaty of Kadesh corresponds to Articles 12–20 of the treaty between Ramesses II and Hattusili III. It was found in modern-day Turkey.
Europe is preparing to strengthen its response system for large-scale wildfires and develop its firefighting aircraft fleet.
Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.
The President of Türkiye proposed reforming the UN Security Council without permanent members and veto power. Ankara plans to create a coalition in support of the changes.
Türkiye initiated an agreement to align AI development with climate goals. It also proposed increasing the share of electricity\r\nto 35% by 2035.
Aselsan has equipped the Bayraktar TB2 with intelligence-gathering and electronic warfare systems. They detect radars, create interference, and help suppress air defense systems.
Ankara proposed a mechanism to Kyiv and Moscow to reduce tensions and attacks in the Black Sea. Turkey is awaiting the parties' responses.
The Ukrainian scored 201. 95 points and finished second in Ankara. It is his first medal at a Junior Grand Prix event in his career.
The aircraft crashed during a training flight in Grand Traverse County. The pilot survived, while two sheriff's employees were hospitalized with injuries.
Police detained at least 150 participants in a rally outside a court in Istanbul. The authorities are also conducting raids and arrests and blocking LGBTQ+ resources.
Finnish Customs is investigating the circumvention of EU sanctions through the shipment of pumps and engines to russia disguised as exports to Kazakhstan and Turkey. Two people are suspected.
The three countries fear that EU rules for electric vehicles will constrain their automakers. Turkey warns of risks to EU industry.