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.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomed the agreements between Israel and Hamas on the release of hostages and a ceasefire, initiated by US President Donald Trump. Ukraine also hopes that the international community's efforts will be sufficient to force Russia to end the war.
For the first time in 45 years, the price of silver rose to $50 an ounce. This happened against the backdrop of record increases in gold prices and a shortage of supply in the London market.
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.
Serbian oil company NIS, partly owned by Russia, failed to obtain another waiver from US sanctions. This jeopardizes fuel procurement for the country's only oil refinery.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he secures a ceasefire. Zelenskyy believes that Trump seeks to end the war, while Putin fears a ceasefire.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's successful strikes on Russia's oil and gas infrastructure are the result of intelligence support from allies. He emphasized the importance of data from the US and partners for the effective use of air defense and strike systems.
A Ukrainian delegation led by Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko will visit the US next week. Air defense, energy, sanctions, the negotiation track, and frozen assets will be discussed.
The United Nations is facing a liquidity crisis that will lead to a quarter reduction of peacekeeping troops in nine operations worldwide. This decision is due to a lack of funds, and future funding from the US remains uncertain.
NATO allies are discussing more decisive measures in response to Russian provocations, including the deployment of armed drones and easing restrictions for pilots on opening fire. The goal of the negotiations is to raise the cost for Moscow for its "hybrid war" and develop clear countermeasures.
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.
Gold prices fell in Asian trading on October 9, reacting to the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Spot gold fell 0.1% to $4039.34 per ounce, and December futures fell 0.3% to $4056.67 per ounce.
Traces of radioactive Cesium-137 contamination have been found in Indonesia at 22 production facilities near Jakarta. The contamination was first detected in a batch of shrimp shipped to the United States.
US President Donald Trump said that tariffs promote peace and that he will not cooperate with countries that wage wars. He reminded that his tariffs helped India and Pakistan reach a truce.
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.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb will meet Donald Trump at the White House on October 9. Bilateral relations, trade and economic cooperation, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine will be discussed.
The German government has expressed its readiness to help Ukraine implement reforms in urban planning and housing policy, in particular in creating a social housing system. The rental housing model, which remains community-owned, will be rented to residents at a stable price, lower than the market price.
US President Donald Trump stated that the hostages are likely to be released on Monday, October 13, as part of the first phase of the peace agreement between Israel and Hamas. This agreement, signed on the night of October 9, provides for the release of all Israeli hostages and the withdrawal of Israeli troops.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu invited US President Donald Trump to visit Israel early next week. The invitation came after a warm conversation during which the leaders exchanged congratulations on the agreement to release all hostages.
Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas signed the first stage of the peace plan on the night of October 9. The release of all Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity will take place in the near future, after which Israel will withdraw its troops to the agreed border.
US President Donald Trump announced the successful conclusion of seven conflicts, approaching the settlement of the eighth. He expressed confidence in the possibility of settling the situation with Russia.
Russia has intensified information attacks against the United States using artificial intelligence and a large-scale disinformation ecosystem. The Kremlin is behind most attempts to influence American society through disinformation, deepfakes, and fake websites.
Belgium is considering transferring additional F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. This became possible after the arrival of the first fifth-generation F-35 aircraft in the country, which will replace the older machines.
US President Donald Trump announced a possible trip to the Middle East at the end of the week, likely on Sunday. He noted that peace talks in the region are progressing successfully.
President Zelenskyy met with investment funds and business associations, discussing the development of the defense industry. According to him, by 2026, the potential for drone and missile production will reach $35 billion.
The third International Defense Industries Forum DFNC³ has concluded in Kyiv, gathering around 2,000 participants from over 20 countries. A number of intergovernmental and business agreements were signed at the forum, opening new opportunities for Ukrainian manufacturers.
The German Federal Cartel Office has launched an investigation into the Chinese online platform Temu. The company is suspected of imposing unacceptable pricing requirements on sellers in the German market.
Donald Trump is actively lobbying for his candidacy for the Nobel Peace Prize, insisting that he deserves it for his attempts to end the war in Gaza. Experts in Oslo warn that such an aggressive approach could backfire.
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.
A new round of negotiations on ending the war in Gaza has begun in Egypt with the participation of American, Qatari, and Turkish representatives. The parties are discussing Trump's 20-point plan, but have disagreements on key provisions.
