The US states that over 5,000 Cubans are participating in the war against Ukraine on the Russian side. Cuba and its president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, actively support Russian aggression, according to the State Department.
The announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize laureates will take place from October 6 to 13, concluding with the announcement of the winners of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences. The ceremonies will be available for online viewing on the official digital channels of the prize.
Oil prices rose by about 1. 5% after OPEC+ announced a smaller-than-expected production increase of 137,000 barrels per day from November. Analysts expect short-term gains to be limited by weak demand and seasonal declines.
Donald Trump announced successful negotiations with Hamas regarding a settlement in the Gaza Strip. The first phase is expected to conclude next week, and technical teams will reconvene in Egypt on Monday.
Today, October 6, the world celebrates World Day of Bullying Prevention, which draws attention to the harmful consequences of violence among teenagers, and International Doctor's Day, honoring the work of medical professionals. World Architecture Day and World Habitat Day are also celebrated on this day.
US President Donald Trump positively assessed Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's proposal to voluntarily limit the deployment of strategic nuclear weapons. This initiative envisages maintaining the restrictions established by the 2010 New START agreement, which expires in February.
Hamas has agreed to hand over its weapons to a "Palestinian-Egyptian body under international supervision. " Talks on Trump's peace plan are scheduled for Monday in Egypt.
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.
TikTok provided the Indonesian government with data on traffic and monetization, which led to the lifting of the temporary suspension of its license. Indonesia is TikTok's second-largest market with approximately 150 million users.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called for increased pressure on Russia, particularly on its energy revenues, after the night attack. More than 50 Russian missiles and 500 drones attacked Ukraine, killing at least five people.
Vladimir Putin stated that a possible US decision to supply Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine would lead to the destruction of positive trends in relations with Russia. He emphasized that this concerns the discussion of problems with the supply of new long-range systems.
In Chicago, US border guards shot an armed woman during a clash between protesters and immigration agents. Donald Trump authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to protect federal officers and assets.
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.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that a breakthrough in settling Russia's war against Ukraine could occur in a few months, and the contours of a potential agreement are becoming clearer after Putin's meeting with Trump. He noted that the main obstacle to peace is the fate of the unoccupied part of the Donetsk region.
US President Donald Trump stated that Israel agreed to an initial withdrawal line in the Gaza Strip, which was previously handed over to Hamas. Trump published a map showing Israel's approximate lines of control before the offensive on Gaza City.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Hamas has only a few days to negotiate on the hostages, after which the group will be disarmed. He emphasized that Hamas's change of position occurred solely due to military and diplomatic pressure.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy extended sanctions against Russian businessmen and introduced new restrictions on Russia's military industry and oil sector. He emphasized that this is part of a comprehensive policy of pressure on Russia.
The G7+ group held an urgent meeting due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Over 100 representatives from countries and international organizations discussed the consequences of the strikes and the immediate needs for recovery.
The administration of US President Donald Trump plans to cut the number of refugees admitted to 7,500 next year. This is significantly less than the 125,000 limit set by the Biden administration.
The US government is implementing a program that allows unaccompanied minor migrants to receive $2,500 for voluntarily returning to their home country after approval by an immigration judge. Human rights advocates warn of potential pressure on minors to waive legal protections.
The European Parliament is considering accelerating the phasing out of Russian oil and gas imports. This involves stopping oil imports from 2026 and gas from 2027, according to amendments to the RePowerEU regulation.
Stanford University returned to the top spot in the 2026 Best US Colleges ranking, which assesses the financial success of graduates. Babson College held onto second place, while Yale, Princeton, and Harvard Universities took 3rd-5th places, respectively.
In the third quarter, Cadillac achieved a historic record, selling almost 40% of new electric vehicles in the US, which is 154% more than last year. This was made possible by a federal incentive of $7,500, which has already expired.
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."
EU Special Representative for Sanctions David O'Sullivan stated that Europe is on the verge of a potential major conflict and does not have the resources to resolve it. Threats are escalating due to the war in Ukraine and drone flights over EU countries.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed surprise at US President Donald Trump's statement about Hamas' readiness for peace and his call for Israel to stop bombing the Gaza Strip. The Israeli negotiating team, however, considered Hamas' response to be positive for a deal.
Donald Trump announced a large-scale celebration of the 250th anniversary of US naval power on October 5 in Norfolk. The "Salute to the Fleet" event will be the largest in the history of the American navy.
The US Senate failed for the fourth time to pass spending proposals needed to reopen the federal government, extending the shutdown into next week. Two separate spending proposals failed to garner the necessary 60 votes.
The Hamas group has agreed to US President Donald Trump's plan to end military actions in the Gaza Strip. They will release prisoners and transfer control of the enclave to the Palestinian government.
