Hungary will not give up Russian oil, citing a lack of infrastructure for alternative supplies. Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó called Western European officials "fanatics" who criticize Budapest's position.
Donald Trump signed an executive order designating "Antifa" as a "domestic terrorist organization," blaming it for "radical left-wing political violence. " Experts question the president's authority, as there are no legal mechanisms in the US to recognize domestic groups as terrorist.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced at the UN General Assembly that France officially recognizes the state of Palestine. This decision was made to preserve the possibility of resolving the conflict based on the two-state solution.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that the intrusion of Russian military aircraft into Estonian airspace brings the Baltic states closer to armed conflict. This is the fourth violation of Estonian airspace by Russia this year.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that security guarantees for Ukraine, discussed by the "Coalition of the Willing," would require European countries to fight Russia in the event of future aggression. These guarantees would become effective after an agreement between Ukraine and Russia, with Russia having no veto power over their format.
Federal law enforcement officers in Chicago used tear gas and pepper balls to disperse about 100 protesters near the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building. Demonstrators tried to block the entry and exit of government SUVs and chanted the name of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, who was fatally shot by an immigration officer.
The band Massive Attack removed their tracks from Spotify, protesting Daniel Ek's investment in Helsing, a company developing military AI technologies. This happened simultaneously with joining the 'No Music for Genocide' campaign.
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated that the country is not equipped to repel a potential military attack due to decades of underinvestment in defense. Italy plans to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, but the creation of an autonomous air defense system is not possible before 2031.
Donald Trump said that EU and NATO countries should immediately stop buying Russian oil, as it is "unfair" to the United States. He also claims that the US has spent $350 billion on the Russian-Ukrainian war, and that he has stopped seven wars.
Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will have to make a deal to end the Russian invasion. He also noted that Europe must stop buying oil from Russia.
Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, accusing the publication of spreading "false and defamatory content. " The lawsuit is related to articles about Trump's alleged involvement in the "Epstein affair" and the newspaper's support for Kamala Harris.
The European Union reminded Trump that it has been gradually phasing out Russian fossil fuels since the beginning of the war, with a clear roadmap. The 19th package of sanctions against Russia is in the final stages of preparation, Brussels said.
This summer, severe weather conditions in Europe caused short-term economic losses of at least €43 billion. By 2029, these losses are expected to increase to €126 billion.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski announced 100% success of Polish air defense during the Russian drone attack on September 10. Out of 19 UAVs, three or four were shot down, but the drones did not reach their targets and did not cause significant damage.
Elon Musk addressed participants at a rally in London, organized by a far-right activist, calling for a change in the British government. He also spoke out against the "woke virus" and criticized British politics.
Sushila Karki was sworn in as interim Prime Minister of Nepal on September 12 after the government resigned and parliament was dissolved. Her appointment was a response to mass youth protests against corruption and social media bans, which led to the deaths of 21 people.
Prince Harry made a surprise visit to the capital of Ukraine.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, expressed concern about potential suicides using ChatGPT. The company is considering informing authorities about users' suicidal intentions, especially among young people.
The Football Association (FA) has brought 74 charges against "Chelsea" regarding alleged violations in working with agents between 2009 and 2022. The current owners of the club are cooperating with regulators and emphasize transparency.
The US clarified that no suspects have been arrested in the murder of Charlie Kirk, and the investigation is ongoing. Earlier reports indicated the arrest of a person involved in the murder of Trump's associate.
NASA's Perseverance rover has found rocks in a dry riverbed on the Red Planet that may contain signs of ancient microscopic life. The rover's instruments detected carbon-based compounds and surface stains, which are often associated with microbial life on Earth.
A former WhatsApp cybersecurity executive has filed a lawsuit against Meta, alleging that 1,500 engineers had unrestricted access to user data. This could violate a 2020 US government order.
Jonas Gahr Støre's Labour Party won the parliamentary elections in Norway, securing 89 seats. Prime Minister Støre is likely to remain in office despite criticism.
The Helios Building, part of the former BBC Television Centre in London, which has been converted into apartments and a restaurant, caught fire. The blaze engulfed the upper floors, and one person received medical attention.
The first foreign trip of newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki to Washington caused tension in the country. His meeting with Donald Trump exacerbated contradictions with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his pro-European government.
UK consumer spending on live music in 2024 rose to £6. 68 billion, a 9.5% increase from last year. This growth is largely driven by massive tours by Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, and Charli XCX, which filled stadiums.
Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is not against Ukraine's European integration, but NATO membership is unacceptable. Robert Fico confirmed his position on Ukraine's EU accession provided all criteria are met and expressed opposition to NATO membership.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz predicts a protracted war in Ukraine. He doubts Putin's readiness for peace talks and a bilateral meeting with Zelenskyy.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting China for the first time in seven years, meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin. This visit is a signal to the US amid deteriorating relations over tariffs.
The threat of the Atlantic Current stopping is no longer unlikely, requiring a sharp reduction in fossil fuel emissions. The collapse could occur 50-100 years after reaching a "point of no return" in the coming decades.
