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The images that shocked Ukrainians: A Russian drone hunts down a vendor in a market in Kherson (Video). Zelensky accuses Moscow of practicing "safari" with drones

The images that shocked Ukrainians: A Russian drone hunts down a vendor in a market in Kherson (Video). Zelensky accuses Moscow of practicing "safari" with drones

A Russian drone was filmed tracking a civilian on a street in Kherson, then exploded nearby, injuring the man. Ukrainian officials have condemned the attack, calling it a deliberate hunt…

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The nuclear power plant in Hungary was on the verge of being shut down again. The closure was narrowly avoided.

The nuclear power plant in Hungary was on the verge of being shut down again. The closure was narrowly avoided.

The Paks nuclear power plant in Hungary faced the risk of being completely shut down again last night. However, the water level of the Danube in the plant’s area subsequently…

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Iran: We were set to strike three targets in Ukraine

Iran: We were set to strike three targets in Ukraine

The Iranian army had prepared to strike three targets in Ukraine following an attack on an Iranian commercial ship in the Caspian Sea, said Mohsen Rezaei, a senior advisor to…

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Ceuta migrant chaos: Hundreds set up camp on beach as Spain ‘blames Morocco for border surge’

Ceuta migrant chaos: Hundreds set up camp on beach as Spain ‘blames Morocco for border surge’

Hundreds of migrants have set up an improvised camp on a beach in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, while local authorities are trying to manage the consequences of the massive…

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Who is the Russian general Alexander Cheiko, the target of the attack in a restaurant in Moscow. The list of his criminal actions in Ukraine

Who is the Russian general Alexander Cheiko, the target of the attack in a restaurant in Moscow. The list of his criminal actions in Ukraine

The explosion on Saturday at a restaurant in central Moscow likely targeted Russian General Alexander Cheiko, who has coordinated military operations in Syria and Ukraine. He escaped unharmed, but Russian…

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How Australia combines technology and ancient knowledge to fight wildfires. What are "cool burns" that prevent disasters?

How Australia combines technology and ancient knowledge to fight wildfires. What are "cool burns" that prevent disasters?

Europe is facing some of the worst wildfires in decades, and experts say the solutions do not just involve more planes and helicopters. On the other side of the world,…

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Mediterranean operation: Italian forces board tanker from Russia's shadow fleet (Photos)

Mediterranean operation: Italian forces board tanker from Russia's shadow fleet (Photos)

An Italian military ship involved in the European Union’s Irini naval mission intercepted on Sunday, in the Mediterranean Sea, a tanker included on the European sanctions list and considered part…

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Trump's "final act": How he plans to control the Republican Party even after the fall elections

Trump's "final act": How he plans to control the Republican Party even after the fall elections

American President Donald Trump doesn’t seem concerned about the possibility of Republicans losing control of the House of Representatives or even the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections this fall.…

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Moment two firefighting helicopters collide while battling wildfire in Greece. Two killed (Video)

Moment two firefighting helicopters collide while battling wildfire in Greece. Two killed (Video)

Two helicopters participating in extinguishing a vegetation fire in Greece collided in mid-air during an intervention mission on Sunday. Two people aboard one of the aircraft died. They were a…

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Europe is drying up: The Danube has receded so far it has revealed a woolly mammoth and wartime shipwrecks

Europe is drying up: The Danube has receded so far it has revealed a woolly mammoth and wartime shipwrecks

The heatwave and drought affecting Central and Eastern Europe are causing increasing problems for transportation, energy production, and tourism. The levels of the Danube and the Rhine have dropped to…

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Danube nears new historic low. Romanian Waters warns of two critical weeks, urges responsible use of water and energy

Danube nears new historic low. Romanian Waters warns of two critical weeks, urges responsible use of water and energy

Romania is facing one of the most severe hydrological droughts in recent decades, and the flow of the Danube River could drop in the coming days to the lowest level…

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At least three killed, 15 injured in Moscow restaurant explosion (Video)

At least three killed, 15 injured in Moscow restaurant explosion (Video)

At least three people have died, and another 15 were injured on Saturday evening following an explosion at a luxury restaurant in Moscow. Russian authorities have announced that, for now,…

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Rosatom ship sinks in Black Sea after Ukrainian drone attack. Moscow accuses Kyiv of "piracy" (Video)

Rosatom ship sinks in Black Sea after Ukrainian drone attack. Moscow accuses Kyiv of "piracy" (Video)

A ship full of containers, operated by the Russian company FESCO and under the control of the state nuclear agency Rosatom, sank in the Black Sea after being hit by…

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Russia launched a record number of missiles at Ukraine in July, more than doubling June's total

Russia launched a record number of missiles at Ukraine in July, more than doubling June's total

Russia launched a record number of missiles at Ukraine in July, according to an analysis by AFP based on daily reports from the Ukrainian Air Force. At the same time,…

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US warns citizens in the Middle East to be ready to leave: "The Iranian regime is unpredictable"

US warns citizens in the Middle East to be ready to leave: "The Iranian regime is unpredictable"

The United States embassies in several countries in the Middle East have advised American citizens to consider leaving the region or be prepared to depart in case of a new…

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Fallen tree knocks out Sinaia cable transport. More than 150 people stranded at Cota 1400 and Cota 2000 (Video)

Fallen tree knocks out Sinaia cable transport. More than 150 people stranded at Cota 1400 and Cota 2000 (Video)

A general power outage occurred on Saturday afternoon between Cota 1000 and Cota 2000, leading to the shutdown of cable transport facilities in Sinaia. Tourists on the route were safely…

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Kyiv Hit by Second Massive Russian Attack in 48 Hours: Buildings Collapse, Nine Killed (Video)

Kyiv Hit by Second Massive Russian Attack in 48 Hours: Buildings Collapse, Nine Killed (Video)

Russia launched a new massive ballistic missile attack on Kiev Friday night, causing the death of at least nine people and injuring another 23, according to Ukrainian authorities. Among the…

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F-35 Fighter Jet Crashes at San Diego’s Legendary “Top Gun” Base (Video)

F-35 Fighter Jet Crashes at San Diego’s Legendary “Top Gun” Base (Video)

An invisible F-35 fighter jet belonging to the US Marine Corps crashed on Friday near the Miramar Air Base in San Diego, California, known from the movie „Top Gun.” The…

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Trump announces deal for Hamas' complete disarmament. Group has yet to confirm

Trump announces deal for Hamas' complete disarmament. Group has yet to confirm

President Donald Trump claims that an agreement has been reached for the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other armed groups in the Gaza Strip, a step he describes as…

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<span style="color:#990000;">Day 1619</span> Wildberries warehouses hit again. Kerch Bridge closed after explosions. US drone factory destroyed in Kyiv. Trump reverses course on Patriot licence

Day 1619 Wildberries warehouses hit again. Kerch Bridge closed after explosions. US drone factory destroyed in Kyiv. Trump reverses course on Patriot licence

On the 1619th day of the war, Ukraine continues to target infrastructure behind the front lines, and in the past hours has expanded the series of attacks on the Wildberries…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
What’s wrong with Spain’s high-speed rail network? Fatal crashes expose problems overlooked for years
What’s wrong with Spain’s high-speed rail network? Fatal crashes expose problems overlooked for years
NYT: Trump was alerted to alleged Chinese spy’s contact with Nvidia CEO but took no action
NYT: Trump was alerted to alleged Chinese spy’s contact with Nvidia CEO but took no action
Reuters: Serbia’s election-winning student movement pledges anti-corruption reforms but has no plans to sanction Russia
Reuters: Serbia’s election-winning student movement pledges anti-corruption reforms but has no plans to sanction Russia
Israel is holding its most important election in years. Here’s what’s at stake
Israel is holding its most important election in years. Here’s what’s at stake
Putin’s trap: How Russia plans to use Ukraine peace talks to weaken NATO – and what it could mean for Romania
Putin’s trap: How Russia plans to use Ukraine peace talks to weaken NATO – and what it could mean for Romania
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
Gabriela Pleș
Sorin Grindeanu, la scurt timp după votarea guvernului, s-a grăbit să anunțe public pentru a recepționa și judecătoarea Lia Savonea că vrea să plătească un miliard de euro de la buget pentru magistrați
Sorin Grindeanu prepares 1 billion euros for Lia Savonea, even though European judges say the payment can be postponed and staggered
Emilian Isailă
BUSINESS
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
POLITICS
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Dominic Fritz își va pierde poziția de primar al Timișoarei dacă noua lege ANI va fi promulgată de președintele Nicușor Dan
Fritz seeks governing majority without PSD or AUR in 2028, but sets conditions for working with PNL: “Our doors are open”
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Irina Olteanu
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