Russia's 2026 parliamentary election: what to watch
Russia will hold parliamentary elections from 18 to 20 September 2026, the country's first State Duma vote since Moscow launched its full-scale...
Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit Paris today to discuss European security, regional developments, and bilateral relations, according to media reports referring to sources from the Foreign Ministry.
During talks with France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, Fidan is expected to emphasize Türkiye's critical role in Europe's security and the importance of enhancing coordination in shaping the continent's new security architecture.
It is expected that Fidan will call for the removal of 'artificial barriers' hindering Türkiye’s EU integration and urge the European Union to take clear and meaningful steps toward closer cooperation.
On broader geopolitical matters, Fidan is expected to reaffirm Türkiye’s commitment to facilitating a just and lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of close cooperation among allies in the peace process.
He will also address Türkiye's concerns regarding northern Syria, advocating for greater engagement with Syria’s new administration and call for the complete lifting of sanctions to foster stability in the country.
Additionally, Fidan will urge for international action to halt Israel’s actions that threaten regional security and its alleged crimes against humanity in Gaza.
In addition to focusing on international cooperation, Fidan will discuss bilateral relations between Türkiye and France, aiming to increase trade volume and mutual investments. He will also emphasize the importance of strengthening cooperation in areas such as energy, transportation, technology, culture, and education.
U.S. Central Command said 101 commercial vessels have been redirected in the Strait of Hormuz, while oil prices rose more than three per cent amid fresh regional attacks and supply concerns.
U.S. President Donald Trump has again said Iran is keen to reach a deal quickly, but a senior Iranian security official rejected the claim, saying Tehran will not negotiate until its conditions are met.
A Russian strike on a farm warehouse in Pryluky, north-central Ukraine, has killed at least three people, local police said. Meanwhile, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said an attack on a train near the Polish border was an attempt to intimidate Ukraine's allies.
A Danish military helicopter came within “metres” of being struck by flares fired by a Russian warship, Denmark's Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus said on Tuesday. Russia accused Denmark of carrying out “dangerous manoeuvres” near its ship, and said it was investigating the incident.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is outlining the EU's priorities in her annual State of the Union address, covering security, support for Ukraine, trade with China, migration, climate and artificial intelligence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine was carrying out tests on a new weapon to intercept drones and had recorded a successful hit overnight.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is outlining the EU's priorities in her annual State of the Union address, covering security, support for Ukraine, trade with China, migration, climate and artificial intelligence.
Wednesday's session of the 24th Arab Media Summit in Dubai has shifted the discussion towards a central question for modern media: how can regional news organisations tell their own stories while reaching audiences far beyond their borders?
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Russia will hold parliamentary elections from 18 to 20 September 2026, the country's first State Duma vote since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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