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Politics · IndiaXi Jinping expected in India for BRICS summit amid strained business ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping is anticipated to visit New Delhi this week for the BRICS summit, his first trip to India in seven years. While diplomatic ties are showing signs of improvement, analysts suggest business relations remain strained due to suspicion and regulatory challenges.
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Politics · European UnionRussia orders closure of German consulate in St. Petersburg
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced the closure of Germany's consulate in St. Petersburg, with operations to cease by September 18. This action follows Germany's recent decision to close Russian diplomatic facilities in Bonn and Berlin, which Russia labelled an "unfriendly" move.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineBurnham and Trump agree to continue Ukraine ceasefire talks
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and US President Donald Trump have agreed on the need to continue working towards a ceasefire in Ukraine. The leaders spoke by phone on Monday, with Downing Street stating the UK's support for Ukraine and recent US-led peace negotiations was reiterated.
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Politics · United StatesUS diplomat recalls Canadian solidarity after 9/11 attacks
American diplomat Baxter Hunt recalled finding a mountain of flowers outside the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa the morning after the 9/11 attacks. He described the significant Canadian support and solidarity shown to the United States in the days following the tragedy.
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Politics · UkraineRussia open to trilateral meeting with US and China
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has stated that a trilateral meeting between the presidents of Russia, the United States, and China is not out of the question. He indicated that the agenda and expected outcomes would need clarification before any preparations could begin.
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UK Foreign Secretary's Gaza Claims Spark US-Israel Row
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband claimed medicines were being blocked from Gaza, leading to child deaths. Israel's Foreign Ministry denied this, stating ample supplies entered. US Ambassador Mike Huckabee accused the UK government of anti-Semitism in response.
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US Envoys Meet Putin Amid Ukraine Ceasefire Talks
US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The talks occurred as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a potential ceasefire, while Russian missiles struck airports near Kyiv.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia tells US to consider Ukraine battlefield realities
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that the US administration should consider the realities on the ground in any settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the situation is changing to the detriment of Kyiv. This comes as US special envoys are expected to visit Russia and Ukraine.
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US, UK, France, Germany draft resolution to refer Iran to UN Security Council
The United States, Britain, France, and Germany have drafted a resolution to refer Iran to the UN Security Council. The move follows Iran's non-compliance with nuclear non-proliferation obligations, with the IAEA board having previously found Iran in breach.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky expects US envoys for talks in Kyiv and Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that US negotiators are expected to visit both Kyiv and Moscow soon. Preliminary dates have been set for these meetings, which Zelensky described as very important for resolving the ongoing conflict.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomUK Summons Russian Diplomat Over Leipzig Drone Incident
The United Kingdom summoned a senior Russian diplomat to condemn a drone incident at Leipzig airport in Germany. London expressed solidarity with Berlin, which has blamed Russia for the attack, a stance rejected by Moscow.
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Politics · Latin AmericaPeru breaks diplomatic ties with Iran over nuclear and shipping concerns
Peru announced on 1 September 2026 that it was severing diplomatic relations with Iran. The government cited Iran's obstruction of nuclear inspections and its restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as key reasons for the decision. Consular relations will continue.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionPutin Accuses Germany of Fabricating Evidence in Drone Incident
Germany accused Russia of a drone attack at Leipzig airport on August 4-5. Russian President Vladimir Putin denied involvement, suggesting Germany fabricated evidence to address domestic political issues. Germany closed Russia's consulate and cultural center in Bonn and summoned its ambassador.
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Putin says Russia open to Ukraine peace talks
Vladimir Putin has stated Russia is open to concrete negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. He also denied claims of a Russian mobilization and called German accusations about a drone attack on Leipzig airport absurd.
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Politics · Asia-PacificErdogan seeks deeper SCO ties at Bishkek summit
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek, stating Turkey aims to deepen cooperation. He described the SCO as a 'rising star' and discussed its role in peace, transport, and energy security. Erdogan also held bilateral meetings with other leaders.
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Politics · United KingdomRussian Ambassador to UK Andrei Kelin Ends Tenure
Russia's Foreign Ministry confirmed Andrei Kelin has ended his term as ambassador to the UK. The ministry stated his departure was planned and denied speculation about a downgrade in relations, promising a replacement would be named in due course.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent met Russian counterpart Siluanov at G20
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov at a G20 summit in North Carolina. They discussed Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Ukraine. Siluanov's attendance prompted objections from European governments, and he did not appear in a group photo.
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Politics · Middle EastModi receives Uzbekistan's highest honour, elevates ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Uzbekistan's highest state honour, the Order of 'Oliy Darajali Dustlik', from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The two nations also elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and agreed on new areas of cooperation.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineTurkey Summons Ukraine Ambassador After Black Sea Ship Attacks
Turkey summoned Ukraine's Ambassador Nariman Dzhelialov after two Turkish-operated commercial vessels were attacked in the Black Sea. The first vessel was targeted on August 26, and a second ship sent to tow it was attacked the following day.
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Israel considers expelling British officials from Gaza coordination centre
Israel is considering expelling British officials from a US-led coordination centre for post-war Gaza, with reports suggesting other European nations could also be affected. This follows the expulsion of Dutch representatives over alleged anti-Israel measures.
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