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Serbia moves to fast-track controversial Trump hotel project
$500mn luxury hotel and residential complex to be built on the site of the former Yugoslav defence ministry in central Belgrade, destroyed during the 1999 Nato bombardment.
Serbian police arrest dozens during clashes outside parliament
The confrontation erupted when anti-government protesters faced off with ruling party supporters camping opposite the parliament building.
Iran-US ties impossible, Supreme Leader Khamenei declares
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rules out cooperation with United States unless Washington withdraws regional military presence and support for Israel, speaking ahead of 1979 embassy takeover anniversary.
Moldova’s new government sworn in with goal to sign EU accession treaty by 2028
With a fragile majority in the parliament, the new cabinet has pledged to prioritise EU accession and economic development.
Northern Afghanistan hit by M6.3 tremor
A powerful earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, leaving at least four people dead and scores injured, according to local officials. The numbers are expected to rise significantly.
Kerala becomes India’s first state to declare freedom from extreme poverty
The state's Chief Minister described the moment as the dawn of a new era for Kerala, attributing the achievement to a sustained four-year effort under the Extreme Poverty Alleviation Project.
Interpol rejected Kyrgyzstan journalist arrest request as “political”, says OCCRP
Red Notice system “was created to locate dangerous criminals around the world, but our authorities have chosen to use it to persecute journalists”, says pursued reporter.
Tensions rise in Serbia as protesters clash outside parliament
The confrontation followed a massive anti-government demonstration in Novi Sad on November 1.
Russia launches Khabarovsk nuclear submarine designed to deploy nuclear-capable Poseidon drones
Russia has launched a new strategic nuclear submarine, the Khabarovsk, which is capable of carrying a dozen of the Kremlin’s recently unveiled nuclear-powered Poseidon torpedo—a next-generation weapons system that Putin called "unstoppable."
Pashinyan urges end to ‘Soviet KGB worldview’ in Armenian-Azerbaijani relations
In an animated speech, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan called for a fundamental reset in the way Armenians and Azerbaijanis perceive one another, urging both nations to move beyond Cold War-era "KGB" mentalities are stil at play.
APEC meeting closes in South Korea, WTO dead and buried
This was not a summit. It was a eulogy for the WTO, and APEC just lowered the flag to half-mast.
Turkish state grabs another fintech as company seizures continue at pace
Turkey first seizes companies, then tries the suspects. Some companies are sold before the trial process.
Ukraine’s elite HUR forces turn the tide in the battle for Pokrovsk, as Russia’s effort to capture key logistics hub fails
The battle for Pokrovsk became intense early on November 1and it looked like the fall of the key logistics hub to Russia was imminent. But a bold counterattack by Ukraine’s elite HUR forces seems to have turned the tide.
Albanian deputy prime minister faces corruption investigation
Energy and Infrastructure Minister Belinda Balluku is one of the most senior figures in Prime Minister Edi Rama’s Socialist Party.
US prepares attack on Venezuela as Maduro begs Putin for aid
The Trump administration has reportedly drawn up a list of potential military targets within Venezuela as part of its intensifying pressure on President Nicolás Maduro, who has turned to Moscow seeking urgent military assistance.
Bulgaria suspends fuel exports to EU after US sanctions Lukoil
Bulgaria has temporarily suspended exports of petroleum products to European Union countries after the United States imposed sanctions on Russian oil giant Lukoil.
Tens of thousands rally in Serbia's Novi Sad one year after deadly station collapse
Tragedy that killed 16 people has become a symbol of public anger over corruption and negligence, fueling Serbia’s largest protest movement in more than a decade.
US push to pressure Iran providing fresh incentive for trans-Caspian pipeline
Turkmenistan showing interest in the idea.
US–China soybean sales restart
According to Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, the agreement marks a significant step towards restoring normalcy for American farmers.
Russia faces $50bn annual losses from oil sanctions as Lukoil exits international assets
Russia is expected to lose at least $50bn annually due to oil-related sanctions, as Moscow’s largest private oil producer Lukoil agrees to sell its international assets and Germany considers nationalising operations owned by state-run Rosneft.