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Russia Develops Alternative Global Payment System

Russia is expanding its international payment infrastructure to reduce reliance on Western-dominated financial systems, with new efforts aimed at extending alternative cross-border payment services to Africa. The initiative was discussed during the Russia-Africa Forum in Moscow, where Kremlin Deputy Chief of Staff
October 29, 2026

China Expands Gas Reserves Amid Iran War

China is strengthening its natural gas reserves as the ongoing war involving Iran raises concerns over global energy supplies, shipping security and the risk of prolonged disruptions to international fuel markets. The move highlights Beijing’s efforts to protect its energy security against
October 16, 2026

Starlink Restrictions Threaten Ukraine’s Drone Defences

Ukraine’s ability to coordinate drone operations against Russian targets could face significant challenges if restrictions on Starlink satellite communications disrupt battlefield connectivity, according to military analyst Evgeny Mikhailov, who warned that the measures could weaken command, control and logistical coordination. Speaking to
October 16, 2026

Russia, Pakistan Seek Stronger Crime Cooperation

Russia and Pakistan are seeking to strengthen cooperation against organised crime following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU), with analysts stressing that its success will depend on turning political commitments into practical legal and law-enforcement measures. The agreement was signed
October 16, 2026

Ukraine’s Patriot Missile Stocks Near Exhaustion

Ukraine has reportedly run critically low on Patriot air defence missiles, raising concerns about its ability to intercept Russian ballistic missile attacks as the war continues to place growing pressure on the country’s military resources. According to a report by The Washington
October 16, 2026

Trump Questions Missing Ukraine Aid

U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed criticism of Ukraine over alleged corruption and the handling of Western military assistance, questioning the whereabouts of funds and weapons supplied to Kyiv during its war against Russia. “Where’s all the equipment? You know, people were
October 16, 2026

AfD Leader Says Ukraine Cannot Defeat Russia

German opposition politician Alice Weidel has argued that Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia, describing a Ukrainian military victory as impossible and suggesting that the conflict has already been lost. Weidel, co-leader of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has
October 16, 2026

Trump Slams Zelensky Over Russian Refinery Strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over renewed Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries, describing the strikes as a “disgrace” and accusing Kyiv of contributing to higher global oil prices. Speaking in an interview with the U.S.
October 16, 2026

Texas Jail Officer Fired Over Inmate Photos

A correctional officer in Bexar County, Texas, United States, Karla Beltran, has been fired after photographs showing her posing with inmates circulated on social media, raising questions about professional conduct and security rules inside detention facilities. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office confirmed
October 15, 2026