Russian official hints at Moscow role in Europe drone incidents

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's former President and Prime Minister and current Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, has commented on a series of recent drone incidents across several European countries.

Georgia opposition leaders charged after violent protests

The EU condemned the local elections in Georgia, held amid a climate of opposition repression and pressure on civil society, while tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Tbilisi to protest against the authoritarian drift of the ruling party, "Georgian Dream."

Moscow airspace closes as Ukrainian drone strikes hit Russian regions and Crimea

On the night of 5–6 October, Ukrainian forces struck multiple targets in Russia and in Russian-annexed Crimea. Russian authorities announced the temporary closure of airspace over several cities.

Merz: Russia behind unarmed reconnaissance drones in Europe

Air traffic at Oslo's main international airport was temporarily suspended Monday morning, after a Norwegian Air pilot reported seeing multiple drones near the airfield, the Reuters news agency reports.

Black Sea floods kill five in Bulgaria; Balkans hit by early snow

The death toll from catastrophic floods on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast has risen to at least five, with hundreds of residents evacuated from the path of surging waters.

New START: Putin seeks extension of nuclear pact

Donald Trump called Russian leader Vladimir Putin's proposal to extend the New START Treaty—the last major nuclear arms control pact—a "good idea." The treaty expires in February 2026.

Protests in Georgia: thousands of people took to the streets, police used tear gas

Violent protests erupted in Georgia following the elections, in which citizens voted for mayors and local council members on Saturday. A total of twelve political parties participated in the elections. However, the largest opposition groups, including the party of former President Mikheil Saakashvili, chose to boycott the vote, according to local media reports. As a result, the opposition organized large demonstrations, bringing thousands of people into the streets. In Tbilisi, these protests escalated into violent clashes with law enforcement, who responded with water cannons and tear gas.

Munich Airport drones: Investigators eye Russia's 'ghost fleet'

German investigators are examining whether unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) spotted in the north of the country were launched from a vessel in Russia's so-called "ghost fleet," used to circumvent Western sanctions.

Trump targets 'deadwood' agencies in US budget standoff

The US government entered its third day of a shutdown as the Trump administration warned of impending layoffs and the dismantling of federal agencies.

EU vows new sanctions to halt Russia’s war machine

Europe has stood united against Russia and remains firm in its support for Ukraine. That was the clear message from the leaders of 47 countries at the Copenhagen summit.

Tomahawk missile transfer to Ukraine questioned over US stockpile concerns

The Trump administration is currently unwilling to approve the sale of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, as existing stocks are reserved for the US Navy and other strategic needs. However, according to a US official cited anonymously by Reuters, other types of long-range missiles could be provided.

3,000 affected as drone reports close Munich Airport runways

Munich Airport was temporarily closed overnight into 3 October after multiple witnesses reported sightings of drones near, and then directly over, the runways.