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Russia would not be able to start and wage a full-scale war against Ukraine without China's help - Danish Prime Minister
China warns the EU of the consequences of separate negotiations on electric vehicles
Republican Vance explains why Taiwan is more important to the US than Ukraine
Volkswagen to close at least three plants in Germany for the first time in 87 years
Zelenskyy is convinced that bipartisan support will remain in the US after the election
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Chinese hackers attack phones linked to Harris campaign - Reuters
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US Navy to arm ships with Patriot missiles to counter China
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Beijing has begun building ties with U.S. allies ahead of Trump's possible return - Bloomberg
'China won't like it at all': Beijing concerned about North Korean troops in russia - FT
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China's annual economic growth may fall “well below” 4% - IMF
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China is outraged by US sanctions against its companies that supplied UAVs to russia
Putin’s alternative to dollar fails to excite Brics partners - FT
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EU urged to create intelligence agency to counter external threats - Bloomberg
If China blocks Taiwan, it will be an “act of war,” says island's government - media
Russia would not be able to start and wage a full-scale war against Ukraine without China's help - Danish Prime Minister
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that Russia would not have been able to wage war without China's support. She emphasized that the future of Europe depends on the outcome of this war.
China warns the EU of the consequences of separate negotiations on electric vehicles
China's Ministry of Commerce has warned the EU against holding separate negotiations with electric vehicle manufacturers. China emphasized that such actions could undermine mutual trust and hinder overall negotiations.
Republican Vance explains why Taiwan is more important to the US than Ukraine
The Republican candidate for vice president of the United States has declared that he will prioritize support for Taiwan over Ukraine because of its role in the global economy. Taiwan produces about half of the world's semiconductors.
Volkswagen to close at least three plants in Germany for the first time in 87 years
Volkswagen plans to cut thousands of jobs. The company also intends to cut salaries by 10% due to competition with China and the transition to electric vehicles.
Zelenskyy is convinced that bipartisan support will remain in the US after the election
The President of Ukraine is confident that bipartisan support in the US Congress will continue after the election. Zelenskyy emphasized that policy is determined not only by the leader but also by the Congress itself.
Indian Prime Minister may organize second Peace Summit - Zelenskyy
The President of Ukraine announced the possibility of holding the second Peace Summit in India under the organization of Prime Minister Modi. However, there is a caveat - the country must join the communiqué of the first Summit.
Zelenskyy: neutrality in the war today means support for the Russian side
The President of Ukraine said that countries declaring neutrality in the war are actually supporting Russia. Zelenskyy criticized the position of the BRICS summit participants and the UN Secretary General on “neutrality.
Chinese hackers collected audio from calls of Trump campaign adviser
Chinese-linked hackers intercepted audio recordings and messages from Donald Trump's campaign adviser. The attack also affected Verizon phone systems and the Kamala Harris campaign.
Shanghai police have stepped up security during Halloween celebrations
Shanghai authorities have increased police patrols to prevent mass Halloween celebrations in the city center. This decision was made after last year's protests, when people in costumes criticized the economy and COVID policy.
G7 is preparing new measures against Russia's shadow fleet and compliance with the oil price ceiling: what is known about the circumvention of sanctions
Russia is using old unmarked tankers to illegally transport oil around restrictions, and some countries are violating the price ceiling agreement.
China is preparing a response to the US arms sale to Taiwan worth 2 billion dollars
The US approves a $2 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including an air defense system. China threatens to take countermeasures to protect its sovereignty, although specific details are not disclosed.
Chinese hackers attack phones linked to Harris campaign - Reuters
Hackers from China who hacked Verizon attacked the phones of people from Kamala Harris' campaign. The phones of Donald Trump and his associate Jay DeVance could also have been affected.
US to supply Taiwan with $2 billion worth of weapons tested in Ukraine
The Pentagon has approved the sale of NASAMS air defense systems and radar systems to Taiwan. The delivery includes advanced AMRAAM surface-to-air missiles successfully tested in Ukraine.
FATF refuses to blacklist Russia at Ukraine's request
FATF did not include russia in the list of money-laundering countries despite Ukraine's demands. China, India, Saudi Arabia and South Africa opposed this decision, extending only the suspension of russia's membership in the organization.
US Navy to arm ships with Patriot missiles to counter China
The United States plans to install Patriot PAC-3 MSE interceptor missiles on warships. This decision was made in response to the potential threat of China's use of hypersonic weapons in the Pacific Ocean.
Chinese hackers attacked Trump and Vance's phones
Chinese hackers attempted to access the phone data of Donald Trump and J. D. Vance through Verizon systems. The attack raised serious concerns about US national security.
Chinese giant SVOLT closes battery production in Europe from 2025
SVOLT Energy Technology stops producing batteries for electric vehicles in Europe and closes its German subsidiaries. The company scales back a €2 billion investment project due to high costs and a trade conflict.
Beijing has begun building ties with U.S. allies ahead of Trump's possible return - Bloomberg
China has launched a diplomatic “charm offensive” against US allies amid a possible Trump victory. Beijing is seeking to improve relations with Japan, India, Britain and Australia over economic concerns.
'China won't like it at all': Beijing concerned about North Korean troops in russia - FT
Beijing is showing signs of discontent with the DPRK's deepening ties with Russia after sending 12,000 North Korean soldiers. China fears destabilization in the region and a return to the Cold War model.
Elon Musk has been in secret talks with Vladimir Putin since 2022 - WSJ
The Wall Street Journal reports on Elon Musk's regular contacts with Putin since 2022. The billionaire discusses business and geopolitics with the Kremlin, including Starlink and Ukraine.
China's annual economic growth may fall “well below” 4% - IMF
The head of the IMF warned of a possible drop in China's annual economic growth below 4%. The main reason is problems in the real estate sector and low consumer confidence.
Tropical storm Trami killed dozens of people in the Philippines
At least 26 people have died as a result of Tropical Storm Trami in the Philippines. The disaster caused widespread flooding on the island of Luzon, leaving 7 million people without electricity.
Putin and Xi Jinping discuss wars in Ukraine and the Middle East at the BRICS summit
At the BRICS summit in Kazan, the leaders discussed the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Xi Jinping called for a political settlement in Ukraine and de-escalation in the Middle East.
Trump's tariffs will hit the EU, with Germany at greatest risk
If Trump wins and imposes 20% import duties, the eurozone's GDP could shrink by 1. 3% by 2028. Germany will suffer the most, with a GDP decline of up to 1.5%.
China is outraged by US sanctions against its companies that supplied UAVs to russia
China's Ministry of Commerce protested against US sanctions against Chinese companies that supply UAVs to russia. China claimed to protect its interests and called the sanctions unlawful.
Putin’s alternative to dollar fails to excite Brics partners - FT
Russia presented the BRICS Bridge project as an alternative to SWIFT at the Kazan summit. China, India, and other BRICS countries show little practical interest amid the risk of secondary U.S. sanctions.
British intelligence: Russia launched a record number of drones in Ukraine in September
In September 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with more than 1,300 drones, according to British intelligence. This month, the number could be higher.
Oil falls on the back of data from the US, but the market is watching the Middle East
Brent and WTI crude oil futures fell by 1. 8-2% due to a larger-than-expected increase in US stockpiles. The market remains tense due to the conflict in the Middle East and expectations of Israel's response to Iran's attack.
EU urged to create intelligence agency to counter external threats - Bloomberg
The former president of Finland proposes that the EU create an intelligence agency to counter external threats. The goal is to collect information about threats outside the EU without duplicating the work of national agencies.
If China blocks Taiwan, it will be an “act of war,” says island's government - media
Taiwan's Defense Minister said that China's blockade of the island would be considered an act of war. The Taiwanese government has released details of a food plan in case of a Chinese blockade, including a monthly inventory of stocks.