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Elecciones en Rusia: Unión Rusia mantiene mayoría

Unión Rusia, partido afiliado a Vladimir Putin, mantuvo mayoría constitucional en la Duma según resultados preliminares de las elecciones de 2024.

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Russland: Wahlen ohne Überraschungen – aber Ergebnisse sind entscheidend

Bei den russischen Parlamentswahlen 2024 behält die Partei United Russia laut vorläufigen Ergebnissen ihre Verfassungsmehrheit im Duma. Der Kreml wird die Ergebnisse nutzen, um die Unterstützung für Präsident Wladimir Putin und den Krieg in der Ukraine zu stärken.

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Russia’s elections 2024: few surprises, big role for Kremlin

Russia’s 2024 parliamentary elections saw United Russia retain a constitutional majority in the Duma, according to preliminary results. The Kremlin is expected to use the outcome to reinforce support for President Vladimir Putin and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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Trump-Xi Talks in New York Address AI, Ukraine, and Global Tensions

US and Chinese officials concluded AI-related talks in New York, with the Trump administration proposing a new notification mechanism for serious artificial intelligence threats, according to Al Jazeera.

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Berlin Elections 2026: Left Party Edges Out CDU

The Left Party won the 2026 Berlin state election, edging out the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with a 20% to 18.8% lead, according to yna.co.kr and Berliner Morgenpost.

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German Chancellor Merz calls state election a ‘disaster’ for his party but vows to stay on

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to remain in office despite exit polls showing significant setbacks for his CDU party in two state elections, according to the BBC.

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Largest Attack on Moscow Sees Ukraine Fire 450 Drones, Mayor Says

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on the Moscow region, hitting a major oil refinery and a residential building, according to the mayor. At least two people were killed and 20 injured, the regional governor said.

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German elections under way which could decide fate of Chancellor Merz

German elections underway in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern could determine the future of Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his CDU party, according to BBC.

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Espacio & Innovación

Dos muertos en ataque con drones ucranianos a Moscú

Un ataque con drones ucranianos en la región de Moscú dejó dos muertos y causó daños generalizados, incluyendo incendios en una refinería de petróleo, según informó Todo Alicante.

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Two killed in ‘massive’ Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow region

A 'massive' Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region killed two people and caused widespread damage, including fires at a major oil refinery and disruptions to transportation and power, according to Todo Alicante.

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Heritage

Ukraine War Destroys Cultural Treasures; 148 Sites Hit

In August 2024, Ukraine reported 148 damaged or destroyed cultural heritage sites, including six Unesco-protected locations in Odesa, according to the Ministry of Culture.

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Ciberseguridad

Rusia reporta cibernataques ‘potentes’ durante elecciones

La Comisión Central Electoral de Rusia informó de 'potentes' y constantes cibernataques en su sistema de voto electrónico durante el segundo día de las elecciones al Duma, según Ella Pamfilova.

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Cybersicherheit

Russland meldet starke Cyberangriffe während Wahlen

Die Zentrale Wahlkommission (CEC) meldete starke und kontinuierliche Cyberangriffe auf das elektronische Stimmabgabesystem während des zweiten Tages der Wahlen zum Staatstag.

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Conflicts & Security

NATO Welcomes Greenland Deal as Trump Claims ‘Permanent Security Control’

The US and Denmark have announced a deal on Greenland's security, resolving a diplomatic dispute sparked by President Donald Trump's threats to seize it by force. NATO said the agreement would help stabilise the region.

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Cybersecurity

Russia Reports Powerful Cyberattacks During Duma Election

Russia's Central Election Commission reported 'powerful' and continuous cyberattacks on its electronic voting system during the second day of the State Duma election, according to Ella Pamfilova.

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Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting energy sector

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping sanctions bill aimed at Russia's energy sector, authorizing tariffs of up to 100% on top purchasers of Russian oil and gas, including China and India.

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Europe

Macron Warns of Escalating Russian Hybrid Attacks Against Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the threat of hybrid attacks by Russia against Europe and France has intensified, according to BBC.

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Elecciones rusas 2026: ¿Podrán otros partidos desafiar a United Russia?

Las elecciones a la Duma Estatal de Rusia, programadas para 18-20 de septiembre de 2026, presentan un escenario político complejo para el partido gobernante United Russia, según Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP).

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Russland-Wahl: Gelingt United Russia der Sieg?

Bei den russischen Staatsduma-Wahlen vom 18. bis 20. September 2026 steht der regierende United Russia-Partei ein schwieriges politisches Umfeld bevor, so die Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP). Die Partei, die Präsident Wladimir Putin nahesteht, muss trotz wirtschaftlicher Schwierigkeiten und wachsender Unzufriedenheit eine weitere Niederlage verhindern.

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Russia Election 2026: Could Other Parties Challenge United Russia?

As Russia’s State Duma elections approach on 18–20 September 2026, the ruling United Russia party faces a challenging political landscape, according to Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP). The party loyal to President Vladimir Putin must secure another victory despite a faltering economy and growing public discontent.

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Ireland boycotts Eurovision for second year over Israel’s inclusion

Ireland will again boycott the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 over Israel’s participation, according to multiple sources. The country is among five European nations taking a stand against Israel’s inclusion in the music competition.

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Elecciones en Rusia: Pocos sorpresas, pero importantes para el Kremlin

Las elecciones parlamentarias en Rusia probablemente resultarán en un parlamento dominado por United Russia, según un informe de la BBC de Misha Rosenberg.

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