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Germany's far-right, pro-Russia party win first key regional election, falls short of forming majority
The AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt represents the first far-right state government in Germany since World War II.
Sunday, September 6
Russia strikes Ukraine-Romania border crossing for 2nd time in week
The Orlivka–Isaccea crossing links Ukraine’s Odesa Oblast with NATO and EU member Romania across the Danube River, which has become Kyiv's primary grain export route amid Russian attacks.
'The war will continue' — US peace push fails to achieve deal after Witkoff, Kushner's first visit to Kyiv
The latest peace talks in Kyiv and Moscow did not appear to yield a diplomatic breakthrough. "We expect the war will continue," Zelensky said, adding that Ukraine is counting on U.S. energy and air defense support this winter.
Ukraine war latest: US envoys make first visit to Kyiv, protecting city from Russian missiles but producing few results
Key developments on Sept. 5-6: * 'The war will continue' — US peace push fails to achieve deal after Witkoff, Kushner's first visit to Kyiv * US envoys Witkoff, Kushner conclude over 3-hour talks with Putin on ending Russia's war * Russia, Ukraine agree to halt aerial strikes on each other's capitals during US envoys' visits * Russia 'deliberately' targeted Kyiv, Boryspil airports ahead of US envoys' visit, Zelensky says * Ukrainian drones strike Russia's Ryazan oil refinery, Rostov air de
Trump's first call after peace talks briefing will be Putin, source says
Trump will consult with his envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, before calling Putin and then speaking with President Volodymyr Zelensky, a U.S. official told the Kyiv Independent. The calls will likely take place on Sept. 7.
Russia's Lavrov claims start of 'real war' with Germany after Moscow accused of Leipzig Airport attack
Russia's foreign minister claimed Germany has started "a real war" after his country was accused of launching explosive-laden drones at Leipzig Airport.
About Steel production
Ukraine was the world's 13th-largest steel producer before Russia's full-scale invasion, with an annual output of approximately 21 million tons. The sector previously employed 280,000 workers and generated 12% of Ukraine's GDP. Russian attacks on metallurgical facilities have reduced steel production by over 70% since February 2022. Major plants, such as Azovstal in Mariupol, remain under Russian occupation. Others have ceased operations due to energy shortages and damaged infrastructure.
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The U.S. Army is backing away from a specialized experimental drone warfare unit less than a year after it was created, as U.S. lawmakers raise concern over the loss of battlefield expertise stemming from Ukraine’s drone innovation.
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