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In this episode
- Russia steps up attacks on Kyiv as Germany’s chancellor visits
- Flydubai flight lands safely after co-pilot attacks captain
- Bosnia and Herzegovina holds elections amid deep political divisions
- Top two seeds lose at the China Open
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- RechercheThe immediate significance is twofold: the attacks are disrupting daily movement in Ukraine’s capital, while Merz’s visit signals continued German political and security support for Kyiv.
- France 24Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities
- Deutsche WelleGermany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to pledge more support
- RechercheBBC World Service described the broader development as the impact of intensifying Russian drone strikes on Ukraine, showing that the attacks are being treated as a continuing national-level story, not only a single incident in Kyiv.
- France 24Who are the mystery pilots who successfully landed endangered Flydubai flight 1073?
- Deutsche WelleFlydubai co-pilot attempted 'terrorist attack,' UAE says
- RechercheSaudi authorities arrested the co-pilot and later transferred him to the United Arab Emirates, which is leading the investigation. Investigators are examining the incident’s motive, possible connections, and technical and digital evidence.
- RechercheThe aircraft was carrying 182 people, most of them Israeli passengers. It made an emergency landing in Tabuk, in northwestern Saudi Arabia, after a severe descent.
- RechercheThe two additional pilots who helped stabilize the aircraft were travelling crew members scheduled to operate the return flight from Tel Aviv to Dubai. This practice is known as “deadheading.”
- RechercheFlight-tracking data reviewed by The Associated Press showed the aircraft falling from about 34,000 feet to roughly 16,600 feet in less than a minute, before later landing safely in Tabuk.
- RechercheThe co-pilot has been identified by people familiar with the case as an Omani national. Those reports are separate from the UAE’s official description of the attack, and the investigation is not complete.
- RechercheAirlines generally carry a crash axe in the cockpit as an emergency tool, for example to break through a window or reach a fire. In this case, investigators are examining how it was used against the captain.
- Deutsche WelleBosnia-Herzegovina votes amid divisive campaigns, EU bid
- RechercheOn October 4, 2026, voters in Bosnia and Herzegovina are choosing representatives in parliamentary, presidential and local elections. The vote is taking place amid a divisive campaign shaped by economic difficulties and ethnic rivalry.
- RechercheThe Dayton Peace Agreement, signed in Paris on December 14, 1995, ended the war and established the country’s constitutional and political framework.
- RechercheThe Dayton system created a three-member Presidency, with one Bosniak, one Croat and one Serb member, as well as a two-chamber Parliament.
- RechercheBosnia and Herzegovina’s European Union path is also part of the political context: the European Council decided in March 2024 to open accession negotiations, but progress depends on stronger institutions and political cooperation.
- RechercheSabalenka missed five break-point chances in the first set. She also threw her racket after falling behind in the second set before losing on the first match point.
- BBC NewsSabalenka stunned by Bartunkova at China Open
- Sky NewsSabalenka follows Rybakina out of China Open after shock defeat
- RechercheRybakina took the world number one ranking from Sabalenka during the 2026 US Open, becoming the 30th woman in WTA history to reach the top spot.
- RechercheRybakina then beat Sabalenka in the 2026 US Open final, 6-4, 5-7, 6-2, after also defeating her in the 2026 Australian Open final.