Sep 26, 2026, 02:00 AM UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to cease attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, asserting that the strikes contribute to global fuel shortages. The demand follows Moscow discussions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and American envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff.

Despite the ongoing diplomatic outreach, the Russian Foreign Ministry indicated that conditions for strategic stability dialogue remain absent, citing U.S. missile deployments across Europe.

Concurrently, former diplomat Donald Jensen and analyst Fareed Zakaria criticized the American administration's approach. They cautioned that U.S. representatives misunderstand Moscow's negotiation methods and warned against viewing Russia as a conventional business partner.

Sources: Hospodářské noviny, iROZHLAS, Respect, Seznam Zprávy.

European and Asian educational systems are adopting varied approaches to manage artificial intelligence in classrooms. Denmark has introduced mandatory oral defenses for high school written assignments to deter AI-assisted cheating. In contrast, Singapore has developed state-backed digital applications to integrate AI directly into classroom instruction and support teachers.

In Germany, some educators are returning to analog teaching methods to preserve independent critical thinking. At the same time, youth protection experts warn of rising psychological risks, noting that minors could develop stronger emotional ties with AI chatbots than with peers. Additionally, German governmental advisors have criticized major technology firms for relying on automated systems rather than establishing structural safeguards for minors.

Sources: Correctiv, Der Spiegel, Der Standard, FAZ, Tagesschau

US President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with severe tariffs and trade restrictions over proposals to grant Canada associate membership status in the bloc.

Trump called European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's proposal "ridiculous" and warned that any move perceived as hostile toward Washington could trigger economic retaliation. However, he suggested that sanctions might be avoided if the European initiative stems from good intentions.

The proposal follows growing diplomatic alignment between Brussels and Ottawa, highlighted earlier by Finnish President Alexander Stubb, amidst rising trade frictions between the US and Canada. Despite Washington's threats, European officials have not withdrawn the initiative.

Sources: 444, HVG, Telex.

Recent polling and election dynamics in Berlin highlight contrasting trends among demographic groups. Surveys by Forsa ahead of the state election placed Die Linke at 22 percent, leading the CDU and AfD, which both stood at 18 percent.

Die Linke’s top candidate, Elif Eralp, has focused her campaign on social policy and rising housing costs, drawing significant backing from younger voters. Conversely, voter participation among residents with a migration background remains comparatively low in districts such as Neukölln. Meanwhile, some young voters of Turkish origin are reportedly gravitating toward the AfD due to concerns over public safety, economic stability, and border policies, signaling shifting political alignments across the capital.

Sources: Correctiv, Die Zeit, DW, FAZ, Tagesschau.

Hungarian authorities have retrieved 2.3 billion forints (€5.7 million) from a private equity fund associated with businessman Lőrinc Mészáros. Transport and Investment Minister Dávid Vitézy announced the recovery following an audit into electronic toll system acquisitions completed under former minister János Lázár, which previously cost the state 64.5 billion forints.

Following the financial recovery, state investigators are scrutinising contracts involving IT entrepreneur Gábor Emőri. Emőri oversaw software development and operations for Hungary's electronic toll infrastructure for twelve years. Officials are examining historical agreements to determine whether further public funds can be reclaimed.

Sources: 444, HVG, Telex.