Nov 9, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC

Elections for national minority councils are underway in Serbia, with over 480,000 registered voters selecting representatives for bodies focused on education, culture, and language rights following the Serbian Progressive Party's recent electoral defeat. Candidate Čedomir Čupić noted that the shift ended past political subordination of minority councils.

Concurrently, public debate has intensified over state security operations, with media figures and legal experts criticizing the Security Information Agency over widespread wiretapping allegations. Tensions remain elevated after footage emerged showing outgoing President Aleksandar Vučić warning police, prosecutors, and activists that "everyone will answer." Vučić plans to resign ahead of presidential elections due by December 27 and is considering a prime ministerial bid.

Sources: Dan, Danas, Index, N1, Vijesti

Czech public broadcaster Český rozhlas Plus is releasing a six-part documentary series titled "Epstein's Island" on November 9, examining the mechanisms behind Jeffrey Epstein's long-operating abuse network.

The series investigates how Epstein transformed Little Saint James, a private Caribbean island acquired in April 1998 for under eight million dollars, into an isolated compound used for abusing young women and entertaining influential figures. The reporting focuses on how victims were transported to the island, the enforcement of silence, and the broader system that permitted these activities to continue unhindered for decades. It also examines the role of individuals and institutions whose actions or inaction enabled Epstein's operations to function despite ongoing warning signs.

Sources: Český rozhlas Plus, iROZHLAS.

The China International Import Expo (CIIE) has opened in Shanghai, highlighting efforts to expand global trade access and foster multilateral economic cooperation. Organisers reported strong international turnout, with reports indicating thousands of foreign enterprises representing over 140 countries and regions participating in the event.

According to coverage of the expo, numerous foreign businesses and international organisations have maintained a continuous presence at the trade fair since its launch, using the platform to transition from initial trial exhibits to long-term commercial partnerships. As a national-level exhibition focused exclusively on imports, the CIIE serves as an avenue for overseas companies seeking deeper integration into the Chinese market and broader trade opportunities.

Sources: Danas, Beta.

State energy giant Saudi Aramco reported a net profit of $31 billion for the third quarter of 2026, marking a nine percent increase compared to the same period in the previous year.

According to an analysis reported by WysokieNapiecie, ongoing regional conflict, including shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on energy infrastructure, has significantly restricted physical crude exports. However, the resulting spike in global oil prices has more than offset lower export volumes, boosting the company's overall financial performance beyond pre-conflict levels.

Sources: WysokieNapiecie.

Poland curtailed 126 gigawatt-hours of renewable energy generation in a single month due to structural mismatches between supply and demand, according to analysis by energy think tank Forum Energii. The losses highlight ongoing challenges regarding the national power grid's insufficient flexibility to absorb peak renewable generation.

To mitigate future curtailments, analysts emphasize the necessity of expanding energy storage systems, flexibility aggregation, balancing services, and active management of distributed generation assets. Integrating smart management tools could also enable owners of renewable installations to monetize surplus flexibility by offering balancing capabilities to the grid.

Sources: WysokieNapiecie