- Nov 5
Russia's central bank sells gold for a second straight quarter to fund its war deficit
Russia sold more gold than any other central bank in the third quarter of 2026, drawing on reserves to help cover a war-driven budget deficit. China was the biggest buyer, adding 63.14 tonnes to its reserves.
- Oct 19
Rubio denies US paused Ukraine intelligence sharing and urges Zelensky to focus on ending war
Marco Rubio said on Monday, 19 October, that Washington had not halted intelligence sharing with Kyiv, contradicting Volodymyr Zelensky's claim that the flow was blocked for three days during Russian ballistic missile attacks.
- Oct 17
Rui Jorge rejects senior job, criticises FPF president Pedro Proença over his exit
Azerbaijan's under-20 coach Rui Jorge told Lusa he has no wish to take a senior job and says his first experience abroad is going well. He also criticised Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proença over how his departure from the under-21 role was handled.
- Sep 30
Russia caps cash ruble exports to seven post-Soviet states at 1 million rubles
A decree signed by Vladimir Putin cuts the cash limit for individuals traveling to Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and four other countries from $100,000 to approximately $11,900, while banning corporate cash exports entirely.
- Sep 28
Rhineland-Palatinate businesses urge faster visa and qualification processes for foreign workers
The LVU business association in Rhineland-Palatinate has called for streamlined bureaucracy and swifter visa recognition as craft chambers report rising international participation.
