Russian drones hit a passenger bus and train in southern Ukraine on Wednesday, killing five people, Ukrainian officials said. The attack occurred near the frontline city of Nikopol, with seven additional people injured, as Moscow continues strikes on transport links and infrastructure.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Commission president has backed proposals for Canada to become the EU's first "associate member," offering closer ties on key sectors including energy, critical minerals, AI, and defence. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is seeking a "unique alliance" with the EU amid tensions with the US, is attending the speech in Strasbourg.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Denmark accused a Russian warship of firing two emergency flares at a Danish military helicopter during a routine monitoring operation in the Baltic Sea on Monday. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called the action "reckless" and designed to "intimidate and divide," while Russia said it would investigate but accused the Danish helicopter of making "dangerous manoeuvres."
16 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The UK government is discussing joining the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, a global investment bank led by Canada that would allow governments to borrow at lower costs for defence spending, though Treasury officials said no decision has been made yet.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →