Politics · Important news for 5 September 2026
Federal judge blocks attempt to abolish birthright citizenship
US President Donald Trump Imposes 100 Percent Tariff on Drones
Trump presses Supreme Court to curb mail voting as ballots begin reaching Americans
Saudi Aramco Widens Oil Discount as Market Share Pressures Mount
Judge blocks Trump’s new USPS rules for mail-in ballots ahead of midterms
Germany's AfD Bids for First State-Level Power in Eastern Vote
Germany's far-right AfD party competes for an outright majority in a regional election in Saxony-Anhalt, marking a potential historic first state-level power win since World War Two, with published polling indicating significant anticipated electoral gains.
- The AfD is bidding for an outright majority in Saxony-Anhalt.
- This marks a potential first state-level power win for the party since World War Two.
- Die Zeit published polling showing far-right gains.
- The party is expected to fall short of an absolute majority.
Slovakia blocks EU proposal to lock in Russia sanctions for 12 months
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