World

epa13243145 European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen (L) and European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola (C) welcome the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney (R) at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, 16 September 2026. Carney will hold meeting in Strasbourg to strengthen Canada's ties with the EU in trade, investment, and security. EPA/RONALD WITTEK

the speech

Von der Leyen: "Ultranationalists and Russians want to shatter European unity. Canada will be the first associate member."

From war to artificial intelligence, the President of the European Commission raises the alarm about divisions: "We must urgently rethink our partnerships."

Due caccia F-2000 Eurofighter dell'Aeronautica Militare del quarto Stormo di Grosseto durante il decollo immediato (in gergo militare "scramble"), per intercettare e verificare un velivolo civile che aveva perso il contatto radio con gli enti del traffico aereo, 20 luglio 2024. ANSA/ GIANLUIGI BASILIETTI

international tensions

Italian fighter jets shoot down a drone in Lithuania. Crosetto: "We are essential on NATO's eastern flank."

It was carrying an explosive device, the Italian Defence Minister and the suspicions about Russia

Il ministro dell'Interno Matteo Piantedosi a Napoli alla cerimonia di commemorazione in ricordo del giovane musicista Giovanbattista Cutolo, ucciso per una lite il 31 agosto 2023, Napoli 31 agosto 2026. ANSA/CIRO FUSCO

the decision

Italy extends its Schengen bloc with Spain for another 15 days.

The Ministry of the Interior: "There is still a risk of terrorist infiltration."

epa12582754 A German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon flies during the mission start of the German NATO Air Policing contingent at the 22nd Tactical Airforce Base in Krolewo Malborskie village, northern Poland, 10 December 2025. EPA/Adam Warzawa POLAND OUT

Baltic

Italian fighter jets shoot down a suspicious drone in Lithuania.

NATO sources: "Investigations underway into the suspected Russian origin of the unmanned aircraft."

epa13236155 Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a session in the BRICS Plus/Outreach format of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, 13 September 2026. India is hosting the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit from 12 to 13 September 2026 under the theme 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability.' EPA/ALEXANDER KAZAKOV / SPUTNIK / KREMLIN POOL MANDATORY CREDIT

Baltic

Russian frigate fires two flares and grazes a Danish helicopter

Flares fired just outside NATO. The aircraft narrowly missed. Copenhagen will summon the Russian ambassador.

Iran

"An oil tanker exploded after colliding with a mine in the Strait of Hormuz."

The Pasdaran reported this to the Tehran media, without however providing details.

epa13237288 US President Donald Trump delivers a speech during the trophy presentation of the Irish Open at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg, Ireland, 13 September 2026. Trump is on a two-day visit to Ireland, which includes attending the Irish Open at his golf course in Doonbeg. EPA/NEIL HALL

the conflict

Trump: "Moscow-Kiev energy truce." Zelensky demands guarantees, Putin "reluctant."

The US president has announced that Russia and Ukraine will cease targeting each other's infrastructure. But there are no certainties.

the revelation

"Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev financed Trump Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas."

A figure closely linked to Putin, he allegedly financed the event through a company based in Dubai.

The birthday

Pope Leo turns 71. His brother John says, "Humor is his greatest ally."

For Prevost, a milestone that coincides with a full year of pontificate

The point of view

The Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the future of the European Union: is peace still possible?

Energy remains the fundamental problem today, with all the consequent repercussions on the most disparate productive sectors.

epa13227514 US President Donald Trump speaks on the first day of the Midterm Republican National Convention at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, USA, 09 September 2026. The two-day event, conceived by US President Donald Trump to spotlight key midterm congressional races, runs 09-10 September. EPA/JEFF MCWHORTER

the emergency

Trump opposes AI restrictions: "Whoever wins there, wins everything."

Anthropic raises the alarm: "In six to 12 months, artificial intelligence could control the internet." Altman postpones OpenAI's IPO. But the president dismisses the warnings: "They come from negative forces."

Magdalena Andersson a Stoccolma dopo i primi exit poll (foto Ansa/Epa)

Stockholm

Swedish elections: Center-left party heads for victory, while Akesson's far-right falters.

Andersson's Social Democrats first, Kristersson era nears its end

In tension

Lithuania: Drone alert in the sky: NATO fighter plane in flight, but it was a flock of birds

Vilnius Airport closed for 38 minutes

epa13230957 A handout photo made available by the State Emergency Service (SES) shows Ukrainian rescuers working at the site of a Russian drone strike on a gas station in Kyiv, Ukraine, 11 September 2026, amid the ongoing Russian invasion. At least five people were injured in Russian strikes on gas stations in Kyiv, according to a State Emergency Service report. EPA/STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE HANDOUT HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES

the conflict

A Russian raid on the Polish border hit a train and a gas station: "Putin's terror is knocking on the EU's door."

Kiev: "Isolate him with a total embargo and absolute entry bans. He must understand that his barbarity will be met with a firm response."

Dario Amodei, nel corso della prima Industry Stakeholder Conference del B7, Verona, 13 Marzo 2024. ANSA/ RICCARDO BORTOLOTTI (NPK)

the alarm

AI is now scary. Anthropic and Altman: "Let's slow down the pace."

Dario Amodei and the leaders of OpenAi are open to slowing down after warnings about the risks to humanity's survival in the event of uncontrolled development.