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- Tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz; two attacks reported
- Police issue appeal as fugitive killer Gary Anderson remains unlocated
- British couple forced to flee to sea as wildfires threaten Croatian resort
- Magdalena Andersson ready to form new government in Sweden after elections
- Russia launches military offensive in Ukraine after latest ceasefire talks fail
- Russia initiates parliamentary elections amid ongoing wartime conditions
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Financial Times - oil producers spring surprise output cut of more than 1mn barrels a day
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times splashes on the revelations from oil producing nations that they will be cutting back production by more than a million barrels a day.
According to the paper, the move has put Saudi Arabia on a “collision course” with the US as it attempts to boost prices.
Today's top stories
Tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz; two attacks reported
September 18, 2026
5:00 pm
French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to convene a G7 energy summit in the coming weeks, citing soaring fuel prices linked to the U.S.-Iran war. The summit aims to enhance cooperation and explore the release of strategic reserves amid fluctuating oil prices, with Brent crude hovering around $104 a barrel.
Police issue appeal as fugitive killer Gary Anderson remains unlocated
September 18, 2026
4:00 pm
Police Service of Northern Ireland is pursuing on-the-run murderer Gary Anderson, who failed to return to Maghaberry Prison after being granted temporary release for his father’s funeral. The 29-year-old, sentenced to 15 years for the murder of Karol Kelly in 2023, has not been seen for four days.
British couple forced to flee to sea as wildfires threaten Croatian resort
September 18, 2026
3:00 pm
A British couple had to evacuate to the sea as wildfires surrounded their hotel in Croatia, prompting an emergency evacuation involving local boat owners.
Magdalena Andersson ready to form new government in Sweden after elections
September 18, 2026
1:00 pm
Sweden’s Social Democrats leader, Magdalena Andersson, has expressed readiness to form a government following her alliance’s narrow victory over the right-wing bloc in the recent elections. She aims for broad cooperation but faces challenges due to significant differences among the prospective coalition parties.
Russia launches military offensive in Ukraine after latest ceasefire talks fail
September 18, 2026
12:00 pm
PAKISTAN MOSQUE ATTACK
At least 16 people were killed in an attack on a mosque in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province this morning.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Russia initiates parliamentary elections amid ongoing wartime conditions
September 18, 2026
11:01 am
What’s going on?
Russia’s parliamentary elections are set to begin this weekend, with the Kremlin expected to consolidate its power amid ongoing conflict. These elections come as tensions continue over military actions in Ukraine. Reports indicate low turnout is anticipated due to voter apathy and political repression.
Some outlets frame the elections differently. The AP headlines state, “Russia votes in wartime parliamentary election set to secure the Kremlin’s power,” emphasising governmental control. In contrast, Fox News claims, “‘Voters get to choose — just not the result’: Russia’s parliamentary election reaches occupied Ukraine,” highlighting the illusion of choice. This difference indicates a focus on the political context versus the consequences of the elections.
Coverage analysed: AP News | Fox News
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