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Ukraine, Russia set for new round of US-mediated talks New trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US could begin in October, according to Kyiv and Moscow. Few expect a breakthrough, but Ukraine is seeking a partial de-escalation to help it get through the winter. Trump seeks halt to energy attacks by both Russia, Ukraine Donald Trump, under fire for record US diesel prices, claims Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop striking energy targets. Russia said nothing; Ukraine said "we expect specifics from our partners" on any such move. IPO 'for the people' is out of reach for many in Nigeria Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it? Nepal: thousands still missing as flood recovery begins The Himalayan nation is moving from rescue operations to recovery, facing a $4.8 billion reconstruction bill amid renewed calls for climate justice. EU leaders urge unity after Russian strike on train Russia's drone attack on a train near the Ukraine-Poland border has triggered EU calls to up support for Kyiv. Allies of Ukraine should show they "are not scared," said the bloc's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas. Pay to ghost your boss: Japan's resignation business Resignation agencies in Japan help employees leave their jobs seamlessly in just 15 minutes. Young people are especially eager to use their services. Israeli minister accuses 'NAZA' filmmakers of 'treason' Israel's culture minister wants to strip the makers of a documentary on Israel's Gaza offensive of their citizenship. He accused the two of seeking "applause from antisemites around the world." Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes? Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade. Russians on the Goethe-Institut: 'Hostage to politics' Canceled language exams, disrupted plans to study in Germany and the disappearance of an important cultural link: DW users shared how the closure of Germany's Goethe-Institut in Russia has affected their lives. A Romani artist in Hungary reclaims his identity Norbert Olah is an artist. He's also Romani. For a long time, he avoided making his ethnic background a theme of his art for fear of being pigeonholed. Then it became his focus. Trump visits Ireland, says unification would be 'fantastic' US President Donald Trump's trip to Ireland to watch a golf tournament has also included meetings with leaders there. Uganda lays 'boy king' Oyo to rest amid succession row Uganda has buried King Oyo Nyimba, who was crowned in the Tooro Kingdom in 1995 aged just 3. His death at 34 has triggered a dispute over a successor, as rumors abound of possible heirs born out of wedlock.