Russia's Economic Forum Overshadowed by Drone Attacks on St Petersburg

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Ukrainian drone attacks on St Petersburg overshadowed Russia's International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2026), where President Putin remained uncompromising on the war with Ukraine, claiming economic stability despite evident pressures.

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At least 28 dead in China shoe factory fire

A fire at the Huiteng Footwear factory in Jinjiang, China, has killed at least 28 people. The blaze erupted around noon local time on Thursday, sending huge plumes of black smoke into the air. President Xi Jinping stated the fire caused "significant casualties" as 500 rescue workers were dispatched to the scene.

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