📌 WORLD FOCUS | Thursday, October 8, 2026

▪️ Kosovo Elects President, Averts Snap Election
Lawmakers in Pristina chose a new head of state in a late-night vote, ending a political deadlock that threatened early elections. The outcome preserves stability in a fragile Balkan region still under international supervision.

▪️ WHO Presses Russia on Second Plague Death
The health agency has asked Moscow for details after a reported second fatal case at a Siberian laboratory. Global officials seek transparency over handling of dangerous pathogens amid biosecurity concerns.

▪️ Vance: Iran Must Cut Enrichment to End War
The US official said Tehran must make a meaningful reduction in uranium enrichment to halt hostilities. The demand signals a narrowing diplomatic window as regional tensions escalate.

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