De Vector
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News of Thursday, 5 November 2026
World
Hubert Aiwanger found dead in Berlin hotel
The Bavarian deputy premier and leader of the Free Voters was 55.
Hubert Aiwanger, deputy premier of the German state of Bavaria, was found dead in his hotel room in Berlin on Wednesday. Police and prosecutors have launched an investigation into the cause and circumstances of his death, but have not yet disclosed a cause.
5 Nov 2026, 05:38
Three perspectives
Joshua Wong sentenced to ten years in Hong Kong
The pro-democracy activist was convicted in a second case under the national security law.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong was sentenced to ten years in prison on Thursday. He received the sentence for colluding with foreign powers under the national security law that China imposed on Hong Kong in 2020.
5 Nov 2026, 04:39
Three perspectives
European countries prepare for peace talks
Representatives of Europe, Ukraine, Russia and the United States are due to meet in Abu Dhabi next week to discuss ending the war.
The United States, Ukraine and Russia are planning fresh talks in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November. European countries already discussed security guarantees, reconstruction and the conditions for a possible agreement in Brussels on Wednesday.
5 Nov 2026, 03:39
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South Korea wants to extend mission to Strait of Hormuz
Seoul wants to add a patrol aircraft and explosive ordnance disposal team, but still needs parliamentary approval.
South Korea wants to extend its anti-piracy mission off Somalia to waters south of Oman, closer to the Strait of Hormuz. The government intends to deploy additional military resources, but stresses that the mission will remain non-combat and independent of allies.
5 Nov 2026, 02:39