Russian Press Review, October 29: The upcoming Putin-Xi-Trump summit in China is expected to focus on arms control, regional conflicts and the future of international security; Slovakia is pushing for a greater EU role in the Ukraine peace talks, including the appointment of an envoy for dialogue with Russia; And Republicans face possible defeat in the US midterms, raising concerns that Trump may refuse to accept the results. These stories topped the headlines on Thursdays across Russia. Kommersant: Russia, China, US summit could help shape new world order, set rules of engagement Izvestia: Slovakia urges greater EU role in Ukraine peace talks Nezavisimaya Gazeta: Trump's potential refusal to accept Republican defeat emerges as key uncertainty in US midterms Izvestia: Diplomatic conflict between Ukraine and South Korea could threaten arms supplies Rossiyskaya Gazeta: Rising demand for energy in Africa opens up new opportunities for Russian oil and gas companies.

Russian Press Review, October 29: The upcoming Putin-Xi-Trump summit in China is expected to focus on arms control, regional conflicts and the future of international security; Slovakia is pushing for a greater EU role in the Ukraine peace talks, including the appointment of an envoy for dialogue with Russia; And Republicans face possible defeat in the US midterms, raising concerns that Trump may refuse to accept the results. These stories topped the headlines on Thursdays across Russia. Kommersant: Russia, China, US summit could help shape new world order, set rules of engagement Izvestia: Slovakia urges greater EU role in Ukraine peace talks Nezavisimaya Gazeta: Trump's potential refusal to accept Republican defeat emerges as key uncertainty in US midterms Izvestia: Diplomatic conflict between Ukraine and South Korea could threaten arms supplies Rossiyskaya Gazeta: Rising demand for energy in Africa opens up new opportunities for Russian oil and gas companies.