Russian Press Review, October 7:

Black Sea ceasefire efforts intensify amid escalating tensions; Russia is ready to help Afghanistan and Pakistan reconcile; and Houthi gains drive Saudi Arabia toward a major war. These stories topped Wednesday’s newspaper headlines across Russia.

▪Izvestia: Black Sea ceasefire efforts gain momentum amid escalating tensions

▪Media: Russia ready to help Afghanistan, Pakistan reconcile

▪Izvestia: Houthi advances raise risk of major war for Saudi Arabia

▪Media: Separatists win Quebec provincial elections

▪Vedomosti: Analysts forecast increase in Russian gas export price