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A Ukrainian drone strike on a crowded beach in southern Russia killed at least seven people, including three children, and injured dozens more. Russia has accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians in the attack.
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin has successfully fled Russia despite an exit ban and reappeared in Paris, stating he is "alive and free." Nadezhdin, known for his anti-war stance, had been barred from participating in recent elections.
A drone, which Russia claims was Ukrainian, crashed on a crowded beach in Russia, killing seven people and injuring 40 others. Ukraine has suggested that Russian air defense systems were responsible for the casualties.
Romania has begun importing electricity from Ukraine, with Energocom facilitating the purchase, after a drought forced the shutdown of a reactor. Citizens are urged to use energy responsibly during this period.
A suicide bombing near a police station in Kabal, Swat Valley, Pakistan, has resulted in the deaths of 19 people. The community is mourning the victims of the attack.
Turkish President Erdoğan and Saudi Crown Prince discussed bilateral ties and regional issues, with Erdoğan urging Israel to honor the Gaza peace plan. This comes as Israel continues to defy the peace plan and escalate deadly attacks on Gaza.
Ukraine is attempting to encourage thousands of absent without leave (AWOL) troops to return to service by offering them choices in their commander and deployment area. This initiative aims to bolster military ranks by addressing concerns of deserting soldiers.
An analysis explores the fundamental ideological clashes between the US-led order and China, highlighting their military and technological rivalry and posing the question of who would win a future conflict.
An Irish-backed centre named Ionad Hind Rajab is offering displaced children in Gaza a place to play and a respite from the surrounding conflict, according to Irish artist Adam Doyle, also known as Spicebag.
An analysis suggests that Iran's most potent strategy against the United States is to simply endure, betting that time is on their side rather than engaging in a conventional military conflict.
A Russian attack targeting 'transport infrastructure' in Ukraine's Odesa Oblast has resulted in injuries to 13 people, according to the regional governor.
Jordan is reportedly experiencing repercussions from its alliance with the U.S. in the ongoing conflict with Iran, as the kingdom becomes a target for Tehran due to increased U.S. reliance on its desert bases.
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence reports that the Kremlin is exploiting issues like prolonged blackouts, fuel shortages, and rising prices in Crimea to exert additional pressure on the local population.
French-Israeli tattoo artist Mia Schem shares her harrowing experience of captivity and subsequent freedom following the October 7 attacks, detailing the agonizing presence of the terror.
Russia is reportedly increasing pressure on fighting-age men to join military service as voluntary recruitment stalls and Moscow's military initiative in Ukraine falters.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held his first call with newly appointed British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, discussing developments in Gaza, the wider Middle East, and Ukraine.
Since the beginning of the day, Russian forces have launched 51 attacks against the positions of Ukraine's Defense Forces, with the Kostiantynivka direction remaining the most intense area of fighting.
The Ukraine conflict highlights new combat innovations, particularly Russian glide bombs, which enable strikes from safe distances and protect aircraft, helping Russia regain its battlefield advantage.
As the US-Israel war on Iran enters its sixth month, a prominent economist suggests that the conflict's duration and implications could significantly alter Beijing's policy calculations.
The Office of the Ombudsman announced the suspension of Insurance Commission chief Reynaldo Regalado following administrative complaints alleging conflict of interest, with an order dated July 28 finding sufficient grounds for the action.
Wall Street gains, oil prices tumble after Trump says he'll order forces to ease up on Iran attacks The Globe and Mail
Boko Haram's increasing reliance on its Cameroonian leaders is fueling attacks within Cameroon and strengthening the group's overall resilience and reach.
President Trump maintains threats against Iran and makes false claims of negotiations as US withdrawals continue, while Israel reportedly presses for escalation in the conflict.
Questions have arisen regarding a potential conflict of interest for Estonian Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise, as she considers a presidential bid without resigning her current post.
A timeline details the conflict between the Trump administration and the Smithsonian Institution, stemming from Trump's executive orders targeting exhibits that prioritize decolonization and DEI over patriotic American history.
Data indicates that attacks by Israeli occupiers on mosques in the occupied West Bank have surged over the past decade, with a sharp increase observed after October 2023.
Insurance Commissioner Reynaldo Regalado has been suspended due to alleged irregularities in the accreditation of a PUV insurer consortium and accusations of conflict of interest.
At least 16 people are feared killed in weekend attacks on communities in Sabon Birni and Rabah local government areas of Sokoto, Nigeria, with several injured, abducted, and displaced.
Island Oil will contribute to a scholarship for a student admitted to the MA in Peace, Conflict and Democracy program at the University of Cyprus for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Malaysia has requested evidence from Thailand to substantiate reports that armed insurgents are fleeing across the border and finding refuge in Malaysia after attacks on security forces in Thailand's far South.
Russia's manufacturing sector has experienced its strongest growth in 18 months, as indicated by recent Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data.
A Russian attack on a critical infrastructure facility in Poltava Oblast, Ukraine, resulted in a hazardous chemical leak, which emergency responders successfully contained.
Ukraine's military reported that Russia lost another 1,390 troops and 80 artillery systems in the war against Ukraine over the past day, bringing total combat losses to approximately 1,446,150 personnel since February 2022.
An expert discusses the potential trajectory of oil prices if the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz escalates, noting that a supply glut could still pose a challenge.
Ukraine launched drone attacks on multiple Russian targets, including a Wildberries warehouse in the Vladimir region and a technological university, while Russia simultaneously attacked energy infrastructure in six Ukrainian regions. These strikes resulted in casualties and widespread power outages.
The Russian Embassy has accused Ukraine of being responsible for a bombing at a Moscow restaurant that killed five people. Reports suggest that Russian Aerospace Forces commander Alexander Chayko was the alleged target of the attack.
Russia and North Korea are reportedly constructing a new bridge in a remote area, a development that has raised concerns among analysts, particularly in Kyiv. The project signals deepening ties between the two nations.
A leaked email from top US military officials reportedly seeks unconventional methods and 'creative ideas' for a potential conflict with Iran, as air strikes in the Strait of Hormuz have not yielded desired results.
Ukraine is reportedly facing enormous damage as it grapples with a record number of Russian strikes.
India's imports of Russian crude oil reached a new record high in July, marking the highest volume since the start of the war in Ukraine. This trend indicates India's continued reliance on Russian energy supplies.
A fatal restaurant bombing in Moscow reportedly targeted a senior Russian general at a private celebration, leading an analyst to suggest potential security gaps around Putin’s military elite.
NPR discusses President Trump's inconsistent pattern of threatening strikes on Iran, examining its implications for potential conflict.
Saudi Arabia has reportedly entered the escalating conflict involving Iran, indicating a broadening of regional tensions.
An exclusive report details Ukraine's two-year-long endeavor to secure the production of Patriot missile systems, highlighting the country's strategic defense initiatives.
Iranians are experiencing pressure and uncertainty due to US President Trump's inconsistent comments regarding potential conflict and negotiations.
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) have released a video showing a raid on Russian positions, resulting in the capture of prisoners of war and valuable intelligence.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that while talks are ongoing for the joint production of interceptors for Patriot air defense systems with Ukraine and European partners, an agreement is unlikely to be finalized before this winter.
Global oil prices have slid and stock markets have risen, driven by optimism surrounding a potential deal to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East.
Ukraine's intelligence chief Budanov states that the war waged by Russia against Ukraine has been at a strategic deadlock for a long time. However, the Russian leadership still believes it can achieve its goals through military means.
A critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin has left Russia after being prohibited from running for parliament.
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill stated that Russia's nuclear weapons were created through 'God's grace,' speaking to worshippers in the Nizhny Novgorod region.
Reports indicate that Russia is intensifying forced recruitment efforts, with individuals allegedly 'beaten until they enlisted,' as it faces losses in the Ukraine conflict.
Ukrainian law enforcement agencies have reportedly not received any response from Monaco regarding their requests concerning the attempted murder of businessman Vadym Yermolaiev and the killing of Anastasiia Berezovska, the prime suspect in the case.
Chile and Honduras have returned their ambassadors to Israel for the first time since October 7. Israeli President Herzog discussed ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding the Gaza conflict during a meeting with Chile's ambassador.
Russia's Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Mr. Andrei Ordash, stated that culture, education, and creative industries will be central to strengthening bilateral relations beyond diplomacy and trade.
The African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC) and Jospong have announced the next cohort of 120 Ghanaian scholars for an agricultural program in Russia. This initiative follows the successful return of 118 previous scholars, reaffirming AAC's commitment to transforming Ghana's agriculture.
UK manufacturing production increased for the fourth consecutive month, reaching its fastest pace in almost two years. The growth is attributed to an easing of Trump's tariff chaos, despite ongoing concerns about the economic impact of the US-Iran conflict.
Russia's Sevmash shipyard has unveiled its latest Yasen-M class nuclear submarine, named Ulyanovsk, which will undergo rigorous testing before joining the Northern Fleet.
Palestinian Americans in Turmus Ayya have reported a terrifying increase in Israeli settler attacks following visits by US ambassador Mike Huckabee to the nearby Israeli settlement of Shilo.
Estonian volunteers purchased a Humvee in Canada, named it after late Estonian journalist Teet Korsten, and are sending it to Ukraine's front lines for use by an assault battalion.
The Consulate General of Ukraine in Wrocław has reacted to an attack on three Ukrainian citizens in Kozuchów, Poland, with investigations underway to determine the circumstances and motives.
AI data centers are increasingly seen as vulnerable targets in the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
The European Central Bank (ECB) has stated that the conflict in Iran had a particularly severe impact on consumption within the euro zone.
Singaporean authorities are expressing concern over the accelerating pace of youth radicalization, citing recent arrests of young individuals who planned attacks, including school stabbings, after succumbing to extremist ideologies.
Nearly 81 years after the Hiroshima atomic bombing, scientists have discovered a new metallic alloy in the city's shoreline sand, formed by the extreme heat and rapid cooling of the 1945 blast.
At least six soldiers and twelve other individuals, including a father and his sons, were killed in suspected terrorist attacks on communities in Zamfara and Sokoto states in Nigeria.
Russian attacks have destroyed 37 filling stations belonging to the Naftogaz Group in the first seven months of 2026. Some facilities have been repaired, while others remain destroyed and out of operation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Ukraine's ambassador to the United States, Oksana Stefanishyna, as part of broader diplomatic changes. This move comes as Ukraine aims to intensify military and diplomatic efforts to end the war by winter, while also imposing new sanctions on entities linked to Russia's defense industry.
Iran has executed two men convicted of spying for Israel, accusing them of providing coordinates for attacks during the ongoing conflict. The executions were carried out after the men were found guilty of working for Israeli intelligence.
A senior Russian general was reportedly the target of a bombing at a Moscow restaurant, which he survived. Media outlets indicate the attack was an assassination attempt.
Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past day have resulted in 8 deaths and 66 injuries, with the Zaporizhzhia region experiencing the most severe impact.
A Russian attack on a gas station near Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk Oblast resulted in the deaths of three people, including a rescue worker and his eight-year-old son. The incident highlights the ongoing civilian casualties in the conflict.
A university in Belgorod, Russia, caught fire following Ukrainian drone strikes, with reports indicating that drones were being developed at the facility. Photos and videos show the extent of the damage.
Food warehouses in a suburb of Dnipro, Ukraine, caught fire following an attack by an enemy unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
An analysis discusses the possibility of regional conflicts, specifically the wars in Iran and Ukraine, converging into a larger, more widespread conflict.
Russian forces have destroyed an 18th-century wooden Cossack church in Kherson Oblast and a Nova Poshta branch in Chernihiv Oblast with drone attacks, causing significant damage to Ukrainian cultural heritage and infrastructure.
John Aggrey, a Ghanaian entrepreneur and CEO of the Ghana Russia Center for Commerce and Relations, received the international 'Public Diplomacy Leader' award in the Business Diplomacy category at a ceremony in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Russia is projected to increase its exports from western ports in August, driven by strong demand from Asian markets, according to sources.
Ihor Klymenko has detailed his three top priorities in his new role as the secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council (NSDC).
Russia's Federal Financial Monitoring Service (Rosfinmonitoring) has added Viktor Kalinin, a 14-year-old from St. Petersburg, to its registry of 'terrorists and extremists,' making him the youngest person yet on the list.
Turkey’s inflation slowed slightly more than expected in July, though ongoing conflict in Iran and energy market turmoil are likely to keep the central bank cautious.
Russia is evaluating support measures for its retailers following Ukrainian strikes that reportedly caused billions of dollars in losses at warehouses belonging to e-commerce giant Wildberries.
Fuel prices at gas stations in Russia’s Krasnoyarsk Krai dropped by over 20 rubles on August 2, according to NGS24 correspondents, with the price cuts affecting the regional chain Krasnoyarsknefteprodukt, possibly in anticipation of a visit from President Putin.
Three teenagers arrested last week in dawn raids on suspicion of planning terrorist attacks in the Netherlands have had their detention extended as inquiries continue.
Ukraine is expecting a heatwave on Tuesday, August 3, with no precipitation and daytime temperatures forecast to reach between 35°C and 38°C, while nighttime temperatures will range from 18°C to 23°C.
Combat footage indicates that Ukraine is employing heavy-lift multicopters to transport armed unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) into action, potentially marking a new era in heliborne assaults.
Chile's peso borrowing costs are projected to reach yearly highs in August due to the ongoing six-month Middle East conflict and its potential impact on the Strait of Hormuz, even as the country's economy struggles.
John Sayles' 1987 film 'Matewan,' which dramatizes a 1920 labor conflict, is highlighted as a reminder of the importance of class solidarity in overcoming prejudice for the modern labor movement.
Wall Street saw gains and oil prices tumbled after President Trump indicated he would ease attacks on Iran and suggested impending talks, despite Iran's denial of new negotiations. The UK economy, however, faces recession risks if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, while the yen strengthened after a combined US-Japan operation.
The first production model of Russia's MC-21 jet has successfully completed its maiden flight, days after President Vladimir Putin visited the Siberian assembly plant.
An analysis discusses the collapse of the American secular state and the preparations of American oligarchs for potential conflict.
Poland is rapidly investing billions in its military, driven by historical experiences with foreign aggression, to deter a direct confrontation with Russia and NATO.
An article suggests that Ukraine's government is not adequately performing the reforms required for European Union membership, implying the EU may need to exert pressure.
After weeks of escalating violence, the US and Israel have reportedly agreed to pause further strikes on Iran, contingent on a quick deal to end the conflict.
Citigroup Inc. announced a more than two-thirds jump in African sovereign bond deals this year, defying expectations that the Middle East conflict would dampen investor interest.
Combined teams from Ukraine's State Emergency Service (SES) are continuing to deal with the aftermath of explosions at a military training ground belonging to a Special Operations Forces unit in the Khmelnytskyi region.
Goldman Sachs' co-head of global commodities research, Samantha Dart, discussed increasing risks in diesel markets, citing disruptions to Russian fuel exports and the US-Iran war as key factors tightening supply.
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis stated in parliament that he purchased Ray-Ban Meta glasses to record potential insults or attacks, ensuring he has incidents on camera.
Villagers in Malaysia have abandoned an ancient taboo to hunt crocodiles responsible for a rise in attacks, including the death of a child. The community headman stated their right to kill the animal that preyed on their children.
Michael Houghton and his wife share their experiences as a 'saver-spender' couple, highlighting how their differing financial habits have led to conflict over the years and impacted their household's financial stability.