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US strikes in Iran kill 11 people
Iranian state media reported on Wednesday that 11 people were killed in US strikes in Iran's Khuzestan province. The attack occurred shortly before the report was published.
TVNET · 2 Sept, 09:26
Rescuers extinguish fires at three warehouses in Kyiv region after repeated Russian strikes
Ukrainian emergency crews put out fires at three warehouses in the Bucha district of Kyiv region after a Russian attack, during which the enemy carried out two additional repeat strikes while firefighting was underway. No casualties were reported.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 08:30
Zelensky warns airlines that Russian airspace is unsafe
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned airlines and passengers that Russian airspace is completely unsafe during the war due to Ukrainian drone activity. The statement was made on Tuesday.
Apollo.lv · 2 Sept, 08:30
Japan halves speed limit to 30km/h on narrow residential streets
A new rule took effect in Japan on Tuesday, cutting the speed limit on narrow residential roads without centre lines from 60km/h to 30km/h. The change aims to reduce deaths and injuries among pedestrians, particularly children and the elderly.
The Guardian World · 2 Sept, 08:26
USPS whistleblower warns new mail-ballot system risks disrupting midterm voting
An anonymous US Postal Service official has warned that a rushed new federal system could prevent millions of Americans from receiving mail ballots before the November midterms. The disclosure was released by Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal.
France 24 · 2 Sept, 07:32
Russia loses 1,390 troops in a day, total losses exceed 1.49 million
Ukraine's General Staff reports 1,390 Russian occupiers neutralized over the past 24 hours, bringing Russia's total personnel losses since the war began to nearly 1.49 million.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 07:32
Hong Kong Activist Joshua Wong Pleads Guilty in Second National Security Case
Prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong pleaded guilty on Wednesday to conspiring to collude with foreign forces to endanger national security. It is the second prosecution against him under Beijing's 2020 national security law.
Euronews · 2 Sept, 07:31
U.N. Acknowledges World Will Overshoot 1.5-Degree Climate Target
The United Nations has said the world will fail to keep global warming within the 1.5-degree-Celsius limit. Instead, it proposed a new goal focused on limiting how far temperatures overshoot that mark and eventually reversing the increase.
The New York Times · 2 Sept, 07:29
German MEPs float tighter EPP–Social Democrat pact to counter rising far right
Two senior German MEPs have proposed a more formal deal between the center-right EPP and the Social Democrats in the European Parliament, as relations between the two groups sour and the far right gains ground. The discussion also covers funding disputes over Europe's AI data centers and whether the European Commission should join TikTok to reach younger voters.
Politico Europe · 2 Sept, 07:27
Zelensky: Russian skies unsafe for international flights
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned airlines that Russian airspace is becoming unsafe due to Ukrainian strikes, while Russian President Vladimir Putin called the statement a bid for state terrorism.
ERR (rus) · 2 Sept, 07:26
Putin accuses Zelensky of 'state terrorism' over airline warning, orders strikes on Ukrainian energy
Putin called Zelensky's warning to airlines about Russian airspace a bid for state terrorism and said talks are impossible with terrorists. He also announced orders for massive strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Meduza · 2 Sept, 06:35
Trump picks acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao for permanent role
US President Donald Trump has nominated Hung Cao, the acting Navy secretary, to lead the Navy and Marine Corps permanently, amid concerns about sailor fatigue during the Iran war and turmoil in Pentagon leadership.
The Guardian World · 2 Sept, 06:32
Honduran court drops case against ex-President Hernandez after Trump pardon
A Honduran court has dismissed money laundering and fraud charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was accused in a government corruption scheme, following a pardon from Trump.
Al Jazeera · 2 Sept, 06:31
Sybiha to present plan to boost support for Ukraine at EU foreign ministers' informal meeting
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has arrived in Ireland for an informal EU foreign ministers' meeting, where he will present a program to strengthen military and energy support for Kyiv. He calls for tougher sanctions against Russia and enhanced air defence for Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 06:25
Germany officially blames Moscow for drone attack on Leipzig airport
Germany's federal government has officially identified Moscow as responsible for the drone attack on Leipzig airport, according to the Berlin Playbook podcast. Analysts discuss the announced measures, while an expert warns of acute hybrid threats to infrastructure.
Politico Europe · 2 Sept, 06:25
Ukraine asks EU to allow Patriot missile purchases under loan programme
Ukraine has asked the European Commission to use funds from the EU's €90 billion loan to buy interceptor missiles for Patriot air defence systems. Kyiv wants to spend more than €2 billion on the missiles.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Sept, 05:37
Putin says negotiation process frozen, signals openness to positive contribution
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said the negotiation process is currently frozen, but Moscow would welcome positive proposals from those willing to contribute.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 05:34
Why Russia’s jet-powered Geran drones are complicating Ukraine’s air defense — and what Kyiv’s falling intercept rate signals
Russia has shifted to round-the-clock drone attacks on Kyiv using faster jet-powered Geran drones. Ukraine’s interception rate has dropped from 95–98 percent to 79 percent, underscoring new strains on its air defenses.
Meduza · 2 Sept, 05:31
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Russia Uses Economic Pressure to Ensure a Royal Reception for Putin
Russia frequently applies economic instruments to influence other nations, and in recent years it has used them to secure a ceremonial welcome for President Vladimir Putin, including rolling out the red carpet.
TVNET · 2 Sept, 05:30
Federal judge throws out Trump lawsuit over transgender athletes in California school sports
A US federal judge dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit challenging California's policy allowing transgender girls to play on girls' school sports teams, ruling that the government failed to properly warn the state that federal funding depended on a ban. The decision is a defeat for the Department of Justice and a win for LGBTQ advocates.
The Guardian World · 2 Sept, 05:27
US and Iran exchange fresh strikes as six-month conflict reignites
The United States struck Iranian military targets on Tuesday, while Tehran launched missiles and drones at sites across the Middle East, ending a month-long lull in hostilities. Local officials reported that one US strike hit a house hosting a wedding, killing five people and wounding dozens.
France 24 · 2 Sept, 05:27
German intelligence links drone to Russia, officials vow consequences
German intelligence has concluded that an explosive-laden drone was linked to Russia. Officials have promised consequences.
Al Jazeera · 2 Sept, 05:26
German lawmakers propose formal centrist coalition to counter EU far right
German MEPs Niclas Herbst and René Repasi suggest creating a formal centrist coalition in the European Parliament, borrowing from Germany's grand coalition tradition to reduce far-right influence and stabilize lawmaking.
Politico Europe · 2 Sept, 05:25
Putin calls Zelensky's threat to make Russian skies dangerous "application for state terrorism"
Russian President Vladimir Putin has responded to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's warning to airlines about the dangers of Russian airspace, calling it an "application for state terrorism." He also said Russia would respond to any such "tragedies" and repeated that Moscow had ordered massive strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 04:33
Ed Markey wins Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
Ed Markey has won the Massachusetts Democratic primary, defeating Seth Moulton. The veteran senator is now favored to win a third full term in November.
The Guardian World · 2 Sept, 04:26
US strikes near Iranian port city kill at least four, reportedly hit wedding party
Iran says a series of US strikes near the southern port city of Sirik has killed at least four people, with reports indicating that a wedding party was hit.
Al Jazeera · 2 Sept, 04:25
Honduran Court Dismisses Charges Against Ex-President Hernández
A court in Honduras has dismissed money laundering and fraud charges against former President Juan Orlando Hernández, following his release in December due to President Trump's decision.
The New York Times · 2 Sept, 04:25
Germany blames Moscow for Leipzig drone attack, closes consulate and cultural center
Germany has blamed Moscow for a drone attack in Leipzig and announced sweeping diplomatic measures, including closing a consulate and a cultural center. Berlin also plans stricter entry controls for Russians and additional EU sanctions.
Euromaidan Press · 2 Sept, 03:36
Polish president again demands German reparations for Nazi crimes
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has again called on Germany to pay reparations for Nazi crimes committed during World War II, saying it would strengthen the country's defense.
LSM · 2 Sept, 03:36
Family of missing Latvian opera violinist Svetlana Okuņa still hopes
Nearly a week after devastating landslides and floods hit Nepal and Tibet, the fate of 33 Latvian and two Estonian citizens remains unknown, including Svetlana Okuņa, the first violinist of the Latvian National Opera.
Delfi · 2 Sept, 03:34
Putin dismisses mobilization rumors as 'nonsense'; intelligence warns of possible 600,000 call-up
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected reports of a new mobilization after the State Duma elections, calling them "nonsense" and an information attack. Ukrainian intelligence, meanwhile, says Russia's General Staff has prepared a plan to call up an additional 600,000 people in 2026–2027.
Ukrainska Pravda · 2 Sept, 03:28
G20 finance chiefs back final statement, China dissents amid Russia tensions
G20 financial leaders meeting in Asheville, North Carolina, adopted a final statement supported by all except China. Russia's finance minister attended, drawing frustration from European allies.
France 24 · 2 Sept, 03:27
Tehran vows 'severe punishment' against Washington after new wave of US strikes
Iran has pledged retaliation against the United States following a new wave of US attacks, while Tehran has already launched retaliatory strikes on Gulf neighbours and Jordan.
Al Jazeera · 2 Sept, 03:26
Putin Pledges Increased Strikes in Ukraine and Support for Iran
Russian President Putin has promised continued retaliation against Ukrainians and expressed full solidarity with Iran.
The New York Times · 2 Sept, 03:25
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Ingrid Alexandra: Norway's Future Queen After Father's Accession
Norway's new King Haakon has sworn an oath to the constitution, becoming monarch following the death of his father, King Harald. His 22-year-old daughter, Ingrid Alexandra, has thereby become crown princess and first in line to the throne.
TVNET · 2 Sept, 02:29
Georgia bars pardoned Russian activist Kulanin from flying to Armenia amid fears of deportation to Russia
Georgia has stopped Russian national Denis Kulanin from flying to Yerevan despite a court ruling allowing him to leave for a third country. Rights advocates warn he could instead be deported to Russia.
Meduza · 2 Sept, 02:29