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Manhunt Underway After Deadly Shooting at Swiss Rave
One person was killed and five others were wounded early Sunday when gunfire broke out at a dance party held at a horseracing track in northern Switzerland. Police are searching for the attacker.
The New York Times · 30 Aug, 19:29
Zelensky: over 90% of drones must be shot down this autumn
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has tasked defense forces with raising the interception rate of Russian drones above 90% this autumn. He also said a report on an explosion in a Kyiv region village would be ready Monday.
Ukrainska Pravda · 30 Aug, 19:25
India and Uzbekistan upgrade ties, target $5bn trade by 2030
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and set a goal of raising bilateral trade to $5bn by 2030. The countries are also nearing a new long-term uranium supply deal.
Euronews · 30 Aug, 19:25
Why did Israeli soldiers get visas but not Bassem Youssef?
Australia's government is under pressure to explain why dozens of Israeli soldiers were allowed into the country while comedian Bassem Youssef reportedly was not. The contrast has raised questions about visa decision-making.
Al Jazeera · 30 Aug, 18:31
Two killed, including a child, in Russian air strike on Donetsk Oblast village
Russian forces struck the settlement of Bylbasivka in Donetsk Oblast with two air-dropped bombs on Sunday, killing two people, including a 13-year-old child, and injuring two others. Two houses were destroyed and about 20 damaged.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 30 Aug, 18:31
U.S. Accuses Banque Misr Branches in U.A.E. of Aiding Iran
The U.S. Treasury Department has accused branches of Egypt's Banque Misr in the United Arab Emirates of assisting Iran, and the Emirati central bank has pledged to investigate.
The New York Times · 30 Aug, 18:31
Guinea-Bissau holds referendum on rewriting constitution to boost presidential powers
Guinea-Bissau is voting on a new constitution that would strengthen the president and reduce parliament's role, with the opposition calling for a boycott after the military-drafted text was published without public consultation.
Euronews · 30 Aug, 18:30
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Dutch health institute issues 'red alert' over Trump-shaped ecstasy pills
The Netherlands' Trimbos Institute for mental health and addiction has issued a top-level warning about potentially lethal ecstasy pills shaped like US President Donald Trump, BBC reports.
TVNET · 30 Aug, 18:28
Iceland voters reject resuming EU accession talks, parliament to weigh in on bid's future
A majority of Icelanders voted against restarting EU accession negotiations in a weekend referendum, and the government says it will bring the matter to parliament without committing to a final decision yet.
Politico Europe · 30 Aug, 18:27
Moldova again registers airspace violation during Russian attack on Ukraine
On Sunday, August 30, an aircraft briefly entered Moldovan airspace from Ukraine's side following Russian air strikes on Ukraine. Romania also issued an alert in Tulcea county the same day after radar detected an aerial target near the Ukrainian border.
Ukrainska Pravda · 30 Aug, 18:27
Venezuela's Rodríguez defends 'endless' benefits of oil deal with Trump
Venezuela's interim leader Delcy Rodríguez defended a controversial oil deal with US President Donald Trump, insisting the country retains ownership of its reserves. The agreement has sparked outrage from both the opposition and Rodríguez's own political movement.
The Guardian World · 30 Aug, 18:26
Niger junta survives soldier mutiny with help from Russian paramilitary force
Niger's ruling military junta put down a mutiny by young soldiers in the capital Niamey after Russia's Africa Corps intervened with ground and air support. Fighting centered on the international airport and the presidential district.
France 24 · 30 Aug, 18:25
Guinea-Bissau holds referendum to reshape presidential powers
Guinea-Bissau voted on Sunday in a referendum on shifting to a presidential system ahead of December elections, while opposition groups called for a boycott, warning it would entrench the junta leader's power.
Deutsche Welle · 30 Aug, 17:32
Nepal flood death toll tops 750, more than 3,000 still missing
Four days after devastating floods hit Nepal, the confirmed death toll has surpassed 750, while more than 3,000 people remain missing. Hopes of finding survivors are fading fast.
France 24 · 30 Aug, 17:32
Two injured as Russian drone attack sparks fires in Kyiv Oblast
Two people were injured on 30 August when a Russian drone attack caused fires in two districts of Kyiv Oblast. No fatalities were reported.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 30 Aug, 17:29
Ship carrying nearly 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus, several dead and dozens missing
A passenger ship capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus on Sunday with nearly 270 people aboard, leaving several dead and dozens missing as a rescue operation continues.
Euronews · 30 Aug, 16:33
Passenger ferry capsizes off Northern Cyprus, fatalities reported
A passenger ferry travelling from Kyrenia to Taşucu in Turkey has capsized off the coast of Northern Cyprus, with fatalities confirmed and rescue operations ongoing.
Delfi · 30 Aug, 16:32
Ukraine strikes Russia's second-largest oil refinery again in overnight attack
Ukraine carried out a major overnight strike on Russia's second-largest oil refinery, also hitting a military airfield and a drone launch site.
Euromaidan Press · 30 Aug, 16:26
Ferry carrying over 260 people capsizes off Cyprus coast
A catamaran-style ferry with 267 passengers and crew aboard capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus, with authorities confirming at least seven deaths and dozens still missing.
France 24 · 30 Aug, 16:25
At least six dead as ferry with nearly 270 aboard capsizes off northern Cyprus
A ferry carrying almost 270 passengers and crew capsized off Turkish-controlled northern Cyprus, killing at least six people while more than 172 were rescued.
The Guardian World · 30 Aug, 16:25
Google Maps Now Labels Lake Ontario as "Lake America" for U.S. Users
Google Maps has begun showing U.S. users a new name for Lake Ontario — "Lake America" — after President Trump signed an executive order last week.
The New York Times · 30 Aug, 16:25
New York City tightens cooling tower inspections after legionnaires' outbreaks
Following two deadly legionnaires' disease outbreaks in the past two summers, New York City is toughening cooling tower regulations and facing new lawsuits, while experts warn rising temperatures could increase future risk.
The Guardian World · 30 Aug, 15:29
Trump Administration Claims US Will Soon Get Most of Its Oil From Venezuela
The Trump administration has announced a new deal it says will allow the United States to soon obtain a majority of its oil from Venezuela, though the claim faces considerable skepticism.
NPR World · 30 Aug, 15:29
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Ukraine strikes Russia's second-largest oil refinery with drones
Ukraine's armed forces launched a drone strike overnight on Sunday against the Kirishi oil refinery near St. Petersburg, Ukraine's General Staff reported. The plant is considered one of Russia's largest refineries.
TVNET · 30 Aug, 15:27
Russia fires nearly 2,000 drones and 31 missiles at Kyiv over four days
Over the course of a week, Russia launched almost 2,000 attack drones, more than 1,600 guided bombs and 31 missiles at Ukraine, while Kyiv faces repeated strikes amid a shortage of air defense interceptors.
Euromaidan Press · 30 Aug, 15:27
Ferry with over 250 passengers capsizes off northern Cyprus coast
A catamaran-style ferry carrying more than 250 passengers capsized off northern Cyprus on Sunday, with authorities confirming fatalities. The vessel was sailing from Kyrenia to the Turkish port of Tasucu.
France 24 · 30 Aug, 15:26
Ukraine strikes oil refinery near St. Petersburg
Ukrainian forces carried out a strike on the Kirishi oil refinery near St. Petersburg in Russia overnight into Sunday, Ukraine's military General Staff reported.
Apollo.lv · 30 Aug, 15:26
Passenger boat carrying around 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus
A passenger vessel carrying roughly 270 people has capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus, triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation. Officials say the situation remains very serious even as some passengers have already been brought ashore.
BBC World · 30 Aug, 15:25
Khamenei calls on Gulf states to unite against shared 'real enemy'
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has urged Gulf rulers to confront what he called their real enemy, as Iran maintains restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic efforts to ease tensions remain stalled.
Al Jazeera · 30 Aug, 14:30
Prosecutors weigh charges against 12 former officers in spycops scandal
The UK's Crown Prosecution Service is considering whether to bring criminal charges against 12 former undercover police officers linked to the spycops scandal. The case follows an investigation into Mark Kennedy, who deceived several women into relationships while concealing his identity as a police spy.
The Guardian World · 30 Aug, 14:28
Icelanders reject bid to restart EU accession talks in tight referendum
Iceland has voted against restarting negotiations to join the European Union in a closely fought referendum. Opponents secured 52.8% of the vote, while 47.2% backed resuming the talks.
Euronews · 30 Aug, 14:28
Iceland Votes Against Resuming EU Membership Talks
Following a divisive national debate, a majority of Icelandic voters rejected a proposal to resume negotiations on joining the European Union, the national broadcaster reported.
The New York Times · 30 Aug, 14:26
Himalayan flood death toll reaches 750, over 3,000 still missing
The confirmed death toll from devastating floods and mudslides in Nepal and China's Tibet region has risen to 750, while more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for. Authorities announced the figures on Sunday.
Apollo.lv · 30 Aug, 14:26
Rescuers in Nepal and China continue search operations; 33 Latvian citizens among missing
Search and rescue operations have entered a fifth day in the Himalayas along the Nepal-China border following a glacier collapse that triggered devastating mudslides. Latvia's Foreign Ministry has confirmed that 33 Latvian citizens are listed as missing.
LSM (rus) · 30 Aug, 14:25
Kyiv hit by daytime drone attack, fire breaks out
Kyiv came under a Russian drone attack on the afternoon of August 30, sparking a fire in the Shevchenkivskyi district, while drone debris damaged a café building's facade in the Holosiivskyi district. No casualties have been reported so far.
Ukrainska Pravda · 30 Aug, 14:25
Himalayan flood and landslide death toll rises to 750
The confirmed death toll from catastrophic floods and landslides in Nepal and China's Tibet region has reached 750, with more than 3,000 people still missing.
Jauns.lv · 30 Aug, 14:24