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Gaza hospital reports total shortage of cancer medicines amid ongoing Israeli strikes

Officials at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Gaza say all cancer treatment medicines have run out, as Israeli military strikes on the territory continue.

Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 23:25

Nepal Rescuers Drill Through Tunnels to Reach Nearly 900 Workers Missing After Floods

In Nepal, army-led rescue teams are boring through tunnels to try to reach roughly 900 workers missing after severe flooding, having made contact with trapped workers more than a day after the flood struck.

The New York Times · 29 Aug, 23:25

Kitten rescued from excavator becomes construction company's mascot

US construction workers freed a kitten trapped inside an excavator's frame, and it now has its own tiny helmet and safety vest. The company let social media followers choose its name.

Jauns.lv · 29 Aug, 23:24

Netanyahu condemns 'criminal acts of violence' by settlers in West Bank villages

Dozens of Israeli settlers attacked the Palestinian village of Qusra in the occupied West Bank on Saturday, prompting rare condemnation from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who called the violence criminal. The attack followed weeks of tensions in the area.

France 24 · 29 Aug, 22:32

US judge rejects Trump administration bid to deport pro-Palestinian students

A US federal judge ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to deport pro-Palestinian students, criticising the effort as an infringement on foreign students' freedom of speech.

Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 22:29

Norway's new king pays tribute to 'my dear father' in first address

King Haakon of Norway gave his first address to the nation after the death of his father, King Harald, emphasising unity and family, while the country enters mourning. He will take the oath of allegiance in parliament on Tuesday.

BBC World · 29 Aug, 22:27

Russia strikes Ukraine's largest Danube port for third time this month, hitting grain trucks

Russian forces attacked Ukraine's largest Danube port for the third time this month, striking during the peak wheat harvest. In the Izmail district, five grain-loaded trucks were destroyed and three more damaged.

Euromaidan Press · 29 Aug, 22:26

General Staff: 175 combat clashes on front in a day, most attacks near Kostiantynivka and Pokrovsk

The Ukrainian General Staff reported 175 combat clashes over the past day, with the highest number of attacks on the Kostiantynivka (19) and Pokrovsk (17) directions.

Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 22:25

Daughter traces mother and aunt's last known location in Nepal through TikTok video

A British family tracked down a TikTok video revealing the last known whereabouts of two women missing in Nepal near the Chinese border. Devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet have killed at least 675 people, with more than 3,000 still missing.

The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 21:31

Ukrainska Pravda investigative reporter followed in Lviv for two days

The head of Ukrainska Pravda's investigative journalism team says one of his staff members has been under surveillance in Lviv for two days. He published photos of the vehicles and men involved, asking the public for information.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 29 Aug, 21:30

Turkiye summons Ukraine's ambassador after Black Sea vessel attacks

Turkiye has summoned Ukraine's ambassador following two attacks this week on Turkish-operated vessels linked to the Russia-Ukraine war. The incidents took place in the Black Sea.

Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 21:29

Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK

British commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported from the US to the UK on Friday after being detained by immigration authorities. Officials said he had overstayed his visa since arriving in 2019.

BBC World · 29 Aug, 21:28

Russia has postponed its Donetsk region deadline 16 times, analyst says

Ukrainian military analyst Denys Popovych says Russia's deadline for capturing the entire Donetsk region has been pushed back 16 times, with the current pace of advance offering no sign the goal will be reached soon.

Latvijas Avīze · 29 Aug, 21:26

Car of deputy head of Olenivka penal colony blown up in occupied Donetsk

Overnight into August 29, an explosive device destroyed the car of Dmytro Neyelov, first deputy head of the Olenivka penal colony, who is suspected of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians. His current condition remains unknown.

Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 21:24

Kazakhstan's government steps down as newly elected Kurultai convenes

Kazakhstan's new unicameral parliament, the Kurultai, held its first session in Astana, prompting the government to step down under the country's new constitution. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called it the start of a major overhaul of the political system.

Euronews · 29 Aug, 20:30

Kanye West reportedly pocketed millions from concerts that never happened this summer

Rapper Kanye West, who reportedly demands half his fee upfront, kept nearly £18.7 million this summer from several planned concerts that ultimately were cancelled. Industry figures warn the pattern could damage his reputation.

Delfi · 29 Aug, 20:30

Nearly 3,000 still missing after deadly floods on Nepal-Tibet border

Confirmed deaths from flash floods and landslides on the Nepal-Tibet border have reached 682, with nearly 3,000 people still missing. Rescue teams face added danger from an upstream lake at risk of bursting its banks.

France 24 · 29 Aug, 20:29

Israeli attacks across Gaza kill two people, hospital supply warehouse hit

Israeli attacks in multiple locations across the Gaza Strip have killed at least two people and struck a hospital supply warehouse. Gaza's Health Ministry says the death toll continues to rise, with some victims still trapped under rubble.

Al Jazeera · 29 Aug, 20:29

Russia extends diesel export ban after record wave of oil refinery strikes

Russia's government has extended its ban on direct producers exporting diesel, marine fuel and gasoil until 30 September, following a record number of Ukrainian strikes on refineries in August. The restrictions are deepening domestic fuel shortages and tightening global diesel supply.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 29 Aug, 20:28

Video: Russian recruit's grenade launcher misfires straight at his own feet

A video circulating on Ukrainian Telegram channels shows a Russian army recruit at a training range accidentally firing an anti-tank grenade launcher round right next to his own feet. The round did not detonate, though the incident could have ended tragically.

Latvijas Avīze · 29 Aug, 20:27

Far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detained and then deported British far-right media figure Milo Yiannopoulos over an expired stay authorization and a final removal order. UK sources cited by the Telegraph say he was flown back to Britain.

The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 20:26

EU discusses new Russia sanctions package covering around 1,600 candidates

The EU is discussing a new sanctions package against Russia that could target roughly 1,600 individuals and entities, with adoption expected in mid-October.

Ukrainska Pravda · 29 Aug, 20:26

Experts: Ratcliffe's Moscow visit signals US focus on European security and Ukraine's fate

Experts interviewed by Latvian Television say the visit of CIA Director John Ratcliffe to Moscow shows that Washington remains focused on European security and Ukraine's future. They stress that the Baltic states must keep actively explaining their interests to the US.

Apollo.lv · 29 Aug, 20:25

Nepal-Tibet landslide death toll nears 700

The death toll from a flash flood and subsequent landslide on the Nepal-Tibet border has risen to 682, with about 2,400 people still missing, Estonian broadcaster ERR reports.

ERR (rus) · 29 Aug, 20:25

Iran war hits six-month mark, with conflict costing US taxpayers $1,100 each

Six months into the war, Iran's leadership has consolidated around a hardline core of generals and clerics prepared for a prolonged standoff with the US, while France 24 estimates the conflict has cost around $1,100 per US taxpayer.

France 24 · 29 Aug, 20:19

Cleverly quits shadow cabinet to bid for London mayor

Former UK home and foreign secretary James Cleverly has resigned from the Conservative shadow cabinet to run for mayor of London, aiming to become the party's candidate for the 2028 race against incumbent Sadiq Khan.

The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 20:18

Six months into war, Iran's leadership consolidates around hardline core

Six months after the conflict began, Iran's leadership has coalesced around military generals and clerics prepared for a long confrontation with the US. An analysis found the war has cost around $1,100 per US taxpayer so far.

France 24 · 29 Aug, 20:18

James Cleverly quits shadow cabinet to run for London mayor

Conservative politician James Cleverly has resigned from the shadow cabinet to seek the party's nomination for London mayor in the 2028 election. He is seen as one of the most senior Tory figures to pursue the role in recent years.

The Guardian World · 29 Aug, 20:17

At least 37 killed in Russian strike on ammunition depot near Kyiv, many victims were care home residents

A Russian strike on the village of Myla near Kyiv set off a chain of explosions at an ammunition warehouse, killing at least 37 people, including 20 residents of a nearby care home. Ukraine's president has promised accountability for negligence.

Meduza · 29 Aug, 20:17

Russian strike near Kyiv kills 37 in one of the year's deadliest attacks

A Russian strike near Kyiv has killed at least 37 people, making it one of the deadliest attacks of the year. The strike comes amid three days of near-constant drone attacks across Ukraine.

NPR World · 29 Aug, 20:17

No Latvian citizens yet found among rescued in Nepal floods

Nepalese authorities have published lists of rescued and missing people following glacier-triggered floods, but no Latvian nationals appear among those rescued so far. Latvia's Foreign Ministry is working to correct the lists and is asking relatives to submit DNA samples.

Delfi · 29 Aug, 20:17

Russian strike near Kyiv leaves 37 dead

A Russian strike near Kyiv has killed 37 people, making it one of the deadliest attacks on Ukraine this year. The strike comes as the country endures 72 hours of near-constant drone attacks.

NPR World · 29 Aug, 20:15

Rinkēvičs on Latvian citizens missing in Nepal: "We really hope to receive good news"

President Edgars Rinkēvičs says Latvia's diplomatic service continues working to locate Latvian citizens missing in Nepal, though the effort is hampered by widespread destruction in the country. Two days after devastating floods, search operations for survivors are ongoing in Nepal.

Jauns.lv · 29 Aug, 20:15

House catches fire in Kyiv after drone debris hits it, following deadly earlier strikes

A house in Kyiv's Dniprovskyi district caught fire on the evening of 29 August after debris from a Russian drone landed on it, hours after earlier strikes in the capital killed a two-year-old girl and injured eight people.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 29 Aug, 20:15