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Ukraine and Norway sign Drone Deal and strategic partnership declaration
In Kyiv, President Zelensky and Norwegian Prime Minister Støre signed a strategic partnership declaration and a so-called Drone Deal, deepening cooperation in defense and energy.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Aug, 21:38
Thousands of families flee fighting in Sudan's North Kordofan state
Fighting in Sudan's North Kordofan state has forced thousands of families to flee their homes. Mothers and children are facing severe shortages of food and safety.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 21:36
Why haven't we met aliens yet? Readers offer their own theories
Responding to an article on the puzzle of alien contact, Guardian readers propose several alternative explanations, from the lack of fossil fuels to a cosmic timing mismatch. The letters add fresh angles to the ongoing debate around the Fermi paradox.
The Guardian Science · 23 Aug, 20:43
Russian drones strike Mondelēz plant in Sumy Oblast again, five workers injured
Russian drones struck a factory owned by US corporation Mondelēz International in Trostianets, Sumy Oblast, injuring five workers in the latest of several attacks on the site this year.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 23 Aug, 20:42
Ukraine marks National Flag Day with moment of silence for war dead
Ukraine observed National Flag Day, a holiday established in 2004, with citizens holding a minute of silence for those killed in the war.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 20:41
Collapse of Canada-US trade talks signals negotiating with Trump may be futile, analysts warn
Trade talks between Canada and the US collapsed just before a deadline, triggering 50% US tariffs on $20bn of Canadian goods, with observers warning that dialogue with the current administration may be doomed from the start.
The Guardian World · 23 Aug, 20:39
Andy Burnham's foreign policy: continuity over change
A Guardian editorial observes that new UK prime minister Andy Burnham's foreign policy largely continues his predecessor's approach toward the EU and US, with little innovation shown so far. It warns that a coming global crisis is likely to test his ability to connect domestic priorities with international strategy.
Guardian Ukraina · 23 Aug, 20:38
Trump attends Washington's first high-speed IndyCar street race
US President Donald Trump watched the first professional street race held in Washington DC on Sunday, capping a summer of events marking the country's 250th anniversary. A new Air Force One performed a flyover as the race concluded.
BBC World · 23 Aug, 20:37
Thousands in Indiana still without power 12 days after severe storms
Twelve days after a destructive storm hit Gary, Indiana, tens of thousands of residents remain without electricity, struggling with food, hygiene and medication problems.
BBC World · 23 Aug, 19:41
Zelenskyy denies Ukraine's involvement in Nord Stream sabotage, offers investigation support
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine had no role in planning or carrying out the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage and reaffirmed the country's willingness to assist ongoing investigations.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 23 Aug, 19:40
Macron to Host Saudi Crown Prince MBS in Paris for Talks
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Paris, with energy, regional conflicts and bilateral cooperation set to top the agenda.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 19:39
The Telegraph: Russia launches wave of sabotage attacks on European arms factories
Western intelligence sources say Russia has begun a new wave of sabotage against arms factories across Europe, recruiting local criminal gangs to maintain deniability. Attacks have hit facilities in Estonia, Czechia, Lithuania, Bulgaria and Italy.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Aug, 19:38
Power Still Cut Off for Over 200,000 Households
As of Sunday afternoon, around 202,000 customers of grid operator Sadales tīkls were still without electricity, though the number is steadily declining.
Apollo.lv · 23 Aug, 18:42
France links surge in drowning deaths to summer heatwaves
French officials say 301 people have drowned since 19 June, a 14% rise on last year, as the government blames prolonged heatwaves for pushing people to swim in unsupervised waters.
BBC World · 23 Aug, 18:42
Russia demands other countries ban pickets outside its embassies during State Duma election
Russia's Foreign Ministry has accused Baltic and other Western states of pressuring Russian citizens abroad and asked their governments to ban protests near Russian embassies during the State Duma vote. The election will take place September 18-20.
Jauns.lv · 23 Aug, 18:38
Iran's President: Country Has Not Become 'Another Venezuela' Despite War and Sanctions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country has withstood pressure he describes as a full-scale war. He stressed that, unlike Venezuela, Iran has not collapsed under the strain.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 18:37
Zelensky: Putin May Draft 300,000 More Troops After Russian Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia is preparing to draft an additional 300,000 troops after its September parliamentary elections, part of a wider mobilization push. He also warned of a difficult winter of energy strikes and a $27 billion defense funding gap.
The Moscow Times · 23 Aug, 17:42
Trump again claims Strait of Hormuz as US territory, Iran warns it stays shut
US President Donald Trump has once more posted a map depicting the Strait of Hormuz as American territory, while Iranian officials say the waterway will remain closed until Washington changes its behaviour.
Euronews · 23 Aug, 17:42
Burnham skips No 10 North on wedding day after bride's TikTok plea
Manchester mayor Andy Burnham stayed away from the No 10 North building on Saturday so as not to disrupt Sarah Burwin's wedding photos, after she asked him online to keep clear. He sent the newlyweds a video message instead.
The Guardian World · 23 Aug, 17:41
Zelensky Says Ex-Defense Minister Was Wrong to Call for Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his former defense minister was mistaken in publicly calling for elections during the war. Zelensky reiterated his long-standing position that holding elections now would tear the country apart.
The New York Times · 23 Aug, 17:39
Ukraine's ousted defense minister confirms drone operation planning targeting Moscow airports
Ukraine's former defense minister has confirmed that an operation was planned to use autonomous, AI-powered drones to strike Moscow's airports and disrupt air traffic.
Euromaidan Press · 23 Aug, 17:39
PM Tarique Rahman's trip stalled: Hasina dispute continues to strain Bangladesh-India ties
India and Bangladesh remain unable to resolve the contentious issue of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who lives in New Delhi, a dispute that has also stalled a planned trip by Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 17:38
Danish PM urges Europe to supply Ukraine with Patriot missiles
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called on Western partners to provide Ukraine with missiles for Patriot air defence systems, stressing this is needed before winter. She said the decision is a matter of political will, though the US holds the production license.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Aug, 17:35
Ex-Defence Minister Fedorov Presses Zelenskyy to Say Whether He Knew About Corruption Near Him
Former Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy owes the public an answer on whether he knew of possible corruption in his inner circle. The comments follow an investigation into an alleged money-laundering scheme allegedly involving a senior Office of the President official.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 23 Aug, 16:40
DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
The DR Congo government and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have agreed a roadmap for peace negotiations in Switzerland, though key disputes remain unresolved.
BBC World · 23 Aug, 16:40
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake hits Japan, dozens injured
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck Japan early Sunday morning, injuring dozens of people. No tsunami threat has been reported.
ERR (rus) · 23 Aug, 16:40
Six Nordic-Baltic leaders visit Kyiv as Norway pledges $9 billion for 2027
Six Nordic-Baltic leaders traveled to Kyiv to join Ukraine's State Flag Day events ahead of Independence Day and held talks with the Ukrainian president. Norway announced a $9 billion support figure for 2027.
Euromaidan Press · 23 Aug, 16:39
Record heat in Europe: could this summer mark a climate turning point?
Europe has recorded extreme temperatures this summer, causing droughts, deaths and devastating wildfires, raising the question of whether the season will push politicians to take climate change more seriously.
France 24 · 23 Aug, 16:38
Russian drone strikes train in Kharkiv region, killing one passenger and injuring four
A Russian drone hit an electric train running from Lozova to Kharkiv, killing one passenger and injuring four others, even though the train had been stopped and partially evacuated beforehand.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Aug, 16:37
Iceland heads to referendum on resuming EU accession talks
On August 29, Iceland will hold a referendum on whether to resume negotiations for joining the European Union. The vote carries mostly symbolic and political weight, since Iceland is already closely economically integrated with the EU.
LSM · 23 Aug, 16:35
Zelenskyy warns wartime elections risk splitting Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected calls for wartime elections, saying the move could fracture the country as Russia stockpiles ballistic missiles. He also detailed Ukraine's urgent need for air defence ahead of winter.
Guardian Ukraina · 23 Aug, 15:43
Experts say Mangione's state murder case unlikely to survive after federal plea
After Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking charges tied to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, legal experts say New York's state murder case is unlikely to proceed, though a small chance remains.
The Guardian World · 23 Aug, 15:41
Zelenskyy warns wartime elections could 'destroy' Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sharply criticized a proposal to hold elections during wartime, warning it could split the country at a critical moment.
Al Jazeera · 23 Aug, 15:39
Ukraine's drone forces claim hits on two Russian fighter jets and eight radar stations
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces report 14 successful strikes in Russia's Rostov and Krasnodar regions and occupied Crimea, including two fighter jets and eight radar installations.
Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Aug, 15:39
Zelensky: wartime elections would 'destroy' Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected the idea of holding elections during the war, warning it would split the country, after ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov called for a vote to be organised.
France 24 · 23 Aug, 15:37
Russia withdraws ambassador to UK amid rising pressure over Ukraine support
Russia quietly withdrew its ambassador to the UK, Andrey Kelin, last month after seven years in the post, with no successor yet named. The move follows sharpened rhetoric from Moscow after Britain's supply of attack drones to Ukraine came to light.
Guardian Ukraina · 23 Aug, 14:43