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New US sanctions on Iran could also reach Russia
The US is preparing its toughest sanctions yet on Iran, aiming to force buyers of Iranian oil to choose between trading with Tehran and maintaining ties with Washington. The move could indirectly affect Russia, which continues its war against Ukraine.
LSM · 22 Aug, 10:35
Kryvyi Rih death toll rises to 16 as Russia's war on Ukraine continues
The death toll from Russia's strike on Kryvyi Rih has risen to 16, with more civilian casualties reported in Kyiv, Kherson, the Sumy region and the Zaporizhzhia region, while Ukrainian drones struck an Ozon logistics hub in Russia for the first time.
LSM (rus) · 22 Aug, 10:35
Lithium battery fires at UK recycling centres now cost £1bn a year, figures show
Wrongly discarded lithium batteries, including those from vapes, are causing over 10 fires a week at UK recycling centres, industry figures show, with waste bosses calling the situation a crisis. The industry is urging a £5 deposit scheme for vape sales.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 09:42
Ukraine strikes Ozon logistics hub in Russia's Samara region; two killed in attacks on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia area
Overnight on August 22, Ukrainian drones struck a logistics center of Russian retailer Ozon in the Samara region, while Russian strikes on Kyiv and the Zaporizhzhia region killed two people.
ERR (rus) · 22 Aug, 09:36
Russian ballistic missile hits railway facility in Kyiv's Darnytsia district, one worker killed
Russian forces struck a railway facility in Kyiv's Darnytsia district with a ballistic missile overnight on 21-22 August, killing one employee, while a separate strike damaged a railway station in Odesa Oblast.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 22 Aug, 09:03
Ukrainian flag raised outside European Commission building ahead of Independence Day
The Ukrainian flag has been raised outside the European Commission's headquarters in Brussels ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day on August 24. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the news on social media.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 08:59
As Russian missile strikes on Kyiv intensify, residents brace for a darker winter ahead
Russia has stepped up ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks, while Ukraine's military has run low on Patriot interceptors needed to stop them. Residents are again sheltering overnight in metro stations, and anxiety is growing over the coming winter without reliable heating or water.
Guardian Ukraina · 22 Aug, 08:04
Ukrainian forces strike Ozon logistics hub in Russia for the first time, sparking major fire
Ukraine's defence forces struck an Ozon marketplace logistics hub in Chapayevsk, Russia's Samara Oblast, overnight on 21-22 August, triggering a large fire at the facility.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 22 Aug, 08:04
Canada to match Trump's 50% tariffs dollar for dollar after trade talks collapse
Canada and the United States failed to reach a trade agreement by their midnight deadline, prompting Prime Minister Mark Carney to vow matching tariffs to protect Canadian workers and businesses. The US tariffs will affect roughly $20bn worth of Canadian exports.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 08:02
China builds vast artificial island for military base in South China Sea in under a year
China has completed the first construction phase of a new artificial island on Antelope Reef in the South China Sea, intended to host warships and combat aircraft. The site sits in disputed waters also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 08:02
Palestinian teen shot dead in West Bank settler attack, UN reacts
A 17-year-old Palestinian was killed and another person critically injured in a settler attack in the occupied West Bank, prompting a response from the UN.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 08:02
US imposes 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods
The United States enacted 50% tariffs on Canadian products worth $20 billion early Saturday, prompting Canada to vow immediate retaliation after last-minute talks collapsed.
NPR World · 22 Aug, 08:00
Canada and US halt trade talks as Ottawa vows dollar-for-dollar tariff response
New US tariffs on Canadian goods took effect after last-minute trade talks collapsed, prompting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to promise matching retaliatory tariffs.
BBC World · 22 Aug, 07:59
Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Collapse, New Tariffs Take Effect
Negotiations between Canada and the United States aimed at averting new tariffs have broken down after Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended the talks. Both countries will now impose duties on each other's goods.
The New York Times · 22 Aug, 07:59
Russian drone strike on Ukraine shopping centre kills 16
Russian drones hit a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing 16 people, in an attack the EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas called deliberate terror.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 07:03
Saxony-Anhalt premier warns of AfD rival ahead of pivotal state election
Ahead of the September 6 Saxony-Anhalt state election, where the AfD could become the strongest party for the first time, incumbent premier Sven Schulze (CDU) trails challenger Ulrich Siegmund in polls. In the campaign's final stretch, Schulze pushes economic solutions while accusing his rival of lacking real answers.
Politico Europe · 22 Aug, 07:02
Zelenskyy vows response after deadly Russian strike on Kryvyi Rih shopping centre
At least 16 people were killed and more than 130 wounded when Russian drones hit a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, prompting Zelenskyy to vow retaliation. Further deadly strikes hit Ukraine on Friday and Saturday.
Guardian Ukraina · 22 Aug, 07:01
US judge strikes down Trump-era immigrant visa ban covering 75 countries
A federal judge in Manhattan has ruled against the State Department's suspension of immigrant visas, which had affected people from 75 countries.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 07:00
Drones strike Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in Russia's Samara region
A fire broke out overnight on August 22 at the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in Russia's Samara region following a drone attack. The plant has been targeted repeatedly before, including in April and June.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 07:00
US Says Canada Rejected Trade Deal, New Tariffs to Take Effect
The US trade representative said Canada declined a deal that would have averted new tariffs. Tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods take effect at midnight.
The New York Times · 22 Aug, 06:59
Russian drones hit Ukrainian shopping centre twice, killing at least 15
Two Russian drones struck a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih on Friday, killing at least 15 people and wounding 130, including 23 children. President Zelensky called the strike a deliberate attack on emergency responders.
France 24 · 22 Aug, 06:06
Two Ukrainian interceptor drones added to UFDS combat simulator
Ukraine's UFDS combat simulator has been updated with two domestically developed interceptor drones, the P1-SUN and Bullet, letting operators learn each model before handling the real hardware.
Euromaidan Press · 22 Aug, 06:02
US Postal Service pushes ahead with mail-voting rule despite court blocks
The US Postal Service has finalized a rule requiring states to share voter data before mail ballots are delivered, even though two federal court injunctions currently prevent it from taking effect.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 06:00
US plans to pay UN $725 million toward multibillion-dollar debt
The US administration has notified Congress of its intent to pay the UN $725 million to partially settle its accumulated debt. The sum covers less than 20% of the total debt, and as of August 21 the US had not yet transferred any funds.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 05:58
Former Ukrainian foreign minister: Putin won't risk open war with NATO — two simple reasons why
Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ohryzko says Russia lacks the resources for full-scale war against NATO, but will keep testing the West with hybrid warfare as its response remains slow and hesitant.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 05:04
Russian drone strike on Kryvyi Rih mall kills 15, second strike hits rescuers
A Russian daytime drone strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih killed 15 people and wounded 130, with a follow-up drone strike later targeting the emergency responders who arrived at the scene.
Euromaidan Press · 22 Aug, 05:02
Canada and US Still Short of Trade Deal as Deadline Nears
Hours before a US-imposed trade deadline, Canada and the US have yet to finalize an agreement, with Prime Minister Mark Carney facing pressure both to compromise and to hold firm.
BBC World · 22 Aug, 05:00
Russian drone strike on Kushuhum in Zaporizhzhia region kills one, injures four
Overnight on August 22, Russian occupying forces struck the village of Kushuhum in Zaporizhzhia district with a drone, killing one person and injuring four others.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 04:59
Trump calls strait of Hormuz 'American territory'
US President Donald Trump said he now regards the strait of Hormuz as 'American territory' while the US maintains a military blockade tied to its ongoing conflict with Iran. The war between the two nations is nearing six months with no peace deal reached.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 04:59
Palestinian-British girl, 6, dies days after family drowned off UK coast
Six-year-old Saja el-Khawas has died days after her mother, father and sister drowned off the UK coast on Tuesday. The family held both Palestinian and British nationality.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 04:58
Krivyi Rih mall hit by Russian drone strike belongs to Estonian investors
A Russian drone attack on Friday struck a crowded shopping mall in Krivyi Rih, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 130. The mall turns out to be owned by Cyprus-registered Arricano Real Estate, whose owners are Estonian.
ERR (rus) · 22 Aug, 04:06
ISW: Russia's North Korean-Supplied Missiles Could Threaten Kyiv and Six Other Regions
The Institute for the Study of War says Russia could use North Korean-supplied missiles to threaten Kyiv and six other Ukrainian regions, while continuing to stockpile weapons for periodic mass strikes.
Euromaidan Press · 22 Aug, 04:02
Man dressed as Darth Vader mocks San Diego's use of Flock surveillance cameras
A man dressed as Darth Vader used a San Diego city meeting to satirically endorse Flock Safety's license plate cameras, amid growing backlash against the surveillance company over misuse concerns.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 04:01
Finland summons Russian ambassador over suspected airspace violation
Finland's Foreign Ministry summoned Russia's ambassador demanding an explanation after a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft likely violated Finnish airspace on Thursday. The Finnish Border Guard has launched a preliminary investigation.
Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Aug, 04:00
California state senator overcomes pro-Israel spending to win special election
California state Senator Aisha Wahad won a recent special election despite millions of dollars in outside spending from pro-Israel groups working against her. The win is being described as the latest instance of a progressive candidate overcoming heavy external campaign funding.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 03:58
Rodina Sues to Remove Yabloko From Pskov Ballot After Winning Duma Removal
After successfully pushing to have Yabloko removed from Russia's State Duma election, the Rodina party has filed a lawsuit seeking to strip the liberal opposition party from the ballot in Pskov, the only region where it still holds legislative seats. The Pskov Regional Court is set to hear the case on August 25.
Meduza · 22 Aug, 03:08