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Ukrainian drone crews overwhelm US armored brigade in Germany exercise

Ukrainian drone operators rapidly knocked out US armored units during a war game in Germany, forcing the drill to bring them back. The result follows years and billions of dollars of US investment in counter-drone efforts.

Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 11:04

Wildfire in France's Landes forces 525 people to flee

A major wildfire in the Landes region of south-western France has forced 525 people to evacuate, with more than 1,100 hectares burned. No homes were destroyed, but authorities warned winds could worsen the situation.

Euronews · 14 Aug, 11:01

Kallas welcomes Israel's decision to extend mandates of two EU missions

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has welcomed Israel's decision to extend the mandates of two EU missions in Rafah and the West Bank until the end of June 2027. The missions aim to make border crossings safer and more efficient, support Palestinian police and promote regional stability.

ERR (rus) · 14 Aug, 10:02

New Wildfire in France's Landes Region Forces Evacuation of Hundreds

A new wildfire in southwestern France's Landes region has forced the evacuation of 525 residents and is threatening the village of Luglon. More than 500 firefighters and six aircraft are battling the blaze.

France 24 · 14 Aug, 10:01

US Carrier USS George Washington Heads to Middle East as Reports Cite Issues on USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has started moving toward the Middle East following reports of mental health and supply problems on the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a France 24 report by Monte Francis.

France 24 · 14 Aug, 09:13

Hot, dry weather becomes an unexpected Russian ally amid Ukraine's grain export impasse

Europe's heat and drought are disrupting Ukraine's grain exports, and Russia is seeking to exploit the situation, according to Lrytas, citing Newsweek.

Latvijas Avīze · 14 Aug, 09:06

Farage wins Clacton by-election amid boycott and financial probe

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage comfortably won the Clacton by-election on Friday, a contest boycotted by major parties and marked by record numbers of fringe candidates. He framed the vote as a clash between locals and the establishment, while facing an ongoing investigation into his finances.

Euronews · 14 Aug, 09:05

Ukrainian drones strike Ust-Luga port; Russian attacks kill civilians in Sumy and Kramatorsk

Overnight Ukrainian drone attacks caused a fire at Russia's Ust-Luga port and damaged a Wildberries warehouse. Russian strikes on Sumy region and Kramatorsk left several civilians dead and wounded.

ERR (rus) · 14 Aug, 09:01

British populist Farage retains parliamentary seat in battle against Count Binface

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has kept his parliamentary seat after an electoral contest against Count Binface.

LSM · 14 Aug, 08:59

'Unprecedented' Rainfall in Eastern Japan Kills Four, Strands Thousands at Airport

Heavy rains described as unprecedented have killed at least four people in eastern Japan, leaving nearly 7,000 stranded at Narita airport and triggering mass evacuations in Chiba prefecture.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 08:12

Lake Mead hits record low; water supply for three US states declining

Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States, located on the Arizona-Nevada border, has reached a record low. According to Al Jazeera, this is reducing water supplies for three US states.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 08:09

Trump orders Navy to revert to older steam catapults for launching jets off aircraft carriers

President Donald Trump has directed the US Navy to remove the advanced electromagnetic launch system from its newest aircraft carriers and return to older steam catapults, a move that could cost billions and follows years of his criticism of the new technology.

Euronews · 14 Aug, 08:05

Large wildfire reaches resort areas in Greece's Halkidiki peninsula

A large wildfire has broken out in the tourist-friendly Halkidiki peninsula in northern Greece and reached resort areas.

LSM · 14 Aug, 08:01

Putin makes first visit to Kuril Islands, speaks of Russians’ ‘genetic code of winners’ instead of compromise

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in the Kuril Islands for the first time, saying Russians carry the ‘genetic code of winners.’ The visit comes after Russia halted peace treaty talks with Japan, which had joined Western sanctions over the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Meduza · 14 Aug, 07:16

US investigators explain Ryanair flight incident: broken engine parts caused shattered window

A passenger was partially sucked out of a shattered window during a Ryanair flight last month; US investigators say broken engine parts caused the damage.

Sky News · 14 Aug, 07:15

Mali: 82 Soldiers Freed After Capture by Armed Groups in North

Mali's military has announced the release of 82 soldiers who had been held captive by Tuareg and al-Qaeda-linked armed groups in the country's northern region.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 07:12

Farage Skips Clacton By-Election Count After Police Warning Over Embarrassment Plot

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has said he will not attend the official declaration of the Clacton by-election result, citing police advice about an organised attempt to humiliate him. He had earlier told supporters he had secured a convincing victory.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 07:08

Alan Jones's former driver had to make breakfast and iron underpants, court hears

A Sydney court has heard that Alan Jones's former driver was tasked with household chores, including making breakfast and ironing underwear. The driver, complainant C, is the second alleged victim to testify in the broadcaster's indecent assault trial.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 06:04

UN, Palestinian ministry condemn Israeli settler siege of West Bank homes

The UN human rights office and the Palestinian Foreign Ministry have condemned a days-long Israeli settler siege of homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, calling it criminal and inhumane.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 06:02

US threatens Iran with unprecedented economic isolation

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened Iran with economic isolation 'like the world has never seen before', with new measures expected next week. Meanwhile, the US ambassador to Israel denounced a settler siege in the West Bank as 'a horrific act of terror'.

France 24 · 14 Aug, 06:01

Russia puts son of US health secretary on international wanted list

Russia has placed Conor Kennedy, son of US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., on an international wanted list, accusing him of participating in the war in Ukraine as a 'foreign mercenary'.

ERR (rus) · 14 Aug, 05:10

One killed, 15 injured in Russian strikes on Kramatorsk and Bilenke

Russian forces launched several aerial bomb strikes against Kramatorsk and the village of Bilenke in Donetsk region on the evening of August 13, killing one person and injuring 15, according to Governor Vadym Filashkin.

Meduza · 14 Aug, 05:08

Romania shuts last nuclear reactor as Danube hits record low amid drought

Romania has been forced to shut down the final operating reactor at its only nuclear plant because the drought-stricken Danube fell to record lows, a rare move that will immediately affect power supplies in neighboring Moldova.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 05:05

US lawmakers visit Vatican to discuss AI and meet Pope Leo XIV

A delegation of US lawmakers has traveled to the Vatican for talks on artificial intelligence and a meeting with the pope, reflecting the Catholic Church's growing focus on rapid technological change.

Politico Europe · 14 Aug, 05:04

Taipei seeks to dissolve China Unification Promotion Party

Taipei has initiated legal steps to dissolve the China Unification Promotion Party, led by a figure known as the 'White Wolf', citing alleged ties to Beijing.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 05:03

Finland backs €28.5 million power plant project as Ukraine braces for Russia’s next winter energy assault

Finland is supporting a €28.5 million power plant project in Ukraine to expand electricity generation capacity using Finnish technology, as the country prepares for Russia’s next winter energy attacks.

Euromaidan Press · 14 Aug, 04:09

Passenger train derails in southern England, 11 injured

A passenger train travelling from London Victoria to Eastbourne derailed near Lewes on Thursday. Three carriages overturned, leaving 11 people injured, including two seriously.

Jauns.lv · 14 Aug, 04:07

UK young jobseekers to take part in AI boot camps

The British government is launching an AI training pilot for young people not in work or education, aiming to improve their job prospects. The course will include practical AI skills and apprenticeships with local employers.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 04:03

NTSB Report: Engine Blade Hit Jet Window, Man Partly Sucked Outside

The National Transportation Safety Board has reported that an engine blade struck a jet's window, causing a man to be partly sucked outside; bird remains and feathers were found on the damaged engine.

The New York Times · 14 Aug, 04:00

UAE accuses Iran of attacks on two ADNOC vessels in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has accused Iran of attacking two ADNOC vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, describing the incident as piracy and a threat to global energy security. No injuries were reported.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 04:00

US disputes reports of trying conditions on carrier in Gulf

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has rejected reports of poor conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, calling them 'completely misrepresented'. The carrier has spent a record number of days at sea, with sailors reporting shortages and morale issues.

Deutsche Welle · 14 Aug, 03:09

Gaza City police chief killed in Israeli strikes

Gaza City police chief Jamal Abu Kamil was killed in the latest Israeli attacks, along with another person in Khan Younis.

Al Jazeera · 14 Aug, 03:03

CPS chief apologises for bail failures in case of serial rapist-murderer

The director of the Crown Prosecution Service has admitted that prosecutors failed to tell a court about ongoing investigations into Simon Levy before he was granted bail, allowing him to murder two women. He has apologised and announced extra hiring.

The Guardian World · 14 Aug, 03:03

Memorial ceremony honors 44 victims of capsized ferry

Mourners gathered at a memorial ceremony to pay tribute to the 44 people killed when a ferry capsized on Tuesday.

France 24 · 14 Aug, 02:06