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'I Was So Wrong': Iranians Say Trump's Promises Never Materialized
As President Trump struggles to pull the United States out of the war with Iran, his promises to Iranian protesters have fallen by the wayside. Many who once trusted his commitments now say they were mistaken.
The New York Times · 7 Aug, 19:17
US Appeals Court Halts Construction of Trump's $400 Million White House Ballroom
A US federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration cannot continue building a massive White House ballroom without congressional approval, siding with historic preservationists. The court paused its own ruling for two weeks to allow an appeal to the Supreme Court.
France 24 · 7 Aug, 19:17
Romania scrambles jets twice in two days after drone incursions
Romanian fighter jets shot down drones in two separate incidents on Friday and Saturday after the aircraft entered the country's airspace without authorization.
Politico Europe · 7 Aug, 19:17
US Senate opens debate on Graham-backed Russia sanctions bill
The US Senate began debating a Russia sanctions bill co-authored by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, with a vote possibly coming the same day before recess.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Aug, 19:16
Search for missing three-year-old Bella in Germany ends in tragedy - girl drowned in family's pool
A massive search operation in Germany for a missing three-year-old girl named Bella ended when she was found dead in her family's backyard pool, with police admitting the pool was not fully checked earlier.
Jauns.lv · 7 Aug, 19:15
Teen gunman kills seven in shooting at Thai home and school near Bangkok
A 14-year-old boy shot dead his grandparents and five teachers before killing himself in an attack near Bangkok, leaving at least 23 injured. The incident has renewed calls for stricter gun control in Thailand.
BBC World · 7 Aug, 18:22
Analysis finds Russia-linked accounts amplified far-right narrative during Ceuta migration crisis
A counter-disinformation group found accounts tied to the Russian military reached over 500,000 people with far-right messaging in the early days of the Ceuta crisis, in what researchers describe as an unusually fast and organised disinformation surge.
The Guardian World · 7 Aug, 18:22
Shrinking Danube Exposes Nazi-Era Shipwrecks, Highlighting Heat's Toll
Extreme heat across Europe has caused the Danube River's water levels to drop sharply, uncovering sunken German vessels from World War II that are now obstructing river traffic.
The New York Times · 7 Aug, 18:21
Finland closes wildlife crossings on Russian border to curb swine fever
Finland's Border Guard is temporarily closing all wildlife passages built into the fence along its eastern border after African swine fever was detected in the country. Passages on the southeastern border section have been closed since August 1.
ERR (rus) · 7 Aug, 18:20
Ten Nations Develop New FREYJA Air Defense System for Ukraine, Targeting Early 2027
Ten countries are combining Ukrainian-made missiles and launchers with European radars and sensors to build a new air defense system called FREYJA, aiming for readiness by early 2027. The project responds to a widening gap in Ukraine's air defenses exposed by Russian strikes.
Euromaidan Press · 7 Aug, 18:20
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Greek town mayor arrested over suspected deliberate wildfire near Athens
Greek authorities on Friday placed a town mayor and two other people in pre-trial detention on suspicion of deliberately starting a forest fire near Athens.
Apollo.lv · 7 Aug, 18:17
Concerts by pro-Assad singers cancelled in Syria after public protests
Residents in Homs and elsewhere in Syria tore down posters protesting concerts by singers who had previously praised ousted president Bashar al-Assad, leading to several cancellations and public apologies.
France 24 · 7 Aug, 18:17
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign mutual defense agreement
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed a joint defense agreement, pledging to strengthen collective security and promote stability in the region. Under the pact, an attack on one of the three nations will be treated as an attack on all of them.
LSM · 7 Aug, 18:14
Russia squeezes independent gas stations out of its fuel market
Unable to boost overall fuel output, Russia is channeling available supply toward state-linked major oil companies, pushing independent gas station operators out of the market.
Euromaidan Press · 7 Aug, 17:20
Ukraine's Central Bank Estimates Billions in Losses From Halted Sea Exports
Ukraine's National Bank projects direct export revenue losses of over $2 billion in the second half of 2026 due to the suspension of Black Sea shipping. Alternative routes cannot fully replace lost maritime capacity.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 7 Aug, 17:19
Ukrainian activist infiltrates video conference of Russian defense sector officials
Ukrainian activist Yevhen Volnov says he joined a closed video call of Russian defense sector officials discussing the military budget, causing panic among participants. He previously infiltrated a similar call of Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Latvijas Avīze · 7 Aug, 17:15
EU sanctions five Russian defense industry executives over missile production
The EU has frozen assets and imposed travel bans on five Russian company executives whose plants manufacture precision components for the Iskander-M and Sarmat missiles. Three more executives linked to drone software, military radios and space weapons technology were also sanctioned.
Euromaidan Press · 7 Aug, 16:21
Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September, plans meeting with abuse survivors
The Vatican announced Pope Leo XIV will make a four-day visit to France in late September, during which he will meet with survivors of clergy sexual abuse. The trip will include stops in Paris, Lourdes and Metz.
France 24 · 7 Aug, 16:21
Remains of trafficked Texas teen identified years after murder — family says police failed her
Advanced DNA testing has confirmed that remains found in 2020 belong to Kristen Galvan, a 15-year-old Houston girl trafficked and murdered, with her family saying law enforcement missed repeated chances to protect and identify her.
The Guardian World · 7 Aug, 16:19
Trump administration reportedly preparing order on vaccines and autism
The Trump administration may issue an executive order on vaccines and autism as early as next week, Reuters reports, driven by the president's personal interest despite studies finding no link.
BNN · 7 Aug, 16:16
Tallinn collects resident tips to target rodent control efforts
The Põhja-Tallinn district government is gathering public reports on rat and mouse sightings through mid-August to focus pest control where it's needed most. Experts say sloppy waste handling is a key driver of rodent spread.
ERR News · 7 Aug, 15:23
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing Seeks Legitimacy Through Thailand Visit
Myanmar's military-leader-turned-president Min Aung Hlaing wrapped up a two-day trip to Thailand aimed at presenting his government as legitimate after years of diplomatic isolation.
Deutsche Welle · 7 Aug, 15:23
Storm brings floods and landslides to Austria's western mountain regions
A powerful storm has caused flooding and landslides in the mountainous areas of western Austria, authorities report.
Apollo.lv · 7 Aug, 15:21
Nationalist Rodina Party Sues to Disqualify Yabloko From Duma Elections
Russia's nationalist Rodina party has filed a Supreme Court lawsuit seeking to bar the liberal Yabloko party from September's State Duma elections, alleging disloyalty and unspecified financial violations. Yabloko has threatened to sue Rodina's leader for defamation in response.
The Moscow Times · 7 Aug, 15:17
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed pulls off narrow win in Michigan Senate primary
Left-wing candidate Abdul El-Sayed has narrowly defeated an establishment-backed rival in Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, a race seen as a test of the party's future direction.
France 24 · 7 Aug, 15:16
ISW: Russia continues forming combat units from Ukrainian POWs
The US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reports that Russia is continuing to form combat units using Ukrainian prisoners of war, in violation of the Geneva Convention.
LSM · 7 Aug, 15:16
Tensions rise between Houthis and Saudi Arabia as strikes hit Yemen
Tensions between Yemen's Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia have escalated since the US-Israel war on Iran began, with strikes reported in Yemen and Saudi Arabia bracing for possible further attacks, Al Jazeera reports.
Al Jazeera · 7 Aug, 14:21
Trump Signs Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship as Iran Threatens to Bar US Ships From Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump says he has signed two new executive orders aimed at birthright citizenship, while Iran has signaled intent to block US vessels from the Strait of Hormuz.
NPR World · 7 Aug, 14:21
Thailand: 14-year-old kills grandparents before opening fire at school
A 14-year-old student in Thailand shot his grandparents at home before carrying out a shooting at his school near Bangkok, then killed himself. The attack ranks among the country's deadliest mass killings since 2022.
France 24 · 7 Aug, 14:20
Black barrister recounts racism after being denied parking at London court
British barrister Stephen Akinsanya says a security guard barred him from a London court's car park, claiming it was reserved for defendants, reviving debate about racism in the UK justice system.
The Guardian World · 7 Aug, 14:18
Trump: ‘We want missiles too,’ responding to Ukraine’s calls for more Patriots
US President Donald Trump gave an evasive answer to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's appeals for more Patriot interceptor missiles, saying the US wants missiles too. It remains unclear whether this signals a refusal of further deliveries.
Meduza · 7 Aug, 14:17
Poland's anti-Ukrainian rhetoric eases online, but hate crime reports climb
An employment agency assisting Ukrainians in Poland found that social media users pushed back against xenophobia more often in July, even as Polish-Ukrainian historical disputes deepen and suspected hate-crime reports rise.
Euromaidan Press · 7 Aug, 14:15
Opinion: Trump administration's assault on science risks harming America itself
A Guardian columnist warns that the Trump administration's efforts to subject science to political control and restrict international academic cooperation will ultimately damage the United States. He argues new funding rules and visa restrictions threaten America's scientific standing and global influence.
The Guardian Science · 7 Aug, 13:21
Euronews rounds up the day's top stories in midday bulletin
Euronews published its midday news bulletin for August 7th, offering a brief overview of major developments across Europe and the world. The broadcast covers several topic areas without detailing specific individual stories in text form.
Euronews · 7 Aug, 13:21
Australian Rescuers Battle Extreme Conditions in Antarctic Medevac Mission
An Australian flight crew carried out a risky medical evacuation mission in Antarctica to rescue a U.S. national, facing harsh weather conditions.
The New York Times · 7 Aug, 13:20
FSB Raids Crypto Exchanges in Moscow's Business District, Arrests Over 20
Russia's FSB, together with the Interior Ministry, raided nine unauthorized crypto exchange offices in the Moscow City business district, arresting more than 20 people suspected of laundering money stolen by phone fraudsters.
The Moscow Times · 7 Aug, 13:17