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Anti-war politician and Kremlin critic Boris Nadezhdin flees Russia for France
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin, known for his anti-war stance, announced Monday he has left Russia, saying in a video from Paris that he is alive and free.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 17:49
Zelenskyy appoints chief negotiator Umerov to lead foreign intelligence
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has placed Rustem Umerov, the country's chief negotiator and former defense minister, in charge of the Foreign Intelligence Service as part of a broader security leadership reshuffle. Umerov's previous role will be filled by Ihor Klymenko.
Politico Europe · 3 Aug, 16:55
Repeated Russian missile-targeting failures may themselves violate the laws of war
A new Ukrainian war-crimes framework suggests that the repeated pattern of Russian missile targeting failures may be a violation of international law, moving beyond the debate of error versus method.
Euromaidan Press · 3 Aug, 16:52
Wildfire in France Exposes Unexploded WWII Shells
A wildfire in southwestern France has uncovered unexploded World War II shells, forcing bomb disposal teams to secure the area before evacuated residents can return home.
Euronews · 3 Aug, 16:52
Tartu junk playground returns for second summer
The Estonian National Adventure Playground in Tartu has reopened for August, giving children aged 6–16 a free space to build and play with scrap materials near the Estonian National Museum.
ERR News · 3 Aug, 16:51
Wildfires continue near Athens; two killed in helicopter collision
Greek firefighters are still battling wildfires near Athens, where two helicopters collided on Sunday, killing two crew members. Hundreds of homes have been destroyed and around 10,000 hectares have burned.
Delfi · 3 Aug, 16:51
Drone debris kills six on Russian beach; residents say no warning was given
Debris from a downed drone killed six people, including three children, on a beach in Russia's Krasnodar region. Locals say no air raid warning was issued.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Aug, 16:51
Wildberries sellers may have lost 215-280 billion rubles in Ukrainian drone strikes on warehouses, Forbes Russia reports
According to an estimate by Data Insight analyst Sergei Semko, Ukrainian drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses likely caused sellers losses of 215-280 billion rubles, with affected facilities accounting for up to 22% of the company's logistics infrastructure.
Meduza · 3 Aug, 16:50
BBC radio presenter Tony Livesey leaves broadcaster amid David Sullivan allegations
BBC radio presenter Tony Livesey has left the broadcaster after allegations surfaced about his previous career as editor-in-chief of David Sullivan's Sport newspapers. Livesey denies introducing a woman to Sullivan and claims parts of his book were fictionalised.
The Guardian World · 3 Aug, 15:57
Morocco's King confirms naming of major highway after Trump
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has officially confirmed that a major highway has been named in honour of US President Donald Trump. The road, which passes through the disputed Western Sahara region, was previously known as the Tiznit-Dakhla highway.
BBC World · 3 Aug, 15:55
DHL director: only coincidence averted tragedy after fire-risk parcels sent from Lithuania
In July 2024, four parcels sent from Lithuania to the UK and Poland caught fire at Leipzig airport and at a DHL warehouse in Birmingham. A DHL executive told a Vilnius court Monday that a flight delay was the only reason a mid-air disaster was avoided.
Jauns.lv · 3 Aug, 15:54
Russia shifts from mass barrages to highest missile volume in years; Ukraine intercepts 1 in 20 ballistic missiles
Russia has changed its strike approach toward Ukraine: fewer record-breaking mass attacks, but the highest missile volume in years, coupled with a surge in ballistic missiles that Ukraine stops at a rate of only one in twenty.
Euromaidan Press · 3 Aug, 15:54
Deadly Clashes and Boycott Mar Second Round of Kashmir Regional Elections
The second round of regional elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir was held amid deadly clashes and heightened tensions, as protesters demanded electoral reforms and a boycott cast a shadow over the process.
Al Jazeera · 3 Aug, 15:53
PM Sanae Takaichi visits quake-hit southern Japan as cleanup begins in intense heat
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has made her first visit to Kumamoto Prefecture after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake killed 38 people. The area is now facing heat, water shortages, and the challenging task of clearing debris.
Euronews · 3 Aug, 15:52
Hungary shuts down nuclear reactor amid drought and soaring temperatures
Nuclear power is often presented as a solution to global warming, but rising temperatures and drought in Europe are forcing shutdowns. Hungary has stopped a reactor that was meant to supply energy for half the country due to low water levels.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 15:52
Parents in Morocco await news of children after mass crossing to Ceuta
Parents in the Moroccan town of Fnideq have gathered along the border fence, desperate for information about their children following a mass crossing of over 60,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta on July 30-31.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 14:56
CNN: US military seeks creative ways to pressure Iran
CNN reports that US Central Command has asked military analysts to submit creative ideas for increasing pressure on Iran. The email was sent before Trump's latest threats, but on Sunday the president again said a deal is within reach.
Delfi · 3 Aug, 14:53
Sánchez Faces Blame Over Ceuta Influx, but Response Tells a Different Story
Thousands of people arrived in the Spanish territory of Ceuta, leading to blame on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's immigration policies; however, his swift response suggests the situation is more complex.
The New York Times · 3 Aug, 14:51
Russia Accuses Ukraine After Moscow Restaurant Blast Kills Five
Five people died and 19 were injured in an explosion near an upmarket restaurant in central Moscow, with Russian officials pointing the finger at Ukraine. Reports suggest a high-ranking Russian commander may have been the intended target.
Guardian Ukraina · 3 Aug, 13:54
Trump's attorney general pick reaches deal with senators over 'anti-weaponization fund'
Acting US attorney general Todd Blanche has formally terminated the $1.8bn anti-weaponization fund, clearing a path for his nomination after weeks of resistance from two Republican senators.
The Guardian World · 3 Aug, 13:54
Second tanker with Qatari LNG struck in Hormuz within a month as force majeure widens
A second LNG carrier loaded in Qatar has been hit in the Strait of Hormuz in under a month, deepening shipping disruptions and raising insurance costs. QatarEnergy has extended force majeure on some deliveries, with at least 24 cargoes to an Italian utility now affected.
Euronews · 3 Aug, 13:53
Russian Opposition Politician Boris Nadezhdin Says He Has Left Russia
Russian opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin has announced he is no longer in Russia, posting a video shot in Paris. The move follows mounting official pressure, including a fine and “foreign agent” designation, and comes days after he suspended his parliamentary bid.
The Moscow Times · 3 Aug, 13:51
Iran Denies Talks with U.S. After Trump Cites Progress
Iran has stated there are no ongoing negotiations with the United States, contradicting President Trump's claim of progress that led him to cancel a planned attack.
The New York Times · 3 Aug, 13:51
Todd Blanche formally scraps Trump's contentious fund proposal
Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche has formally withdrawn President Trump's plan for a fund that could have compensated people prosecuted over the Capitol riot, clearing the way for his confirmation.
BBC World · 3 Aug, 13:49
WSJ: Russia may launch new mobilization after Duma elections
A US report says Moscow is considering a new mobilization wave after September elections due to a shortage of contract soldiers. Some Russians have already indicated they are unwilling to comply.
Jauns.lv · 3 Aug, 13:49
WSJ: Russia replaces dwindling volunteers with forced recruitment
The Wall Street Journal reports that Russian authorities are increasingly using force to recruit men for the war in Ukraine as the flow of volunteers has dried up. Men are detained on streets and at workplaces, threatened and beaten until they agree to sign contracts with the Defense Ministry.
Delfi · 3 Aug, 12:56
Massive warehouse designed for 120 million items catches fire east of Moscow region
A warehouse built to hold 120 million items is burning east of Moscow region. Russia's largest online retailer confirmed the fire, evacuated staff, and reported no casualties.
Euromaidan Press · 3 Aug, 11:56
Greek wildfires: anger among evacuees grows near Krio Pigadi
A France 24 video report from Greece highlights growing anger among residents forced to evacuate as wildfires burn near Krio Pigadi. The report, published on 3 August 2026, includes an image of a man filming the fire on 1 August.
France 24 · 3 Aug, 11:50
Burnham Promises to Transform Britain, but Will the Budget Deliver?
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to transform Britain, but the first Budget of his government raises questions about affordability and control. The inaugural summer episode of 'Politics at Sam and Anne's' explores spending choices, the cost of living, and the impact of global events.
Politico Europe · 3 Aug, 10:56
Ukraine hits Wildberries warehouse in Russia’s Vladimir region
Ukrainian drones struck a Wildberries logistics center in Russia’s Vladimir region early on August 3. The company evacuated employees, while the regional governor reported three people injured.
Meduza · 3 Aug, 10:51
Washington wildfires: hundreds of buildings destroyed near Spokane, 5,000 homes evacuated
Uncontrolled wildfires in eastern Washington have forced 5,000 home evacuations and destroyed around 600 structures near Spokane. No casualties have been reported, but the blazes are straining firefighting resources across the western US.
Euronews · 3 Aug, 10:50
‘Tell us’: Gaza family trapped between hope and pain over missing brothers
The disappearance of two boys from the Abdel Aal family in Gaza last year has left their relatives in a relentless search for answers, caught between hope and grief.
Al Jazeera · 3 Aug, 09:58
Ukraine strikes Belgorod university used for drone work; ISW says Russia lost maneuver warfare capability
Ukraine hit the Belgorod State Technological University overnight into Monday, with local residents saying the building was used to assemble and test drones. The Institute for the Study of War says Russian forces are no longer capable of maneuver warfare.
ERR (rus) · 3 Aug, 09:55
Drone attack sparks fire at Wildberries logistics hub in Russia's Vladimir Oblast
A drone strike caused a major fire at a Wildberries logistics centre in Vladimir Oblast, Russia, forcing an evacuation of staff.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 3 Aug, 08:55
Two men seriously injured after building collapses in Sydney
A building under construction suddenly collapsed in Sydney's inner-city suburb of Ultimo on Monday, leaving two men in a serious condition. They were pulled from the debris and taken to hospital.
The Guardian World · 3 Aug, 08:53
Ceuta Migration Crisis Prompts EU Emergency Talks
The arrival of over 50,000 migrants in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has sparked a political backlash and an urgent EU meeting of interior ministers. Meanwhile, the European Ombudsman warns against using global crises to justify institutional secrecy, and France seeks Saudi investment for a manga theme park.
Politico Europe · 3 Aug, 07:53