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Zelenskyy: Ukraine intercepts most drones and many cruise missiles, but ballistic missiles still a challenge
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine's Air Force is shooting down over 90% of attack drones and a significant number of cruise missiles, while ballistic missiles remain difficult to counter due to a shortage of Patriot interceptors. He spoke on the occasion of Ukraine's Air Force Day.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 18:55
Two helicopters collide while fighting wildfires in Greece
Two helicopters fighting wildfires in Greece collided and crashed, injuring all four crew members. The incident occurred near Psatha, west of Athens, amid strong winds complicating firefighting efforts.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 18:54
Rhine Falls to Record Low as Drought Hits Germany
Germany's Rhine River dropped to its lowest water level on record on Saturday, stranding boats in Cologne and raising concerns about economic consequences for shipping and river-dependent industries.
Euronews · 2 Aug, 18:53
CCTV Captures Israeli Settlers Shooting Palestinian Child in Back During Farm Raid
CCTV footage shows Israeli settlers shooting a nine-year-old Palestinian boy in the back during a raid on a farm. The video is the only source available in this brief news item.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 18:51
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Third concrete element for Fehmarn Belt tunnel laid in Baltic Sea
The third concrete element for the planned Fehmarn Belt tunnel between Germany and Denmark has been laid in the Baltic Sea, according to TVNET.
TVNET · 2 Aug, 18:50
UK Prime Minister backs written constitution
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed support for adopting a written constitution.
LSM · 2 Aug, 17:55
Russian guided bomb strike in Zaporizhzhia kills one and injures two
A Russian guided aerial bomb struck a residential area of Zaporizhzhia on 2 August, killing one person and injuring two others, with one victim initially believed to be trapped under the rubble.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 17:54
Wisconsin brewery loses liquor license after free-beer promise tied to Trump's death
Wisconsin's Minocqua Brewing Company will lose its alcohol sales permit after its owner promised free beer if Donald Trump died and later mocked an assassination attempt on the former president.
Jauns.lv · 2 Aug, 17:54
Gironde megafire contained; nearly 3,000 firefighters remain deployed
The vast wildfire near Bordeaux has been contained, allowing most of the 200,000 evacuees to return home. Firefighters remain on site as some parts of the blaze are still burning.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 17:51
Moscow mayor calls restaurant blast a terrorist attack
Three people, including the suspected bomber, were killed and at least 21 injured when an explosive device went off at the Balzi Rossi Italian restaurant in central Moscow on Saturday evening. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described the incident as a brutal terrorist attack.
Delfi · 2 Aug, 17:51
Ukraine's lessons and new tech are transforming European security, Kubilius says
In an interview on Al Jazeera, Andrius Kubilius discusses the lessons from Ukraine and explains why drones and space are transforming Europe's security strategy.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 17:50
Ceuta returns to relative calm after border surge as most migrants head back to Morocco
Ceuta looked calmer over the weekend after tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave, with most having returned to Morocco by Sunday. Spanish authorities confirmed at least 72 migrant deaths during the crisis.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 16:55
South Korea Records 42.5C, Marking Hottest Temperature in Over a Century
South Korea registered 42.5 degrees Celsius on Sunday, the highest temperature since records began more than a century ago. The heat wave also continues across Europe, with warnings issued in Italy.
Delfi · 2 Aug, 16:55
Ukrainian drones struck 177 energy assets in occupied territories in a month
Ukrainian drones have struck 177 energy infrastructure assets in Russian-occupied territories over the past month, including 13 in the last three days, according to the Unmanned Systems Forces commander.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 16:55
Yemen's crumbling roads worsen water access for Taiz villagers
Poor road infrastructure in Yemen's Taiz governorate is compounding the water crisis, making it harder for thousands of villagers to obtain water.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 16:54
Army SUV headed for Ukraine named after late journalist Teet Korsten
An army off-road vehicle prepared for the front in Ukraine has been named after the late Estonian journalist Teet Korsten.
ERR (rus) · 2 Aug, 16:53
Plane crash in Peru kills 13 people
A Cessna 208 Caravan crashed shortly after takeoff from Pisco airport in Peru, killing 13 people including foreign tourists and crew members. Authorities have launched an investigation and the president says the airport may be closed.
Delfi · 2 Aug, 15:56
Thousands of Moroccans attempt to reach Spain’s Ceuta enclave over weekend
Thousands of Moroccan migrants attempted to reach the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta over the weekend, in what Al Jazeera describes as a deadly game.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 15:55
US halts new strikes on Iran, seeks deal on Strait of Hormuz and nuclear threat
US President Donald Trump has agreed to pause strikes on Iran to quickly reach an agreement on fully opening the Strait of Hormuz and eliminating Iran's atomic weapons threat. Israel has also pledged not to attack Iran in the near future.
LSM · 2 Aug, 15:51
South Korea records historic heat: 42.5°C in Yangsan
South Korea saw its highest temperature on record on Sunday, with the mercury hitting 42.5°C in the southeastern city of Yangsan. Authorities issued new-style extreme heat alerts for more than 20 locations as the heat wave intensified.
Jauns.lv · 2 Aug, 15:50
Indigenous groups protest Milei plan to open Argentina’s rural land to foreign buyers
Indigenous protesters gathered in Buenos Aires to oppose a bill that would open Argentina’s rural land to foreign ownership.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 14:53
17 people in Germany hospitalised after eating potato salad
Several people fell ill after eating potato salad at an event in Aachen, Germany, and 17 were hospitalised. The likely cause is believed to be food spoiled by the heat.
Delfi · 2 Aug, 14:51
Moscow restaurant blast a 'brutal terror attack,' mayor says
An explosion at a Moscow restaurant killed at least three people, including a suspected female bomber, on Saturday night. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin called it a 'brutal terrorist attack.'
Deutsche Welle · 2 Aug, 14:50
Remains of mountaineer Purja found in Pakistan after avalanche
Rescuers in northern Pakistan have found the remains of renowned climber Nirmal Purja, who died this week in a powerful avalanche along with nine other members of his team, according to the Alpine Club of Pakistan.
LSM · 2 Aug, 14:49
Tsahkna: Russia only understands the language of force
Estonian Foreign Minister expressed solidarity with Lithuania after its embassy in Kyiv was damaged in a Russian night attack, saying Russia shows no interest in peace and calling for stronger sanctions and more military support for Ukraine.
ERR (rus) · 2 Aug, 14:49
Official drought declared across half of England and all of Wales as July set record
Authorities have declared drought across half of England and the whole of Wales, with July expected to become the driest month on record after several intense heatwaves and hundreds of wildfires.
The Guardian World · 2 Aug, 13:53
Far-Right Leaders Step Up Calls for Expelling Remaining Migrants in Ceuta
Anti-immigration activists are preparing a rally in the Spanish territory of Ceuta to demand tougher action after thousands of migrants entered the exclave last week. Far-right leaders have intensified their calls to expel the remaining migrants.
The New York Times · 2 Aug, 13:52
The week in pictures: European wildfires, Japan earthquake, and an ancient mammoth in Bulgaria
France 24 reviews the week's most striking images: wildfires across Europe, a deadly earthquake in Japan, a migrant influx at Spain's Ceuta, and ancient mammoth remains revealed by low Danube waters.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 13:52
Five Dead, 41 Missing After Indonesian Ferry Fire
An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire while sailing off Madura island, leaving five people dead and 41 missing, according to the National Search and Rescue Agency.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 13:50
Massive Russian strike exposes Ukraine's weak spot: ballistic missiles
On the night of July 30, Russia launched 358 air targets; Ukraine intercepted 320, but only one of nine ballistic missiles. At least ten people were killed and more than fifty wounded.
Latvijas Avīze · 2 Aug, 13:50
Venezuela’s Coastal Region of La Guaira Transformed Beyond Recognition After Fatal Quakes
More than a month after the deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela, the coastal region of La Guaira, once the country’s main gateway, has been left unrecognizable.
The New York Times · 2 Aug, 12:55
Davutoglu steps back from party politics
Ahmet Davutoglu, who once served as Turkey's prime minister and helped shape Erdogan's Turkey but failed to challenge it, has stepped back from party politics.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 12:55
Plane crash in Peru kills 13, including 11 European tourists
A small plane carrying tourists to see the Nazca Lines crashed in Peru, killing all 13 people on board.
Apollo.lv · 2 Aug, 12:51
Capital One cites money-laundering concerns in closing Trump Organization accounts
Capital One said it closed more than 300 Trump Organization accounts in 2021 over anti-money-laundering concerns, defending the move against a lawsuit. The bank's court filing marks the first time a bank has formally linked such concerns to President Donald Trump's family business.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 12:49
Edinburgh student's time-lapses of fungi on dung draw millions of viewers
A 27-year-old trainee lawyer in Edinburgh films brightly coloured fungi growing on animal droppings, creating time-lapse videos watched by millions. His hobby has also led to the identification of two new species.
The Guardian Science · 2 Aug, 11:57
Ukraine's General Staff Confirms Strikes on Saratov Oil Refinery, Engels Airfield, and Fuel Depots
Ukrainian forces struck the Saratov oil refinery, Engels airfield, and a fuel depot in Kaluga Oblast overnight, causing fires and disrupting Russian military logistics, the General Staff reported.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 11:56