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Ukrainian drones strike three oil refineries in Bashkortostan; deadly strikes hit Kyiv
Ukraine’s president said drones attacked three oil refineries deep inside Russia, while Kyiv reeled from a Russian missile and drone assault that killed at least nine people. In Crimea, power cuts forced residents to line up for field kitchen meals.
Guardian Ukraina · 2 Aug, 05:51
Hungary to switch off Paks nuclear plant for first time in 44 years as Danube shrinks
Hungary will take its only nuclear power station, Paks, fully offline on Sunday for the first time since it began operating, after the Danube dropped to record-low levels. Households are expected to be the last to face restrictions.
Deutsche Welle · 2 Aug, 05:50
US embassies in Middle East issue alerts after Trump vows to hit Iran 'hard'
US embassies across the Middle East have issued alerts in response to Trump's threat to strike Iran 'hard'.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 05:50
Trump cancels Iran strikes, says deal must be reached quickly
US President Donald Trump says he has cancelled planned strikes on Iran, saying he wants to quickly reach a deal that would open the Strait of Hormuz and end Iran's nuclear threat. Washington has urged Americans in the Middle East to stay alert amid possible escalation.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 05:50
Fighting Erupts in Ethiopia's Tigray as Fears of Renewed War Grow
Clashes between Tigray's TPLF and the Ethiopian federal army have broken out in a contested area of the northern region, raising concerns that the region could slip back into conflict after the devastating 2020-2022 war that killed 600,000 people.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 04:54
Russian-Owned Cargo Ship Sunk in Black Sea After Ukrainian Drone Strike, Rosatom Says
Rosatom says at least two Ukrainian drones struck and sank a Russian-owned container ship near Novorossiysk early Saturday, with all 17 crew members rescued. No nuclear-related cargo was indicated.
The Moscow Times · 2 Aug, 04:53
Ukrainian Gen Z Shifts from Institutional Protests to Backing a Single Blogger
Ukrainian youth, who protested last year in support of anti-corruption agencies, are now rallying around one blogger, highlighting a generational divide in interpreting the ongoing war.
Euromaidan Press · 2 Aug, 04:53
Ukrainian Company Tenebra Unveils Mobile Workshop for Ground Robotics
Ukrainian firm Tenebra has presented Vulyk, a mobile workshop designed for field repair and maintenance of ground robotic systems. The vehicle features specialized stations for welding, electronics, and pneumatic tools, with a full configuration priced at around $45,000.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 04:52
Dogs chase off attacker who targeted women in Melbourne park
Six dogs in Melbourne defended two women from an attacker, forcing him to flee; police are searching for the suspect.
Latvijas Avīze · 2 Aug, 04:52
Sánchez accuses EU of politicising Ceuta migrant crisis as tensions surge
Spain's prime minister has accused EU partners, especially Italy, of playing politics with the migrant arrivals in Ceuta. Social media amplified false promises of open borders, drawing reactions from the US, Russia and Morocco.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 04:52
Hungary plans to shut down only nuclear power plant amid drought
Hungarian officials say the country's sole nuclear power plant must be shut down due to record-low Danube water levels disrupting reactor cooling.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 04:51
Multiple dead after shooting at In-N-Out Burger in southern Idaho
A shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday left multiple people dead and others injured. Police confirmed the shooter is among the dead and said the threat to the community is over.
The Guardian World · 2 Aug, 04:50
Russia Strikes Kyiv Medical Transport Depot Twice in One Night, Destroying Five Ambulances
During a 1 August barrage on Kyiv, Russian forces struck the Kyivmedspetstrans medical-transport depot twice, destroying five ambulances and damaging 20 more.
Euromaidan Press · 2 Aug, 03:55
Russian drone hits minibus in Nikopol district: 7 injured, including teenager
A Russian FPV drone struck a passenger minibus in the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, injuring seven people, including a 16-year-old. Two victims are in serious condition.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 03:54
How to Pick a Ripe, Sweet Watermelon: Experts Point to Key Details
Experts advise choosing watermelons with a matte rind and a yellowish field spot, as a shiny surface often signals an unripe fruit. Since watermelons stop ripening after harvest, it is essential to pick a fully mature one at the store.
Latvijas Avīze · 2 Aug, 03:53
Iran warns of ‘decisive’ response to any US ‘aggression’
Iran's Araghchi issued a warning of a decisive response to any US aggression during separate phone calls with the foreign ministers of Turkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 03:51
Cleanup completed in Kyiv after Russian attack: 9 dead, 33 injured
Kyiv cleanup operations have been completed after Russia's overnight missile attack, with nine people killed and 33 injured, including four children.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 02:53
Researchers Investigate Whether Greenland's Melting Ice Could Disrupt Atlantic Currents
A team of scientists is spending six weeks in Greenland to study whether the loss of glaciers could interfere with a major Atlantic Ocean current system, with potential consequences for Europe's climate.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 02:52
Lithuania's embassy damaged in Russian mass strike on Kyiv
On 1 August, Russian forces launched a massive missile attack on Kyiv, killing nine and wounding 28. Two rockets landed near the Lithuanian embassy, blowing out windows and damaging the roof. Lithuania said it will summon Russia's ambassador.
ERR (rus) · 2 Aug, 02:52
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Putin Orders Funds for at Least Three More Years of War
As warnings about Russia's budget strain grow due to massive war spending, Putin has instructed authorities to secure funding for at least three more years of fighting.
TVNET · 2 Aug, 02:51
Teenage hitmen: How Foxtrot network recruits children for contract killings across Europe
The Foxtrot crime network has been hiring teenagers as contract killers in Europe, offering cash but rarely paying them after arrests. Police taskforces have made hundreds of arrests, but the network's leader remains in Iran.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 02:51
New York Times reveals Trump administration subpoena over North Korea story
The New York Times has disclosed that the Trump administration issued a subpoena related to a North Korea story, drawing criticism over the Justice Department's increasing use of subpoenas to compel journalists to reveal information.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 02:50
Justice Department Subpoenas Times Freelancer Over Leaked SEAL Team 6 Story
The U.S. Justice Department has issued a previously undisclosed subpoena to a freelance journalist for The New York Times in connection with reporting on a failed SEAL Team 6 mission in North Korea, part of a broader government effort to investigate leaks of classified information.
The New York Times · 2 Aug, 01:58
Ceuta 'almost' back to normal after migrant influx, officials say
Almost all migrants who entered Spain’s enclave of Ceuta have left by Saturday, according to officials. An estimated 60,000 people crossed from Morocco in a few days, with at least 67 deaths.
France 24 · 2 Aug, 01:55
Ukraine strikes nearly 200 vessels in new phase of oil-war campaign against Russia
Ukraine's drones hit 196 vessels supporting Russia's maritime logistics in the first 18 days of July, focusing on supply routes to Crimea and oil exports. The operation, dubbed MoLoChKa, marks the latest stage in Kyiv's broader campaign against Russia's energy infrastructure.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 2 Aug, 01:55
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Estonian woman and daughter found dead in Australia, baby still missing
Remains of 36-year-old Estonian Helena Raita and her two-year-old daughter Hazel were found on Australia's southern coast on Monday. Her three-month-old son Louis remains missing.
Apollo.lv · 2 Aug, 01:54
Hundreds of thousands attend Pride events in UK and mainland Europe after deadly Berlin attack
A week after a deadly extremist attack on a Pride festival in Berlin, hundreds of thousands of people joined Pride events in the UK and mainland Europe, showing solidarity and resilience.
Sky News · 2 Aug, 01:54
Ukraine’s drone force hit 53,755 Russian targets in July; only 0.5% were deep strikes
Commander Madiar of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces reported that the unit struck 53,755 Russian targets in July, with 95% of attacks in the tactical zone near the front line and just 0.5% as deep strikes.
Euromaidan Press · 2 Aug, 01:52
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McGregor's Absurd Presidential Ambition
Conor McGregor has spent just 69 seconds in the fighting cage over the past five years, but in 2025 he came up with the idea of becoming President of Ireland. His reputation continues to be undermined by scandals and serious accusations.
TVNET · 2 Aug, 01:51
Slaidins: Russian security service's plan changes indicate preparation for wider mobilization
Jānis Slaidins, a major in the Latvian National Armed Forces, says that Russia's National Guard is adapting civil defence plans for mobilization and wartime needs, including the evacuation of employees' families. He believes this indicates serious preparations for a possible martial law scenario.
Latvijas Avīze · 2 Aug, 01:51
Avalanche in Pakistan Kills Renowned Mountaineer Nirmal Purja and Fellow Climbers
An avalanche in Pakistan has killed renowned mountaineer Nirmal Purja and several members of his international climbing team as they attempted to summit one of the world's highest peaks.
NPR World · 2 Aug, 01:50
Deadly blast outside Moscow restaurant; suspected bomber among those killed
An explosion outside an Italian restaurant in central Moscow killed at least three people on Saturday night, including the woman who reportedly tried to bring a homemade bomb inside. More than 20 others were injured, according to Russian state media.
Deutsche Welle · 2 Aug, 01:50
Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks, with FBI investigating
Michigan has become the latest US state to report cyberattacks, following Minnesota, and the FBI is investigating. No culprit has been identified, though authorities had earlier warned of a possible Iranian plot.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 01:50
Tourist Plane Crash in Peru Kills 13, Authorities Say
A tourist plane crash in Peru has killed 13 people, according to local authorities.
Sky News · 2 Aug, 00:54
McGregor’s Unlikely Presidential Ambition: 69 Seconds in the Cage and a Run for Ireland’s Top Job
Conor McGregor has spent just 69 seconds in the fighting cage over the past five years, while his reputation has continued to decline. In 2025, the Irishman announced his desire to run for President of Ireland, perhaps the most absurd plan of his colorful life.
Apollo.lv · 2 Aug, 00:53
EU calls emergency meeting to discuss Ceuta migrant crossings
The EU will hold emergency talks on Tuesday over the migration crisis in Ceuta after 22 member states called for coordinated action and stronger external borders. Spain criticized some countries' 'selfish, polarizing and unlawful' response.
BBC World · 2 Aug, 00:52