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Deadly plane crash near Peru’s Nazca Lines kills 13, including tourists
A tourist plane crashed near Peru's Nazca Lines on Saturday, killing 13 people, including 11 foreign tourists and two pilots. The cause is under investigation.
The Guardian World · 2 Aug, 00:52
Spain says ‘virtually all’ migrants have left Ceuta
Spanish authorities have stated that nearly all of the estimated 60,000 migrants who stormed the North African enclave of Ceuta have now left the territory.
Al Jazeera · 2 Aug, 00:51
Kyiv Strike Kills Nine, Hits Foreign Embassy; July Deadliest Month for Russian Forces
A Russian strike on Kyiv killed nine people and damaged a foreign embassy. July became the bloodiest month for the Russian army, with losses since January reaching 238,650.
Euromaidan Press · 2 Aug, 00:50
Eastern Europe's Divergent Commemorations of the Roma Holocaust
On the European Roma Holocaust Memorial Day, Eastern European countries remember the Nazi genocide of Roma and Sinti in different ways, with some states holding official ceremonies and others still lacking formal recognition.
Deutsche Welle · 1 Aug, 23:55
Greece battles raging wildfires as flames appear to ease in France
Wildfires in France are showing signs of easing, with containment efforts holding in Var and Gironde after destructive blazes, while Greece continues to battle large fires.
Al Jazeera · 1 Aug, 23:54
Overnight Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills nine as Trump backs away from promised defense boost
A Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv early Saturday struck five districts and killed nine people, as President Trump revises a promised boost to Ukraine's missile defense systems.
NPR World · 1 Aug, 23:53
Israel Reports Killing Hezbollah Fighters on Strategic Ridge in Southern Lebanon
Israel said it killed several Hezbollah members on a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, challenging a fragile cease-fire.
The New York Times · 1 Aug, 23:53
Russia Begins Importing Gasoline from Africa Amid Drone Strikes on Refineries
Reuters reports that Russia has started importing gasoline from Africa, with a shipment of around 30,000 tonnes of AI-92 fuel from Morocco's Tangier arriving in Murmansk. The delivery was arranged by Russian company Lukoil amid Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries.
Jauns.lv · 1 Aug, 23:50
Explosion Near Central Moscow Restaurant Terrace Kills 3, Injures 15
An explosion near a summer restaurant terrace in central Moscow on Saturday evening killed three people and injured 15, according to police. The cause was not yet confirmed, though Russian state media suggested a gas canister might have detonated.
The Moscow Times · 1 Aug, 23:50
Russia lost 42,860 troops in July, the highest monthly toll this year
Ukraine’s General Staff reports that Russian troop losses in July reached 42,860, the highest monthly figure this year, bringing the seven-month total to 238,650.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Aug, 23:50
Explosion at Moscow Restaurant Leaves Several Dead, Reportedly During General's Birthday Party
An explosion at a Moscow restaurant closed for a private event killed three people and wounded many, with reports suggesting a general's birthday was being celebrated.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Aug, 22:55
Trump condemns Justice Department decision to drop Reflecting Pool charges
The US president has spoken out against a federal prosecutor's move to drop charges related to damage at the Reflecting Pool, after the prosecutor attributed the damage to a botched installation rather than vandalism.
Al Jazeera · 1 Aug, 22:51
Three killed in Moscow restaurant explosion
At least three people died and 15 were injured in an explosion at a restaurant in Moscow. The cause remains unclear, but reports suggest it occurred in the kitchen.
BBC World · 1 Aug, 22:51
Explosion rocks elite Moscow restaurant amid reports of generals' private party
A strong blast hit the Balzi Rossi restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square in central Moscow on August 1, sparking a fire and causing reported casualties. Unconfirmed reports suggest the venue had been closed for a private banquet possibly attended by Russian generals.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Aug, 22:51
Marathon shines light on Gaza's orphaned children and humanitarian crisis
A marathon in Gaza has drawn attention to the severe humanitarian situation of children who have lost parents. More than 58,000 children have lost one or both parents due to Israel's war, underscoring urgent needs.
Al Jazeera · 1 Aug, 21:56
Man detained in Poland for assaulting Ukrainian woman in Gdynia
A 76-year-old man has been detained in Poland for attacking a 40-year-old Ukrainian woman in Gdynia. The prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the bodily harm.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Aug, 21:55
Nirmal Purja and nine other climbers die in Pakistan avalanche
Renowned British-Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja and nine other climbers have been confirmed dead after being swept away by an avalanche in Pakistan. His legacy is described as inspiring a generation to climb higher.
France 24 · 1 Aug, 21:55
Italy puts nearly all major cities on highest heat alert
Italy's health ministry says 25 of the country's 27 major cities will be on red alert by Monday. Meanwhile, firefighters across several European countries continue battling large wildfires.
BBC World · 1 Aug, 21:54
Ukrainian intelligence hits Russian Sargan patrol boat built with stolen Ukrainian design
Ukraine's HUR struck three high-value Russian targets in one night, including a Sargan patrol boat. The vessel's design was originally Ukrainian, and Russia built such boats at a shipyard it stole in 2014.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Aug, 21:52
Pedro Sánchez faces biggest challenge after Ceuta crossing
Spain's pro-immigration Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing backlash at home and abroad after roughly 60,000 people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta.
NPR World · 1 Aug, 21:51
From juice cartons to benches: Polish city gives waste a second life
The Polish city of Białystok has installed the first benches made from recycled drink cartons. The composite material was developed by Poznań University of Technology, and the municipal company plans to increase recycling volumes.
Jauns.lv · 1 Aug, 21:50
Migration expert Kert Valdaru: Morocco's actions decisive in Ceuta crisis
The mass influx of migrants into Spain's Ceuta has sparked EU-wide debate, even as Madrid says the crisis is over. Migration expert Kert Valdaru says Morocco played the key role, and the events exposed the EU's continued inability to guard its external border.
ERR (rus) · 1 Aug, 21:50
Russia strikes Kyiv with 27 ballistic missiles, hits embassy in new attack
A Russian barrage of 35 missiles and 185 drones killed at least nine people in Kyiv. The attack hit an embassy, demonstrating disregard for international norms including the Vienna Convention.
Euromaidan Press · 1 Aug, 20:58
Turkey and Iraq sign one-year oil pipeline deal
Turkey and Iraq have signed a renewed one-year agreement for the Iraq-Turkiye oil pipeline, ensuring a daily flow of 750,000 barrels of crude oil, officials confirmed.
Al Jazeera · 1 Aug, 20:58
Trump offers paid early access to Truth Social posts, drawing corruption accusations
Donald Trump's media company has launched a subscription service giving paying clients faster access to his social media posts for up to $100,000 a month. Critics see the move as potential market manipulation and an abuse of the presidency for personal profit.
The Guardian World · 1 Aug, 20:52
Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi temporarily released from prison
Moroccan rapper Mehdi El Youbi, detained in mid-July for allegedly insulting a constitutional institution, has been temporarily released from prison, according to an Al Jazeera report.
Al Jazeera · 1 Aug, 19:52
France's largest wildfire in decades brought under control
French authorities say the largest wildfire in decades near Bordeaux is now under control. Most of the more than 220,000 evacuated residents have returned home.
Delfi · 1 Aug, 19:52
Two killed, 12 injured in Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast in a single day
Russian forces killed two people and injured 12 others in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast on 1 August, including attacks on a passenger bus and residential areas.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Aug, 19:51
Iran Reportedly Planned Wider War with Proxy Help During Truce
According to The New York Times, Iran secretly developed a plan during a brief truce to increase the costs of war for President Trump, with the help of its proxies, in case the U.S. launched new attacks.
The New York Times · 1 Aug, 19:50
Russia strikes Kharkiv book warehouse, destroying supplies
A Russian attack destroyed a book warehouse in Kharkiv used by publisher Ranok and bookstore chain KnyhoLend, causing a fire that consumed textbooks and other publishers' books. Online orders paused temporarily.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Aug, 18:56
Israel Bombards Gaza Days After Trump Announces Cease-fire Deal
Palestinian officials say at least two people have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, days after President Trump announced a deal to advance a cease-fire that requires Hamas to give up weapons and Israel to stop attacks.
The New York Times · 1 Aug, 18:56
Singapore bans Massive Attack members over Palestinian flag at concert
Singapore police have banned two Massive Attack members from re-entering the country after they displayed a Palestinian flag and one shouted "Free Palestine" during Wednesday's concert. The media regulator will not approve future performance applications by the band.
Delfi · 1 Aug, 18:56
Trump's Truth Social starts selling early access to his posts for $100,000 a month
US President Donald Trump's Truth Social platform is selling Wall Street traders early access to his posts for $100,000 a month, raising concerns over insider trading and using public office for private gain.
France 24 · 1 Aug, 18:53
Ukraine's Oil Campaign: From Military Fuel Cuts to Economic Crisis
Ukraine has spent over two years systematically striking Russia's oil industry, initially to disrupt military fuel supplies and later to trigger a systemic economic crisis, according to a recent analysis.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 1 Aug, 17:54
France's interior minister: largest forest fire since 1949 brought under control
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said on Saturday that the largest forest fire since 1949 has been brought under control.
TVNET · 1 Aug, 17:54
France brings largest forest fire since 1949 under control
France's Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced on Saturday that the country's largest forest fire since 1949 has been brought under control.
Apollo.lv · 1 Aug, 17:52