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Ceuta sees nearly 49,000 migrants in one day; Spain deploys army

Almost 49,000 migrants have arrived in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in North Africa within 24 hours, nearly half the city's population. Authorities have sent the army to restore control after border checks broke down.

BNN · 31 Jul, 14:54

Chinese 'super-embassy' in London gets go-ahead after High Court dismisses challenge

The High Court in London has rejected a residents' group's legal bid against planning permission for a large Chinese embassy near the Tower of London, clearing the way for construction.

The Guardian World · 31 Jul, 14:54

US drone factory destroyed in Kyiv; Ukrainian drones hit Russian infrastructure

The Guardian reports that a Russian strike destroyed a US drone factory in Kyiv, while Ukrainian drones attacked an oil refinery and Wildberries warehouses in Russia.

Delfi · 31 Jul, 14:53

Trump Announces Deal for Hamas to Disarm and Israeli Forces to Withdraw from Gaza

President Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to completely disarm and for Israeli forces to withdraw from Gaza. Meanwhile, the U.S. economy slowed somewhat, but consumer spending remained steady.

NPR World · 31 Jul, 14:53

Viral summer dessert: watermelon ‘ice cream’ that needs no machine

A simple recipe for homemade watermelon ‘ice cream’ has gone viral on social media, using the fruit as both ingredient and bowl. After freezing overnight, the dessert is ready in a few minutes of scraping and stirring.

Latvijas Avīze · 31 Jul, 14:53

MEPs demand Infantino appear before European Parliament over FIFA private investment plan

The European Parliament is set to summon FIFA President Gianni Infantino to a hearing over his controversial proposal to allow private investment in FIFA competitions, which has sparked outrage and threats of a World Cup boycott.

Euronews · 31 Jul, 14:52

Avalanche on Broad Peak: Ten Climbers Missing, Remains of Four Found

An avalanche struck a climbing party on Broad Peak in Pakistan on Thursday, leaving ten people missing; rescuers have recovered the remains of four climbers.

LSM · 31 Jul, 14:51

World Boxing restores Russia's symbols amid fifth year of war

World Boxing has announced that Russian athletes will compete as a regular national team, with only a commitment to monitor their conduct and doping. The decision restores Russia's symbols as its war continues into a fifth year.

Euromaidan Press · 31 Jul, 13:53

Peru court overturns ex-president Ollanta Humala's corruption conviction

Peru's constitutional court has annulled the 15-year prison sentence handed to former President Ollanta Humala for corruption, declaring the proceedings void. The decision could lead to his release from prison.

BBC World · 31 Jul, 13:53

Self-immolation of Tibetan activist at UN draws attention to Tibet's 'systematic erasure'

On 2 July, a Tibetan activist set himself on fire outside UN headquarters in New York; an opinion piece describes the act as a desperate bid to alert the world to China's ongoing efforts to erase Tibet.

Delfi · 31 Jul, 13:52

Around 49,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta in a day; Italy threatens to restrict Schengen with Spain

Around 49,000 migrants have arrived in the Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta over the past day, overwhelming local services and prompting a humanitarian emergency declaration. Italy has responded by floating possible restrictions on Schengen rules with Spain.

ERR (rus) · 31 Jul, 13:51

Ukraine carries out drone attacks on oil refinery and Wildberries warehouses

Ukrainian drones attacked an oil refinery and two Wildberries warehouses in Russia on Friday, according to video recordings published online.

TVNET · 31 Jul, 12:53

At least 11 injured, including children, in Israeli raids near Nablus

At least 11 people, including children, were injured in Israeli raids near Nablus in the West Bank, with arrests made after an escalation of violence in the town of Tal.

Al Jazeera · 31 Jul, 12:53

The Guardian: Russian strike on Kyiv destroyed US drone factory

A Russian strike on Kyiv has destroyed a facility belonging to American drone manufacturer Terminal Autonomy; no one was killed. The attack may be the first known instance of Russian forces deliberately targeting a US-owned facility.

Meduza · 31 Jul, 12:52

Ukrainian drones strike oil refinery and two Wildberries warehouses in Russia

On Friday, Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery and two Wildberries online store warehouses in Russia, according to videos published online.

Apollo.lv · 31 Jul, 12:51

At least 34 killed in Pakistan coal mine explosion

A powerful blast in a coal mine in Pakistan's Balochistan province has killed at least 34 workers, with rescuers still searching for two missing miners. Officials say methane gas caused the explosion, which also damaged two adjacent mines.

France 24 · 31 Jul, 12:50

Land art installation calls on UK PM to reverse humanitarian aid cuts

A giant land art portrait of UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been created to urge the government to reinstate humanitarian aid.

Euronews · 31 Jul, 11:55

Polish military expert doesn't rule out deliberate Russian missile diversion to Poland

A Russian Kh-101 cruise missile entered Polish airspace on 30 July during a massive attack on Ukraine; officials are investigating whether it was an accident or a deliberate act. Poland is considering sending Ukraine additional Patriot air-defence missiles.

Delfi · 31 Jul, 11:54

Spanish PM Rushes to Ceuta After Thousands of Migrants Cross Border

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is traveling to Ceuta, a Spanish territory in Africa, as his pro-immigration government faces an escalating border crisis after thousands of migrants crossed into the territory.

The New York Times · 31 Jul, 11:53

Liberia Burns 4.2 Metric Tonnes of Cocaine After Record Seizure

Liberian authorities have burned 4.2 metric tonnes of cocaine valued at about $336 million, following a record drug seizure.

Al Jazeera · 31 Jul, 10:53

Trump casts doubt on Ukraine's ability to produce Patriot missiles under license

US President Donald Trump is not sure whether Washington will allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot air-defense missiles under a license; the issue was discussed during his meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky.

Jauns.lv · 31 Jul, 10:51

Ukraine strikes two more Wildberries warehouses in Russia

Wildberries warehouses in Volgograd and Zelenodolsk were hit in Ukrainian drone attacks, with five people injured and property damaged. The company says some facilities are operating as normal.

Meduza · 31 Jul, 10:49

Trump says Gaza deal reached; Iran strikes US base in Kuwait

US President Donald Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza, though disagreements remain over sequencing. Iran's army launched drone strikes on a US airbase in Kuwait on Friday.

The Guardian World · 31 Jul, 09:56

Number of injured in Russian missile strike on Lviv rises to 38

The death toll from the Russian missile strike on Lviv on July 30 stands at one, while the number of injured has increased to 38. Emergency workers continue to clear the rubble.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 31 Jul, 09:55

Hamas says it agreed to disarmament deal with Israel, with gradual troop withdrawal from Gaza

Hamas said on Friday it had accepted a plan to end the war with Israel that includes handing over weapons and a phased Israeli military pullout from Gaza; Israel has yet to respond.

France 24 · 31 Jul, 09:54

US Senate Russia Sanctions Bill Could Spell 100% Tariffs for India, China

A US Senate bill named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham could impose sweeping tariffs on Russian energy exports, potentially leading to 100-percent tariffs for India and China.

Al Jazeera · 31 Jul, 09:54

Could the US elect its first female president in 2028? Podcast examines AOC and the left’s moment

In a Guardian podcast, Jonathan Freedland and Bhaskar Sunkara discuss the rise of left-wing Democrats, calls for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run in 2028, and whether democratic socialism has entered the political mainstream.

The Guardian World · 31 Jul, 07:54

Italy calls for suspending Spain’s Schengen membership after Ceuta incident

Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani on Thursday suggested suspending Spain’s participation in the Schengen Area after thousands of people entered the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco.

Apollo.lv · 31 Jul, 07:53

US retiree moved to Portugal: 'I finally feel at home'

A former corporate finance worker from the US moved to Portugal after her pension was no longer enough to maintain her previous lifestyle. She now says life in Porto is safer, cheaper and more fulfilling.

Jauns.lv · 31 Jul, 07:52

First 'Somewhat Optimistic Day' in Southwestern France Since Wildfires, Says Prefect

A prefect in southwestern France described the day as the first somewhat optimistic one since the outbreak of wildfires in the region.

Al Jazeera · 31 Jul, 07:51

UK rapper Yung Filly cleared of rape charges after Australian show

A jury has found British rapper Yung Filly not guilty of three counts of sexual penetration without consent, but convicted him of two assault charges. He remains on bail until August 21.

BBC World · 31 Jul, 07:51

State Department Map at AIDS Conference Misplaces African Countries

A map used by the U.S. State Department at an AIDS conference contained significant errors, including showing Nigeria as a landlocked country in the Sahara. The department acknowledged the map had been hastily altered.

The New York Times · 31 Jul, 06:56

Toyota flies into Brisbane bus and gets wedged sideways

A 45-year-old woman was taken to hospital after her Toyota Yaris became airborne and lodged in the side of a bus in Brisbane. The other driver involved was fined for careless driving.

The Guardian World · 31 Jul, 06:52

Trump says Hamas disarmament deal reached in Gaza

US President Donald Trump said Thursday that an agreement has been reached on the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip, describing it as a step toward a new Palestinian government. Israel has not yet commented on the deal.

Delfi · 31 Jul, 06:50