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Ukraine

Ukrainian Drones Destroy Eight Wildberries Warehouses in July

Ukrainian drone attacks destroyed eight Wildberries warehouses in July, with the destroyed storage space totaling approximately 860,000 square meters.

Euromaidan Press · 30 Jul, 03:51

Middle East

Drone Hits US-Owned Tanker at Egyptian Port; Trump Vows Retaliation Against Iran

A drone struck a US-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Damietta port, according to security firm Ambrey. US President Donald Trump vowed retaliation against Iran for an overnight attack, signaling an expansion of the Middle East conflict.

France 24 · 30 Jul, 03:51

Ukraine

Fedorov Ready to Return as Defence Minister '100%' If Asked

Former Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov has stated he would unhesitatingly accept the post again if President Zelenskyy offers it, amid ongoing protests demanding his reinstatement.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 30 Jul, 03:50

Ukraine

Ukraine appeals IOC’s reinstatement of Russia’s Olympic committee to the Court of Arbitration for Sport

Ukraine’s National Olympic Committee has filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against the IOC’s decision to reinstate the Russian Olympic Committee, arguing that the violation was only nominally corrected.

Meduza · 30 Jul, 03:50

Ukraine

F-16 crash, strikes on oil refineries, and other Ukraine war developments

Ukraine's air force reported an F-16 crash with safe ejection; Ukraine hit two major Russian oil refineries; the Russian rouble continues to weaken.

Guardian Ukraina · 30 Jul, 03:50

World

Bullets That Killed Two at Seattle Food Festival Don't Match Teen's Gun, Police Say

Ballistic tests indicate the bullets that killed two bystanders at a Seattle food festival did not come from the gun fired by the arrested 15-year-old. The shooting is linked to gang violence, and police are searching for at least one more suspect.

The Guardian World · 30 Jul, 03:49

Middle East

U.S. and Saudi Arabia Strike Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have conducted joint strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq after the militias launched attacks.

NPR World · 30 Jul, 02:51

Ukraine

Mykhailo Drapatyi – New Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces

President Zelensky replaced Oleksandr Syrskyi with General Mykhailo Drapatyi after protests, appointing a commander known for valuing soldiers' lives and advocating NATO standards.

Žurnāls Ir · 30 Jul, 02:50

World

The Summer That Broke Europe

Record heat and wildfires are devastating the continent, and scientists warn the climate crisis is getting worse.

The New York Times · 30 Jul, 02:50

World

India's exam paper leaks: why technology alone won't solve the crisis

India's major entrance exams, including the NEET medical exam, have been plagued by question paper leaks, and while a shift to computer-based testing is being pushed, experts warn that technology alone will not eliminate cheating unless deeper issues of trust and incentives are addressed.

BBC World · 30 Jul, 02:50

Ukraine

Russian missile strike on Kyiv causes fires and debris falls across the city

Russian forces attacked Kyiv with missiles overnight on July 29-30, triggering fires and debris falls in multiple locations across the capital.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 30 Jul, 02:49

World

Gina Rinehart lobbied for controversial plan to move 2032 Olympic rowing to crocodile-inhabited river

Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, advocated moving the 2032 Olympic rowing events to the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton, a saltwater crocodile habitat, sparking widespread criticism.

The Guardian World · 30 Jul, 02:49

World

Deadly attack on Pakistan checkpoint leaves 15 dead as militant violence surges

An attack on a checkpoint in northern Pakistan's Hangu district killed seven police officers and eight alleged terrorists, with 22 police injured, local media report.

France 24 · 30 Jul, 02:49

World

Trump appeals $83.3m E Jean Carroll civil verdict to US Supreme Court

The US Department of Justice filed separate filings in support of Trump's appeal to overturn the defamation award.

Al Jazeera · 30 Jul, 02:49

World

Gorilla Koga Holds Nurse's Hand During Health Check – Heartwarming Moment Goes Viral

Koga, a 400-pound western lowland gorilla at Buffalo Zoo, reached out and held a veterinary nurse's hand throughout his medical exam, creating an emotional photo that spread across social media.

Jauns.lv · 30 Jul, 01:50

Ukraine

Ukraine Strikes Russian Logistics; Zelensky Shakes Up Military Command

Ukraine launched massive drone attacks on Wildberries warehouses, destroying nine. President Zelensky dismissed army chief Sirsky and appointed Drapatyi.

Žurnāls Ir · 30 Jul, 01:50

Middle East

Renewed Strikes Draw Additional Nations into Iran Conflict

President Trump threatened retaliation after Iran fired missiles at U.S. military bases in Jordan. Meanwhile, U.S. and Saudi warplanes struck Iranian-linked militias in Iraq, marking a further escalation after a period of relative calm.

The New York Times · 30 Jul, 01:50

Ukraine

Zelensky warns of possible major Russian strike overnight

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia is likely to launch a massive attack tonight and reiterated calls for allies to supply air defense missiles.

France 24 · 30 Jul, 01:50

Ukraine

Slaidiņš: Situation in Black Sea Becomes Increasingly Tense, War Expands Beyond Borders

Major Jānis Slaidiņš of the National Armed Forces says that tensions in the Black Sea are rising as Russian strikes on ships affect other countries' interests, and the conflict can no longer be considered local.

Latvijas Avīze · 30 Jul, 01:50

Ukraine

Russian Iskander missile contained over 140 foreign parts, 62 of them American – Ukraine

Ukraine's sanctions chief says a Russian Iskander missile fired at Kyiv Oblast on July 10 contained more than 140 foreign components, most recently made, including 62 from the United States.

Euromaidan Press · 30 Jul, 01:50

World

US man convicted of terror offenses in Salman Rushdie attack

Hadi Matar, already serving 25 years for attempting to kill Sir Salman Rushdie, has been found guilty of providing material support to Hezbollah and could face life in prison.

BBC World · 30 Jul, 01:49

World

Patriarch Kirill Suspends Decree Exiling Metropolitan Hilarion to Brazil

Patriarch Kirill has temporarily suspended his order to transfer Metropolitan Hilarion to Brazil, allowing him to stay in Russia and serve at a convent near Moscow instead.

Meduza · 30 Jul, 01:49

World

Burnham puts Trident renewal at heart of defence and reindustrialisation

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will visit Barrow-in-Furness to stress the role of the Trident nuclear programme in Britain's reindustrialisation, announcing £8.4bn in contracts that will create thousands of jobs.

The Guardian World · 30 Jul, 00:50

World

MAGA Support for ICE Remains Unshaken Despite Immigrant Killings

Despite ICE agents killing two immigrants and widespread civil rights violations, support for the agency among Trump's loyal followers remains extremely high, according to recent polls.

Wired · 30 Jul, 00:50

World

Myanmar court sentences activists to 37 years for election protest

Nine activists in Myanmar have been sentenced to up to 37 years in prison for protesting the military-backed December elections.

Al Jazeera · 30 Jul, 00:49

Ukraine

Ukraine strikes 201 vessels of Russia's shadow fleet in three weeks, cuts off Crimea's main supply route

Ukraine announced that its campaign against Russia's shadow fleet has hit 201 ships in three weeks, completely cutting off the main supply route to Crimea.

Euromaidan Press · 30 Jul, 00:49

Middle East

Explosion at Egyptian Port Sets Fire to Two Ships, Including US Gas Storage Tanker

An explosion at a port on Egypt's Mediterranean coast set fire to two ships, including a US gas storage tanker, according to maritime tracking firms.

The New York Times · 30 Jul, 00:49

World

Europe's LGBTQ+ Rights Landscape: From Spain's Leadership to Russia's Repression

A cross-European comparison of LGBTQ+ protections shows Spain at the top, Germany with gaps, Italy and Hungary tightening restrictions, and Russia as the most repressive.

Deutsche Welle · 29 Jul, 23:51

Ukraine

Fedorov: Dispute with Syrskyi was clash of visions, not personal feud

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov denies a personal conflict with General Oleksandr Syrskyi, explaining that their differences stemmed from competing visions of how the war should be fought and how reforms should be implemented.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 29 Jul, 23:51

Ukraine

Zelensky and Tusk Discuss 'Historical Dialogue' Between Ukraine and Poland

On Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk discussed fostering a historical dialogue between the two countries.

TVNET · 29 Jul, 23:51

World

Fauci Refuses to Testify at Senate Hearing, Science Becomes Political Weapon

Former US science advisor Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment and declined to answer questions at a Senate hearing on COVID-19 origins, facing sharp criticism from Republicans.

The Guardian Science · 29 Jul, 23:51

World

Survey Shows African Youth Becoming More Pragmatic; DRC Allows Referendum on Tshisekedi Third Term

The Democratic Republic of Congo's constitutional court has approved a referendum law that critics say could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. Meanwhile, the looming El Niño pattern threatens millions across Africa with worsening droughts and floods, and a new survey indicates African youth are growing more pragmatic in their views of global powers.

France 24 · 29 Jul, 23:50

World

UN Security Council Begins Straw Polls for Next Secretary-General

The UN Security Council will start straw polls on Thursday to narrow down the field of candidates for the next UN secretary-general, replacing António Guterres.

NPR World · 29 Jul, 23:50

Middle East

Saudi Airstrikes in Iraq in Retaliation for Oil Facility Attacks

Saudi Arabia's Defense Ministry stated that its airstrikes in Iraq targeting Iran-backed militias were in retaliation for attacks on Saudi oil facilities this week.

The New York Times · 29 Jul, 23:50

World

Australia: three dead in Sydney house fire; antisemitism royal commission hears from special envoy

Three people died in a house fire in Sydney, while the special envoy to combat antisemitism, Jillian Segal, will testify today before the royal commission. A Closing the Gap target for early childhood education enrolment for First Nations children has been reached.

The Guardian World · 29 Jul, 23:50

Middle East

Videos show aftermath of US-Saudi strikes on Iraq PMF bases

US and Saudi forces launched coordinated airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) bases in Iraq, with videos circulating showing the destruction.

Al Jazeera · 29 Jul, 23:49