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Peru's Fujimori takes office, vows military-led crackdown on crime
Newly inaugurated President Keiko Fujimori pledged to deploy the military in areas plagued by crime, drug trafficking, and illegal mining, amid Peru's worst security crisis in decades.
France 24 · 29 Jul, 00:38
Israeli airstrike destroys Gaza City mosque near displacement camp
Video footage captures an Israeli airstrike hitting Al-Muttaqin Mosque in Gaza City, located next to Yarmouk Stadium and a displacement camp.
Al Jazeera · 29 Jul, 00:38
Trump administration bans foreign-made robots and power inverters over Chinese influence fears
The U.S. has banned imports of advanced robots and power inverters made abroad, citing risks of blackouts and espionage amid concerns over Chinese influence.
Politico Europe · 29 Jul, 00:38
Burnham seeks cross-party consensus over urgent reforms to social care
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham calls for cross-party talks to address the social care crisis, promising 'problem-solving, not point-scoring'.
The Guardian World · 29 Jul, 00:37
Ukraine and NATO Launch Joint Grant Program to Produce Battlefield Prototypes
Ukraine and NATO have launched a new joint grant program that pairs Ukrainian firms with allied companies to convert battlefield prototypes into fielded weapons.
Euromaidan Press · 29 Jul, 00:37
Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan to ease Strait of Hormuz tensions
Oman has proposed a Gulf-backed plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees, aiming to end trade disruptions from the US-Israeli war on Iran. Iran's demands for control and fees remain a sticking point, while Trump threatens more strikes.
France 24 · 28 Jul, 23:38
Keiko Fujimori sworn in as Peru's first female president, vows stability
Keiko Fujimori, daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori, was inaugurated as Peru's president after a narrow June election victory, becoming the first woman to hold the office and pledging to end a decade of political instability.
Euronews · 28 Jul, 23:38
Trump meets Ukrainian, Israeli leaders at Lindsey Graham's funeral
President Trump held talks with Ukrainian and Israeli leaders on the sidelines of Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral.
NPR World · 28 Jul, 23:38
eBay to Pay $55.7 Million in Settlement for Harassment Campaign Against Journalists
eBay has agreed to a $55.7 million civil settlement with David and Ina Steiner, founders of EcommerceBytes, who were targeted by a disturbing harassment campaign orchestrated by the company's former executives and employees in 2019.
Wired · 28 Jul, 23:38
Leaked United Russia brand book sets design for September campaign, but lacks party platform
Meduza has obtained United Russia's campaign brand book, which dictates slogans, candidate photo layout, and color scheme, but the party's program is absent and will only be adopted in late August.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 23:37
Protests in DC against Netanyahu’s meeting with Trump
A group of demonstrators gathered near the White House to protest Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit and meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Al Jazeera · 28 Jul, 23:37
Ukraine turns Cold War-era M113 APC into mine-clearing robot
Engineers from the Khartia brigade have converted a U.S.-made M113 armored personnel carrier into an unmanned vehicle for mine clearance.
Euromaidan Press · 28 Jul, 23:37
Zelenskyy and Netanyahu face uncertain reception in Trump's unpredictable White House
The simultaneous visits of Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Israel's Netanyahu to Washington highlight the shifting dynamics of US foreign policy under President Trump, with both leaders facing uncertain outcomes due to Trump's mercurial leadership.
Guardian Ukraina · 28 Jul, 22:39
Trump pushes RFK Jr to slash vaccines more aggressively, report says
According to the Wall Street Journal, Donald Trump is urging Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr to cut vaccine recommendations further, despite polling showing such moves are unpopular. Experts warn of rising preventable diseases.
The Guardian World · 28 Jul, 22:38
Iran Hangs Protesters as Executions Surge, Rights Groups Say
Human rights activists report that the Iranian government is rapidly increasing executions. The latest execution has sparked public protests, as videos appear to show.
The New York Times · 28 Jul, 22:38
BBC investigation: Russia channels ninth-graders into trade schools and army
Russian authorities are increasingly pushing ninth-graders toward vocational colleges instead of high school and university to meet demand for blue-collar workers and facilitate military conscription, a BBC investigation has found.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 22:38
India's 'cockroach' protesters force resignation of Modi's minister
The satirical 'Cockroach People's Party' protests led to the resignation of India's education minister after exam leak scandals and violent police crackdown.
France 24 · 28 Jul, 22:38
Laura Loomer's Ukraine Reversal Stirs Up MAGA Civil War
Conspiracy theorist and staunch Trump supporter Laura Loomer changed her stance on Ukraine after a visit, deepening divisions among Trump's base.
Wired · 28 Jul, 22:37
UN Secretary-General aims to revive Cyprus reunification talks
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has reaffirmed his commitment to support the resumption of reunification talks in Cyprus, holding separate meetings with both Cypriot leaders.
LSM · 28 Jul, 22:37
Russian newspaper Vedomosti mistakenly labels Decembrists as ‘undesirable’ organization
The Russian business daily Vedomosti erroneously labeled the Decembrists, participants in the 1825 uprising, as an ‘undesirable’ organization in an article about their trials, likely due to an algorithm that confused the historical rebels with a German NGO banned in Russia in 2022.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 21:38
Car explodes on Odesa road, killing driver and injuring passenger
A moving car exploded in Odesa on 28 July, killing the driver and hospitalizing a female passenger. It was the second car explosion in the city within 24 hours.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 28 Jul, 21:38
Several US Schools to Deploy Pepper-Spraying Drones for Active Shooter Response
Multiple US schools are set to install drones equipped with pepper spray and other non-lethal tools to intervene during school shootings, a concept inspired by drone warfare in Ukraine. The initiative, led by Texas-based Campus Guardian Angel, has drawn both support and criticism.
The Guardian World · 28 Jul, 21:38
Uganda declares end to Ebola outbreak
Uganda's health minister has declared the end of the Ebola outbreak, urging the public to remain vigilant and continue following health measures.
Al Jazeera · 28 Jul, 21:38
Trump and Netanyahu meet face-to-face for first time since Iran war rift
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday for their first in-person talks since the war with Iran began. The 90-minute meeting was described as positive and productive as they sought to ease public tensions over the conflict.
Euronews · 28 Jul, 21:38
Ghana mourns its tallest man - a 'generous and popular giant'
Ghana's tallest man, Abdul-Samed Ashim Awuche, has died in hospital after treatment for complications of Marfan syndrome. He was known for his height and generosity, bringing fame to his village.
BBC World · 28 Jul, 21:38
Trump hosts back-to-back White House meetings with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu
US President Donald Trump held separate meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday, addressing air defense needs for Ukraine and strained US-Israel relations.
Guardian Ukraina · 28 Jul, 21:38
Wildfires in France and Spain: 300,000 evacuated, survivors share horror stories
Massive wildfires in France and Spain have forced about 300,000 people to flee their homes. Flames have destroyed tens of thousands of hectares, and residents recount terrifying experiences.
Jauns.lv · 28 Jul, 21:37
Mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Kenya prompts urgent inquiry
An investigation has been launched after 14 elephants were found dead near Amboseli National Park in southern Kenya, with officials seeking to determine the cause.
BBC World · 28 Jul, 20:39
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Iran to Avoid Escalation in Phone Call
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, emphasizing the need to avoid unnecessary escalation and urging Iran to cease support for Russia's war against Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 28 Jul, 20:38
One Dead, About 50 Injured in Kumamoto Earthquake in Japan
An earthquake in Japan's southwestern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday left one person dead and about 50 others injured.
The New York Times · 28 Jul, 20:38
Brave1 and NATO launch joint grant program to scale drone and air-defense technology
Ukraine's Brave1 and NATO have begun accepting applications for a new joint grant program aimed at scaling drone and air-defense technology.
Euromaidan Press · 28 Jul, 20:38
Russia Considers Arming Grain Ships with Machine Guns and Missile Launchers to Counter Ukrainian Drones
Russian officials are reportedly discussing the installation of machine guns and mobile missile launchers on grain ships in the Sea of Azov to protect them from Ukrainian drone attacks, according to Bloomberg.
Meduza · 28 Jul, 20:38
Seattle Raccoon Jimothy with Rare Spine Condition Captivates Internet Users Worldwide
A wild raccoon named Jimothy from Seattle, suffering from a rare short spine syndrome, has become an internet sensation, drawing millions of viewers with his unusual appearance and gait. Despite his condition, he is independent and has become the city's unofficial mascot.
Jauns.lv · 28 Jul, 20:38
Lindsey Graham remembered as ‘true American original’ at Capitol memorial
World leaders and politicians gathered in Washington to honor the late US Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly at 71. He was recalled as a polarizing figure who blended 'America First' with a staunch interventionist foreign policy.
The Guardian World · 28 Jul, 20:37
Tributes paid to Lindsey Graham at US Capitol ceremony
Hundreds of officials gathered in the Capitol Rotunda to honour the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham.
Al Jazeera · 28 Jul, 20:37
British MP accuses French patrol boat of firing 'warning shots' in Channel
British opposition MP Chris Philp said a French warship fired warning shots near him in the Channel while he was giving an interview to the BBC. French authorities described the incident as a training exercise.
France 24 · 28 Jul, 19:38