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Video analysis: who has the momentum in the Russia-Ukraine war?
Since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, the war in Ukraine has changed dramatically. The Guardian's Luke Harding examines in a video explainer who currently has the advantage and how Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's strategy has shifted.
Guardian Ukraina · 27 Jul, 22:37
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Trump Optimistic About Iran Deal, Warns of Strikes If Talks Fail
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Monday about reaching a diplomatic agreement with Iran, but warned that Washington would resume strikes if negotiations fail.
Apollo.lv · 27 Jul, 22:37
Savannah Guthrie renews plea for answers in mother’s disappearance
TV host Savannah Guthrie has released a new video appealing for information about her mother Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared from her home in Tucson, Arizona, on February 1. Authorities believe the 84-year-old was abducted, and the family has offered a $1 million reward.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 22:37
Krakow Named World's Cleanest City; Budapest Dirtiest
A study analyzing over 70,000 traveler reviews has ranked Krakow, Poland as the world's cleanest city, while Budapest tops the list of the dirtiest.
Jauns.lv · 27 Jul, 22:37
Ancient DNA reveals shaman long thought to be male was actually a woman
The 4,000-year-old burial of the Upton Lovell Shaman in Wiltshire, long assumed to be male, has been identified as female through ancient DNA analysis. This discovery challenges long-held assumptions about gender and status in the Bronze Age and exemplifies how ancient DNA is reshaping our understanding of the past.
The Guardian Science · 27 Jul, 21:39
Wildfire now 15 km from Bordeaux as mayor warns of 'all eventualities'
France is experiencing an unprecedented wildfire season, with one blaze just 15 km from Bordeaux triggering mass evacuations. In Spain, a national emergency enters its fifth day as fires rage west of Madrid.
BBC World · 27 Jul, 21:39
Russian Forces Advance Near Minkivka in Donetsk Oblast, DeepState Reports
Military analysts from DeepState report that Russian troops have advanced near the village of Minkivka in Donetsk Oblast, according to updated battlefield maps.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 27 Jul, 21:38
Saudi Arabia defends against drone strikes from 'Iran-backed' groups
Drones were launched at Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Iraq, suggesting Iran or linked groups may be testing the US as it considers a new strategy.
Al Jazeera · 27 Jul, 21:38
Mitch McConnell still not cleared to resume Senate duties, office says
US Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, has not yet received medical clearance to return to work six weeks after a fall at home, his office confirmed on Monday.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 21:38
Shots Fired Outside US Consulate in Canada for Second Time This Year
Canadian police say it is too early to determine if the incident is connected to a shooting at the same diplomatic post in March.
The New York Times · 27 Jul, 21:37
Burnham meets Zelenskyy as first foreign leader, pledging continued UK support for Ukraine
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosted Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Portsmouth within his first week in office, emphasizing that Britain remains fully committed to Ukraine. Unlike his predecessor Keir Starmer, who faced criticism for over-focusing on foreign affairs, Burnham has prioritized domestic policy while relying on his team for international matters.
Guardian Ukraina · 27 Jul, 21:37
The 'Cockroach' in the Machine: How Gen Z Is Rattling South Asia's Elites
South Asia's leaders have long boasted about their demographic dividend, but the region's young people are turning it into a political reckoning.
NPR World · 27 Jul, 20:39
As Wildfires Rage in France, Volunteers Help Firefighters Hold the Line
With firefighters stretched thin, local residents in southwestern France are voluntarily using water tanks, hoses, and tractors to slow the flames, risking their own safety.
The New York Times · 27 Jul, 20:38
Three bodies recovered from rubble after Russian airstrike on Donetsk Oblast
Rescuers have recovered the bodies of three people from the debris of two destroyed houses in the village of Bilenke, Donetsk Oblast, following a Russian airstrike.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 27 Jul, 20:38
Ukraine's Emergency Service Receives Massive Airport Fire Truck from Luxembourg
The State Emergency Service received a Rosenbauer Panther 8×8 airport firefighting vehicle, donated with support from Luxembourg's Defense Ministry.
Euromaidan Press · 27 Jul, 20:38
BBC Travel Advice: How to Handle Holiday Cancellations Due to European Wildfires
The BBC's cost of living correspondent provides guidance for travelers to France and Spain affected by wildfires.
BBC World · 27 Jul, 20:38
Romania Summons Russian Ambassador, Expels Embassy Staffer After Shooting Down Three Drones
Romania has summoned Russia's ambassador and expelled an embassy employee after Romanian forces shot down three drones that illegally entered the country's airspace.
Meduza · 27 Jul, 20:38
Iran: Currently no negotiations with the US
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the country is not seeking negotiations with the United States at this time.
Al Jazeera · 27 Jul, 19:39
Fire clouds or pyrocumulonimbus observed in France for the first time
For the first time, dangerous 'fire clouds' or pyrocumulonimbus have been observed during wildfires in France, creating their own wind and lightning that can ignite new blazes.
France 24 · 27 Jul, 19:39
'Russia opened Pandora’s box first, and now it’s paying for it': Are Wildberries warehouses legitimate targets? Meduza readers weigh in on Ukraine’s strikes
Ukraine has begun deliberately striking Wildberries warehouses, affecting thousands of Russians, sparking a debate among readers about the legitimacy and justification of such attacks.
Meduza · 27 Jul, 19:39
Chad announces withdrawal from the International Criminal Court
Chad's government has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), becoming the fourth French-speaking African nation to do so within a year. The foreign ministry criticized the ICC for selectivity and called on other African Union members to follow suit.
Deutsche Welle · 27 Jul, 19:39
Ukraine's new remote turret uses twin AK-74 rifles and relies on Starlink when signal drops
Ukraine's Roboneers has developed the ShaBlya K-2 remote-controlled turret, armed with two AK-74 rifles to double fire density, and uses Starlink when the signal drops.
Euromaidan Press · 27 Jul, 19:38
Last suspect in murder of Chilean folk singer Víctor Jara arrested after 53 years
Retired colonel Nelson Haase Mazzei, the final fugitive wanted for the 1973 killing of iconic folk singer Víctor Jara, has been captured in southern Chile, closing a decades-long pursuit of justice.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 19:38
India’s ‘Cockroach’ Protesters Disperse, But Questions Remain on Education and Dissent
India’s so-called ‘Cockroach’ movement has dispersed, stating that their demands have been met, yet broader concerns about the country’s education system and the future of dissent persist.
The New York Times · 27 Jul, 19:38
Romania expels Russian embassy employee after drone incidents
Romania has expelled a Russian embassy employee following multiple drone incidents, including the downing of three drones and a new incursion.
Delfi · 27 Jul, 19:37
Ukraine dismisses Iranian threats after Caspian Sea strike
Ukraine rejected Iranian threats following Kyiv's attack on an Iranian cargo ship in the Caspian Sea, marking the first direct link between the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine.
BBC World · 27 Jul, 19:37
Burnham welcomes Zelenskyy as first foreign visitor as PM
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a naval base, highlighting continued British support for Ukraine.
Guardian Ukraina · 27 Jul, 19:37
Pause in US-Iran Strikes Reduces Oil Prices
Hopes for de-escalation between the US and Iran have led to a sharp drop in global oil prices.
LSM · 27 Jul, 19:37
Bordeaux residents struggle to breathe as wildfire smoke blankets city
Thick smoke from a massive wildfire in southwestern France has shrouded Bordeaux, forcing residents to wear masks and limit outdoor activities as health warnings are issued.
France 24 · 27 Jul, 18:39
Crimean Journalist Iryna Danylovych Subjected to Noise Torture in Russian Penal Colony
Crimean journalist and political prisoner Iryna Danylovych, who suffers from an ear condition, is being tortured by Russian authorities with loud noise for 12 hours daily in a penal colony.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 27 Jul, 18:39
Labour overtakes Reform UK in voter poll for first time since March 2025
Labour, led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, has overtaken Reform UK in a voter intention poll for the first time in over a year, according to More in Common data.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 18:38
Spain wildfires leave destruction across Ávila province
Wildfires in central Spain have caused severe damage in Ávila province, destroying homes and vehicles as firefighters battle to contain the blazes.
Euronews · 27 Jul, 18:38
Investigation: At least 400,000 Russian troops have returned from the front
Journalists at the independent Russian outlet Novaya Gazeta Europe have calculated that at least 400,000 Russian troops have returned from the war in Ukraine to civilian life.
Meduza · 27 Jul, 18:38
Venezuela withdraws from the International Criminal Court
Venezuela has announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, accusing it of bias against the Global South.
Al Jazeera · 27 Jul, 18:38
Inside the Rescue Mission That Moved Four Beluga Whales to Chicago
Four beluga whales from the bankrupt Marineland park near Niagara Falls were transported to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium by road and air, avoiding euthanasia. The mission involved careful logistics to minimize stress, with the whales now acclimating in a secluded habitat.
Wired · 27 Jul, 18:37
First Kenyan to play in NFL deported under Trump immigration crackdown
Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan to play in the NFL, was deported from the US in June for visa overstay and multiple arrests, including charges related to domestic violence.
The Guardian World · 27 Jul, 17:38