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German Minister: Attack on Berlin Pride Was Islamist Terror Attack
Germany's interior minister has stated that the attack at Berlin's Pride parade, where a car plowed into a crowd, was an Islamist terror attack. The number of injured has risen to 29, and the main suspect is a 21-year-old man who attempted to join the Islamic State group.
Delfi · 26 Jul, 16:37
Ukrainian Expert Reveals Updated Russian Boomerang Drone with Targeting Capability
Ukrainian radio technology expert Serhii Beskrestnov has published photos of an upgraded Russian Boomerang drone, noting new target-guidance and improved radio control features.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 26 Jul, 15:38
Russia and Ukraine Both Report Civilians Killed in Strikes
Kyiv came under ballistic missile attack from Russian forces early Sunday, while other regions suffered bombardments that killed two. Russia said four civilians were killed by a Ukrainian drone strike in occupied Horlivka.
The Moscow Times · 26 Jul, 15:38
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani: Always in a Suit, No Matter the Occasion
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has gained attention for almost always wearing a suit, even while playing sports, swimming, or at the beach, raising questions about practicality and political symbolism.
The Guardian World · 26 Jul, 15:38
France battles 'fire whirlwinds', Spain sees Madrid suburbs ablaze
Over the past week, wildfires have erupted in several European countries, primarily France and Spain, leading to the evacuation of more than 330,000 people in total. In France, fire has destroyed 42,000 hectares, making it one of the largest wildfires since World War II.
ERR (rus) · 26 Jul, 15:37
Romania shoots down third drone, blames Russia; EU reacts to US tariffs
Romania's military shot down a third drone in as many days, blaming Russia. Meanwhile, the EU signals relief over new US tariffs, while concerns grow that the fine against Google could trigger a response from Donald Trump.
Politico Europe · 26 Jul, 15:37
From Joke to Movement: 'Cockroach Janta Party' Challenges India's Government
Abhijeet Dipke founded the Cockroach Janta Party as a joke after a judge insulted young people, but it snowballed into a generational movement that has confronted the country's leaders.
The New York Times · 26 Jul, 15:37
Ukrainian Drones Strike Wildberries Warehouses; Expert: Target is Russia’s Economy
In recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have increasingly targeted warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries. Experts say that while Kyiv argues these are legitimate targets due to the sale of dual-use goods, the primary aim is to pressure Russia’s economy and society.
LSM · 26 Jul, 15:37
French firefighters battle blazes with military cargo planes
Unchecked wildfires in France have displaced over 300,000 people, and firefighters are using a converted A400M military cargo aircraft to drop retardant on the advancing flames.
France 24 · 26 Jul, 15:37
Armenia's drag queens risk it all for the stage amid violence and hope
Despite police raids and targeted attacks, Armenia's underground drag scene is growing, fueled by local resilience and an influx of Russian emigres since the Ukraine war.
France 24 · 26 Jul, 14:39
Burnham's Oxbridge-Heavy Cabinet Sparks Debate on Social Mobility and Class Progress
Andy Burnham's new cabinet, with a high proportion of Oxbridge graduates and private school alumni, raises questions among experts about whether this reflects genuine social mobility or a lack of progress on class representation.
The Guardian World · 26 Jul, 14:38
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Zelenskyy: Putin Preparing New Mobilization, Expects 30,000 North Korean Soldiers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is planning a new mobilization this autumn and expects 30,000 troops from North Korea.
TVNET · 26 Jul, 14:38
Ukraine strikes Russian cargo bound for Iran as conflict widens
Ukraine announced strikes on Russian vessels in the Caspian Sea allegedly carrying military cargo to Iran. President Zelensky claims Russia provides satellite intelligence to Iran for targeting US military facilities in the Middle East.
Euronews · 26 Jul, 14:38
Finnish president: Ukraine's position is strongest since start of war
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Ukraine's position is the strongest it has been since the war began, and emphasized that Ukraine is ready for peace.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 26 Jul, 14:38
Anti-war protesters demand end to US use of UK airbase to strike Iran
Anti-war activists gathered outside a UK airbase, demanding an end to US forces using the base for strikes on Iran.
Al Jazeera · 26 Jul, 14:37
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Experts: Five Possible Scenarios for Russian Attack on NATO
Atlantic Council military expert Richard Hooker outlined five scenarios in which Russia could test NATO's readiness, including a land corridor to Kaliningrad, a hybrid operation in Estonia, and seizing the Svalbard archipelago.
Apollo.lv · 26 Jul, 14:37
Romania intercepts a Russian drone over the Danube delta on Sunday
Romanian air defense intercepted a Russian drone over the sea near the Danube delta on Sunday, as Bucharest prepares to lodge a protest with Moscow.
Euromaidan Press · 26 Jul, 14:37
Trump revives Cold War rhetoric with warnings of 'communist menace'
Donald Trump is using Cold War-era language in his speeches, claiming that communism is rising again in the US, fueled by the Democratic Socialists. Experts say the rhetoric mainly resonates with older voters, while younger generations see it as less of a threat.
The Guardian World · 26 Jul, 13:38
Pentagon Wants to Build Data Centers; Congress Has Questions
The U.S. Department of Defense is leasing land on military bases to private firms for AI data centers, drawing bipartisan concern from lawmakers about energy and water use, as well as impacts on local communities and military readiness.
Politico Europe · 26 Jul, 13:38
Romania Shoots Down Third Russian Drone; President Calls Breaches 'Intolerable'
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a Russian drone over the Black Sea on Sunday. President Nicusor Dan described the violations as inadmissible and intolerable.
The Moscow Times · 26 Jul, 13:38
Giant Great White Shark Baffles Scientists with Unusual Route
A great white shark weighing over 635 kilograms, named Breton and tracked since 2020, has deviated from the typical summer migration to Canadian waters and was last spotted off Florida's east coast, a rare location for the species at this time of year.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jul, 13:37
Russia attacks Ukraine with eight missiles and 136 drones overnight Sunday
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine using eight missiles and 136 drones, the Ukrainian Air Force has reported.
TVNET · 26 Jul, 13:37
Wildfires Rage in France and Spain; Hundreds of Thousands Evacuated
Hundreds of thousands of people have been forced to flee or take shelter from fast-moving wildfires in France and Spain, as another heat wave is forecast to hit Europe this week.
The New York Times · 26 Jul, 13:37
Wildfires ravage southwest France: Thousands face devastation after evacuation
A wildfire in southwest France forced the evacuation of 55,000 people overnight, bringing the total displaced to 220,000 in the region, as flames approach the wine city of Bordeaux.
France 24 · 26 Jul, 13:37
Republican aide: Some Arab states more aligned with US mission than others
A Republican aide notes that some Arab states are more in sync with the US mission, highlighting divergent stances on the Middle East war.
Politico Europe · 26 Jul, 12:38
Most Poles oppose return of compulsory military service
A new poll shows that 51.1% of Poles oppose reinstating compulsory military service, while 76.6% support mandatory military training for both men and women.
LRT English · 26 Jul, 12:38
Trump Pushes Nuclear Energy Agenda, Including Saudi Deal; His Family and Supporters Could Benefit
Former President Donald Trump is advancing a nuclear energy agenda that includes a potential deal with Saudi Arabia. His family and allies have overlapping business ties that could position them for financial gains, though no direct link to his policies is established.
The New York Times · 26 Jul, 12:38
Cockroach Protests Signal Tougher Gen Z in India
Protests by India's Cockroach Janta Party indicate that the country's young generation is becoming increasingly resistant to intimidation and attempts to silence them, according to a recent report.
Al Jazeera · 26 Jul, 12:38
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Iran confirms progress in talks with Oman on Hormuz Strait
Iran's Foreign Ministry announced progress in negotiations with Oman regarding the management of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Apollo.lv · 26 Jul, 12:38
Andy Burnham says he will disagree with Trump in public if necessary
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, in his first major TV interview since taking office, has pledged to publicly voice disagreements with US President Donald Trump when needed, while Defence Secretary Wes Streeting cautioned against 'sucking up' to the Trump administration.
The Guardian World · 26 Jul, 12:38
Berlin Pride attack: One woman dead, 16 injured after vehicle rams crowd
A white vehicle drove into a crowd at Berlin's Christopher Street Day Pride event in Tiergarten park, killing one woman and injuring 16 others. Some victims also suffered stab wounds.
BBC World · 26 Jul, 12:37
Attack on Berlin Pride Parade Leaves 1 Dead, 16 Injured
One person died and 16 were injured when a van plowed into a crowd at Berlin's Christopher Street Day parade. German leaders condemned the attack.
Politico Europe · 26 Jul, 11:38
Zelenskyy: More Than Half of Missiles Launched by Russia in Past Week Were Ballistic
Ukrainian President reports heavy Russian attacks over the week, including nearly 1,700 drones, over 1,630 aerial bombs and 95 missiles, more than half of which were ballistic. Strikes hit several regions, including Kharkiv and Kyiv.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 26 Jul, 11:38
Israel raids West Bank: Dozens of Palestinians detained
Israeli forces continue incursions and arrests in the West Bank as Palestinian residents brace for military and settler attacks.
Al Jazeera · 26 Jul, 11:38
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Rostoks: Zelensky Partially Yielded to Public Pressure in Military Commander Change
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in replacing the army's commander-in-chief, partially responded to public pressure, according to Toms Rostoks, Vice-Rector for Science of the Latvian National Defense Academy.
TVNET · 26 Jul, 11:37
UNESCO adds Normandy D-Day landing beaches to World Heritage List
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee, meeting in South Korea, has decided to include the Normandy landing beaches in France, where the Allied invasion took place on June 6, 1944, on the World Heritage List.
France 24 · 26 Jul, 11:37