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Ukraine

Kremlin rejects Kazakh president’s proposal to 'freeze' war in Ukraine

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov responded to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's suggestion to freeze the war, saying it is impossible due to Kyiv's stance and Russia's need to achieve its goals.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 23:38

World

Hungary opens fairy tale themed 4.5-hectare corn maze for visitors to explore

Central Europe's largest corn maze, featuring fairy tale characters and a castle, has opened in Kiszombor near the Romanian border. Visitors can navigate the 2.5 km labyrinth until August 22.

Euronews · 25 Jul, 23:37

Middle East

Head of Hamas-led police in northern Gaza killed by Israeli strike

The commander of Hamas-run police in northern Gaza was killed in an Israeli airstrike, along with four other Palestinians; a policeman died from wounds he sustained last week.

Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 23:37

World

Brazil Blocks U.S. Delegation Visit Over Concerns of Election System Doubts

Brazilian authorities have denied visas to two senior U.S. officials, fearing they intended to cast doubt on the security of the country's electoral system.

The New York Times · 25 Jul, 23:37

Ukraine

Iran-linked Telegram channels threaten Ukraine with missile strikes

After Ukrainian President Zelensky announced a successful strike on a vessel transporting military cargo between Russia and Iran, several pro-Iranian Telegram channels issued threats, including calls for ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 23:37

World

France grapples with hidden toxins in food: consumers change eating habits

Growing concern over contaminants like cadmium and PFAS in everyday food is driving French consumers to drastically change their shopping and eating habits, while facing higher costs and anxiety over their families' health.

France 24 · 25 Jul, 22:38

World

Man charged after suspected car bomb intercepted near Irish border

Irish police intercepted a suspected car bomb near the border with Northern Ireland, and a man in his 40s has been charged in connection.

Sky News · 25 Jul, 22:38

Ukraine

Zelenskyy: Russia provides Iran with satellite images of US military sites in Gulf

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has been actively surveilling Gulf states and US military facilities via satellite since early July, sharing the imagery with Iran, which correlates with Iranian strikes.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 22:38

World

Ebola deaths in DRC surge past 1,300 as virus spreads like wildfire

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has surpassed 1,300 deaths, spreading at the fastest rate ever recorded and threatening to become the worst in history.

Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 22:38

World

Police investigate payments to Reform UK first revealed by The Guardian

The Metropolitan Police are investigating payments to Reform UK made via a company controlled by its deputy leader, Richard Tice. The probe focuses on two £250,000 donations received before the 2024 general election.

The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 22:37

World

Serbia's LGBTQ+ community faces 'epidemic of violence'

Violence against LGBTQ+ people in Serbia is on the rise, and activists say attacks often go uninvestigated, fostering impunity.

Deutsche Welle · 25 Jul, 21:38

Ukraine

Zelenskyy: Russia Prepares to Receive 30,000 More North Korean Troops and Expand Mobilization

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia plans to receive an additional 30,000 troops from North Korea and new ballistic missile launchers, while preparing to expand mobilization this autumn.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 21:38

World

Brazil's Flávio Bolsonaro officially nominated to challenge Lula in presidential election

Brazilian Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, won the Liberal Party's nomination on Saturday to run in the October election, setting up a challenge against incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Euronews · 25 Jul, 21:38

Middle East

Renowned negotiator Nomi Bar-Yaacov to guest on War in the Middle East program

Internationally recognized negotiator and mediator Nomi Bar-Yaacov will be a guest on a program about the Middle East war, discussing the escalating violence in the West Bank.

France 24 · 25 Jul, 21:38

World

Cecilia Vega of 60 Minutes says she felt pressure from CBS to add ‘political bias’

Former CBS correspondent Cecilia Vega claims network executives pressured her to inject political bias into stories, including demanding non-existent footage and suppressing reporting on key issues.

The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 21:38

Ukraine

Ukrainian Lieutenant Colonel Wins Best International Student Prize at UK Defence Academy

Ukrainian Lieutenant Colonel Serhii Mahlovanyi was selected as the best international student among 252 officers from nearly 50 countries at one of NATO's most prestigious military education institutions in the UK.

Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 21:38

Ukraine

Tokayev calls to 'freeze' war in Ukraine

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, during a meeting with Vladimir Putin in Omsk, proposed freezing the Russia-Ukraine war and returning to the Istanbul Formula 2.0.

ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 21:37

World

One Month After Venezuela's Double Earthquake: Death Toll Reaches 5,546

One month after two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela on June 24, the official death toll stands at 5,546 with 16,740 injured. The government has stopped updating the missing persons figure, while a citizen initiative has logged nearly 29,500 reports of people unaccounted for.

Euronews · 25 Jul, 20:38

Ukraine

Romania confirms that one of two drones shot down by fighter jets was a Shahed

Romanian authorities have confirmed that a drone shot down near Buzău on July 24 was a Shahed-type UAV used by Russia. This marks the first time Romania has shot down drones violating its airspace.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 20:38

Middle East

Iran's government accuses state TV of censorship as mediators push talks with US

Iran's government has accused state broadcaster IRIB of censorship after parts of the president's speech were not aired. The station rejects the allegations, while mediators push for renewed talks with the United States.

Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 20:38

World

Extreme Weather Conditions Fuel Wildfires in France and Spain

Hot and dry weather creates favorable conditions for wildfires in France and Spain, which already face unusually arid summers.

The New York Times · 25 Jul, 20:38

World

India's 'cockroach' protest called off after education minister quits

India's youth-led protest movement, known as the 'cockroach' protest, ended its demonstrations after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post.

BBC World · 25 Jul, 20:38

Ukraine

Italy offers job to fired Ukrainian defense minister

Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto has offered former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov a position as his adviser.

Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 20:37

Ukraine

Ukraine hopes to use its own ballistic missiles against targets in Russia within months

Ukraine expects to deploy domestically produced ballistic missiles in the coming months for strikes deep inside Russian territory, adding to existing drone and cruise missile capabilities.

LSM · 25 Jul, 20:37

Ukraine

Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk Oblast nearly 50 times, killing two

On July 25, Russian forces launched nearly 50 attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast using drones, artillery, and an aerial bomb, killing two people and injuring three.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 19:39

World

New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear dropped into sea

Development of the Rosebank oil field in the UK will be delayed due to an equipment accident, potentially pushing production start to 2027.

The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 19:38

World

Euronews releases latest evening news bulletin

Euronews has published its evening news bulletin for July 25, 2026, covering the top stories from Europe and the world.

Euronews · 25 Jul, 19:38

World

Monkey Found Abandoned in Laundry Bag on London Bus

Passengers on a London bus were shocked to find a monkey in a laundry bag that began jumping and chirping. The animal was rescued, and a reward has been offered for information about the person who left it.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 19:38

Ukraine

Kazakh President Urges Putin to 'Freeze' War in Ukraine

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev told Russian leader Vladimir Putin on Saturday that the war in Ukraine must end, calling for a 'freeze' of hostilities.

TVNET · 25 Jul, 19:38

Ukraine

Large-scale study of demining results launched in Kyiv

A new large-scale study on the outcomes of mine-action work in Ukraine has been officially launched in Kyiv.

Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 19:37

World

India's 'cockroach' movement ousts minister, but can Modi calm youth?

Led by Gen-Z youth across India, the movement has become perhaps the biggest challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 12 years in office, forcing a minister to resign.

NPR World · 25 Jul, 18:39

World

Global South forced to choose between creditors and children's future

Millions of children's education is at risk due to the current global financial order; change is needed.

Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 18:38

Middle East

Dozens killed, many injured in collision of two buses in eastern Syria

At least 35 people died and 30 were hurt when two buses crashed on a highway in eastern Syria, one carrying security personnel and the other civilians. The cause is unknown, and the route is notorious for deadly accidents.

Deutsche Welle · 25 Jul, 18:38

World

267,000 Evacuated Due to Wildfires in France and Spain

The number of people evacuated due to wildfires in southwestern France and around Madrid, Spain, has reached 267,000. In France, it is the largest peacetime evacuation in history, with 197,000 people moved from the Bordeaux area.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 18:38

World

European News Roundup: Wildfires, Defense, Espionage, ECB

Record-breaking wildfires rage in France and Spain, Italy's defense minister offers job to ousted Ukrainian defense chief, NATO intern arrested on espionage suspicions, and ECB's Lagarde says she won't leave before year-end.

Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 18:38

World

Eight family members killed in Michigan fire, some with gunshot wounds

Eight members of the same family, including six children, died in a house fire in Michigan, with some victims suffering gunshot wounds.

The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 18:38