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Molniya unit's kills: quality over quantity
The kills by Ukraine's Molniya unit matter more than their count suggests, as they are difficult targets.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 18:37

Prince Harry wants to return home, but Meghan says 'no' – marriage in crisis
Prince Harry desperately wants to partially return to the UK and has his father's support, but wife Meghan Markle and other royal family members categorically object, causing serious tension in their marriage.
Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 18:37
Trump Orders Temporary Content Warnings at National Museum of American History
Temporary signage will be placed outside the National Museum of American History to alert visitors about 'inaccurate' programming, as ordered by President Trump.
Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 17:38

Former Trump administration food safety official calls cyclospora outbreak response 'catastrophic'
Former FDA deputy commissioner Frank Yiannas criticized the Trump administration's handling of the cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands, calling it nearly catastrophic and urging an independent review.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 17:38

Russian attack on Odesa district: man injured, infrastructure damaged
Russian forces attacked the Odesa district, hitting a residential area and civilian infrastructure. A house was damaged, a 65-year-old man was injured, and infrastructure facilities were affected.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 17:38
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UN General Assembly Re-elects Volker Türk as Human Rights Chief Despite Objections
The UN General Assembly on Friday confirmed Austrian diplomat Volker Türk for a second term as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, despite objections from Russia, the United States, and Israel.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 17:38

Ukraine detains organizer of defense industry event struck by Russian missile that killed 10, charged with negligence
Ukraine has detained the organizer of a defense industry event that was hit by a Russian missile on July 24, killing 10 people. The organizer has been charged with negligence. Investigators are examining whether security failures contributed to the scale of the tragedy, while emphasizing Russia's responsibility for the attack.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 17:37

UNESCO Adds West Bank Site and Lebanese Castles to World Heritage List Despite Israeli Objections
A UNESCO committee has inscribed the archaeological site of Sebastia in the West Bank and five medieval castles in Lebanon on the World Heritage List, overriding Israeli protests. The decision also places them on the List of World Heritage in Danger due to ongoing conflicts.
France 24 · 25 Jul, 17:37

Wildfire in France Approaches Bordeaux, a Famous Wine City
A wildfire sweeping southwestern France has come close to the city of Bordeaux, raising concerns among officials.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 17:37

Court Cases May Delay East African Oil Pipeline Project
A 1,443 km oil pipeline from Uganda to Tanzania, planned to start in 2027 and become the world's longest heated crude oil pipeline, faces potential delays due to court proceedings.
LSM · 25 Jul, 17:37

Italy's defense minister offers job to ousted Ukrainian defense chief; NATO intern arrested for espionage
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto offered an adviser position to the ousted Ukrainian defense chief, while praising Mykhailo Fedorov. A NATO intern has been arrested on espionage suspicions. ECB President Lagarde says she won't leave before year-end. Merz and Macron vow to accelerate work on EU priorities.
Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 16:39
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Organizer of Arms Exhibition Detained After Russian Missile Strike in Bucha
Ukrainian authorities have detained the organizer of an arms exhibition in the Bucha district, where a Russian missile strike on Friday killed ten people and wounded about 100.
Apollo.lv · 25 Jul, 16:38

Latvia to donate computers and vehicles to Ukraine
Latvia's Internal Security Bureau will donate 39 computers and 40 monitors, as well as 21 state-owned vehicles to support Ukraine.
Delfi · 25 Jul, 16:38

Bus Collision in Syria Kills 35, Health Ministry Says
Syria's Health Ministry reports that a collision between a civilian bus and a bus carrying security forces on a highway in central Syria has left 35 people dead.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 16:37

“Very good results” – Ukraine strikes Russian military infrastructure overnight
Ukrainian officials report successful long-range drone attacks on Russian military targets across several regions, including the Caspian Sea.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 16:37

Honorary Consul: After Attack on Consulate in Sloviansk, We Don't Lose Hope and Feel Latvia's Support
The building of Latvia's honorary consulate in Sloviansk was destroyed in a Russian attack, but Honorary Consul Alexander Pavenko says he feels Latvia's support and remains hopeful.
LSM (rus) · 25 Jul, 16:37

Ukrainian Special Forces Drones Strike Tyumen Oil Refinery Despite Anti-Drone Nets
Ukrainian Special Operations Forces successfully attacked the Tyumen oil refinery over 2,000 km inside Russia, bypassing anti-drone netting and causing a fire.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 15:38

Troy Jackson: the Maine lumberjack Democrats believe can beat Susan Collins
Democrats are set to nominate former state senate president and fifth-generation logger Troy Jackson to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins after the original candidate withdrew amid sexual assault allegations.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 15:38
Trump faces backlash for using 'Palestinian' as an insult
US President Donald Trump has sparked backlash after using the word 'Palestinian' as an insult while mocking a Democratic senator.
Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 15:38

France evacuates over 110,000 people due to wildfires
Wildfires in southwestern France, particularly in the Gironde department near Bordeaux, have forced the evacuation of at least 110,000 people, with flames still out of control.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 15:38

Wildfires in Spain and France: Hundreds of Thousands Flee as Firefighters Battle Flames
Massive wildfires raging in Spain and France have forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate. Firefighters are racing to contain the blazes as they move closer to Madrid and Bordeaux.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 15:38

EU Allows Member States to Sell Oil Seized from Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tankers
The European Union, as part of its 21st sanctions package against Russia, has authorized member states to sell Russian oil and petroleum products seized from tankers of Russia's so-called 'shadow fleet'.
ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 15:37

Kyiv protests continue after Zelensky fires defense minister
Protesters in Kyiv announced an open-ended rally on Friday, demanding President Volodymyr Zelensky reinstate ousted Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
France 24 · 25 Jul, 15:37
Small businesses sue Trump administration over new tariffs
Two small companies filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging new tariffs targeting forced labor.
Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 14:38

Romanian F-16 shoots down second drone in two days near Ukraine border
A Romanian fighter jet destroyed another drone near the Ukrainian border, continuing a new policy of shooting down unauthorized aircraft entering its airspace.
Euromaidan Press · 25 Jul, 14:37

Euronews releases midday news bulletin for July 25, 2026
Euronews has published its midday news roundup, covering the most important stories from Europe and beyond on July 25, 2026.
Euronews · 25 Jul, 13:39

NATO intern arrested for espionage; Lagarde says she won't leave before year-end; Merz and Macron pledge rapid EU priorities work
A Canadian national of Chinese origin working as an intern at NATO has been arrested on suspicion of spying, ECB President Lagarde indicated she will stay until year-end but didn't rule out early exit, and German Chancellor Merz and French President Macron vowed to accelerate EU priorities ahead of potential Le Pen presidency.
Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 13:39

Southport killer 'trying to retraumatise families from cell', says lawyer
Axel Rudakubana, 18, who was given a life sentence for the murders of three girls and the attempted murder of eight children and two adults, has been transferred from prison to a high-security psychiatric hospital. The lawyer for the victims' families says he is trying to retraumatise them from his cell.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 13:39

Trump threatens EU with high tariffs over Google fines
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose large tariffs on the European Union after the European Commission fined Google 890 million euros for violating the Digital Markets Act.
Apollo.lv · 25 Jul, 13:38

India's Education Minister Resigns After Mass Protests Led by 'Cockroach' Movement
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following massive youth protests organized by the 'Cockroach' movement.
Sky News · 25 Jul, 12:38

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Kill Two in Belgorod, Reach Yekaterinburg Wildberries Warehouse
Ukraine launched over 300 drones into Russia on Saturday, killing at least two in Belgorod and hitting a Wildberries logistics facility in Yekaterinburg. Russian air defense intercepted 328 drones.
The Moscow Times · 25 Jul, 12:38
Israel arrests dozens of Palestinians in West Bank after shooting
Israeli forces have arrested dozens of Palestinians in the West Bank following a shooting that killed four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers.
Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 12:38

Red sun, orange sky as Madrid battles worst wildfire in its history
Tens of thousands evacuated as wildfires near Madrid and Ávila turn skies orange, marking the worst fire in the capital's history.
Euronews · 25 Jul, 12:38

Massive Blackout Strikes Georgia Again
For the second time in two days, Georgia experienced a large-scale power outage on July 25, affecting Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi and other cities, halting the metro and disrupting water supply.
ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 12:38

Home Office rejects Palestinian Jerusalemite woman's UK visa but approves husband's
The UK Home Office has refused a visa for a 69-year-old Palestinian woman from Jerusalem while approving her husband's application. Her son, a London resident, says the decision has ruined the family's summer plans.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 12:38

Ukrainian drones set oil refinery on fire in Tyumen
A Ukrainian drone strike caused a fire at an oil refinery in the Russian city of Tyumen on Saturday, according to videos posted online.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 12:37