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Ukrainian Drone Strike Sets Tyumen Oil Refinery on Fire
A Ukrainian drone attack on Saturday caused a fire at an oil refinery in Tyumen, Russia, while Russian drone strikes in the Ukrainian city of Sumy killed five people.
Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 12:37

India’s Education Minister Steps Down, Handing Win to Protesters
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned, marking a victory for student protesters against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 12:37

Canadian Intern at NATO Military HQ Arrested on Suspicion of Spying
Belgian authorities have arrested a Canadian intern at NATO military headquarters on suspicion of spying. The woman is of Chinese origin, but the country she is suspected of spying for has not been named.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 11:38

Russia forced to import petrol from India after Ukrainian strikes cripple refineries
Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries have caused a severe fuel shortage, forcing Russia to import petrol from India for the first time in decades.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 11:38

Drone shot down in Romania for second consecutive day
On Saturday, an unmanned aerial vehicle that entered Romania's airspace was shot down, marking the second consecutive day of such incidents. This is the second drone interception since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Apollo.lv · 25 Jul, 11:38

ICC member states fire chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct claims
The International Criminal Court's member states have voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan denies wrongdoing and calls the vote unlawful.
Politico Europe · 25 Jul, 11:38

Drone Attack on Wildberries Warehouse in Yekaterinburg: Evacuation Conducted, No Casualties
Ukrainian drones struck the Wildberries logistics complex in Yekaterinburg on Saturday morning; employees were evacuated beforehand, and no one was injured.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 11:38

Romania Shoots Down Another Drone Violating Its Airspace
Romanian Air Force shot down a drone that violated its airspace for the second time recently. President Nicușor Dan said the drone was downed by an F-16 fighter pilot on July 25.
ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 11:37

Houthis Accuse Saudi Arabia of Dangerous Escalation as Red Sea Tensions Rise
The Houthis have accused Saudi Arabia of a dangerous escalation after it struck their military targets on Friday, following the rebels' announcement of a maritime blockade and attacks on Saudi ships in the Red Sea.
France 24 · 25 Jul, 11:37

Romania Shoots Down Second Drone in Two Days
Romania shot down another drone that entered its airspace on Saturday, July 25, marking the second such incident since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
LSM (rus) · 25 Jul, 11:37
Trump Jokes About Running for Fourth Term at White House Correspondents' Dinner
Donald Trump joked about seeking a fourth presidential term during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 10:38

Romania downs another drone that entered its airspace
A Romanian F-16 pilot shot down a drone on the morning of July 25 after it violated the country's airspace, marking the second such incident in two days.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 10:38

France and Spain battle massive wildfires; over 200,000 evacuated
France and Spain continue to fight massive wildfires that have forced the evacuation of more than 200,000 people. France's prime minister says the fires have reached an unprecedented level, while Spain has declared a national emergency.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 10:38

Who Are the Young Protesters in India?
Young demonstrators describe the anger, frustration, and desires that drove them into the streets to join a movement testing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 10:37

Today in History: Gavrilo Princip Born
On July 25, 1894, Gavrilo Princip, a Serbian nationalist whose assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in June 1914 sparked World War I, was born.
LSM · 25 Jul, 10:37

Russian drone strike on Sloviansk kills one, injures two – local official
A Russian drone attack on Sloviansk, Donetsk region, overnight on 25 July killed one person and wounded two. The city administration urges residents to evacuate.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 09:38

Baltic states and Ukraine condemn IOC decision on Russian athletes
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Ukraine's Olympic committees have condemned the International Olympic Committee's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags, urging international federations and the EU to take action.
ERR News · 25 Jul, 09:38
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Saudi-Led Coalition Strikes Houthi Military Targets in Yemen
The Saudi-led military coalition launched strikes on Houthi military positions in Yemen on Friday, retaliating for a Houthi attack on a vessel flying the Saudi flag.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 09:38

Putin's isolation deepens: Expert assesses failures of Russia's war strategy in Ukraine
A defense expert with 36 years of experience points out that Putin's war in Ukraine is facing increasing isolation and strategic shortcomings.
Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 09:37

ICC Chief Prosecutor Removed from Office Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
States parties of the International Criminal Court voted to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan, the first such removal in court history, following allegations of sexual harassment which Khan denies.
ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 09:37

Thousands evacuated as historic wildfires rage near Madrid
Historic wildfires near Madrid force thousands to evacuate, with residents reporting a strong smell of burning as firefighters work to contain the blazes.
France 24 · 25 Jul, 09:37

Saudi Arabia Strikes Houthi Targets; US Disables Tanker in Hormuz Strait
Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen, while the US disabled a tanker trying to run the blockade. The situation remains tense with diplomatic efforts ongoing.
BBC World · 25 Jul, 08:37

Ukraine downs one missile and 127 drones launched by Russia
On the night of July 24-25, Russia attacked Ukraine with two missiles and 157 drones; Ukrainian forces destroyed one missile and 127 drones.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 08:37

France Orders Evacuations Near Bordeaux as Wildfires Spread
French authorities ordered the evacuation of towns near Bordeaux on Saturday as a precaution as wildfires move toward the area. More than 200,000 people have been forced to flee their homes in southwestern France and central Spain due to intense fires.
France 24 · 25 Jul, 08:37

Tunisia marks fifth anniversary of Saied's emergency powers amid deadly energy crisis
As Tunisia endures a heatwave and power outages, the fifth anniversary of President Kais Saied's July 25, 2021 emergency powers is marked by reports of 150 to 200 deaths linked to electricity cuts.
Euronews · 25 Jul, 08:37
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US Fires on Tanker Attempting to Break Iran Port Blockade
US forces disabled a tanker that repeatedly tried to breach the blockade of Iranian ports, firing at its engine room. The ship is no longer heading to Iran.
TVNET · 25 Jul, 08:37

Taiwan Steps Up Plans to Secure Fuel and Key Imports Amid Chinese Blockade Drills
Taiwan is accelerating contingency plans to secure fuel and other vital imports while Chinese government vessels conduct maneuvers that could be used in a future blockade.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 07:36

Fertiliser explosion sparks large farm fire in Essex, England
A fertiliser explosion at a farm in Essex triggered a major industrial fire, with dozens of firefighters working to contain it.
Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 07:36

Trump pokes fun at press during White House Correspondents' Dinner
US President Donald Trump attended his first White House Correspondents' Association dinner, where he criticized the media and called for respect of free speech. The event was held after the original dinner in April was cancelled due to a shooting.
BBC World · 25 Jul, 07:36

Greece bids for Mount Olympus to be included on UNESCO World Heritage list
Greece has long campaigned for Mount Olympus to gain UNESCO World Heritage status; the committee is now reviewing the bid in South Korea.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 07:36

Drones Strike Rostov, Engels, and Occupied Luhansk; Military Barracks Catch Fire
On the night of July 24-25, Ukrainian drone attacks targeted multiple Russian cities, including Rostov, Engels, and temporarily occupied Luhansk, causing large fires and damaging military facilities.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 25 Jul, 07:36

Russia strikes drone demonstration near Kyiv, killing 10
Russia hit a military training site near Kyiv during a drone demonstration on Friday, killing 10 and injuring around 100. Attacks also struck five regions, cutting power to thousands, while Ukraine hit Wildberries warehouses in St. Petersburg and Crimea.
Deutsche Welle · 25 Jul, 06:38

Indian Protesters Win Concessions from Government Over Exam Leak
Representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to compensate families affected by a major exam leak, but protesters continue to demand the resignation of the education minister.
The New York Times · 25 Jul, 06:38

Democrats Vote to Keep South Carolina First in 2028 Primary Calendar
The Democratic National Committee's rules committee voted to maintain South Carolina as the lead-off state for the 2028 presidential primaries, followed by five other states, aiming to better reflect the party's diverse electorate.
The Guardian World · 25 Jul, 06:37

Trump returns to rescheduled White House press gala: 'The show must go on'
U.S. President Donald Trump attended the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, rescheduled after an April shooting, making jokes and mocking political opponents.
Al Jazeera · 25 Jul, 06:37

Zelensky's Shuffle Backfires as Fedorov's Removal Sparks Crisis
Ukraine's President Zelensky faces a political crisis after dismissing Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, leading to protests and a boost in Fedorov's popularity. The appointment of a new commander-in-chief offers only a partial fix as political tensions linger.
BBC World · 25 Jul, 06:37