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Oil Prices Hit $100 a Barrel After Attacks in Red Sea

Iran's Houthi allies in Yemen claimed strikes on two Saudi tankers, sending Brent crude prices above $100. President Trump warned that the U.S. will hold Iran directly responsible for further attacks by the group.

The New York Times · 23 Jul, 17:36

Liberia seizes €277 million worth of cocaine linked to organised trafficking network

Liberian authorities have carried out one of the country's largest drug busts, seizing nearly four tonnes of cocaine valued at $317 million (€277 million).

Euronews · 23 Jul, 17:36

British army cancels training in Kenya after defence agreement dispute

Kenya's refusal to ratify a bilateral defence deal has forced the British army to cancel military exercises, amid disagreements over jurisdiction and payments.

The Guardian World · 23 Jul, 16:38

Sacked minister reveals more about shell procurement in 90 minutes than ministry in six months

A dismissed Ukrainian minister spent 90 minutes detailing how the country buys artillery shells, disclosing more information than the defense ministry had published over half a year.

Euromaidan Press · 23 Jul, 16:38

Kashmiri activist and journalist released on bail amid ongoing legal battle

A prominent human rights activist and a journalist have been granted bail in India after years in detention on terrorism financing charges, though they remain under strict court restrictions.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul, 16:38

US Intelligence Probes Possible Russian Assistance to Iran in Attacks on CIA Facilities

US intelligence analysts are examining whether Russia helped Iran conduct precision strikes against CIA facilities in the Gulf states, including by providing target information and upgraded drones.

ERR (rus) · 23 Jul, 16:36

Trump: Saudis must recognize Israel for nuclear deal

US President Donald Trump has said that Saudi Arabia must recognize Israel in order to finalize a nuclear cooperation agreement. Saudi Arabia has not yet responded to Trump's remarks.

BBC World · 23 Jul, 16:36

Russian man gets 20 years for killing military police officer who tried to detain his deserter son

Alexey Zaitsev, 63, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting a military police officer who came to arrest his son for desertion.

Meduza · 23 Jul, 16:36

Belgorod Communist Party Official Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike

Alexander Logvinov, head of the Communist Party's Belgorod city branch, was killed in a Ukrainian drone attack on a commercial facility, according to Russian officials.

The Moscow Times · 23 Jul, 15:38

Experts: Russia Intimidates NATO but Cannot Afford Direct Provocations

Russia has long maintained a narrative that the war in Ukraine is actually a war against NATO and has repeatedly threatened retaliation, but foreign policy experts believe it cannot currently afford direct provocations against alliance members.

LSM · 23 Jul, 15:36

Zelensky’s Dizzying U-Turn on Military Leadership May Undermine His Position

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reversed course on military leadership and strategy, a move that observers say could weaken his standing amid the ongoing war.

The New York Times · 23 Jul, 15:36

US rhetoric against Iran intensifies but strategy remains unclear

President Donald Trump spoke to media before departing for a solemn transfer of US soldiers killed in Jordan and Iraq, hinting at heightened tensions with Iran, yet no clear plan for a deal is evident.

France 24 · 23 Jul, 15:36

Trump's nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia reverses long-standing US policy

President Donald Trump has signed a nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, dropping the requirement that Riyadh normalize relations with Israel, sparking concerns about a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.

BBC World · 23 Jul, 14:37

Ukrainian Drones Damage About 8% of Wildberries Warehouses in Russia

Between July 18 and 23, Ukrainian Defense Forces damaged approximately 8% of Wildberries' warehouse buildings in Russia, hitting logistics centers and increasing economic pressure on Russia.

BNN · 23 Jul, 14:37

US House passes $1.15tn defense bill amid outcry over Iran war and voter restrictions

The House approved the National Defense Authorization Act on a near party-line vote, sparking bipartisan backlash over its funding of the Iran conflict and inclusion of election security measures.

The Guardian World · 23 Jul, 14:37

UNESCO Adds Chersonesus Taurica in Crimea to List of World Heritage in Danger

UNESCO has placed Chersonesus Taurica, located in occupied Crimea, on its List of World Heritage in Danger, highlighting threats to the ancient archaeological site.

Euromaidan Press · 23 Jul, 14:37

Ukrainian drone strike damages Wildberries warehouse in Voronezh region

A Ukrainian drone attack targeted a Wildberries warehouse in Russia’s Voronezh region, causing a fire and structural damage.

Apollo.lv · 23 Jul, 14:36

Thousands evacuated as wildfires ravage southern France

A massive wildfire broke out in southwestern France on Wednesday, engulfing a coastal pine forest and forcing thousands to evacuate. Hundreds of firefighters are battling the blaze.

France 24 · 23 Jul, 14:36

Rubio says Iran ‘begging’ for a deal with US but not ready to make one

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran is privately seeking a deal to end the war but is not yet willing to accept terms, as American strikes continue for a 12th consecutive night.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul, 13:37

Russia chokes Ukraine’s Black Sea export corridor

Russian attacks on civilian cargo ships have prevented any vessels from entering Ukrainian ports in Odesa region for the first time since the corridor was established in 2023.

Politico Europe · 23 Jul, 13:37

Ukraine Escalates Air War: Strikes on Commercial Warehouses in Russia

Ukraine is intensifying its air campaign by hitting commercial warehouses, aiming to bring the war closer to ordinary Russians.

The New York Times · 23 Jul, 13:37

Russia to Monitor Food Prices by Reading Store Cash Registers

Unable to curb rising food prices, Russia is building a real-time monitoring system that will read data from retail cash registers to police price changes.

Euromaidan Press · 23 Jul, 13:36

Le Pen Leads French Presidential Polls: Can She Still Win?

France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen is comfortably leading presidential polls, but the question of whether she can actually win remains open.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 23 Jul, 13:36

Former Lithuanian Army Chief Warns Ukraine Leadership Changes Risk Military Instability

Former Lithuanian army commander Lt. Gen. Vytautas Jonas Žukas has warned that frequent changes in Ukraine's military and political leadership could undermine stability during the war with Russia.

LRT English · 23 Jul, 12:38

Rubio and Lavrov meet in the Philippines

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in the Philippines to discuss bilateral relations and the war in Ukraine.

Apollo.lv · 23 Jul, 12:38

More than 2,300 Israelis storm Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem

Over 2,300 Israeli settlers and far-right activists stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, marking the Jewish holiday of Tisha B'Av.

Al Jazeera · 23 Jul, 12:38

Kremlin Lowers United Russia's Election Target as Support for Putin Declines

The Kremlin has reduced its election target for United Russia to 45% of the vote in the September elections, down from an initial 55%, as falling support for President Putin, gasoline shortages, and war fatigue take a toll.

Meduza · 23 Jul, 12:37

US-Saudi Deal Raises Fears of Looser Nuclear Nonproliferation

A reported agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia is fueling concerns that it could encourage other nations to seek nuclear capabilities, weakening global nonproliferation rules.

The New York Times · 23 Jul, 12:37

Rubio: We want the war in Ukraine to end

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Manila to discuss the war in Ukraine. Rubio stated that the U.S. is ready to play a positive role in ending the war, but a mutual agreement is needed.

ERR (rus) · 23 Jul, 12:37

UK political roundup: Burnham, Bardella, and Badenoch

The new prime minister targets Reform UK supporters, while French far-right leader to address Reform conference. Kemi Badenoch pays compliments to Starmer.

Politico Europe · 23 Jul, 12:37

Germany Approves Nuclear Project Linked to Russia Despite Security Concerns

Lower Saxony's Environment Ministry has granted approval to Framatome to produce Russian-designed nuclear fuel rods in Lingen, imposing strict conditions to prevent espionage and sabotage.

BNN · 23 Jul, 12:36

Rubio says 'new ideas' needed for peace in Ukraine; EU approves 21st sanctions package against Russia

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after meeting Sergei Lavrov, stated that new ideas are needed to break the deadlock in talks on ending the war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the EU approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia, granting Greece an exemption for liquefied natural gas transports.

The Guardian World · 23 Jul, 11:38

Russia passes law stripping dissidents abroad of rights in sweeping 'traitor' legislation

Russia's parliament passed a law on Wednesday that strips property rights, bank accounts, and consular services from Russians abroad facing political prosecution, which lawyers say amounts to de facto revocation of citizenship.

Euronews · 23 Jul, 11:37

FT: EU to let Greek company keep shipping Russian gas to win approval for new sanctions package

Greek shipping company Dynagas will be allowed to continue transporting Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) despite EU sanctions, the Financial Times reported, citing European diplomats. The decision still needs approval from EU ambassadors.

Meduza · 23 Jul, 11:37