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Macron unexpectedly hosts von der Leyen for dinner in Paris on July 22

French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a working dinner with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Paris on July 22. The meeting was not previously announced and will focus on EU sovereignty and competitiveness.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Jul, 15:37

Russia Hardens Territorial Demands, Dropping Concessions in Ukraine

Bloomberg reports that Kremlin sources say Putin now seeks full control of Donbas and retention of occupied Sumy and Kharkiv regions as buffer zones, abandoning previous concessions.

TVNET · 22 Jul, 15:37

Expert: Ukraine's Top Defense Reshuffle Unlikely to Shift Battlefield Dynamics

Ukraine's dismissal of both its defense minister and commander-in-chief stems from a personal conflict, but an expert says the changes will not directly affect frontline operations, though the new leadership faces challenges in recruitment and public communication.

ERR News · 22 Jul, 15:36

Rubio: US to Continue Strikes on Iran as Long as It Seeks Control of Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that American military operations against Iran will persist while Tehran maintains efforts to control the Strait of Hormuz. He also cast doubt on Iran's commitment to diplomatic negotiations.

The New York Times · 22 Jul, 14:37

Trump to attend dignified transfer of fallen soldiers; Hegseth requests billions for Iran war

President Trump will attend a ceremony honoring U.S. service members killed in the Middle East, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asks Congress for billions to cover rising Iran war costs.

NPR World · 22 Jul, 14:37

Russia's Lavrov Says He Will Meet Rubio to Discuss Ukraine on July 23

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov confirmed that he will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Manila on July 23 to discuss the situation in Ukraine.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 22 Jul, 13:37

MAGA voters grow weary of Iran war costs, poll finds

A July POLITICO Poll shows that the share of MAGA voters who consider the war in Iran worth the economic cost has dropped to roughly a third, down from 50% in May.

Politico Europe · 22 Jul, 13:37

Streeting and Mahmood accused of making 'cheap jokes' about prisoner early release scheme

UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood have apologised after being filmed joking about the government's early release plan for prisoners. Crime victims and support groups have condemned the comments as disrespectful.

The Guardian World · 22 Jul, 13:37

States Want ICE Agents to Show Their Faces; Trump Administration Blocks Them

The Trump administration has sued five states and Philadelphia over laws requiring ICE agents to display identifiers and not wear masks during raids, claiming it endangers agents. However, the cited projects rely on outdated data and see minimal use.

Wired · 22 Jul, 13:36

Zelenskyy Announces Personnel Changes to Strengthen Air Defense

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced upcoming personnel changes and decisions to accelerate key air defense initiatives, including the anti-ballistic program 'Freya' and cooperation with the US and European partners.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Jul, 13:36

Zelensky Appoints New Chief of General Staff After Replacing Top Commander

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Maj. Gen. Ihor Skybiuk as chief of the General Staff, replacing Andrii Hnatov. The change follows the dismissal of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, who was replaced by Mykhailo Drapatyi.

Meduza · 22 Jul, 13:36

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry Reacts to 'Secret' Meeting in Baku Between Former German and Russian Officials

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi dismissed a meeting of former German and Russian high-ranking officials in Azerbaijan as 'unimportant' and 'empty.' The meeting, which took place without Ukraine's mandate, he said, has no bearing on the real peace process.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Jul, 12:37

New Ukrainian army commander Mykhailo Drapatyi takes charge

Mykhailo Drapatyi, who rammed a BMP through a militant barricade in Mariupol and later resigned over strikes on training centers, has accepted command of Ukraine's army.

Euromaidan Press · 22 Jul, 12:37

Ukrainian Drones Hit Two Wildberries Warehouses in Russia, Sparking Massive Fires

Overnight on Wednesday, Ukrainian drone strikes set fire to logistics centers of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions.

LSM · 22 Jul, 12:36

French mayor evacuated under threat from notorious DZ mafia drug gang

A French mayor has been secreted away to safety after receiving threats from the infamous DZ mafia drug gang.

France 24 · 22 Jul, 12:36

Turkey-PKK talks: Is peace finally possible?

A year after the PKK's symbolic weapons burning, a conference in Diyarbakir assessed the peace process between the Turkish government and the Kurdistan Workers' Party.

Deutsche Welle · 22 Jul, 11:37

Transport secretary '100% sure' new bus fare cap in England is fully funded

Heidi Alexander, UK transport secretary, insists the £2 bus fare cap is fully funded by reprioritising international climate finance, amid criticism over the government's spending plans.

The Guardian World · 22 Jul, 11:37

French environment minister announces resignation over approved pesticide bill

France's environment minister has announced her resignation after parliament approved a bill allowing the return of bee-harming pesticides, citing a broken promise.

France 24 · 22 Jul, 11:36

EU Nears 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia – Main Hurdle Is Russian LNG Transport

The European Union has almost finalized the 21st sanctions package against Russia, but a compromise is still needed on banning the transport of Russian liquefied natural gas to third countries. Meanwhile, sanctions continue to erode Russia’s economy.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Jul, 11:36

Fires Break Out at Russian E-Commerce Giant's Warehouses in Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk

Two warehouses of a major Russian e-commerce company caught fire overnight in Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk. This comes days after two other warehouses of the same company burned near Moscow.

Euromaidan Press · 22 Jul, 11:36

US resumes strikes on Iran; Trump threatens to escalate to nuclear site

The US military completed its 11th night of strikes on Iran as President Trump warned of heavier attacks, including on the fortified nuclear site known as Pickaxe Mountain. The conflict complicates diplomatic efforts, while Yemen's Houthis announced a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia.

The Guardian World · 22 Jul, 10:38

EU struggles to agree 21st Russia sanctions package as Zelenskyy vows to bring war home

EU ambassadors met in Brussels on Wednesday to finalise a new round of sanctions against Russia, but faced opposition from member states worried about economic fallout. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy praised overnight strikes on Russian logistics hubs and a Wildberries warehouse, saying Ukraine is bringing the war back to Russia.

Guardian Ukraina · 22 Jul, 10:37

New York Mayor Mamdani: City can't arrest Netanyahu, but federal government should

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city cannot enforce the ICC arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, but called on the U.S. federal government to do so.

France 24 · 22 Jul, 10:37

Burnham's Bus Fare Cap: Funding Questions and Defense Spending

Andy Burnham's new bus fare cap raises funding questions, while the Farnborough Air Show offers a chance to discuss defense spending and filling the gap from Keir Starmer's pledges.

Politico Europe · 22 Jul, 10:37

Explosions heard in Tehran as US completes 11th straight day of strikes on Iran

The US army announced it has completed its 11th consecutive day of strikes on Iran, while explosions were heard in Tehran.

Al Jazeera · 22 Jul, 10:37

BAE Systems licenses Light Gun production in Ukraine

British defense company BAE Systems and a strategic Ukrainian partner have signed a license agreement to produce L119 Light Gun artillery systems in Ukraine.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Jul, 10:37

Japan's Prime Minister's Sleep Schedule Sparks Work-Life Balance Debate

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has stated she sleeps only zero to three hours a night, sparking nationwide discussions about excessive workload and the importance of rest.

The New York Times · 22 Jul, 09:37

Wildberries Faces Major Losses After Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Warehouses

Ukrainian drone attacks on two major Wildberries logistics centers in Russia caused extensive fires, eight deaths, and significant operational disruptions, marking a new phase in Kyiv's long-range strike strategy.

BNN · 22 Jul, 09:37

Elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir: Violence and protests overshadow the vote

Scheduled for July 27, the elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir have been split into three days due to weeks of deadly protests. The banned JAAC movement calls for a boycott, demanding the abolition of 12 reserved seats for refugees.

Al Jazeera · 22 Jul, 09:37

US and Iran Continue Strikes; Trump Threatens Retaliation

US forces conducted an eleventh consecutive night of strikes against Iranian targets, while Iran's IRGC struck US facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain. Trump warned of 'multiple' retaliation for any US soldier deaths.

ERR (rus) · 22 Jul, 09:37

Spain's La Mierla wildfire: Aerial footage reveals scale of devastation

The wildfire in Guadalajara province, now in its sixth day, has burned up to 30,000 hectares and forced the evacuation of 1,200 residents.

Euronews · 22 Jul, 09:37

US Plans to Announce Nuclear Deal with Saudi Arabia, Reports Say

The US administration is expected to announce a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, bringing billions of dollars to American nuclear energy firms.

TVNET · 22 Jul, 09:37

UK PM Burnham announces £2 cap on single bus fares across England

Single bus fares across England will be capped at £2 from January, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced. The scheme, costing over £500 million, will be funded by redirecting international climate finance and savings from the energy budget.

The Guardian World · 22 Jul, 09:37

Latvia's key task in the UN Security Council: fighting Russian disinformation

Latvia has been a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for half a year, and its diplomats say the top priority is to stop the spread of Russian lies and increase support for Ukraine.

LSM · 22 Jul, 09:36