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Zelensky Dismisses Ukraine’s Top General After Defense Minister’s Firing

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the country's top general following the firing of a popular defense minister who had clashed with the general over war strategy.

The New York Times · 21 Jul, 23:36

Judge orders Trump to hand over financial records to BBC

A judge has ruled that former US President Donald Trump must turn over his financial records to the BBC in connection with the BBC's defamation lawsuit against him.

Politico Europe · 21 Jul, 23:36

Aliyev confirms former Russian and German officials were in Baku for possible Ukraine talks

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said on Tuesday in Berlin that former German and Russian officials arrived in Baku in mid-July, likely for a meeting about the war in Ukraine. Aliyev stressed that Baku was not informed.

Euronews · 21 Jul, 23:36

Zelensky fires army chief Oleksandr Syrsky, a 'victory for protestors'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday dismissed army chief Oleksandr Syrsky and appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapaty as his replacement, following protests demanding Syrsky's removal.

France 24 · 21 Jul, 23:36

US State Department issues global security alert for Americans amid rising Middle East tensions

The US State Department has issued a worldwide security alert, urging American citizens to exercise increased caution due to heightened tensions in the Middle East.

Jauns.lv · 21 Jul, 23:36

Zelensky dismisses Sirsky, appoints Drapatyi as Commander-in-Chief of Ukrainian Armed Forces

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Oleksandr Sirsky from the post of Commander-in-Chief after six days of protests and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi to replace him.

LSM · 21 Jul, 23:36

Spanish firefighters contain wildfire near Madrid after six days

More than 600 firefighters and emergency personnel managed to stop the fire’s spread toward Soria overnight; the blaze has burned 29,000 hectares and forced around 1,200 people to evacuate.

TVNET · 21 Jul, 22:37

Nicaragua's President Ortega says no more elections, extending his 20-year rule

Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has announced that there will be no more elections, effectively canceling the next elections scheduled for November 2027 and extending his 20-year rule indefinitely.

NPR World · 21 Jul, 22:37

Taylor Farms Spent Millions on Political Donations and Lobbying Before Diarrhea Outbreak

Taylor Farms, the lettuce supplier linked to a cyclospora outbreak causing severe diarrhea, donated over $2 million to conservative groups in 2025, including $1 million to a Trump super PAC, and spent $810,000 on lobbying to weaken food safety regulations.

Wired · 21 Jul, 22:37

Airstrikes in Kuwait Hit Desalination Plants Vital for Drinking Water

Days of airstrikes have struck water and energy facilities in Kuwait, endangering the country's drinking water supply as 90% comes from desalination.

The New York Times · 21 Jul, 22:37

Ukrainian strikes on Wildberries warehouses spark debate over legality and war crimes

Ukrainian drone attacks on Wildberries logistics centers in Russia killed eight people and caused massive losses, prompting legal debates over whether the facilities were legitimate military targets or civilian objects.

Meduza · 21 Jul, 22:37

Hegseth defends $87.6bn Pentagon supplemental funding request amid Iran war criticism

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced a Senate committee on Tuesday to justify the Trump administration's $87.6 billion supplemental funding request, with lawmakers furious that the US-Israel war on Iran is costing far more than admitted.

The Guardian World · 21 Jul, 22:36

White House Requests $87.6 Billion for Iran War Needs

The US presidential administration has asked Congress to allocate $87.6 billion for urgent needs, most of which are related to the US war in Iran. About $67 billion would go to the Defense Department.

Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Jul, 22:36

Spanish Firefighters Make Progress as Wildfire Rages Near Madrid for Sixth Day

Spanish firefighters have made significant progress in containing a massive wildfire that has been burning for six days northeast of Madrid, scorching 29,000 hectares.

Apollo.lv · 21 Jul, 22:36

Internal Tensions Rise in Ukraine: Protests and Military Leadership Shake-up

Thousands of Ukrainians are protesting, demanding the dismissal of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi after President Zelenskyy fired popular Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The internal crisis risks undermining Ukraine's military gains in the war.

Guardian Ukraina · 21 Jul, 21:38

Ukrainian heavy bomber drones now airlift explosive unmanned ground vehicles to avoid treacherous roads

Ukraine is using heavy bomber drones to airlift explosive unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) directly to the battlefield, as roads have become too dangerous for their transport.

Euromaidan Press · 21 Jul, 21:38

Protests Against Fedorov's Dismissal Continue for Sixth Day in Ukraine

Protests demanding the reinstatement of dismissed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and the removal of Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi have been ongoing in Ukrainian cities for six consecutive days.

Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Jul, 21:37

Trump assures Lebanon of extensive aid during meeting with Aoun

US President Donald Trump promised to assist Lebanon "a lot" after meeting with President Joseph Aoun, who sought backing for disarmament of Hezbollah and peace with Israel. The encounter is described as a direct affront to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

France 24 · 21 Jul, 21:36

Trump threatens new attack on Iran's underground nuclear facility near Natanz

US President Donald Trump announced plans to attack Iran's underground nuclear facility near Natanz, known as "Pickaxe Mountain," warning that Iran would need over 20 years to recover from current damage.

TVNET · 21 Jul, 21:36

Trump Threatens Strike on Iranian Nuclear Facility Near Natanz

US President Donald Trump has threatened to attack an underground Iranian nuclear site near Natanz, which Western intelligence believes may be a secret uranium enrichment complex.

Delfi · 21 Jul, 21:36

France divided over proposal to allow bee-harming pesticides

Political disagreements have erupted in France over a proposal to lift the ban on two pesticides harmful to bees, which are allowed in other EU countries but currently prohibited in France.

LSM · 21 Jul, 21:36

Secret German-Russian talks on Ukraine held in Baku, Aliyev confirms; Merz denies government role

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev confirmed that undisclosed talks between former German and Russian officials took place in Baku concerning Russia's war in Ukraine. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz denied any involvement by his government, according to Bloomberg.

Euromaidan Press · 21 Jul, 20:37

Outrage in France as Macron appoints senator who fought gay marriage to key rights job

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed right-wing senator François-Noël Buffet as the new Defender of Rights, sparking outrage over his past opposition to same-sex marriage and other rights.

France 24 · 21 Jul, 20:37

Netherlands to ban imports from Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories

The Netherlands will ban imports of goods from Jewish settlements in occupied Palestinian territories, joining Ireland, Belgium, and Spain.

TVNET · 21 Jul, 20:37

Indian Youth Protests Resume After Police Crackdown

Thousands of young protesters returned to the streets of New Delhi a day after police forcefully dispersed previous demonstrations, continuing their demand for education reforms.

The New York Times · 21 Jul, 20:37

Serbia's Reform Backlash Halts EU Cluster Openings

Serbia's arrogant undermining of reforms has eroded trust with the EU, leading to a suspension of the opening of negotiation clusters.

Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Jul, 20:36

Kemi Badenoch praises Starmer at his last PMQs; Burnham declares war on 'cover-up culture'

UK politics: Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer received compliments from his usually combative rival Kemi Badenoch during his final Prime Minister's Questions, while MP Andy Burnham announced new legislation.

Politico Europe · 21 Jul, 20:36

Lebanon’s goal to end hostilities with Israel ‘forever’, says president

Lebanese President Michel Aoun told President Donald Trump that Lebanon's ultimate objective is to permanently end hostilities with Israel.

Al Jazeera · 21 Jul, 20:36

Aliyev indirectly confirms secret meeting of former German and Russian officials in Baku

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that a secret meeting of former high-ranking German and Russian politicians took place in his country in July, likely to discuss ways to end Russia's war in Ukraine, without official knowledge of Azerbaijan.

Apollo.lv · 21 Jul, 20:36

US appeals court overturns ruling that freed Columbia activist Mahdawi

A US appeals court reversed a lower court decision that ordered the release of Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi, a lawful permanent resident charged with no crime, marking another legal win for the Trump administration’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters.

Al Jazeera · 21 Jul, 19:37

Trump hosts Lebanese president at White House, says US 'will help' Lebanon

US President Donald Trump hosted Lebanese President Michel Aoun at the White House on July 21 and stated that the United States will help Lebanon.

France 24 · 21 Jul, 19:37

Crew reveals tanker off Romanian coast hit by three drones

Two rescued crew members of the tanker Gas Lisbon say the vessel was struck by three drones, with the final attack occurring three hours after the first, according to their testimony.

Ukrainska Pravda · 21 Jul, 19:37

Search conducted in offices of Orbán's party in Hungary

The opposition Fidesz party says investigators searched its server offices, accusing the new government of suppressing its activities.

ERR (rus) · 21 Jul, 19:37

Aliyev: Former high-level German and Russian officials secretly met in Baku to discuss ending Ukraine war

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev revealed during a visit to Berlin that a secret meeting took place in Baku in July involving former high-ranking officials from Germany and Russia, likely to explore ways to end Russia's war in Ukraine.

LSM · 21 Jul, 19:36