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Victoria proposes social media ‘demasking’ powers for accounts accused of vilification

The Australian state of Victoria has announced plans to force social media platforms to reveal anonymous users accused of online vilification, alongside lowering the legal threshold for suing platforms over psychiatric harm to children.

The Guardian World · 19 Jul, 09:37

Ukraine

Kadyrov Calls on Putin to Attack NATO Countries Supporting Ukraine

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to strike NATO countries that aid Ukraine.

Jauns.lv · 19 Jul, 09:36

Middle East

US Central Command Names Targets of Latest Strikes on Iran

The US Central Command announced another round of strikes on Iranian military sites, citing attacks by Iranian-backed groups on US soldiers in Jordan on July 17.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Jul, 09:36

Ukraine

Russian forces destroy rehabilitation centre in Sumy Oblast – photos

A rehabilitation centre for children and people with disabilities was completely destroyed by a Russian strike in Sumy Oblast. Casualty information is being confirmed.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Jul, 08:38

World

US and Iran exchange strikes after two US deaths in Jordan attack

The US launched new airstrikes against Iranian military targets, and Iran retaliated with drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait, following the killing of two American soldiers in Jordan.

BBC World · 19 Jul, 08:38

World

US Bombards Iran for Eighth Night in Row After Soldier Deaths

The United States launched a new wave of airstrikes on Iran for the eighth consecutive night, retaliating for an Iranian attack in Jordan that killed two American soldiers.

Al Jazeera · 19 Jul, 08:37

Middle East

US launches eighth wave of strikes in Iran, targeting Revolutionary Guard

The US carried out its eighth consecutive wave of strikes in Iran overnight Saturday, targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in retaliation for the killing of two US troops in Jordan.

France 24 · 19 Jul, 08:37

Ukraine

Ukraine protests shift focus: from defense minister to commander-in-chief

The new protest in Ukraine is autonomous, without foreign support, and its demands have shifted from reinstating the defense minister to replacing the commander-in-chief, highlighting a crisis of managing public expectations.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Jul, 08:36

Ukraine

Polish Defence Minister Comments on Zelenskyy's Promises to Open Archives and Enable Further Exhumations

Polish Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz expressed hope that Volodymyr Zelenskyy's promises regarding archives, exhumations, and dialogue will translate into concrete actions.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Jul, 07:38

Ukraine

Russian missile strike on Odesa region kills teenager, injures several including children

A Russian missile strike on a residential area and civilian infrastructure in Odesa region on Saturday, July 18, killed a 16-year-old and injured seven people, including a 2-year-old child, according to regional authorities. Two private houses, buildings of a sports and entertainment complex, and eight cars were damaged.

Apollo.lv · 19 Jul, 07:37

Middle East

Power, water desalination plants hit in Kuwait amid US-Iran strikes

The US and Iran continued exchanging strikes on Saturday, with damage reported at a water desalination plant in Kuwait. The Gulf Cooperation Council condemned Tehran's attacks on civilian sites as war crimes.

France 24 · 19 Jul, 07:37

World

Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park

Montana's Bozeman has seen a population boom since the pandemic, driven by wealthy newcomers, causing housing prices to skyrocket and locals to struggle. A recent rent strike at two mobile home parks highlights the growing tension.

BBC World · 19 Jul, 07:37

Ukraine

Russian Ballistic Missiles Strike Kyiv, Killing One

Russia launched a major ballistic missile attack on Kyiv overnight, killing at least one person and injuring seven, with fires reported across the city.

Deutsche Welle · 19 Jul, 07:37

Ukraine

Russia Loses 1,520 Soldiers and 547 Vehicles in Ukraine in Past Day – General Staff

According to the Ukrainian General Staff, Russia lost 1,520 troops, 5 tanks, and 547 vehicles and fuel trucks in the past day.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Jul, 07:37

World

São Tomé and Príncipe votes amid political tension and constitutional crisis

Voters in São Tomé and Príncipe go to the polls on Sunday for a presidential election marked by political tension and a constitutional crisis, with the incumbent running as an independent.

The Guardian World · 19 Jul, 07:37

Middle East

US launches eighth consecutive night of attacks on Iran; Iran retaliates with strikes on Kuwait bases

The US military has carried out airstrikes on Iran for the eighth night in a row, aiming to further degrade Iran's ability to block the Strait of Hormuz. In response, the Iranian army targeted US military assets at two bases in Kuwait.

Al Jazeera · 19 Jul, 07:36

World

Tokyo Government Allows Workers to Wear Shorts for First Time, Sparking Debate on Etiquette and Hairy Legs

For the first time this summer, Tokyo government workers are permitted to wear shorts, raising questions about workplace etiquette and personal grooming.

The New York Times · 19 Jul, 07:36

Ukraine

Ukrainian strikes devastate Russian warehouses used for drone supply

President Zelenskyy said long-range strikes hit two drone supply hubs in Moscow and Tambov regions, with Russia reporting casualties. Ukrainian forces also hit a fuel depot, ships, and a patrol vessel, while Russia continued attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Guardian Ukraina · 19 Jul, 06:38

World

Tate brothers arrested in US after new charges in UK

Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in the US following the announcement by UK authorities of additional charges including rape and sexual exploitation.

BBC World · 19 Jul, 06:37

Ukraine

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia injures two, including a 17-year-old girl

Two people were wounded in a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on Saturday, July 18, among them a teenage girl. The regional military administration head reported the casualties.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Jul, 06:37

Middle East

Iran war: Two US service members killed in Jordan, one missing in action

US personnel in Jordan died defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, marking the first direct US combat deaths from Iranian fire since the conflict began.

France 24 · 19 Jul, 06:37

Ukraine

Russia may have built flying jammer to hunt Ukraine’s long-range drones, OSINT analysts say

Open-source intelligence analysts report that Russia has likely equipped an Mi-8 helicopter with a satellite navigation jamming system to counter Ukraine’s long-range strike drones.

Euromaidan Press · 19 Jul, 06:37

World

Man dies after cross-border police pursuit ends in NSW northern rivers

A 25-year-old man from Queensland died after a police pursuit that began on the Gold Coast and ended with his vehicle driving down an embankment in the NSW northern rivers area.

The Guardian World · 19 Jul, 06:36

Ukraine

Second Air Raid Alert in Kyiv Due to Ballistic Threat

Kyiv has experienced a second air raid alert within the day, prompted by the threat of ballistic missiles.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Jul, 06:36

Ukraine

Ukrainian strikes cause over 100 billion rubles in losses for Wildberries, sellers

Russian marketplace Wildberries and businesses selling on its platform have suffered losses exceeding 100 billion rubles ($1.3 billion) after fires at logistics complexes in Moscow and Tambov oblasts caused by Ukrainian drone attacks.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Jul, 05:37

Ukraine

Wildberries may have lost 10–15% of warehouse space to Ukrainian drone strikes, source says

Ukrainian drone strikes on Wildberries logistics centers in Russia may have affected up to 15% of the marketplace's warehouse space, according to a company source. Eight people were killed, and the company is considering payments to sellers.

Meduza · 19 Jul, 05:37

World

Pauline Hanson at London CPAC: 'Sick of hearing about white privilege'

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson told the CPAC London audience she fears for England and is tired of discussions about white privilege. She also denied a rift with party colleague Barnaby Joyce and addressed her trip to a Dolce & Gabbana show in Sicily.

The Guardian World · 19 Jul, 05:37

Ukraine

Ukraine Experiences Second Wave of Protests Since Full-Scale Invasion

Ukraine is currently experiencing its second wave of protests since the start of the full-scale war. Unlike the first wave, the current protests are completely autonomous.

Ukrainska Pravda · 19 Jul, 05:36

World

New EU border system triples passport control time, airport boss says

The EU's new Entry-Exit System (EES) has nearly tripled passport control times for Brits, including at Rome's Fiumicino airport, from 7 to 20 minutes. Ryanair warns of longer waits this summer.

BBC World · 19 Jul, 05:36

World

Jens Spahn Resigns After Announcing Surrogate Child

A top leader of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's party, Jens Spahn, resigned after revealing he had a baby via surrogacy, which is illegal in Germany.

The New York Times · 19 Jul, 04:37

Ukraine

Zelensky Weighs Firing Top General Syrsky Amid Protests Over Ousted Defense Minister

President Volodymyr Zelensky is considering dismissing commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky after mass protests erupted over the firing of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, according to a senior Ukrainian official and a source close to the president.

Meduza · 19 Jul, 04:37

Ukraine

Russia destroys key heating facility in Kherson after over 1,000 strikes

Russian forces destroyed a critical heating infrastructure facility in Kherson overnight on July 17-18, which had been struck more than a thousand times and provided heat to nearly 500 homes.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 19 Jul, 04:37

World

France passes law allowing assisted dying for terminally ill patients

France's National Assembly has approved a bill on medical assistance in dying, enabling adults with incurable, life-threatening diseases and unbearable physical pain to receive a lethal substance.

Jauns.lv · 19 Jul, 04:37

Ukraine

Zelensky: Drone Strikes on Russian Logistics Centers Are Response to Its Attacks on Ukraine

Ukrainian forces launched drone attacks on several Russian regions overnight, including Wildberries logistics hubs. President Zelensky said it was a direct response to Russian strikes on Ukraine.

LSM · 19 Jul, 04:37

World

Australian senator urges conservatives to unite against 'leftwing globalists' at CPAC London

National Party Senate leader Bridget McKenzie told the CPAC London conference that conservatives are at war with mass immigration and 'woke' institutions, while Pauline Hanson's attendance drew domestic criticism.

The Guardian World · 19 Jul, 04:37

Ukraine

Russian missile strike kills 16-year-old boy in Odesa Oblast, wounds at least seven

A Russian missile attack on Odesa Oblast on the evening of July 18 killed a teenager and injured at least seven people.

Euromaidan Press · 19 Jul, 04:36