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Ukraine Replaces Government in Five Days: One Minister's Exit Sparks Protests in 17 Cities
Ukraine has undergone a rapid government reshuffle, with the prime minister and defense minister being dismissed. The latter’s departure prompted protests in 17 cities across the country.
Euromaidan Press · 17 Jul, 21:36
Zelenskyy Thanks US Congress for Supporting Graham's Sanctions Bill
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the US Congress for backing Senator Lindsey Graham's sanctions bill against Russia, emphasizing that it could increase pressure on Moscow.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 21:36
Russia bans a voter-rights group that doesn't technically exist
Russia's Justice Ministry has added an international movement 'In Defense of Voters’ Rights ‘Golos’' to its list of undesirable organizations, even though no such movement actually exists.
Meduza · 17 Jul, 21:36
U.S.-Iran Standoff Over Strait of Hormuz Raises Risks for Global Waterways
Analysts warn that recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent, encouraging other nations to claim key waterways.
NPR World · 17 Jul, 20:38
US escalates campaign against International Criminal Court
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio threatens to dismantle the ICC “brick by brick,” imposing sanctions and visa restrictions. Experts warn of a “chilling effect” on international justice, despite the court's role in prosecuting war crimes.
Deutsche Welle · 17 Jul, 20:37
Russian strike on Kharkiv center: one dead, two children among nine wounded
On the evening of July 17, Russian forces struck the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv, killing one person and injuring nine, including two boys aged 7 and 2.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 20:37
Pro-Kremlin blogger who helped frame Navalny lands in jail after criticizing Putin
Ilya Remeslo, a pro-Kremlin blogger and informant who previously helped bring criminal charges against Alexei Navalny, was forcibly hospitalized in a psychiatric clinic in March after sharply criticizing Putin, and was arrested in July for spreading "fake news" about the Russian military.
Meduza · 17 Jul, 20:37
Russian strike on central Kharkiv: one dead, eight injured, including children
On July 17, Russian forces struck the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv, killing one man and injuring eight people, including two boys aged 7 and 2.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 17 Jul, 20:36
Paris region's June heatwave deaths more than doubled normal rate, report says
France's health agency reported that the June heatwave in the Paris region caused 3,000 deaths, more than double the expected number, with 82.4% of victims aged over 65. The heatwave was one of three that hit France since May and was described as 'more intense' than the deadly 2003 event.
France 24 · 17 Jul, 19:37
Euronews Evening News Bulletin: July 17, 2026
The Euronews evening bulletin for July 17, 2026, covered major events across Europe and the world, including politics, business, culture, and travel.
Euronews · 17 Jul, 19:37
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Ukraine appoints Hmara as acting defense minister
The Ukrainian government has appointed Yevhenii Hmara as acting defense minister and Andrii Sybiha as acting foreign minister to ensure continuity, while also restructuring several ministries.
TVNET · 17 Jul, 19:37
Israeli strike on Gaza funeral kills at least seven, hospital says
An Israeli airstrike hit a funeral procession in the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza, killing at least seven people and wounding 22 others, according to Al-Awda hospital. The incident occurred during the burial of a Palestinian killed in an earlier Israeli attack.
The Guardian World · 17 Jul, 19:37
Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk Oblast nearly 40 times, injuring 10 people
On July 17, Russian forces launched nearly 40 attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast using drones and aerial bombs, leaving 10 people injured.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 17 Jul, 19:37
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Comments on Chentsov-Kachka Job Swap
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarína Maternová expressed hope for continued close cooperation with Vsevolod Chentsov as Vice Prime Minister for European Integration and with Taras Kachka as Ukraine's representative to the EU.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 19:37
Pilot 'writes' boredom in the sky during test flight
A pilot's flight path over England and Wales spelled out 'I'm bored', sparking a social media frenzy.
Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 19:37
Trump Faces the Limits of U.S. Firepower and the Lessons of Past Wars
Like his predecessors, President Trump has struggled to turn battlefield successes into long-term victories.
The New York Times · 17 Jul, 19:36
Khmara Appointed Acting Defense Minister, Sybiha as Acting Foreign Minister
Ukraine's government has appointed former Security Service head Yevhenii Khmara as acting defense minister and Andrii Sybiha as acting foreign minister. Prime Minister Serhii Koretsky announced the changes on Friday.
LSM · 17 Jul, 19:36
Protests in Ukraine against defense minister's dismissal continue for third day
For the third consecutive day, protests are underway in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities against President Volodymyr Zelensky's decision to dismiss Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Some demonstrators are also calling for the dismissal of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrsky.
Delfi · 17 Jul, 19:36
Former Russian official detained over 50 million ruble loss in adult diaper factory import substitution project
A Moscow court has ordered the detention of Dmitry Kolobov, former head of a department in Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade, on suspicion of large-scale fraud related to import substitution funds.
Meduza · 17 Jul, 19:36
Uganda halts school trips after bus crash kills 20 children
A school bus crash in eastern Uganda killed 20 pupils and one adult, prompting the government to suspend all school excursions indefinitely.
Deutsche Welle · 17 Jul, 18:38
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Syrskyi: Russia Has Not Abandoned Plans for Buffer Zone in Northern Ukraine
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi has stated that Russia, despite its losses, continues to plan the seizure of new territories and the creation of a buffer zone in northern Ukraine. Ukrainian forces are strengthening defensive lines, particularly along the border with Belarus.
Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 18:38
Trump renews voter fraud claims about 2020 US election
President Trump in a Thursday address repeated allegations of foreign interference in the 2020 election, specifically targeting China, despite the claims having been previously debunked.
France 24 · 17 Jul, 18:37
Plainclothes ICE Agents Manhandle Man During Arrest at Las Vegas Airport
On July 13, 2026, plainclothes U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents used physical force on a man during an arrest attempt at Las Vegas airport.
Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 18:37
China dismisses Trump's election interference accusations as 'groundless'
China on Friday said it has never interfered in US elections and has no interest in doing so, after US President Donald Trump accused Beijing of meddling in the 2020 election.
Euronews · 17 Jul, 18:37
Preventive Measure Imposed on Suspect in Vyshneve Explosion Case
On July 17, the Solomianskyi District Court of Kyiv ordered a two-month detention without bail for one of the suspects in the case of ammunition detonation in Vyshneve following a Russian attack on July 6.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 18:36
Xi and Tokayev hail 'new level' as China and Kazakhstan sign €11.4bn in deals
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced a new high in bilateral relations as they signed over 70 commercial agreements worth $13 billion (€11.4bn) in Shanghai.
Euronews · 17 Jul, 17:37
Uganda School Bus Crash Kills 20 Children and One Adult
A school bus returning from a field trip to Sipi Falls in eastern Uganda crashed, killing 20 children and one adult. Dozens more were injured, prompting the government to suspend all school trips immediately.
Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 17:37
Azerbaijan and Russia to Restore Direct Flights Halted After Deadly Plane Crash
Azerbaijan and Russia have agreed to resume direct flights suspended after a Russian missile downed an Azerbaijani passenger jet in December 2024, killing 38 people.
The Moscow Times · 17 Jul, 17:37
Shooting in Denmark during Fire Response Leaves Three Wounded
In the Danish city of Nørresundby, an unknown person opened fire on police officers responding to a fire, resulting in a shootout that wounded a police officer, the suspect, and another individual.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 17:37
Andy Burnham's five pledges and a populist touch in his first speech as Labour leader
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, accepting the Labour leadership, outlined five broad pledges while showcasing oratory skills and populist themes of deindustrialization and hope, though concrete details remained vague.
The Guardian World · 17 Jul, 17:37
EU Calls on Russia to Accept Responsibility for MH17 Downing
The European Union has again called on Russia to acknowledge its responsibility for the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, citing recent rulings by the European Court of Human Rights and the International Civil Aviation Organization.
ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 17:36
US sharply reduces visa duration for foreign journalists
The US Department of Homeland Security has announced a reduction in visa validity for foreign journalists from five years to 240 days, and to 90 days for Chinese journalists. The new rule abolishes the 'duration of status' system and will take effect 60 days after publication in the Federal Register.
The Guardian World · 17 Jul, 16:38
Pakistani Forces Kill 24 Militants in Border Raids Near Afghanistan
The Pakistani military announced Friday that it killed 24 militants in border raids near Afghanistan over the previous 24 hours, using intelligence sources. The operations were in response to militant attacks earlier in the week.
NPR World · 17 Jul, 16:38
Ukrainian combat divers destroy Russian bomber at Crimea's Saky airbase
Ukrainian combat divers destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber at the Saky airbase in Crimea as it prepared to strike. This was the fourth reported attack on the base in a month.
Euromaidan Press · 17 Jul, 16:38
São Tomé and Príncipe: A Small Island Nation in the Geopolitical Game of Great Powers
São Tomé and Príncipe votes for a new president on Sunday, drawing global attention due to its strategic location and a military cooperation deal with Russia signed in April 2024.
Deutsche Welle · 17 Jul, 16:38
Syrskyi: Ukrainian Forces Gradually Push Occupiers Out of Kupyansk
Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Ukrainian troops are conducting counter-sabotage operations and gradually pushing Russian occupiers out of areas in Kupyansk where they still maintain a presence.
Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 16:37