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Fire at Algerian orphanage kills 11 children, injures 19

A fire broke out at an orphanage near Algiers on Thursday, killing 11 children and injuring 19 others, Algerian authorities reported.

Euronews · 17 Jul, 04:37

Turkey to Propose New Negotiations Between Russia and Ukraine

Turkey plans to submit a fresh proposal for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in the near future, aiming to prevent the escalation of hostilities in the Black Sea.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 04:37

Trump changes Reflecting Pool 'gash' size again, but offers no evidence

US President Donald Trump has once again revised the size of an alleged gash in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, while still providing no evidence for his claims.

France 24 · 17 Jul, 04:37

Yachts belonging to six Russian billionaires, plus one linked to Putin, gather off Turkish coast

Six yachts owned by Russian billionaires, along with a vessel linked to Vladimir Putin, have clustered near the Turkish resort city of Bodrum, according to the independent Russian investigative outlet Verstka.

Meduza · 17 Jul, 04:37

William Still Distant from Brother Harry as Charles Tries to Mend Family Ties

King Charles III recently met privately with Prince Harry and his grandchildren in an attempt to rebuild relationships, but Prince William remains cautious and unwilling to restore trust with his brother after past conflicts.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 04:37

US Launches Fresh Strikes on Iran Amid Strait of Hormuz Standoff

The US military announced a sixth consecutive night of attacks on Iran, aiming to further degrade Iranian capabilities while escalating its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

BBC World · 17 Jul, 04:36

US Strikes Iran for Sixth Consecutive Night

The US Central Command announced that American forces have conducted airstrikes against targets in Iran for the sixth consecutive night, aiming to further weaken its military capabilities. The strikes follow Iran's retaliatory attacks on US bases in Jordan and Bahrain.

Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 04:36

Falling debris from intercepted Iranian strikes sparks fires in Kuwait

A projectile struck a border area between Kuwait and Iraq, sparking a fire and sending thick smoke into the sky.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 04:36

Ukrainian oligarch accuses GUR of organizing assassination attempt in Monaco

Ukrainian oligarch Vadym Yermolayev claims that the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry organized an assassination attempt against him in Monaco.

LSM · 17 Jul, 03:38

80-year-old man dies while waiting in line for fuel in Perm Krai; third death at gas station in Russia since late June

An 80-year-old man died at a gas station in Lysva, Perm Krai, after falling ill while waiting to refuel. He is the third person to die at a gas station in Russia since late June amid a nationwide fuel crisis.

Meduza · 17 Jul, 03:37

Bill to Impose 100% Secondary Tariffs on Russian Oil and Gas Buyers Gains Enough Senate Support

A bipartisan bill authored by the late Senator Lindsey Graham to impose 100% secondary tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas has secured at least 61 co-sponsors, enough for Senate passage.

Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 03:36

US strikes in Iran hit airport, bridges and railway station, killing three

Overnight US strikes targeted an airport, a railway station and two bridges in Iran, killing three people, Iranian state media reported. The US and Iran continue to exchange fire over the Strait of Hormuz for a sixth day.

France 24 · 17 Jul, 03:36

US Defense Secretary's Plan for Testosterone Screening of Troops Draws Expert Criticism

Pete Hegseth proposes annual testosterone tests for service members aged 30 and older with voluntary hormone therapy, but medical experts question the science and warn of risks.

Wired · 17 Jul, 03:36

Starmer in final Kyiv visit: Ukraine will win this war; funding for 16 Gripen jets

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, on his last official trip to Kyiv, expressed confidence in Ukraine's victory and announced €300 million for Swedish Gripen jets. Meanwhile, protests erupted after Zelenskyy dismissed defense minister Fedorov, and at least 12 civilians were killed in attacks.

Guardian Ukraina · 17 Jul, 03:36

US strikes hit civilian infrastructure in Iran's Bandar Abbas for sixth night

The US has launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting civilian infrastructure including power facilities and a train station in Bandar Abbas, causing power outages. Tehran warns that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to pre-war status.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 03:36

Canadian wildfire smoke spreads to US, worsening air quality

Ontario requests federal help for evacuations as smoke from Canadian fires reaches Toronto and the US Northeast.

France 24 · 17 Jul, 02:37

One man's hunger strike changed India's map. Can it still change politics?

India has a long tradition of hunger strikes as political protests, from Potti Sriramulu's 58-day fast that led to the creation of Andhra state in 1952, to activist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing 19-day fast in Delhi for education reforms. This method, popularized by Gandhi, remains powerful but controversial.

BBC World · 17 Jul, 02:37

Ukrainians protest after Zelensky fires Defense Minister Fedorov; president cites unavoidable choice

The dismissal of Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov sparked protests in multiple cities. President Zelensky stated that the conflict between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky made the choice unavoidable.

Meduza · 17 Jul, 02:37

Gay-Themed Cruise Turned Away From Turkey and Egypt

A gay-themed Mediterranean cruise was denied entry to Turkey and then Egypt. Official hostility toward gay people has increased in both Muslim-majority countries in recent years, though the same cruise had previously visited without issues.

The New York Times · 17 Jul, 02:37

Seven injured, including child, in Russian attacks on Sumy region

Seven people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in multiple Russian attacks on the Sumy region of Ukraine on July 17.

Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 02:36

US TV networks cautious about airing Trump's address live; Democrats prebut his election claims

Ahead of Donald Trump's planned address, several major US TV networks, including NBC and ABC, will not carry it live on TV but will stream it online. Democratic senators have already warned about Trump's likely unfounded claims regarding the 2020 election.

The Guardian World · 17 Jul, 02:36

Qatar rejects Israeli media reports of military action against Iran

Qatar has officially denied Israeli media reports claiming the country agreed to participate in military action against Iran.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 02:36

Iran Threatens to Close Bab el-Mandeb Strait if US Attacks Its Infrastructure

Iran has signaled that it could threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital global shipping route, if the conflict escalates. According to Reuters, Tehran has ordered Yemen's Houthi group to be ready to close the strait in case the US attacks Iran's electricity infrastructure.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 01:37

Ukrainian Strikes in the Azov Sea Significantly Disrupt Russian Grain Exports

Over the past ten days, Ukrainian forces have struck more than 100 Russian ships in the Azov Sea, paralyzing the ports of Azov and Taman. Russian grain exports in July could fall by one-fifth compared to planned volumes.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 01:37

France and Germany seek to show their cooperation still matters

French President Macron and German Chancellor Merz pledge to reinvigorate ties amid rising Le Pen influence and concerns over US reliability.

Politico Europe · 17 Jul, 01:37

Canada's Wildfires Now Burn Throughout the Night

Rising overnight temperatures in Canada cause wildfires to continue burning after dark, intensifying the challenge for firefighting crews.

The New York Times · 17 Jul, 01:37

Trump to deliver TV address amid speculation over elections announcement

US President Donald Trump will deliver a live primetime televised address on Thursday, with speculation focusing on possible announcements about election security and the war with Iran.

The Guardian World · 17 Jul, 01:37

Thai Bar Fire: Band Leader Mourns Girlfriend, Calls for Better Safety

A band leader in Thailand lost his girlfriend and several bandmates in a deadly bar fire. Survivors question safety standards as authorities investigate negligence.

BBC World · 17 Jul, 01:37

Former Italian motorway chief sentenced to 12 years for bridge collapse

The former CEO of Italy's main highway operator has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in connection with a bridge collapse.

Al Jazeera · 17 Jul, 01:36

US tightens visa rules for foreign students and journalists

The Trump administration has finalized stricter visa rules limiting the stay of foreign students and journalists, set to take effect as soon as September.

France 24 · 17 Jul, 01:36

Apple Sues OpenAI, OpenAI Staff Fund New Super PAC, New York Enacts First Data Center Moratorium

This week, WIRED's podcast covers key developments: Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI over alleged hardware secrets theft, OpenAI staff launching a rival Super PAC for AI guardrails, New York's first statewide data center moratorium, DOGE's use of AI in housing policy, and the cyclosporiasis outbreak.

Wired · 17 Jul, 01:36

Russian Strike on Odesa: Number of Injured Rises to Eight

Two people were killed and eight wounded, including two children, in a Russian attack on Odesa; residential buildings, a religious facility, and a preschool were damaged.

Ukrainska Pravda · 17 Jul, 01:36

Boris Nadezhdin: A Rare Russian Politician Speaking Out Against the Ukraine War

Russian politician Boris Nadezhdin has announced his intention to run for parliament on an anti-war platform, claiming the Kremlin is doing everything to block his candidacy.

NPR World · 17 Jul, 00:37

Protests erupt across Ukrainian cities over Fedorov's dismissal

Rallies timed to a parliamentary vote have spread across Ukrainian cities as citizens protest the firing of Minister Fedorov.

Euromaidan Press · 17 Jul, 00:37