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Outgoing Defense Minister: Ukraine Successfully Tests Ballistic Missile
Ukraine conducted a successful ballistic missile test on July 14, developed under the Ministry of Defense. The announcement came from outgoing Defense Minister Fedorov.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Jul, 01:37
Kyiv hit by ballistic missiles overnight, explosions and fires reported
Russian forces launched a ballistic missile attack on Kyiv on the night of July 16, causing fires in several city districts.
Ukrainska Pravda · 16 Jul, 01:37
Ukraine defence minister resigns as part of Zelensky's cabinet reshuffle
Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced his resignation amid a broader government shake-up by President Zelensky, which also saw the prime minister step down.
France 24 · 16 Jul, 01:37
Ghalibaf Signals Door to Diplomacy Remains Open
Amid intense internal divisions, Iran's top negotiator General Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has adopted a defiant tone while arguing that diplomacy can still serve the country's interests.
The New York Times · 16 Jul, 01:37
Why Is It So Hard for the U.S. to Win Wars?
The U.S. has fought three major wars in the past quarter-century, in Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan, none of which went as planned.
NPR World · 16 Jul, 01:37
Zelenskyy dismisses reformer Fedorov as defense minister in government reshuffle
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who clashed with military command and failed to implement mobilization reform.
Politico Europe · 16 Jul, 00:38
Zelenskyy dismisses Ukraine's popular defence minister Fedorov
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov despite appeals from foreign partners and civil society to keep him in post.
Guardian Ukraina · 16 Jul, 00:38
Sheinbaum dismisses US claim linking her government to cartels
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected allegations from the DEA chief that her government is intertwined with criminal cartels, calling the remarks a political statement lacking evidence.
Al Jazeera · 16 Jul, 00:38
Intel Officials Predict the Pentagon’s Bill for the Iran War Will Exceed $100 Billion
US intelligence officials estimate that the Pentagon's total military cost for the Iran conflict could top $100 billion. The White House requested $88 billion but that falls short, and the final figure is uncertain as the Pentagon weighs replacing destroyed aircraft.
Wired · 16 Jul, 00:37
U.S. Warns Russia Is Building a Nuclear Weapon for Space – But How to Prove a Warhead Is Inside a Satellite?
The U.S. claims Russia is developing a nuclear weapon for space deployment. Detecting a warhead on a satellite is extremely difficult. Physicist Areg Danagoulian proposes a method using natural cosmic particles to identify nuclear devices in orbit.
Meduza · 16 Jul, 00:37
House Republicans resurrect Save America Act by attaching it to spending bill
House Republicans on Wednesday passed the controversial Save America Act, which restricts mail-in voting and imposes new voter ID requirements, by linking it to an unrelated spending bill. Senate Democrats vowed to block it again, raising the risk of a government shutdown.
The Guardian World · 16 Jul, 00:37
Sen. Shaheen Discusses New Bipartisan Russia Sanctions Bill
Senator Jeanne Shaheen highlights a bipartisan bill she co-authored with the late Senator Lindsey Graham, imposing new sanctions on Russia.
NPR World · 16 Jul, 00:36
Ukraine’s 412th Nemesis brigade destroys rare Russian Zemledeliye system with FPV drones
Ukraine's 412th Nemesis brigade used FPV drones to destroy a rare Russian Zemledeliye mine-scattering system capable of deploying mines from 15 kilometers away.
Euromaidan Press · 16 Jul, 00:36
Ukraine's Minister of Defense Fedorov Steps Down
Mykhailo Fedorov announced his resignation from the post of defense minister on Wednesday after conflicts with generals and military contractors over the role of drone and robot weapons in war.
The New York Times · 16 Jul, 00:36
Ukraine's Defense Minister Fedorov to resign; Interior Minister Klymenko tipped as successor
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov is stepping down, with Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko reportedly set to replace him. The resignation follows disagreements with the commander-in-chief and coordination issues with the General Staff.
ERR (rus) · 15 Jul, 23:38
Court hears Maltese politicians 'involved' in plot to kill Daphne Caruana Galizia
Testimony in a Maltese court alleged that former top government officials were part of a 2015 plot to assassinate journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
The Guardian World · 15 Jul, 23:37
Russia's FSB Second Service attempted to automate dissent monitoring with Meta's Llama 2 — project collapsed after 1.5 years
The FSB's Second Service, responsible for protecting constitutional order and combating terrorism, commissioned an AI system PAUK for news and social media monitoring. The system, based on Meta's Llama 2, was developed but work was suspended after a year and a half due to lack of experience and expertise.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 23:37
Russia pounds Ukraine with missile and drone strikes; massive fire erupts
Footage shows firefighters extinguishing a massive fire after Russian air strikes on Ukraine.
Al Jazeera · 15 Jul, 23:37
Kenya's Rastafarians lose court battle over religious cannabis use
Kenya's Rastafarian community has lost a landmark court case seeking the right to use cannabis for religious purposes. After years of legal efforts, the court ruled against them.
France 24 · 15 Jul, 23:37
Zelenskyy nominates Serhiy Koretsky as Prime Minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted to the Verkhovna Rada the candidacy of Serhiy Koretsky, head of Naftogaz, for the post of Prime Minister, following the resignation of the entire government.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 23:36
New app allows messaging Russian prisoners: about 3 rubles per text after censor approval
A messaging app called "Tochka Kontakta" (Point of Contact) has been advertised for communicating with prisoners in Russia. It allows exchange of texts, letters, voice and video messages, and other files, with fees starting at just over 3 rubles for a 200-character message. The app also enables filing petitions and tracking their status, but all correspondence is subject to censorship that may take up to three business days.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 22:37
Shabana Mahmood Expected to Be Named Andy Burnham’s Chancellor
Shabana Mahmood has emerged as the frontrunner for chancellor, edging out Ed Miliband. The decision will be confirmed on Monday when Burnham officially becomes prime minister.
The Guardian World · 15 Jul, 22:37
UK teen charged over alleged far-right plot against mosques
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with terrorism offenses for allegedly planning to attack mosques in south London, linked to extreme right-wing ideology.
Al Jazeera · 15 Jul, 22:37
Ukraine to Raise Salaries for Culture Workers and Librarians by 70% from January 2027
The Ukrainian government has approved a salary increase for culture workers and librarians – from January 1, 2027, most will see a 70% rise, with selected categories receiving a 40% increase.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 22:36
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Zelenskyy Announces Candidate for Defense Minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to nominate current Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko as Defense Minister, while incumbent Mykhailo Fedorov confirmed his resignation due to a conflict with the military commander.
Apollo.lv · 15 Jul, 22:36
Biden Provides Update on Cancer Treatment and Announces Memoir Release
Former US President Joe Biden said his cancer treatment is going well and announced that his memoirs about his presidency will be published in November.
Jauns.lv · 15 Jul, 22:36
Ukraine’s reformist defense minister steps down after six months; audit uncovered $7.2 billion overspending
Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's youngest defense minister and architect of drone warfare, is leaving his post after half a year, following an audit he initiated that revealed $7.2 billion in defense overspending.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Jul, 22:36
Fontainebleau forest fire near Paris contained; five arrested on suspicion of arson
Five people, including a volunteer firefighter, have been arrested on suspicion of intentionally starting forest fires in France. One suspect admitted to accidentally causing a fire by discarding a cigarette.
France 24 · 15 Jul, 22:36
Zelenskyy to Nominate Interior Minister Klymenko as Defense Minister
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to nominate Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko for the position of Defense Minister, according to Ukrainian public broadcaster Suspilne.
LSM · 15 Jul, 22:36
EU ministers fail to approve 21st Russia sanctions round; Wednesday deadline for oil price cap
EU foreign ministers failed to sign off on the 21st sanctions package against Russia, with Wednesday as the last day to agree on an oil price cap. Simultaneously, EU steel import cuts strain trade relationships, including a dispute with Brazil, while deals with a dozen countries ease quota reductions.
Politico Europe · 15 Jul, 21:37
Russian FPV drone kills two in Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia region
A Russian FPV drone strike in Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia region, has killed two people.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 21:36
Chief engineer of Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant killed in Ukrainian drone strike, Rosatom says
Rosatom head Alexei Likhachev announced that the chief engineer of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Alexander Yakovlev, was killed in a Ukrainian drone attack.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 21:36
Zelenskyy not to nominate Fedorov for Defense Minister, sources say
According to sources in the Servant of the People faction, President Zelenskyy stated he will not nominate Mykhailo Fedorov as Defense Minister due to a systemic conflict with the army command.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 20:37
Todd Blanche's loyalty to Trump questioned in Senate confirmation hearing
The US Senate Judiciary Committee is examining Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General, focusing on his allegiance to President Trump and the Justice Department's independence.
Al Jazeera · 15 Jul, 20:37
France's lower house adopts historic assisted dying bill
France's National Assembly gave final approval to a landmark right-to-die law, allowing adults with incurable conditions to receive a lethal substance under strict conditions. The law now faces review by the Constitutional Council.
France 24 · 15 Jul, 20:36
Moldova's Ruling Party Candidate for PM Calls for Bolder Reforms
Vasile Tofans, a businessman and the candidate for prime minister from Moldova's pro-European party, emphasizes the need for greater political courage in implementing structural reforms and strengthening the economy.
LSM · 15 Jul, 20:36