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Iran launches strikes on neighbours as US resumes blockade and Trump threatens to hit power plants
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on US military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait, responding to US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The US conducted a fourth wave of strikes, and President Trump threatened to strike Iranian power plants unless negotiations begin.
Euronews · 15 Jul, 07:37
Ryanair Passenger Injured in Window Incident Still Hospitalized; International Investigation Underway
In early July, part of a Ryanair engine broke off and shattered a cabin window during landing, injuring a 61-year-old man. He remains in hospital in shock, and multiple aviation authorities are investigating the incident.
Delfi · 15 Jul, 07:36
EU Member States Again Fail to Agree on 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia
The European Union's Coreper failed to agree on the 21st sanctions package against Russia on Tuesday, with discussions set to continue Wednesday. Key objections come from Greece on energy issues and Austria on financial matters.
Jauns.lv · 15 Jul, 07:36
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US Senate Introduces Bill for Sanctions Against Russia, Originally Pushed by Late Senator Graham
A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced a bill imposing 100% tariffs on major Russian oil and gas importers. The initiative was originally driven by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.
TVNET · 15 Jul, 07:36
US House votes to make daylight saving time permanent
The US House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act on Tuesday, aiming to end the biannual clock change and keep the country on permanent daylight saving time.
BBC World · 15 Jul, 06:38
At War With Iran Again, Trump Struggles to Dominate
The US president, accustomed to bending other nations to his will, is finding it difficult to extract concessions from Iran as his cease-fire collapses.
The New York Times · 15 Jul, 06:38
European political roundup: Le Pen's campaign, EP investigation, and liberals' congress
Marine Le Pen's presidential bid dashes EU hopes for a Meloni-like successor. Meanwhile, the European Parliament investigates alleged improper spending by Jordan Bardella's Patriots group, and the EPP expels Slovenian politician over far-right cooperation.
Politico Europe · 15 Jul, 06:37
US Strikes Iranian Targets, Resumes Naval Blockade
The US military launched a new series of strikes against Iranian targets and announced the resumption of a naval blockade on vessels heading to Iranian ports. CENTCOM confirmed dozens of military sites were hit near the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 06:37
Trump welcomes Iraqi PM to White House, vows 'a lot of deals'
US President Donald Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met at the White House to discuss economic cooperation and boosting Iraq's oil output, as the US prepares to reduce its military presence in Iraq.
Al Jazeera · 15 Jul, 06:37
Trump retreats from Hormuz tolls, suggesting struggle to end Iran war
US President Donald Trump abandoned his proposal for a 20% fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours, revealing a lack of clear strategy in the ongoing war with Iran.
BBC World · 15 Jul, 05:37
Italy's Meloni hits back at Trump over 'begged' photo claim
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has disputed Donald Trump's assertion that she 'begged' for a photo, as their ongoing spat highlights tensions over defense spending and trade imbalances.
Politico Europe · 15 Jul, 05:37
Former Child Care Worker in Sydney Facing Over 300 Abuse Charges Is Identified
A Sydney court lifted the suppression order on identifying a man accused of abusing more than 100 children over 16 years, facing over 300 charges.
The New York Times · 15 Jul, 05:36
Ukrainian media: Russia's prisons become 'death conveyors' with 695 forms of torture
Ukrainska Pravda reports that Russia has turned its prisons into death conveyors, using 695 forms of torture, and compares them to a 'little Guantanamo'. The article features Artem Yevdokimenko from Kyiv region, who twice experienced uncertainty due to his brother Oleksandr.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 05:36
Russian drone kills civilian driver in Kharkiv Oblast
A 61-year-old man was killed when a Russian drone struck his civilian car in Kharkiv Oblast on July 14.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 15 Jul, 04:38
Ukrainian drone strikes cause Russian oil refining to hit lowest since 2005, global diesel prices rise
Sustained Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have driven Russia's refining output to its lowest level in nearly two decades, leading to a spike in global diesel prices.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Jul, 04:37
China Expels New York Times Correspondent for Reporting on Citizens' Hardships
Chinese authorities expelled a New York Times correspondent after she reported on the daily struggles of ordinary Chinese citizens.
The New York Times · 15 Jul, 04:37
Abducted Abroad: How Russia Seizes Its Citizens in Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan
Since Russia launched its full-scale war and announced mobilization, it has abducted several of its citizens from foreign countries and brought them back for trial. This article details cases from five nations.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 04:37
Florida executes one of its oldest prisoners, 74-year-old murderer, in state’s 10th lethal injection this year
Florida on Tuesday executed Dennis Sochor, a 74-year-old convict for the 1982 murder of Patricia Gifford. It is the state’s 10th execution this year, more than any other US state, and highlights the aging death row population.
The Guardian World · 15 Jul, 04:37
Ukraine Accuses Russia of Hundreds of POW Executions; Strikes on Russian Fleet Continue
Ukraine accuses Russia of systematically executing hundreds of prisoners of war since 2022, while continuing attacks on Russian shipping and oil infrastructure.
Guardian Ukraina · 15 Jul, 04:37
Seven British Nationals Confirmed Among Victims of Spain Wildfires
A total of 13 people died in wildfires in Almería province, including seven British citizens, three Belgians, and others. A British couple and a survivor's story highlight the tragedy.
BBC World · 15 Jul, 04:36
Elon Musk Faces Possible Criminal Charges for Voter Bribery in Wisconsin
Elon Musk may face criminal charges after the Wisconsin Elections Commission forwarded complaints to prosecutors over his distribution of $1 million checks to voters before the state Supreme Court election.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 04:36
UK to ban Iran's IRGC; Burnham prepares for premiership; Farage triggers by-election
The UK plans to proscribe Iran's IRGC, making support illegal. Labour MPs advise incoming PM Burnham on survival. Former Starmer allies vie for roles in Burnham's team. Farage calls by-election, other parties refuse to participate.
Politico Europe · 15 Jul, 03:38
US troop withdrawal from Iraq set for September 30
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi announced that US troops will fully withdraw by September 30, linking the move to disarming Iran-backed militias, while President Trump emphasized future economic deals.
Deutsche Welle · 15 Jul, 03:37
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Russian companies face choice: pay or send employees to war in Ukraine
Plans for recruiting new contract soldiers are drafted in Moscow and passed to regions, which impose quotas on companies. Firms can avoid sending workers by paying for 'candidate selection'.
TVNET · 15 Jul, 03:37
President's Proposal to Tax Shipping in Strait of Hormuz Threatens Higher Global Energy Prices
A president's initiative to impose a fee on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz has sparked concerns over a potential rise in global energy costs.
The New York Times · 15 Jul, 03:37
WHO launches first trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo strain of Ebola
The World Health Organization has started the first clinical trial of an antiviral drug to prevent the deadly Bundibugyo Ebola strain in people exposed to the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
France 24 · 15 Jul, 03:37
Ukraine opens captured Russian arsenal to allies; hundreds of applications received within a month
Ukraine has opened access to its captured Russian weapons arsenal for allies through the TrophyLab platform. Within a month, over 300 applications were submitted by foreign defense companies eager to study Russian weaponry.
Euromaidan Press · 15 Jul, 03:37
WSJ: Power Shift in Russia-China Relations – Putin Becomes Beijing's Supplicant
The Wall Street Journal reports that more than four years of war and isolation have shifted the balance in Russia-China relations, turning Vladimir Putin from Xi Jinping's 'role model' into a supplicant and junior partner.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 03:36
Trump warns Iran: 'Nobody will be left' if no deal
US President Donald Trump escalated pressure on Iran, threatening that 'nobody will be left' in the country if a deal is not reached. He also said strikes on Iranian bridges and power plants could come next week.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 03:36
One dead, two missing after boat sinks near San Francisco's Alcatraz Island
A pontoon boat sank near Alcatraz Island, leaving one person dead, two missing, and 16 rescued, officials said.
The Guardian World · 15 Jul, 03:36
Six Dead in Brussels Elevator After Fire
The bodies of six individuals were found in an elevator after a morning fire at the Oxy building in central Brussels.
The New York Times · 15 Jul, 02:37
Maris Zanders analyzes Trump's motives for declassifying UFO files
Commentator Maris Zanders outlines three possible reasons behind Donald Trump's declassification of UFO documents: distraction from scandals, justification of military budget, and reinforcing his 'truth-teller' image.
Delfi · 15 Jul, 02:37
WSJ: Lindsey Graham's revised Russia sanctions bill is a tariffs bill; some Democrats fear it hands Trump a trade weapon
A revised sanctions bill co-authored by the late Senator Lindsey Graham would authorize the U.S. president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the five largest buyers of Russian oil and natural gas, chiefly China and India. Critics argue the bill gives Trump a trade weapon rather than an effective sanction against Moscow.
Meduza · 15 Jul, 02:37
Why ballistic missile warnings in Ukraine sometimes come after strikes: explanation
Serhiy Beskrestnov, an advisor to Ukraine's Defense Minister, explained that delays in missile alerts are due to imperfections in satellite surveillance and data transmission systems, as well as the very short flight time of the missiles.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Jul, 02:36
Former 'street kid' becomes central figure in South Africa's police corruption inquiry
Vusimusi Matlala, who grew up as a street child, is now the key person in South Africa's investigation into police corruption involving gifts and contracts.
BBC World · 15 Jul, 02:36
UK Plans Social Media Curfew for 16- and 17-Year-Olds
The UK's Department for Science, Innovation & Technology announced plans to require social media platforms to default-block users aged 16-17 between midnight and 6 am, as part of broader child online safety measures including a full ban for under-16s expected by spring 2027.
Wired · 15 Jul, 01:37