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Ex-commander of 155th Brigade Luchanov Remanded in Custody for Murder of Two Civilians

A court in Kyiv region on July 14 ordered pre-trial detention for former commander of the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade Stanislav Luchanov, suspected of organizing the kidnapping and murder of two civilians.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 15:37

St. Petersburg Election Candidate Jailed 10 Days for Social Media Posts

A St. Petersburg court sentenced local activist and election candidate Yaroslav Kostrov to 10 days in jail for displaying 'extremist' symbols in social media posts he made in 2021.

The Moscow Times · 14 Jul, 15:37

Woman Charged with Aggravated Arson Over Moorland Fire in Greater Manchester

A 20-year-old woman has been charged with aggravated arson in connection with a major moorland wildfire that, along with other fires, has blanketed Greater Manchester in smoke.

The Guardian World · 14 Jul, 15:37

Russia to reroute exports from Sea of Azov after Ukrainian attacks on ships

Ukraine said drones hit 11 Russian vessels in the Azov Sea overnight, including tankers and cargo ships. Russia's Agriculture Ministry said it is preparing alternative grain shipment routes.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 15:37

US-Iran conflict widens after deadly tanker attack in Strait of Hormuz

The US-Iran conflict escalated sharply overnight, with Iranian cruise missiles hitting two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one Indian crew member and injuring eight. The US conducted a five-hour operation in southern Iran, while Iran retaliated by targeting a US naval vessel and military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait.

Euronews · 14 Jul, 15:37

Swedish Historian: The Greatest Service to Ukrainians Is to Acknowledge Ukraine Exists

Swedish academic Stefan Hedlund argues that acknowledging Ukraine's existence is the most important support for Ukrainians, as Russia refuses to do so, and that rational discourse with those who romanticize Russia is impossible.

ERR News · 14 Jul, 15:37

Lviv draft riot highlights Ukraine's struggle to mobilize soldiers

A draft riot in Lviv, where a crowd of 200 overturned a military vehicle and stripped an officer, underscores growing tensions as Ukraine increasingly relies on forced conscription amid manpower shortages. The incident reflects a sharp rise in violent confrontations with draft officers and deep public distrust in the mobilization system.

France 24 · 14 Jul, 15:37

U.S. to Reinstate Blockade at Strait of Hormuz; Several States Sue to Halt Paramount-Warner Bros Merger

The United States plans to reinstate a blockade over the Strait of Hormuz today, while several states have filed a lawsuit to block the massive Paramount-Warner Bros merger.

NPR World · 14 Jul, 15:36

Hungary votes to remove Orbán-loyal president as Magyar dismantles Fidesz system

The Hungarian parliament has passed constitutional amendments targeting President Tamás Sulyok and capping lawmakers' terms at 12 years.

Euromaidan Press · 14 Jul, 15:36

EU Population to Peak in 2029, Then Begin Long-Term Decline

According to the European Commission's Joint Research Centre, the EU population will grow until 2029, after which it will steadily decrease, accompanied by an aging society and increased pressure on social systems.

Jauns.lv · 14 Jul, 15:36

EU opens second cluster in accession talks with Ukraine on security and defence

The European Union on Tuesday opened the second cluster of accession negotiations with Ukraine, covering security, defence, and foreign policy. Similar progress was made in talks with Moldova.

Delfi · 14 Jul, 15:36

Astrologer Predicts Intensified Attacks on Kyiv Until July 2026

Ukrainian astrologer Vlad Ross has issued a new forecast on the war in Ukraine, predicting an escalation of air attacks until July 2026 and a possible freeze of the conflict in early 2027.

BNN · 14 Jul, 14:37

Ukraine opens arms exports but manufacturers concerned over high fees and geographic restrictions

Ukraine has introduced a Fast Track for arms exports, but the new mechanism does not cover all manufacturers, markets or products, raising concerns about high government levies and geographical limitations.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 14 Jul, 14:37

WHO warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak could be four times larger than official count

The World Health Organization estimates that the true scale of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo may be two to four times higher than reported figures.

France 24 · 14 Jul, 14:37

New Yemen tensions could complicate the global energy crisis

A sudden military escalation in Yemen has shattered a fragile four‑year truce, with Houthi rebels firing ballistic missiles at Saudi Arabia and threatening to block the Bab al‑Mandeb strait, a vital energy artery.

Al Jazeera · 14 Jul, 14:37

Bloomberg Loses Landmark Libel Case in Singapore

A Singapore court ruled against Bloomberg in a high-profile defamation suit brought by two government ministers, testing the limits of press freedom.

The New York Times · 14 Jul, 14:36

Russian strike on Ochakov injures eight people

A Russian attack on the city of Ochakov in the Mykolaiv region injured eight people, five of whom were hospitalized.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 14:36

Investigation Reveals Coordinated Manipulation of Comments on European Public Broadcasters' Social Media

A probe found systematic manipulation of comment sections on several European public broadcasters' social media accounts, analyzing over 17.5 million comments.

LSM · 14 Jul, 14:36

Yemen's Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia after strikes on Sanaa airport

Yemen's Houthi group launched missiles at Abha airport in southwestern Saudi Arabia on Monday, retaliating for air strikes on Sanaa's international airport that they blamed on the kingdom. The Saudi-led coalition said its air defenses intercepted the missiles and no casualties were reported.

BBC World · 14 Jul, 13:38

William and Kate Share Tender Moments at Charity Polo Match

Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, displayed affection at a charity polo event in Windsor, with Catherine attending for the first time in two years after cancer treatment.

TVNET · 14 Jul, 13:37

Russian army strikes Slatyne with guided bombs: woman killed, another injured

Russian forces attacked the settlement of Slatyne in Kharkiv region with guided aerial bombs on the morning of July 14, killing one woman and wounding another.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 13:37

Trump Announces 20% Fee on Cargo Through Strait of Hormuz

President Trump announced a 20 percent fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, despite his own administration's position that such fees violate international law.

The New York Times · 14 Jul, 13:36

Expert: Ukraine's government rotation reflects prudent and internationally cooperative policy

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko resigned at the president's request, and a new head of government is being sought. Political scientist Žaneta Ozoliņa considers this step as prudent and focused on international cooperation.

LSM · 14 Jul, 13:36

Baltic Way Memorial Unveiled in Paris

A memorial plaque for the Baltic Way was unveiled in Paris on Monday, attended by the mayors of Paris and the prime ministers of Latvia and Estonia. The monument commemorates the 1989 peaceful protest against Soviet occupation.

ERR News · 14 Jul, 12:37

Ukraine's outgoing PM not considering US ambassador post, sources say

Three sources indicate that Ukraine's outgoing prime minister is not considering the Washington posting that was used to justify her removal.

Euromaidan Press · 14 Jul, 12:37

Gilgit-Baltistan: Pakistan's tourist jewel tested by development and climate change

The Hunza Valley in northern Pakistan has transformed rapidly through education, healthcare, and tourism, but faces increasing threats from climate change and glacier retreat.

France 24 · 14 Jul, 12:37

Ukrainian Army Creates New Command to Coordinate Long-Range Strikes

Ukraine's Armed Forces are establishing a Long-Range (Global) Strike Command to unify Deep Strike units and enhance the effectiveness of strikes against Russian targets.

Ukrainska Pravda · 14 Jul, 11:37

'We will deal with it': Trump confirms US probe into Iranian drones in Cuba

US President Donald Trump confirmed an investigation into reports that Iran may have stored drones in Cuba, vowing to take action if the claims prove true. The administration has also imposed new sanctions on Cuban entities.

Euronews · 14 Jul, 11:37

Ukrainian drones strike oil refineries in Bashkortostan and Krasnodar region

Ukrainian drones attacked the Salavat oil refinery in Bashkortostan, 1,400 km from the front line, and the Afipskaya refinery in Krasnodar region overnight on Tuesday, causing fires. Russia reported 288 drones shot down, while a munitions warehouse burned in occupied Donetsk and Sevastopol experienced partial blackouts.

Delfi · 14 Jul, 11:36

Kallas: Middle East stuck in dangerous cycle of attacks, retaliatory strikes and fragile ceasefires

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas condemned Iran's attacks on commercial shipping and said the Middle East is stuck in a dangerous cycle. She also emphasized the EU's desire to strengthen ties with Gulf states.

ERR (rus) · 14 Jul, 11:36

France sends ‘strategic signal’ of Europe’s military awakening at Bastille Day parade

Over 6,500 troops and 300 vehicles parade in Paris as Macron hosts European leaders for his final Bastille Day before elections. EU accession talks for four countries also underway.

Guardian Ukraina · 14 Jul, 11:36

South East Water ordered to pay £30.5m penalty for supply failures

UK regulator Ofwat has imposed a £30.5m penalty on South East Water for multiple supply interruptions, customer failings, and licence breaches.

The Guardian World · 14 Jul, 10:37

King's Swan Upping on the Thames: Healthy cygnets but rising litter concerns

This week, the annual King's Swan Upping on the River Thames shows a promising number of healthy cygnets, but Chief Swan Marker David Barber warns about increasing litter, especially fishing tackle, which injures young swans.

Euronews · 14 Jul, 10:36

Experts: Middle East conflict likely to become permanent long-term war

Latvian experts predict that the war in the Middle East will most likely become a long-term permanent conflict, but the world is already adapting to new challenges, especially regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

LSM · 14 Jul, 10:36