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Minnesota prosecutors obtain previously withheld evidence in ICE and CBP fatal shootings
Hennepin County prosecutors have finally received evidence from federal authorities that was previously withheld regarding the fatal shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti during protests against immigration enforcement.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 23:37
Trump notifies Congress of new war against Iran
President Donald Trump has officially notified Congress that the United States is again at war with Iran, giving the administration a 60-day window for military action.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 23:36
Hungary's Parliament Removes Orban Ally from Presidential Post
Hungary's parliament has voted to remove an ally of former far-right leader Viktor Orban from the presidency. Prime Minister Peter Magyar defended the move, which has drawn criticism from human rights groups and Orban supporters.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 23:36
Zelensky offers PM post to Naftohaz chief Koretsky; Svyrydenko to become ambassador to US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered the prime minister position to Serhiy Koretsky, head of state energy company Naftohaz, emphasizing protection of the energy system for the coming winter, which could be the toughest since the war began.
Meduza · 13 Jul, 23:36
US keeping Strait of Hormuz open is 'a massive force problem', says analyst
A former NATO analyst has stated that the US effort to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, amid Trump's push for a naval blockade, would be a massive military operation.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 23:36
General Staff: 202 combat engagements in a day, most on Pokrovsk and Sloviansk axes
Russian forces launched 202 attacks on July 13, primarily concentrated near Pokrovsk and Sloviansk, while also using hundreds of guided bombs and thousands of drones.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 23:36
Tice and Yusuf Politicize Widdecombe Murder Despite Police Plea
Reform UK politicians Richard Tice and Zia Yusuf use the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe for political attacks, ignoring police requests not to speculate on motives or politicize the event.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 22:38
France to Grant Ukraine Licenses for Missile Production, Macron Announces
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will allow Ukraine to produce French missiles, including Aster and SCALP missiles, under license, during a joint press conference with Ukrainian, British, and German leaders.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 13 Jul, 22:38
10-nation coalition to build shared European anti-ballistic missile defence programme
Ukraine, the UK, Germany, France and six other countries have announced a joint anti-ballistic missile defence system for Europe, drawing on Kyiv's experience fighting Russia's full-scale invasion.
Guardian Ukraina · 13 Jul, 22:38
EU Allocates €120 Million to Strengthen Moldova's Air Defense
The European Union has granted €120 million to Moldova for air defense amid repeated Russian drone incursions into its airspace linked to the war in Ukraine.
Apollo.lv · 13 Jul, 22:37
Trump reinstates naval blockade of Iranian ports
US President Donald Trump has announced the reinstatement of a naval blockade on Iranian ports and a 20% fee on all cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by vowing to remain the strait's guardian, while the IMO rejected the fee as lacking legal basis.
BBC World · 13 Jul, 22:37
Estonia to Propose Stripping EU Funding from IOC and Federations That Allowed Russian Athletes
Estonia has taken the lead in pushing for sanctions against the International Olympic Committee (IOC) after it lifted Russia's disqualification, proposing to strip EU funding from the IOC and international federations that allowed Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete.
TVNET · 13 Jul, 22:37
Voloshyn to command newly created Rapid Response Forces to 'restore order' in assault units
According to Ukrainska Pravda sources, Dmytro Voloshyn, commander of the 8th Air Assault Corps, will be appointed commander of the newly created Joint Rapid Response Forces under the Ground Forces to bring order to assault regiments and overcome anarchy within them.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 22:37
U.S. Deploys Naval Drones in Combat for the First Time Against Iranian Targets
The United States military used unmanned naval vessels to attack Iranian naval installations, marking a first in combat operations and highlighting the expanding role of drones in modern warfare.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 22:37
Macron announces new Ukrainian military orders after 'Coalition of the Willing' meeting in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday that Ukraine has ordered 16 Rafale fighter jets, new SAMP/T air defense batteries, and production licenses for several capabilities, including the Scalp cruise missile.
France 24 · 13 Jul, 22:37
Spanish PM visits site of deadly wildfire in Almeria
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez met with firefighters and emergency crews who battled a wildfire in Almeria.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 22:36
Ukraine Intelligence: Russia Turns Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Reactor Complex into Military Base, Deploys Armor and Machine-Gun Nests
Ukrainian intelligence reports that Russia has militarized the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, placing armor in turbine halls, machine-gun nests on reactor roofs, and drone control points staffed by Alabuga workers.
Euromaidan Press · 13 Jul, 22:36
Hungary ousts president, EU sanctions Russian hackers
Hungary's parliament voted to remove an Orbán-appointed president via constitutional amendment, while the EU imposed sanctions on Russia's Federal Security Service for cyberattacks. A senior US Democrat backed Trump's call for European defense spending, and Spain denied Trump's claim it caved on military expenditure.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 22:36
EU to Introduce Age Restrictions for Minors on Social Media
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Monday in Brussels that the European Union will impose age restrictions on minors using social networks.
LSM · 13 Jul, 22:36
UK to Proscribe Iran’s IRGC and Other Proxies Under New State Threats Powers
The UK government has introduced draft regulations to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, an Iran-linked group, and Russia’s GRU Volunteer Corps as state proxies, making support for them a criminal offence punishable by up to life imprisonment.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 21:38
Europe's water resources under increasing pressure: pollution, droughts, and floods
Europe's water resources are under growing pressure from pollution, droughts, and floods, threatening drinking water, lakes, rivers, and coastlines.
Euronews · 13 Jul, 21:37
Ukraine and Nine European Countries Form Ballistic Missile Defense Coalition
Ten countries, including Ukraine, announced a joint effort to create a European anti-ballistic missile defense system, leveraging Ukraine's experience in countering Russian aggression.
TVNET · 13 Jul, 21:37
Person killed in ICE-related shooting in Maine
A shooting in Biddeford, Maine, involving U.S. immigration agents left one person dead. The incident occurred when the man allegedly tried to use his vehicle as a weapon against agents pursuing him for deportation.
Deutsche Welle · 13 Jul, 21:37
Trump's Claim on Fees in Strait of Hormuz Contradicts His Aides
President Trump said the United States could collect tolls or fees in the Strait of Hormuz, despite Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio stating that no country can do so.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 21:37
EU Increases Military Support to Moldova After Russian Drone Crash
The European Union has approved new military assistance for Moldova, including a medium-range air defense system, after a Russian Shahed drone with 40 kg of explosives crashed in eastern Moldova.
Jauns.lv · 13 Jul, 21:37
US judge nullifies Trump deal to resolve IRS lawsuit in scathing ruling
A federal judge on Monday blocked a controversial settlement that gave Donald Trump and his sons immunity from tax audits and created a $1.8bn fund, ruling the lawsuit was brought in bad faith.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 21:37
Journalists: Tyshchenko may have used charitable fund for kickbacks from call centers
MP Mykola Tyshchenko and his ex-wife allegedly used a charitable fund to obtain illegal benefits, including from call center activities.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 21:37
European Allies in Paris Agree on New Aid for Ukraine Without the United States
At a meeting of the so-called 'coalition of the willing' in Paris, the UK joined a €60 billion EU defense loan scheme, while Germany pledged €90 million for Ukrainian long-range drone production.
France 24 · 13 Jul, 21:36
Russia's Oil Refining Hits 21-Year Low Amid Ukrainian Strikes
Bloomberg reports that Russian refineries processed an average of 3.91 million barrels of crude per day in July, the lowest level since March 2005, as Ukrainian attacks reduce capacity.
Meduza · 13 Jul, 21:36
Kachka: Hungary Does Not Block Ukraine's EU Accession Talks
Ukrainian Vice Prime Minister Taras Kachka stated that Hungary is not blocking Ukraine's EU accession negotiations, and the opening of remaining clusters could advance in July. However, EU sources indicate that Hungary has not blocked but paused four clusters.
Ukrainska Pravda · 13 Jul, 20:37
US Justice Department investigating UAW president over corruption allegations
The US Department of Justice is probing allegations that UAW president Shawn Fain pressured a fellow union official to provide benefits to his fiancée and sister and then retaliated after the official refused.
The Guardian World · 13 Jul, 20:37
Houthis Accuse Saudi Arabia of Striking Sana Airport Amid Dispute Over Iranian Plane
Yemen's fragile peace is threatened as Iran-backed Houthi rebels accuse Saudi Arabia of attacking the airport in the capital Sana, following a dispute over an Iranian plane that carried Houthi officials to Tehran.
The New York Times · 13 Jul, 20:36
Large Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Paris
French firefighters are battling a major blaze in the Fontainebleau forest, just 60 km south of Paris. The fire has engulfed around 800 hectares.
ERR (rus) · 13 Jul, 20:36
Russian opposition activist Georgy Pirogov, abducted in Uzbekistan, sentenced to 23 years
The Moscow City Court has sentenced Georgy Pirogov to 23 years in a maximum-security penal colony. Pirogov fled Russia after the invasion of Ukraine, later disappeared on a work trip to Uzbekistan, and ended up in a Moscow detention facility.
Meduza · 13 Jul, 20:36
EU sanctions Russian cyber spies; Emanuel backs Trump’s call for more European defense spending
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Russian cyber operations, while former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel supports Donald Trump’s call for Europe to increase defense spending.
Politico Europe · 13 Jul, 20:36
One killed in shooting involving ICE agents in Maine, US
A fatal shooting involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents occurred in Biddeford, Maine, raising questions about federal enforcement presence in the state. The incident comes days after a similar killing in Texas.
Al Jazeera · 13 Jul, 19:37