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UK police investigate murder of politician Ann Widdecombe
Politician Ann Widdecombe was found dead with serious injuries; police have confirmed a murder investigation.
Al Jazeera · 12 Jul, 00:37

Ukrainian Drone Forces Hit 60 Energy Nodes in Occupied Territories Over 10 Days
From July 1 to 10, the Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces (SBS) struck 60 energy nodes in Crimea and other occupied territories in eastern and southern Ukraine, according to commander Robert Brovdi (Magyar).
Ukrainska Pravda · 12 Jul, 00:36

Russian strike on Sloviansk kills one man, injures three
A Russian airstrike on Sloviansk in Donetsk Oblast killed a 67-year-old man and injured three civilians. The attack damaged residential buildings and used FAB-250 bombs with UMPK guidance kits.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 23:37

Moldova nominates businessman Vasile Tofan as new PM
Businessman Vasile Tofan has been nominated as Moldova's new prime minister, aiming to sign an EU accession treaty by the end of 2028.
Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 23:37

Man dies after falling from Eleventh Night bonfire in east Belfast
A man in his 40s, named Warren Lyttle, has died after falling from an Eleventh Night bonfire in the Braniel estate in east Belfast. Police are investigating the incident.
The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 23:37

Iran supreme leader calls for revenge after father's burial, but tensions with US escalate
Iran's Supreme Leader has called for revenge after his father's funeral, as tensions between Iran and the US rise following tanker attacks and US strikes.
BBC World · 11 Jul, 23:37

Pakistan intensifies deportation of undocumented Afghans citing security concerns
Pakistan has launched a new crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants after a government deadline expired, citing national security. The UN reports hundreds of thousands have returned, including refugees and Afghan citizen card holders, amid rising political tensions between Islamabad and Kabul.
Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 23:37

Teenager Injured in Air Gun Shooting in Bila Tserkva
An 18-year-old was injured by an air gun on Saturday evening in Bila Tserkva, Kyiv region. Police are searching for the shooter.
Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 23:36
Vance team feels he is handling Iran 'the right way'
U.S. Vice President Vance's aides and allies believe his early skepticism and public doubts about Tehran's reliability for peace will prove to be his saving grace.
Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 22:38

Ann Widdecombe may have been killed 24 hours before body found
Police believe former politician Ann Widdecombe died nearly a day before her body was discovered in Devon. A 26-year-old man arrested has been released without charge.
The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 22:38

Ukraine resumes Volhynia massacre exhumations; Poland's president seeks ban on UPA flag
Ukraine has resumed exhumations of Volhynia massacre victims starting July 13, while Poland's president proposes banning the flag of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). Polish archaeologists estimate that a newly discovered mass grave in Ostrivky holds about 350 people.
Euromaidan Press · 11 Jul, 22:37

Zelenskyy announces changes in diplomatic areas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced he is preparing changes in diplomatic areas to accelerate and improve the implementation of agreements with partners on weapons supplies.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 22:37

More than 4,300 confirmed dead in Venezuela earthquakes
The death toll from back-to-back earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month has risen to over 4,300.
Sky News · 11 Jul, 22:37

In Venezuela, earthquake aftermath reveals scale of tragedy as families search for loved ones
Over 4,300 dead and 50,000 missing after June earthquakes in Venezuela's La Guaira state. Residents criticize slow government response while international rescuers work to recover bodies.
Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 22:37

Polish PM pledges memorial to victims of WW2 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced a national memorial for those killed by 'Ukrainian nationalists' during World War II, referring to the Volyn massacre where about 100,000 Poles died.
BBC World · 11 Jul, 22:36

Former Commander of 155th Brigade Suspected of Kidnapping and Murder of Civilians
Ukraine's Military Law Enforcement Service has reported suspicions against the former commander of the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade and several others for the illegal detention and premeditated murder of two civilians in the Kyiv region.
Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 22:36

Venezuela Earthquake: At Least 4,333 Dead
The Venezuelan government announced on July 11 that the death toll from two earthquakes on June 24 has exceeded 4,333.
LSM · 11 Jul, 22:36

US Congressman Ro Khanna Says Armed Israeli Settlers Detained Him in Occupied West Bank
US Congressman Ro Khanna stated that armed Israeli settlers detained him during a visit to the occupied West Bank, revealing the daily realities faced by Palestinians under occupation.
The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 21:38

Ukraine interested in speeding up search for Volyn tragedy victims – Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine is interested in accelerating search efforts in villages where victims of the Volyn tragedy may be buried. Exhumation work will begin in two villages in two days.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 21:37

US Democrat Ro Khanna says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers
US Representative Ro Khanna has said he was briefly detained by armed Israeli settlers during a fact-finding visit to the West Bank. The Israel Defense Forces stated that troops dispersed the civilians and allowed the vehicles to continue.
BBC World · 11 Jul, 21:37

Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge for Father's Death; Trump Warns Iran
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, possibly seriously wounded, has vowed revenge against the US and Israel for his father's killing. Trump warns Iran against assassination attempts, threatening total destruction.
Jauns.lv · 11 Jul, 21:37

Le Pen's Sentence Reshapes Bardella's Role in National Rally
An appeals court reduced Marine Le Pen's ban from running for public office, making her again a presidential contender and limiting Jordan Bardella's leadership prospects.
France 24 · 11 Jul, 21:37

Two state firms broke law storing ammo in Vyshneve — Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the SBU has identified officials from Ukroboronprom who allowed weapons and ammunition to be stored in warehouses adjacent to residential buildings in Vyshneve.
Euromaidan Press · 11 Jul, 21:37

US, Lebanese delegations meet to discuss Israeli ‘pilot zones’ withdrawal
Military delegations from the US and Lebanon met in Beirut to establish a mechanism for the first of two pilot zones under a US-brokered framework agreement for Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Hezbollah opposes the deal, and Israeli attacks continue despite a ceasefire.
Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 21:37

Extreme heat in Paris: Eiffel Tower, Louvre cut hours
Due to a heatwave, Paris's most famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Louvre, will operate on reduced hours for several days.
Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 21:36

Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 4,300
The Venezuelan government announced that the death toll from the June 24 earthquakes has reached 4,333, with 16,740 injured. The disaster destroyed numerous buildings, leaving thousands homeless.
Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 21:36
Video Shows ICE Agents Driving Aggressively Before Fatal Houston Shooting, But Fatal Moment Unclear
Surveillance footage obtained by The New York Times shows ICE agents driving aggressively in unmarked vehicles during a pursuit that ended with the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. The video does not capture the moment of the shooting, leaving the circumstances murky.
The New York Times · 11 Jul, 20:38

Family pleads for answers in death of young Black man in Mississippi
The mother of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black man whose body was found on an island off the Mississippi coast after a Fourth of July trip with three white friends, asked for public help on Friday.
The Guardian World · 11 Jul, 20:38

FIFA has become a political tool, opinion piece in Al Jazeera claims
A political scientist argues in an Al Jazeera opinion piece that FIFA is no longer independent but a political instrument supporting US and Israeli policies, criticizing its handling of Palestinian football issues.
Al Jazeera · 11 Jul, 20:37

UK Police Investigate Murder of Former MP Anna Widdecombe
British police are investigating the murder of former MP and TV personality Anna Widdecombe. She was found dead at her home in Devon, and investigators are looking for a white male suspect.
Delfi · 11 Jul, 20:37
Trump's 'Freedom Fuel Network' Offers Cheap Gas, but Won't Say Who Pays for It
President Donald Trump unveiled the 'Freedom Fuel Network' ahead of Independence Day, offering gasoline at up to 50 cents per gallon below market prices, while the administration refuses to disclose who covers the cost.
Politico Europe · 11 Jul, 20:37

Eight People Injured in Russian Attacks on Kherson Region
On July 11, Russian forces shelled the Kherson region with artillery and drones, injuring eight people, including healthcare workers and a municipal employee.
Ukrainska Pravda · 11 Jul, 20:37

Eight wounded in Russian attacks on Kherson Oblast
Russian forces attacked Kherson Oblast on July 11, injuring eight people, including two healthcare workers and one municipal employee.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 20:37

Businessman Vasile Tofan Nominated for Moldova's Prime Minister
Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced on July 11 that businessman Vasile Tofan, nominated by the ruling pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity, will be put forward for the post of prime minister.
LSM · 11 Jul, 20:36

Russian Drone Attack on Chernihiv Injures One
Russian forces attacked Chernihiv with drones on the afternoon of July 11, injuring a 56-year-old man.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 11 Jul, 19:37

Turkey Fines Over 100 Obstetricians for Unjustifiably Frequent C-Sections
Turkey's Health Ministry has penalized more than 100 obstetricians for performing excessive cesarean sections, as reported by the newspaper BirGun. The country has the highest C-section rate among OECD member states.
Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 19:37