World
China expands anti-sanctions toolkit, raising risks for foreign firms
China has adopted two new decrees strengthening its ability to retaliate against foreign sanctions, increasing regulatory complexity and legal risks for multinational companies operating in the country.
Al Jazeera · 10 Jul, 03:36
Trump's 250ft arch plan passes first major hurdle in Washington
The US National Capital Planning Commission approved preliminary plans for Donald Trump's proposed 250ft arch, but deferred a decision on applying height restrictions, despite strong public opposition. Critics say the arch would disrupt the historic vista between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
The Guardian World · 10 Jul, 03:36
Russian Deputy Zhuravlyov Calls for Killing Up to Half of Ukraine's Population
Russian State Duma deputy Aleksey Zhuravlyov stated that up to half of Ukraine's population should be killed if necessary to eradicate "Nazism". He also lashed out when asked why he himself is not at the front.
Jauns.lv · 10 Jul, 02:38
Russia triples ballistic missile strikes on Ukraine – from 28 to 84 per month
Russia has increased its ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine threefold compared to a year ago – from 28 to about 84 per month. Ukraine intercepts 89% of all air targets, but only 40% of ballistic missiles.
Euromaidan Press · 10 Jul, 02:38
Russian drone attack kills woman in Valky, three injured
Russian forces conducted a drone attack on the town of Valky in the Bohodukhiv district of Kharkiv region overnight on July 10, killing a 50-year-old woman and injuring three others.
Ukrainska Pravda · 10 Jul, 02:38
Wally Funk, aviation pioneer and oldest woman to go into space, dies at 87
Wally Funk, a trailblazing pilot who was denied a NASA career and later became the oldest woman in space on Blue Origin, has passed away at age 87.
The Guardian Science · 10 Jul, 02:38
Waiting for Moses: Africa’s sons in Russia’s war
Mama Regina in Cameroon has been waiting over a year for the body of her son Moses, who died fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials say nearly 3,000 Africans from 35 countries are fighting alongside Russian forces.
Al Jazeera · 10 Jul, 02:37
Hackers publish Ksenia Sobchak's private messages, revealing alleged agreements with Russian officials
Hacker group Black Mirror and the anonymous project VChK-OGPU have released private messages and voice recordings attributed to journalist and media executive Ksenia Sobchak. The materials show correspondence with Ukrainian presidential office head Andriy Yermak and Russian officials, suggesting alleged deals between Sobchak's media empire and the Kremlin.
Meduza · 10 Jul, 02:36
Syria arrests cell behind Damascus bombings during Macron visit
Syrian authorities have arrested a group responsible for bombings in Damascus that occurred during French President Macron's visit, the interior minister said.
Al Jazeera · 10 Jul, 01:38
Maine Senate Race Implodes, Meta’s Threads Reaches 500M Users, and Trump Phone Ships
Democratic candidate Graham Platner steps down amid sexual abuse allegations, Meta's Threads hits 500 million monthly users, and the Trump-branded T1 phone finally starts shipping after months of delays.
Wired · 10 Jul, 01:37
Ukraine races to build its own missile shield as Russian ballistic strikes triple
On day 1597 of the war, Ukraine accelerates the development of its own missile defense system as Russian ballistic missile attacks have tripled. Meanwhile, Russia's war economy is straining its strategic projects.
Euromaidan Press · 10 Jul, 01:37
DeepState: Russian Army Advances Near Kostiantynivka and Zatyshok
According to DeepState, Russian forces have made progress near Kostiantynivka and Zatyshok in eastern Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda · 10 Jul, 01:37
Eight Men Charged with Murder Conspiracy Over Alleged Plot to Attack White House UFC Event
Eight men have been indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for an alleged foiled drone and sniper attack on a UFC event at the White House in June.
The Guardian World · 10 Jul, 01:37
South Korea introduces app to let victims track their stalkers
South Korean officials say the app will help stalking victims, but some experts question its potential impact.
BBC World · 10 Jul, 01:36
Human rights activist Lev Ponomarev sentenced in absentia to 5.5 years for 'undesirable' organization
A Moscow court has sentenced 84-year-old human rights activist Lev Ponomarev in absentia to five and a half years in prison, finding him guilty of running an 'undesirable' organization and evading 'foreign agent' obligations.
Meduza · 10 Jul, 01:36
Fresh Strikes Between Iran and US; Fragile Ceasefire Scrapped
Following fresh attacks between Iran and the United States, a fragile ceasefire has been abandoned, raising fears of a renewed war.
NPR World · 10 Jul, 00:38
Pauline Hanson defends UK 'fact-finding' trip; Qantas tops punctuality table
Australian Senator and One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has defended her 'fact-finding' mission to the UK, where she met far-right activist Tommy Robinson. Meanwhile, Qantas has been named the most punctual major airline worldwide.
The Guardian World · 10 Jul, 00:37
Lviv Clash Participants Apologize, Pledge to Serve in Army
After a violent incident in Lviv where a crowd attacked a military recruitment vehicle, several participants apologized on video and committed to enlist.
Ukrainska Pravda · 10 Jul, 00:37
Grief in Gaza as World Cup screenings organiser killed in Israeli strike
Palestinian aid worker Mohammed al-Wahidi, who organised public screenings of World Cup matches in Gaza, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, sparking an outpouring of mourning.
BBC World · 10 Jul, 00:36
Billionaire Melnichenko Donated 32 Billion Rubles to Putin’s Sirius Center After Prosecution Threat
Russian billionaire Andrei Melnichenko donated 32 billion rubles to Vladimir Putin’s Sirius educational center in 2023, shortly after the Prosecutor General’s Office moved to confiscate his company Sibeko. Two months later, prosecutors dropped their claims.
Meduza · 10 Jul, 00:36
Former U.S. Envoy to NATO Reacts to Iran Strikes and NATO Summit
Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Nicholas Burns discussed the U.S.-Iran conflict and the NATO summit in an interview with NPR.
NPR World · 9 Jul, 23:37
Burnham’s apology over Gaza marks ‘reset moment’ as Labour seeks to win back progressive voters
Andy Burnham’s apology for Labour’s initial response to Israel’s military action in Gaza signals an attempt to reclaim progressive voters lost after Keir Starmer’s 2023 LBC interview, though doubts remain about policy changes.
The Guardian World · 9 Jul, 23:37
Canadian PM visits Saudi Arabia to strengthen energy, mining partnerships
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made the first state visit to Saudi Arabia in over 25 years, signing 13 agreements worth $1 billion covering energy, mining, and artificial intelligence.
Al Jazeera · 9 Jul, 23:37
Ukraine's Freya anti-ballistic project may gain eight European partners
President Zelenskyy announced that up to eight European countries could join Ukraine's Freya anti-ballistic missile project.
Euromaidan Press · 9 Jul, 23:36
15-year-old Girl Killed in Car Crash Involving Kursk Deputy Governor Alexander Chepik
A 15-year-old girl died and three others were injured in a car crash in Kursk region. The accident involved First Deputy Governor Alexander Chepik.
Meduza · 9 Jul, 23:36
ICC lays groundwork for investigations into Sudan atrocities; AI for Good Summit underway in Geneva; South African artist's music removed from Apple
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is preparing to investigate atrocities in Sudan's war, while the AI for Good Summit takes place in Geneva, and South African artist Credo V. Daniel's music has been removed from Apple following a controversial performance.
France 24 · 9 Jul, 23:36
Russian army shells industrial enterprise in Odesa region
Russian forces struck an industrial facility in Odesa region on the evening of July 9, sparking a fire. No casualties have been reported.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Jul, 23:36
US lawmakers urge stricter monitoring of medically assisted suicide in hospices
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers called on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to establish stricter reporting rules for hospice care to prevent discrimination and coercion in medically assisted suicide.
The Guardian World · 9 Jul, 22:38
"Are you impotent? Can you only brag with a weapon in war?" How war affects Ukrainian families
During the full-scale war, domestic violence cases in Ukraine have sharply increased. Social worker Irina Mironova states that perpetrators include not only soldiers returning from the front but also diplomats and prosecutors, and increasingly men in uniform become victims.
Delfi · 9 Jul, 22:38
How Lyhanna's rape and murder put France's justice system under scrutiny
The rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna has sparked outrage in France and raised questions about failures in the country’s justice system.
Al Jazeera · 9 Jul, 22:38
South Florida's Palm Beach Airport Renamed President Donald J. Trump International
Palm Beach International Airport officially changed its name to President Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, with new signage being installed and the airport code set to change in August.
Euronews · 9 Jul, 22:38
Ukraine's drones open summer window of opportunity behind Russian lines; soldiers warn army might waste it
Ukrainian forces have intensified drone strikes on Russia's rear areas, but front-line soldiers report no change in initiative. Experts caution that Ukraine risks repeating 2025 mistakes and squandering the summer opportunity.
Meduza · 9 Jul, 22:37
Ebola Outbreak in Congo: Misleading Theories and Threat to Europe
The Bundibugyo Ebola virus is currently spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with one case detected in Europe. Unsubstantiated accusations of a man-made virus are circulating on social media, reaching Lithuania and potentially Latvia.
TVNET · 9 Jul, 22:37
Zelenskyy Promises to Inform Public About Monaco Explosion After Additional Briefings
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated he will brief the public on the "high-profile situation in Monaco" after receiving additional reports in the coming days. The explosion on June 29 injured three people, including sanctioned Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolaiev.
Ukrainska Pravda · 9 Jul, 22:37
Germany and Denmark to Maintain Border Controls to Curb Illegal Immigration
German Interior Minister Dobrints and Danish Migration Minister Morten Bedskov confirmed after a meeting that border controls between the two countries will remain in place to limit illegal immigration. The officials also discussed plans to establish return centers outside the European Union.
Jauns.lv · 9 Jul, 22:37
Palestinian Authority Sets Date for First Major Elections in 20 Years
The Palestinian Authority has announced a date for its first major elections in two decades, but analysts express doubt over whether the vote will proceed, recalling a similar cancellation in 2021.
The New York Times · 9 Jul, 22:36