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Eight rescued from seaplane that made 'hard landing' in Manhattan river

Eight people were rescued from a seaplane that made a hard landing in the Manhattan river. The plane, coming from the Hamptons, struck a wave and partially capsized during landing.

BBC World · 5 Jul, 22:37

World

Museum Dedicated to René Lalique Burgled, Millions in Jewelry Stolen

On Sunday, jewelry worth several million euros was stolen from a museum in the Bas-Rhin department of France that is dedicated to jeweler René Lalique.

LSM · 5 Jul, 22:37

World

Cooper: AI poses ‘Hiroshima’-style threat to humanity without global rules

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper warns that artificial intelligence without international regulation could become as dangerous as nuclear weapons, urging the US and China to agree on joint rules.

The Guardian World · 5 Jul, 22:37

World

ECB President Lagarde weighs early exit to influence French presidential election

Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, is considering resigning early to allow political leaders to choose her successor ahead of France's next presidential election.

Politico Europe · 5 Jul, 22:36

World

America at 250: Democracy’s greatest experiment? Journalist Chris Hedges explores contradictions

Author and journalist Chris Hedges reflects on 250 years of US independence in an interview with Al Jazeera, examining the nation’s ideals, achievements, and deep contradictions, including slavery, civil rights, and war.

Al Jazeera · 5 Jul, 22:36

Ukraine

Russian FAB-500 Strike on Zaporizhzhia Kills Police Officer

On July 5, Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia with two aerial bombs. A FAB-500 bomb killed a 38-year-old police chief and wounded another officer and nine civilians.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Jul, 22:36

World

Southern Europe Battles Wildfires: Tour de France Threatened, Mass Evacuations

Multiple wildfires raged across southern Europe on Sunday, threatening the Tour de France cycling race, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate in Spain, and causing critical injuries in France.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Jul, 21:38

World

Thieves steal around €4 million in jewellery from French museum

Approximately 20 pieces of jewellery worth about €4 million were stolen in a burglary at the Lalique museum in northeastern France early Sunday morning.

France 24 · 5 Jul, 21:38

Ukraine

FT: Russia Unlikely to Return to Substantive Talks Before February 2027

According to informed sources cited by the Financial Times, Russia is unlikely to engage in any substantive peace negotiations until February 2027, as Putin believes that by then Russia will occupy all of Donetsk region and the US will force Ukraine into concessions.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Jul, 21:38

World

Lawmaker McGovern: Americans need to ‘fight for the soul’ of the US

US Representative Jim McGovern argues the rise of the left shows Americans want more from the Democratic Party, and urges a fight for the nation’s future.

Al Jazeera · 5 Jul, 21:37

World

Chicago-bound plane hit by firework while landing

A Delta Air Lines flight descending into Chicago's Midway Airport was struck by a firework on Saturday night. No injuries were reported, and the plane landed safely.

BBC World · 5 Jul, 21:37

Ukraine

Russia seeks drone operators to defend Moscow from Ukrainian strikes

A job listing on Russia's largest employment platform seeks drone operators to help defend Moscow, reflecting the growing impact of Ukraine's expanding long-range drone campaign.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Jul, 21:36

World

Thieves Steal Millions in Jewelry from René Lalique Museum in France

On Sunday morning, around 20 jewelry pieces were stolen from a museum dedicated to René Lalique in the Bas-Rhin department. Losses are estimated near four million euros.

Jauns.lv · 5 Jul, 21:36

Middle East

Students leave Gaza to continue studies, others in limbo

Two Palestinian students have left Gaza to begin studies in the Netherlands, but dozens more with Malaysian scholarships remain stuck due to bureaucratic hurdles. Gaza's education system has been almost entirely destroyed, leaving hundreds of thousands without schooling.

Deutsche Welle · 5 Jul, 20:37

Middle East

50 Houthi fighters killed in renewed clashes in Yemen

According to Al Jazeera, Yemeni government officials said the Houthis launched a surprise offensive targeting army barracks in southern Hodeidah, resulting in 50 Houthi fighters killed.

Al Jazeera · 5 Jul, 20:37

World

Poll: Patriotism increasingly linked to right-wing parties

An international POLITICO poll finds that the language and symbols of patriotism are now closely associated with right-wing parties, which emphasize national identity and anti-immigration rhetoric.

Politico Europe · 5 Jul, 20:37

World

Super Typhoon Bavi Bears Down on Guam and Northern Mariana Islands

Residents of the Northern Mariana Islands, remote U.S. territories in the Pacific, are bracing for Super Typhoon Bavi, which could bring winds exceeding 180 mph.

NPR World · 5 Jul, 20:36

Ukraine

Russian Forces Bomb Zaporizhzhia: One Dead, 13 Injured

On July 5, the Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia with two aerial bombs, killing one person and injuring 13, including a teenager and an elderly woman.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Jul, 20:36

Ukraine

Russians hit Zaporizhzhia with aerial bombs: one killed, 13 injured

Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia on 5 July with two aerial bombs, killing one person and injuring 13, including a teenager and an elderly woman.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Jul, 20:36

Ukraine

Lack of Donations Limits Aid for Ukrainian Families in Latvia

A project called 'Help for Ukrainian Families' offers respite from war, but due to a shortage of donations, it cannot bring as many people as needed.

LSM · 5 Jul, 20:36

Ukraine

Ukraine's Drone Strikes Cause Record Fuel Crisis in Russia

Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil refineries, causing a severe fuel crisis in Russia, while the Kremlin still believes time is on its side and does not plan serious peace talks until at least February 2027.

TVNET · 5 Jul, 20:36

Ukraine

Russians destroy postal sorting hub in Chernihiv Oblast

Russian forces destroyed a sorting hub of Nova Poshta, Ukraine's largest private delivery company, in Chernihiv Oblast; no casualties reported.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Jul, 19:38

Middle East

Two Gaza mothers certain abused detainee in photo is their missing son

A leaked photograph of a blindfolded, stripped, and bound Palestinian detainee has caused anguish for two mothers in Gaza, each convinced the mistreated man is her missing son.

Al Jazeera · 5 Jul, 19:37

Middle East

Tehran Transforms for Khamenei's Funeral as Government Projects Strength

Iran's government is using Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral to project strength at a time of great uncertainty for the nation, exhausted by war.

The New York Times · 5 Jul, 19:37

Ukraine

Ukraine strikes Russian airbase in Crimea, targets logistics infrastructure

Ukraine conducted overnight strikes against Russian military infrastructure in occupied Crimea and southern Ukraine, aiming to disrupt supply lines and aviation operations.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Jul, 19:36

World

EU plans efforts to overcome queue problems with new entry system

The European Commission will hold talks with EU member states to prevent the new border control system from causing major delays for holidaymakers this summer. Technical issues and staff shortages are blamed.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Jul, 19:36

World

German defense chief opposes sharing intel with AfD

Boris Pistorius cited the far-right party’s close links with Moscow and Russian President Vladimir Putin as the main reason to exclude potential AfD ministers from classified information.

Politico Europe · 5 Jul, 19:36

Middle East

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei absent from mass funeral for father

Mass state funeral ceremonies are underway in Iran for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but his son and successor Mojtaba Khamenei, reportedly injured, has not been seen in public.

France 24 · 5 Jul, 18:38

Ukraine

Polish defence minister orders declassification of military aid to Ukraine

Poland's Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz has ordered the declassification of all military aid to Ukraine from 2022 to 2026, responding to opposition allegations of secret Patriot missile transfers.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 5 Jul, 18:37

World

Five Grandiose and Unusual Geoengineering Projects That Could Have Reshaped Earth's Climate

History is filled with ambitious geoengineering schemes, from a Gibraltar dam to an artificial moon – all remained on paper.

The Guardian Science · 5 Jul, 18:37

World

US interior secretary doubles down on blaming vandals for reflecting pool woes

The US interior secretary rejected the idea that the president's motorcade damaged the unfinished reflecting pool, instead blaming vandals.

Politico Europe · 5 Jul, 18:37

World

Political conflict erupts in Poland over possible Patriot missile delivery to Ukraine

A Polish presidential advisor confirmed that Ukraine was allowed to jump the queue for US missiles, while an opposition politician claimed the government delivered Patriot missiles to Ukraine in March.

TVNET · 5 Jul, 18:37

Middle East

Majority of US voters believe war with Iran was not worth the cost

A poll shows 58% of registered US voters think the war with Iran was not worth the expenses incurred. The White House is asking Congress to approve an additional $67 billion to cover war costs.

Pravda — ziņas · 5 Jul, 18:37

World

Farage faces fresh questions over finances from convicted fraudster; defended by Robert Jenrick

Nigel Farage is under renewed scrutiny over funding from a crypto billionaire and a convicted criminal, with Conservative MP Robert Jenrick defending him on television.

The Guardian World · 5 Jul, 18:36

Ukraine

Russia’s cultural center shuts down in Moldova as Chișinău cuts another Moscow link

Moldova terminated the bilateral agreement governing the Russian House, leading to its closure.

Euromaidan Press · 5 Jul, 18:36

Ukraine

Russia Accuses Ukraine of Rejecting Ceasefire for Soldier Body Handover

The Russian Defense Ministry said Ukraine refused a proposed six-hour ceasefire in Kostiantynivka to facilitate the transfer of fallen Ukrainian soldiers' bodies. Ukraine has denied Russian claims of capturing the town.

The Moscow Times · 5 Jul, 18:36