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Has the US Reckoned with Its Own History? A Conversation with Kimberlé Crenshaw

As the US marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the country faces deepening political divides, resurgent racism, and renewed attacks on civil rights. This week on UpFront, Marc Lamont Hill speaks with scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw about whether America has truly reckoned with its past.

Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 22:36

Zelenskyy approves decision to establish Naval Academy in Odesa

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on the eve of Ukrainian Navy Day the decision to establish a Naval Academy in Odesa.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 20:37

EU Regions Committee calls for stronger role of local authorities in civil protection

The European Committee of the Regions adopted an opinion stressing that cities and regions must be fully involved in disaster management, urging increased funding and an expanded scope for the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

TVNET · 4 Jul, 20:37

BBC in Tehran as mourners gather for former supreme leader's funeral

Authorities in Tehran expect millions to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed over four months ago in US and Israeli strikes.

BBC World · 4 Jul, 20:37

Russian drone attacks gas station in Sumy, three women injured

Russian forces attacked a gas station in Sumy with a drone on July 4, causing a fire and injuring three women. All victims were hospitalized.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 20:36

Russia's new 'Banderol' cruise missile: fast, cheap, and hard to shoot down

Russia's new 'Banderol' cruise missile is fast, low-cost, and built with foreign components from 30 companies worldwide, making it difficult to intercept.

Euromaidan Press · 4 Jul, 20:36

Police clash with protesters outside AfD meeting in Germany

German police clashed with protesters as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) held its national convention.

Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 20:36

US pickle company pulls out of DC state fair over Confederate flag

Mt Olive Pickle Company withdrew from the Great American State Fair after a video shown in North Carolina's booth featured a Confederate flag, which the company says it was unaware of.

The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 20:36

Norway strengthens border with Russia: tension high but threats low

The commander of Norway's Finnmark Brigade says threats from Russia are currently low but tension is high, and the situation could change. Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Norway has been actively reinforcing its border.

LSM · 4 Jul, 20:36

Three children die after boat capsizes during storm in Wisconsin

A boat carrying 10 people capsized on Geneva Lake during a sudden storm, killing three children. One child and six adults were rescued. A state of emergency was declared due to storm damage.

The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 19:37

Three men sentenced in Zakarpattia for smuggling men across border

Three residents of Zakarpattia have been found guilty of illegally transporting men across Ukraine's border, receiving sentences of 7 and 5 years in prison.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 19:37

At least 7 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in Gaza; 9 more bodies recovered from rubble

At least 16 Palestinians have been killed or recovered dead in Gaza over the past 48 hours, with seven killed in Israeli attacks and nine pulled from rubble. Ceasefire violations have killed 1,066 since October.

Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 19:36

AfD Re-elects Leaders; Protesters Try to Disrupt Congress in Erfurt

Germany’s far-right AfD has re-elected Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla as co-leaders, while thousands of protesters attempt to block the party’s congress in Erfurt.

Delfi · 4 Jul, 19:36

Kim: Russia bombs Ukrainian gas stations for TV footage, not military logistics

Mykolaiv Governor Vitalii Kim stated that Russian strikes on Ukrainian gas stations are intended for propaganda footage, as Ukraine's military does not refuel there.

Euromaidan Press · 4 Jul, 18:37

Zelenskyy visits Odesa Oblast, discusses reinforcing air defences with more helicopters

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Odesa Oblast on 4 July, holding a coordination meeting on security in the southern region and discussing the strengthening of air defences against drones with additional helicopters.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 18:37

Russian Cultural Center 'Russkiy Dom' Ceases Operations in Chisinau

The Russian state cultural center 'Russkiy Dom' in Moldova's capital Chisinau stopped its work on July 4, the Russian embassy in Moldova announced.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 18:36

Iran Begins Dayslong Funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; Analyst Says Crowd Not Representative

Hundreds of thousands attended the start of the funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, but a specialist says the crowd was dominated by hardline factions and does not reflect broader public sentiment.

France 24 · 4 Jul, 17:38

Russian Strike on Zaporizhzhia Injures Three, Damages Homes

Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia on July 4, wounding three people and damaging residential buildings. The attack follows a deadly drone strike the previous day that killed a delivery driver.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 17:37

China's Military Reshuffle Aims to Cement Loyalty

Recent personnel changes in China's military are believed to be aimed at ensuring the armed forces remain loyal to the Communist Party and its leader, Xi Jinping.

NPR World · 4 Jul, 17:37

AfD Leaders Weidel and Chrupalla Retain Their Positions

Germany's right-wing party Alternative for Germany (AfD) re-elected its co-chairpersons Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla at a party congress in Erfurt on Saturday, while tens of thousands of protesters demonstrated outside.

TVNET · 4 Jul, 17:37

Trump pardons 11 people on eve of US Fourth of July celebrations

President Donald Trump issued pardons to 11 individuals on July 3, including two convicted fraudsters and nine charged with Clean Air Act violations, as extreme heat linked to greenhouse gas emissions marked the country's 250th anniversary celebrations.

The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 17:37

Russian Attacks Target Ukraine's Rail Logistics: Over 200 Locomotives Hit in First Half of 2026

Russia has destroyed or damaged more than 200 Ukrainian locomotives in the first six months of 2026, focusing on disrupting the country's logistics and supply lines.

Euromaidan Press · 4 Jul, 17:36

Finland Partially Closed Air and Sea in Gulf of Finland Due to Ukrainian Attack Near St. Petersburg

Finland's defense minister confirmed that on July 4, traffic in the Gulf of Finland was restricted for about four hours because Ukrainian drones attacked targets in Russia near St. Petersburg.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 17:36

Russian drone strikes rail maintenance vehicle in Kharkiv Oblast

A Russian drone hit a rail maintenance vehicle in Kharkiv Oblast, but workers took shelter in time and no injuries were reported.

Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 16:37

Ukraine strikes major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg

Ukrainian forces have attacked one of Russia's largest oil terminals in St Petersburg, as well as a key naval base of the Russian Baltic Fleet in Kronstadt.

BBC World · 4 Jul, 16:37

Mali government says rebels attacking northern towns

The Malian army reported Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. A rebel group announced a new offensive to capture the town of Anefis.

France 24 · 4 Jul, 16:36

Ukrainian Drones Destroy Russian MiG-29 Fighter in Crimea

On the night of June 26, Ukrainian reconnaissance drones destroyed a Russian MiG-29 fighter and launch equipment at Belbek airfield in occupied Crimea.

TVNET · 4 Jul, 16:36

Zelensky congratulates the US on its 250th Independence Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky published a congratulatory message to the United States on its 250th independence anniversary, thanking for support and highlighting shared values.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 16:36

Thousands Gather for Funeral of Iran's Late Leader Khamenei

A three-day farewell ceremony for Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on Saturday.

LSM · 4 Jul, 16:36

Mojtaba Khamenei Not Seen in Public Since March After Father’s Killing

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has been out of the public eye since March, following the death of his father, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in an Israeli airstrike.

The New York Times · 4 Jul, 15:38

Pope urges protection, integration of migrants on visit to island frontier

Pope Leo XIV has urged Europe to do more to protect and integrate migrants during a visit to Italy's Lampedusa island, a key arrival point for people crossing the Mediterranean from North Africa.

Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 15:37

Estonia facilitates major armored vehicle deal for Moldova via EU funds

Estonia's Center for Defense Investments (RKIK) has signed a contract with Moldova and Canadian company Roshel for the supply of over 100 tactical armored personnel carriers, funded by the European Peace Facility.

ERR News · 4 Jul, 15:37

Tusk expects 'clear signals' from Ukraine over UPA heroes scandal

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says he has received 'positive signals' from Ukrainian officials but insists Kyiv must take the first step to de-escalate tensions after a dispute over naming a unit after UPA heroes.

Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 15:36

Three-Year-Old Severely Injured in UK Crocodile Enclosure Faces Long Rehabilitation

A three-year-old boy allegedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a Cambridgeshire farm and zoo has undergone five surgeries and faces a lengthy rehabilitation.

The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 15:36