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France withdraws aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle from Middle East
French President Macron announced the return of the nuclear aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle to Toulon, citing positive developments after the US-Iran memorandum on unblocking the Strait of Hormuz. However, mine-sweeping forces and their escort remain deployed.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 09:37
Day 1592 of war: Oil terminal on fire in St. Petersburg after drone attack
On the night of July 4, Ukrainian forces again attacked St. Petersburg with drones, setting an oil terminal on fire.
ERR (rus) · 4 Jul, 09:36
UK court sentences two men over Iran-ordered stabbing of journalist
Two Romanian nationals have been sentenced to 12 and 8 years in prison for a 2024 stabbing attack on Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati in London, which a judge ruled was carried out on behalf of the Iranian state.
TVNET · 4 Jul, 09:36
Norwegian returns to Mumbai where he spent a tough childhood on the streets
A Norwegian citizen has returned to India after more than a decade to show the places where he spent his childhood as a street child – living in slums, sleeping on the streets, and earning money as an unofficial tour guide.
Jauns.lv · 4 Jul, 09:36
As the US marks 250, does the special relationship still exist – or is the UK just irrelevant?
On America's 250th birthday, this article examines the state of the US-UK special relationship, contrasting Britain's declining economic and military clout with its enduring cultural influence across the Atlantic.
The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 08:37
Russia loses 1,190 soldiers in past day
Russia has lost 1,190 soldiers and 100 artillery systems in the past day, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 08:37
US environmental policy sees major shifts: Trump picks Zeldin, Biden tightens methane rules, Supreme Court limits climate actions, Pruitt resigns
The US environmental landscape has seen several key developments: Trump nominates Lee Zeldin to lead EPA, Biden's EPA targets methane, the Supreme Court restricts climate efforts, and Scott Pruitt resigns.
Politico Europe · 4 Jul, 08:37
Iran begins days-long funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Iran on Saturday started a multi-day funeral for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an air strike at the start of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
France 24 · 4 Jul, 08:36
Three killed, 30 wounded in Russian shelling of Dnipropetrovsk and Kherson regions
On July 3, Russian attacks in Dnipropetrovsk and Kherson regions resulted in three deaths and 30 injuries.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 08:36
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Russia Claims Capture of Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Region
Russian officials announced that the city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, with a pre-war population of 78,000, has been fully captured. The Kremlin highlights the strategic importance of this capture on the way to Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
TVNET · 4 Jul, 08:36
Oleg Kudrin: The Holocaust in Latvia and Ukraine – A Pan-European Tragedy
The author reminds that the extermination of Jews during World War II was a pan-European tragedy, specifically highlighting events in Latvia and Ukraine, emphasizing the guilt of Nazis and local collaborators, as well as the heroism of the Righteous Among the Nations.
LSM (rus) · 4 Jul, 08:36
Putin Orders Continued Large-Scale Strikes on Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the continuation of large-scale strikes on Ukraine's defence industry infrastructure, while also claiming that Russia will expand its "security zone".
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 07:37
Armenia turns away from Russia: Pashinyan’s victory and a new foreign policy course
Nikol Pashinyan’s decisive win in Armenia’s parliamentary elections marks a pivot toward the West, abandoning reliance on Russia, which failed to provide security during the 2020 war.
Delfi · 4 Jul, 07:37
Australia and China: Improvements, but Warning of 'Cold War Mentality'
Relations between Australia and China have improved over the past four years, but China's ambassador warns of a 'Cold War mentality' risk.
The New York Times · 4 Jul, 07:37
Chris Minns admits NSW Labor needs to 'climb Everest' to stay in power as protesters interrupt state conference
NSW Premier Chris Minns says Labor must make huge efforts to retain power amid rising One Nation threat; conference disrupted by Gaza protesters.
The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 07:37
Ian Somerhalder's Life After 'The Vampire Diaries': From Hollywood to the Farm
Actor Ian Somerhalder, famous for roles in 'Lost' and 'The Vampire Diaries', has largely stepped away from acting to focus on promoting regenerative agriculture.
Jauns.lv · 4 Jul, 07:36
New 'Damn Questions' Episode: Putin's Buffer Zones, Strike on Iskanders, and Gripen vs Su-34
The podcast 'Damn Questions' discussed the latest week of the Russian-Ukrainian war, including Putin's statements, the situation in the border areas, and key front-line developments.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 07:36
Damascus mourners bury cafe blast victims; officials vow justice
A funeral procession was held in Damascus on Friday for three victims of a cafe explosion that killed 10 people. Another 21 were wounded. Officials have promised to find those responsible, but no group has claimed responsibility.
Euronews · 4 Jul, 06:38
Two Men Jailed for Stabbing TV Presenter; Case Reveals Iranian Government Use of Criminal Proxies
Two men have been sentenced to prison for stabbing a television presenter, exposing the Iranian government's use of criminal proxies in the United Kingdom.
Sky News · 4 Jul, 06:38
Interpol Issues Red Notice for Ukrainian Woman in Monaco Businessman Attempted Murder Case
Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Anastasiia Berezovska, a Ukrainian national wanted for the attempted murder of businessman Vadym Yermolaiev in Monaco.
Meduza · 4 Jul, 06:38
Polish Foreign Minister Assures Continued Support for Ukraine
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has assured Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha that Poland will continue to support Ukraine in strengthening its defense capabilities.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 06:37
Hundreds join support group for survivors of drug-facilitated rape
Two women who were drugged and raped by their partners have set up an international support group, with hundreds joining, including about 80 from the UK, as they call for tighter laws on sharing images of sexual assaults online.
The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 06:37
Ronaldo sends message to Venezuelan earthquake survivor
Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message to a young Venezuelan earthquake survivor recovering in hospital.
Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 06:37
Attack on Zaporizhzhia: Occupiers hit residential buildings, 8 wounded
Russian occupation forces launched another attack on Zaporizhzhia late Friday evening, wounding 8 people, including two children. The strikes targeted residential areas.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 06:36
Three civilians killed, 12 injured in Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
On 3 July, Russian forces launched over 50 attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, killing three civilians and injuring 12, including children.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 05:37
German Family Dies After Falling Ill in Istanbul Hotel
A family from Hamburg, on their annual trip to Istanbul, died after being treated for nausea and dizziness at a hospital and then returning to their hotel, where their condition worsened. A court has delivered a verdict in the case.
Apollo.lv · 4 Jul, 05:37
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German court case against Latvian citizen over fatal crash reaches deadlock
A court case in Germany against a Latvian citizen accused of causing a traffic accident that killed a young person has stalled before even starting. A proposal to conclude the case in absentia with a fine was rejected.
TVNET · 4 Jul, 05:37
Third teenager charged over fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Melbourne boy
A 14-year-old boy from Victoria's Hume region has been charged with murder, becoming the third teenager arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of Darweish Mohamed. The victim was found outside a hospital on Wednesday evening.
The Guardian World · 4 Jul, 05:36
Germany summons Chinese ambassador over reports of Russian soldiers training in China; Russia claims capture of Kostiantynivka
Germany has called reports of Russian soldiers being trained in China 'deeply disturbing', while Russia claims full control of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine, and a Russian strike on Sumy kills four.
Guardian Ukraina · 4 Jul, 05:36
Russian guided bombs destroy Ukraine's largest poultry farm, damages in hundreds of millions
On July 3, Russian occupation forces struck the Chornobaivka poultry farm in Kherson region with guided aerial bombs, causing a massive fire and destroying a large part of the facility; preliminary damages are estimated at hundreds of millions of dollars.
Pravda — ziņas · 4 Jul, 05:36
America's accountability crisis is coming for Europe, too
According to the latest Atlas of Impunity, the United States is the only wealthy democracy moving up the impunity scale, threatening transatlantic relations and fueling illiberal trends in Europe.
Politico Europe · 4 Jul, 05:36
Ex-UN official warns: El Obeid crisis could be worse than El Fasher
Former UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan Mukesh Kapila warns that the crisis in El Obeid may become even more severe than the already dire situation in El Fasher.
Al Jazeera · 4 Jul, 05:36
Dissident Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee dies aged 70
Hong Kong dissident and bookseller Lam Wing-kee has died at age 70 in Taiwan. He was known for resisting Chinese influence and defending freedom of expression.
BBC World · 4 Jul, 04:37
Ukraine’s drones hit at least seven Russian warplanes in Crimea, SBU says
Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) stated that its drones struck two key Russian airbases in occupied Crimea, while Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces reported dozens of additional strikes on military targets across the peninsula.
Euromaidan Press · 4 Jul, 04:37
Lukoil’s largest oil refinery halts operations after drone attack
The Kstovo oil refinery, Russia’s fourth-largest by capacity, has stopped processing crude oil after a drone strike on July 2 damaged its main distillation unit.
Ukrainska Pravda (EN) · 4 Jul, 04:37
Ukraine Proposes Crisis Talks with Poland Over Historical Dispute
Ukraine has proposed a meeting of historians and clergy to defuse tensions with Poland after naming a military unit after heroes of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA).
Jauns.lv · 4 Jul, 04:37