Poland scrambled fighter jets for a second consecutive day after Russian Il-20 aircraft were reported over the Baltic Sea. The Polish military said four similar incidents occurred in July.
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TASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:27
A drone attack near Gelendzhik has left four people seriously injured. Three of the patients have undergone repeat surgery.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:27
The EU’s migration chief said the bloc had successfully passed a test of border security and resilience to disinformation while handling the migrant rush into Ceuta, Spain’s North African territory. EU interior ministers met urgently over the incident. Several ministers praised Spain’s response, as the episode again highlighted how divisive migration remains within the European Union. France 24’s Kethevane Gorjestani reports on the developments.
FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-08-04 14:26
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing criticism as the European Union meets to discuss crossings into Ceuta. The North African enclave has seen the vast majority of migrants leave. Most of those migrants have returned to Morocco, according to the report. The situation has put the Ceuta border issue at the centre of attention as EU discussions take place.
The anniversary of the Beirut port blast is being marked as southern Lebanon faces another devastating setback. Much of the area has been reduced to ruins by Israeli attacks. Residents are once again trying to rebuild their lives amid the destruction. The new wave of damage has cast a shadow over the anniversary and renewed the difficulty of starting over.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 14:23
AFP News AgencyThe European Union is seeking to gradually phase out software produced by the US company Palantir, according to a newspaper report. Politico says the success or failure of these efforts will determine Europe’s digital sovereignty. The report frames the initiative as a test of Europe’s ability to reduce reliance on the company’s software. No specific implementation timetable is given.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 14:14
Russia’s national team is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Swimming World Cup in Argentina. The tournament will take place in the waters of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Its programme includes races over distances ranging from 25 to 450 meters. The event combines competitive swimming with an unusually cold natural setting.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:13
The death of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu has altered the country’s opposition political landscape. With the general election scheduled for August 13, the vote will test whether Lungu’s legacy can continue to hold opposition supporters together. Analysts see the election as a measure of how much cohesion his political influence can still provide to the opposition camp.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 14:12
FIFA has rejected a report concerning its president, Gianni Infantino. The report said Infantino sought Donald Trump’s backing after a World Cup selloff failed. FIFA says that account is false. The dispute centers on the alleged effort to obtain Trump’s support following the failed sale.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:11
Expert Canan Tercan says the Black Sea region may be unable to withstand a further escalation while the war in Iran rages. She characterizes Turkey’s calls for the conflict’s parties to show restraint and enter dialogue as a strategic necessity. In her view, those appeals are required from the standpoint of regional stability. The assessment links the risks around the Black Sea to the continuing intensity of the Iran war.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 14:07
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law governing digital currencies and digital rights in the country. The measure sets out operational frameworks for cryptocurrency exchanges. It also establishes arrangements for digital depositories and other market participants. The document defines how these parts of the digital-asset market are to operate.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 14:06
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko says he is considering the creation of a powerful anti-drone weapon. His press service quoted him as saying that the state and society place high hopes on the new Academy of Intelligent Technologies. The remarks connect the proposed weapon with expectations surrounding the academy’s work.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 14:04
Big Oil companies are reporting extraordinarily large profits while the Iran war disrupts energy flows. The critical Strait of Hormuz remains closed, creating a stark backdrop to the industry’s financial gains. The combination of a major wartime disruption and record earnings raises questions about how oil producers are benefiting as the key waterway stays shut.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 14:04
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says an agreement between the United States and Iran could be concluded as early as August 4-5. He says the arrangement would guarantee freedom of navigation through the waterway. The statement presents the prospective deal as addressing passage through the waterway and the two countries’ negotiations.
US President Donald Trump said Monday that talks with Iran are underway now. He described the discussions as Tehran’s “last chance” to reach a deal that would end the five-month war. Iran rejected that account, saying no negotiations were happening or planned. The conflicting statements come as the standoff around the Strait of Hormuz continues.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that an agreement with Iran could be reached as early as Tuesday or Wednesday. He said the deal could allow the Strait of Hormuz to reopen. The comments were reported by CNBC. The statement points to a possible diplomatic step focused on restoring access through the strategic waterway.
The threat facing oil tankers in the Middle East has reached its highest level since the war involving Iran began. Several vessels have come under attack in the Red Sea. Some tankers have been using the waterway as an alternative route since Iran imposed a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States and Iran are exchanging draft peace documents through intermediaries, according to Qatar’s Foreign Ministry. Majed bin Mohammed al-Ansari said the documents “had been prepared on behalf of both governments.” His statement attributes the preparation to the two governments rather than to outside parties. The reported exchange points to diplomatic contact focused on possible peace arrangements between Washington and Tehran.
Israeli authorities reportedly believe that a conflict between the United States and Iran would be more advantageous for Israel than reaching a deal. The assessment comes as Washington is said to be concentrating primarily on restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Israel’s view therefore contrasts the potential benefits of continued conflict with those of an agreement. The report links that assessment directly to the US focus on reopening maritime traffic through the strait.
An agreement between Iran and Oman could formally establish Tehran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz, according to the report. Vessels entering the Persian Gulf would use a channel controlled by Iran and located close to its coast. Ships leaving the Gulf would instead travel through a channel near Oman. The proposed arrangement would place inbound and outbound maritime traffic along separate routes near the two countries’ shores.
The Boston Red Sox have acquired All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles. Boston sent a package of players in return for the catcher. The deal includes three of the Red Sox’s top prospects among the pieces going to Baltimore. Rutschman is moving between teams that compete in the American League East.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:00
The Verge is running another giveaway featuring a Nomatic Messenger Bag packed with technology products. The items were gathered from the outlet’s tech closet in New York City and stuffed into the bag as tightly as possible. The package is described as seriously overfilled. Whoever is selected in the sweepstakes on August 18 will receive the bag and its contents, which are valued at more than $800.
TThe VergeOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:00
It is a good moment to return to the theater, with The Odyssey winning over audiences in IMAX. Alongside the draw of Spider-Man, the films are also helping break box-office records. After Verge senior reviewer David Imel shared his latest 70mm IMAX experience, staff members began discussing their own favorite movie memories in Slack. The conversation turned a recent theatrical outing into a broader exchange about the films and theater experiences that have stayed with them.
TThe VergeOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-04 14:00
Alexey Martynov criticized Western countries for refusing visas to Russian diplomats. He recalled that Austria, France, Switzerland and the United States had denied visas to Russian diplomatic personnel. Martynov warned that such restrictions could lead to reciprocal measures. His remarks frame the visa denials as part of a broader dispute over diplomatic treatment.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:59
A mass funeral has taken place in Gaza for 112 Palestinians who were killed in an Israeli strike in 2023. The victims belonged to two extended families. Their bodies were recovered only recently from beneath rubble in Gaza City, allowing relatives and others to hold a burial ceremony long after the deaths occurred.
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BBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:59
The European Union has agreed to provide Spain with assistance for its border after talks focused on Ceuta. Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said the Schengen Area was “in no way” compromised during the incursion into Ceuta. He made the statement after holding a video conference with his EU counterparts.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:59
Russia has provided Mali with 770 tons of food aid. The official handover ceremony was held in Bamako on July 30.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:58
China has successfully used a CZ-8A rocket to deploy a batch of internet satellites. The launch took place from the commercial launch site at the Wenchang Space Launch Center. The center is located in Hainan province in southern China. The mission marks another satellite deployment from that commercial facility.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:57
Another vessel has caught fire off Odesa, according to media reports. The ship sustained damage in the incident. No cause of the fire or details about the extent of the damage were given. The report provides no further information about the vessel or the circumstances surrounding the blaze.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:56
After years of restoration, the royal chapel at the Palace of Versailles is welcoming public visitors beyond private tours for the first time. The opening runs until September 27. Several adjoining areas also offer visitors the chance to discover classical art. France 24 reporters Luke Shrago, Lilou Bernoville and Louis-Malo Rendu visited the site to explore the newly accessible spaces.
FFrance 24Original★☆☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:55
Russian military leaders say Russian troops liberated the Baksheyevka community in Kharkov Region during the past day. They also said Ukrainian forces lost roughly 1,435 troops in fighting with Russian forces across all frontline areas over the preceding 24 hours. The claims describe the latest reported battlefield developments and casualty figure from the Russian side.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:51
China says it will provide support in Africa to help bring the Ebola outbreak to an early end.
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CGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:39
Five influential African football leaders have voiced support for Gianni Infantino. Their backing comes as a dispute over private investment in the World Cup continues. The controversy is linked to a FIFA sell-off scandal. The intervention places prominent African football figures behind Infantino amid the row.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:37
Russia’s Transport Ministry says there is potential to expand rail transport cooperation with Thailand. The ministry also sees promising prospects for increasing maritime freight turnover between the two countries. Container shipping is included among the areas identified for possible growth. The statement highlights both rail links and broader sea-freight activity as avenues for closer transport cooperation.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:35
A Hamas negotiator says an agreement to disarm was necessary. The negotiator framed the deal as a measure intended to “save Gaza.”
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:34
After tens of thousands of people rushed toward the Spanish border at Ceuta, authorities say 70,000 have returned to Morocco. Spain says 75 bodies have been recovered from migrants who tried to swim across to Spain. As people make their way back, Moroccan families are left searching desperately for loved ones. Their efforts are marked by both hope and deep anxiety as they wait for news of their children.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:34
Authorities in Ceuta, Spain’s North African enclave, are struggling to manage thousands of people left behind after last week’s huge border rush. Officials say many of those still there came from countries beyond the immediate region. They include Sudanese people escaping a country torn apart by war, as well as Afghans and Palestinians from Gaza. The migrants describe the journeys that brought them to the enclave.
The Foreign Ministry says that nearly all migrants who recently entered Ceuta illegally have left the territory for Morocco. It stresses that entering Spain illegally through Ceuta or Melilla does not give a person the right to stay in the country. Such entry also does not authorize travel to mainland Spain or free movement across Europe.
Most computer model projections indicate that this El Niño could become the strongest recorded since at least 1950. Yet the phenomenon’s consequences for people, daily life and economies are not easy to predict. Its effects may vary widely across places and economic activity. A stronger El Niño therefore does not translate into one simple outcome for humans or markets.
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CNNOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 13:30
AFP News AgencyTyphoon Dolphin, described as a large storm, is moving towards Japan. Forecasts indicate that parts of Japan could experience strong winds and heavy rainfall. The storm is also expected to bring strong winds and rain to areas of China and Taiwan. Attention is focused on its projected path, continuing updates and the conditions people may face as it approaches.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:26
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson sharply criticized a statement from the Philippine Department of National Defense on Tuesday. The statement was issued on July 31. China described it as a political provocation of an extremely malign nature. The response used forceful language against the Philippine department’s position.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:26
Russia’s men’s and women’s national volleyball teams will take part in the 2027 FIVB Nations League. They will enter as the highest-ranked teams that did not compete in the previous qualifying rounds. The announcement covers both national sides and concerns the tournament scheduled for 2027.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:26
Japan’s creation of a new intelligence agency is fueling fears that the country could return to militarism. The development is being viewed through the lens of Japan’s past, with concern focused on the institution’s possible political implications.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:25
CGTN has published a poll focused on China’s summer travel season.
CCGTNOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:23
Mediator countries condemned recent Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip on Monday. They said the attacks were undermining efforts to carry out the second phase of a ceasefire agreement. The mediators also warned that the strikes threatened ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict.
CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 13:23
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin says tourism’s contribution to the country’s gross domestic product should reach at least 5% by 2030. He says the tourism and hospitality industry has increased its contribution to Russia’s economy in recent years. By the end of 2025, that contribution had exceeded 3%.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:18
A disturbing video appears to show a Russian drone taunting a vegetable seller before striking the person at a market in Kherson. The footage was widely shared across social media. It has been presented as another example of what has been dubbed the “human safari.” The label reflects the framing used for alleged drone attacks targeting people in the area.
TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:17
Politician Armando Mema says NATO can deploy nuclear weapons in Finland without approval from the Finnish government. Mema also says the issue was not subjected to any public debate. His comments focus on the absence of government authorization and public discussion surrounding such a deployment.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:13
Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ukraine’s ambassador to the United Kingdom and former commander-in-chief of its armed forces, expressed doubt that Ukraine will ever become a NATO member. He made the remark during a discussion on Euro-Atlantic integration at a meeting of ambassadors in Kyiv. The statement was reported by the Ukrainian outlet European Pravda.
MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:10
Ukraine’s ambassador to the United Kingdom and former commander Valerii Zaluzhnyi said Ukraine will “never” join NATO. He argued that, at the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ current level of development, they cannot join an organization guided by doctrines from World War II. Zaluzhnyi presented this as the reason for his assessment of Ukraine’s NATO prospects. His remarks frame membership as impossible under the alliance’s current doctrinal basis.
A replay shows European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner speaking at a press conference. He addresses the mass crossing of migrants to Ceuta. The remarks come as the bloc’s interior ministers hold talks. The briefing focuses on the incident and its migration implications.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:09
AFP News AgencyThe Washington administration is increasing the number of intelligence personnel in Cuba, according to a source cited by a newspaper. The source said the administration is prepared to use any tools at its disposal. Those tools include measures connected with intelligence operations. The stated aim is to compel Cuba’s leadership to take the steps Washington wants.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 13:03
Jordan is calling an emergency meeting of foreign ministers from Arab and Islamic countries over what it describes as an “imminent” threat of an Israeli takeover of Jerusalem’s most important religious site. The kingdom warns that such a move could “trigger a religious conflict.” The warning follows an escalating series of government-backed incursions by Jewish religious extremists around the al-Aqsa mosque and Dome of the Rock compound. Jordan says those actions breach the status quo treaty it oversees.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 13:02
The Boston Red Sox and Philadelphia Phillies made aggressive moves Monday as Major League Baseball’s trade deadline approached. Boston acquired Adley Rutschman, a catcher selected to three All-Star teams. The move came only hours after Philadelphia obtained Luis Arraez, a three-time batting champion. The San Diego Padres were also identified as among the biggest buyers at the deadline.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:00
Peak Design has introduced its new City Line collection for everyday carry. The lightweight range includes 15-liter and 22-liter City Backpacks, a 15-liter City Tote, 6-liter and 12-liter City Crescent crossbody bags, and a 2-liter City Sling. Every model is available starting today and includes the new BagLev hook, which lets users suspend the bag from the edge of a table.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:00
Nothing’s budget-focused CMF sub-brand has entered the growing open-ear earbuds market. Its first model, the CMF Clip Pro, is designed for listeners who want comfort and sound quality without losing awareness of their surroundings. The earbuds are priced at $99. The launch adds another company to a product category that has recently gained momentum.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 13:00
Iraq’s Yazidi community has marked 12 years since ISIL attacked Sinjar. The United Nations recognised the assault as genocide. Thousands of Yazidis continue to seek justice over the massacres. Their demand comes as the community commemorates the anniversary of the violence and its lasting consequences.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:58
Apple briefly removed Telegram from the App Store on Monday night over concerns about child sexual abuse material. The messaging app has since returned to the store. Apple said a review determined that Telegram violated its strict rules banning such material. The company added that it restored the app after action by the developer.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 12:57
Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office has designated a Crimean Tatar foundation based in the United States as an undesirable organization. The office said the foundation organizes lectures, conferences and exhibitions. It accused those activities of distorting the history of the Crimean Tatars. The designation places the organization at the center of a Russian action against its activities.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:54
European Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said the bloc’s executive body is continuing to pursue a complete and permanent trade ban on Russian oil supplies to Europe. The commitment remains in place despite problems involving gas and electricity in the European Union. The proposed measure is directed at Russian oil deliveries to European markets. Itkonen’s statement confirms that work on the ban is ongoing and that the policy is intended to be permanent.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 12:53
More than 150 people were rescued after a boat caught fire in the English Channel. Rescue vessels from France and the United Kingdom joined the operation. The passengers were evacuated from the stricken vessel during the response. The incident prompted a coordinated cross-Channel rescue effort.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:47
French authorities said 157 migrants were rescued on Tuesday after a boat caught fire while attempting to cross the English Channel. French and British vessels carried out the rescue operation. Authorities described it as one of the largest such operations since 2018, highlighting the scale of the incident during the crossing.
French authorities say more than 150 migrants were rescued after a boat caught fire in the English Channel. The vessel was trying to reach the United Kingdom when its engine ignited. The Channel and North Sea maritime prefecture said the fire occurred during the attempted crossing. The rescue followed the incident at sea.
Two years after a student-led uprising removed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh is facing questions over the direction of its reform agenda. Critics argue that momentum is weakening as political divisions grow sharper. Several important changes have stalled, raising concerns that the country may be reversing course on the reforms pursued after Hasina’s fall.
DDWOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:45
Efecan Ozcan, a member of a Turkish trade union, said statements by Zelensky about attacks on merchant ships were unacceptable. He added that the Maritime Workers Platform strongly opposes attacks that turn the Black Sea into a battlefield. The platform’s position centers on protecting merchant shipping and rejecting the militarization of the Black Sea.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 12:44
Europe’s worsening wildfire crisis is revealing the limits of a system focused on emergency suppression instead of lasting resilience. Alexander Held, a senior expert in integrated fire management, says the European Union has improved its ability to coordinate firefighting, but still tends to act only after fires become uncontrollable. Climate change can intensify the conditions for extreme blazes, yet land abandonment, accumulated fuel, shifting farming practices and political incentives favouring visible emergency action also shape their scale and destructiveness. He argues that the central challenge is landscape governance, with prevention replacing firefighting as the main focus.
FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:43
Cameroon’s president has been absent for two months, prompting unease as questions circulate about his health. His team has rejected rumours concerning his condition. During his prolonged absence, the army is being reshuffled, adding to attention around the country’s leadership. The developments have intensified concern about what the president’s absence may mean for Cameroon.
BBBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:43
Six years after the Beirut blast, the tragedy remains an open wound. Grieving families are still pressing for accountability and continuing their struggle to establish the truth. Their demand for answers has not faded, leaving the disaster unresolved for those affected.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:43
Six years after the Beirut explosion, Lebanon’s domestic investigation has been completed. Yet no indictment has been issued so far. The unresolved legal step has renewed demands for accountability over the blast. Calls for those responsible to face consequences remain central to the issue.
Pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino intensified on Tuesday. Opposition to him emerged both inside football’s governing body and among critics outside it. The dispute concerns his proposal to allow private investment in the World Cup, a plan he has since abandoned. Arsene Wenger and a key FIFA ally have now turned against Infantino, adding to the difficulties facing the FIFA president.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 12:43
AFP News AgencyItalian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi said Italy had suspended free movement from Spain as a temporary national security measure. He also proposed what he called a “new approach” to handling migrants. Under the proposal, migrants would be accommodated at centers located in third countries. The announcement links the movement restriction with a broader plan for migrant reception and accommodation.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:41
More people known as “lonely influencers” are sharing their lives living alone online. They describe a life without children or friends, prompting widespread discussion about the appeal and meaning of solitude.
BBBC ChineseOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-04 12:36
The EU Council says that no migrants have left Ceuta for Spain or other European Union countries. Its statement adds that a large majority of people who crossed illegally have been returned. The remarks address both the destination of those who entered Ceuta and the authorities’ subsequent handling of them. The council presents the returns as the main outcome described in its statement.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:36
Spain’s Interior Ministry says about 70,000 of the roughly 72,000 migrants who entered Ceuta illegally have gone back to their home countries. Spain had earlier put the number of illegal migrants at 50,000.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:34
Clean Arctic volunteers have flown to Cape Chelyuskin to ready a center for expeditions that are due to arrive. Their immediate tasks include starting the diesel engine and the wastewater treatment facilities. They also need to verify that heating is reaching the buildings. The work is focused on making the center operational for the upcoming expeditions.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 12:30
Qatar’s foreign ministry says diplomatic efforts to find a resolution between the United States and Iran are continuing. The statement comes amid conflicting claims from Tehran and Washington over whether negotiations have resumed. Iran maintains that it does not want to widen the war. The competing statements keep diplomatic activity at the centre of the Middle East crisis.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★★2026-08-04 12:28
Israel and Lebanon have begun the seventh round of talks. The latest negotiations are taking place while Israel continues to occupy southern Lebanon and carry out strikes there. Those ongoing actions form the backdrop to the discussions and shape the issues before the two sides.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 12:22
Qatari diplomat Majed bin Mohammed al-Ansari says Doha has informed Moscow about talks seeking a settlement between the United States and Iran. Qatar is pursuing a diplomatic way to address the crisis in the Persian Gulf. Al-Ansari says Doha depends on support from Russia and other international partners to help find such a solution. The statement places Qatar’s efforts within broader international diplomacy.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 12:22
Qatar says the United States and Iran have not reached an agreement. Foreign Ministry spokesman Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari stressed that the mediators have not imposed a deadline for concluding a deal. The statement indicates that mediation remains open-ended, with no target date set for completing the negotiations.
Pakistan has launched a new diplomatic push aimed at keeping US-Iran engagement going. But repeated failures to secure a ceasefire are exposing the limits of mediation as mistrust between the two sides grows.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:21
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 3,748 confirmed cases in less than three months. The outbreak has also caused 1,657 deaths, putting the case fatality rate at 44%.
CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 12:21
The World Health Organization says the Ebola death toll in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has exceeded 1,600. According to its statement, the outbreak continues to expand. The spread has now gone beyond the capacity of the response. The assessment points to mounting pressure on efforts to contain the outbreak.
Yana Lantratova said talks with Ukraine on prisoner swaps are not currently moving smoothly. She added that her office is working on the lists needed for the exchanges.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:19
Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Alrosa holds about half of the world’s diamond reserves. He added that the company’s output represents roughly 30% of global diamond production. Putin’s figures highlight Alrosa’s substantial position in the international diamond industry. The statement focused on both the company’s reserves and its share of worldwide output.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 12:17
A NATO official told Politico that the alliance is using Palantir’s artificial intelligence to manage combat operations. The official spoke anonymously. They described Palantir AI as having “unparalleled capabilities” for processing large volumes of satellite imagery. The report highlights the system’s role in handling information for military operations.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 12:13
Vladimir Zelensky announced further purges within Ukraine’s Security Service. He changed the chiefs of the SBU’s regional directorates in eight Ukrainian regions. The move affects the agency’s regional leadership. It represents another personnel shake-up in Ukraine’s security service.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 11:57
The university innovation competition began in China before expanding overseas in 2025. Kenya became the first country outside China to host the African regional round. After staging the inaugural African edition last year, the country hosted the competition again this year.
CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 11:57
India has sent invitations for participation in the BRICS summit, diplomat Randhir Jaiswal said. Invitations have also gone to several heads of international associations. They are expected to take part in a BRICS Outreach session. No further details about the invitees were provided.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-04 11:53
Guatemala’s Fuego volcano has erupted, prompting the evacuation of nearby towns. The country’s disaster agency issued its second-highest warning and urged residents to move to shelters. People watching the eruption were also told not to climb a nearby volcano to record videos. The warnings reflect the risks facing residents and onlookers around the active volcano.
DDWOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 11:53
Guatemala’s Fuego stratovolcano has erupted, sending lava spewing into the air. Fuego is among the most active volcanoes in Central America. The volcano is also a popular destination for hikers.
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed more than 1,700 people. The outbreak is concentrated in Ituri province, which accounts for nearly 90 percent of reported cases. The World Health Organization is accelerating trials as the response continues.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-04 11:47
Researchers in Italy are using technology to rethink one of the country’s most iconic foods. In Emilia-Romagna, known as Italy’s “Food Valley,” they are concentrating on wheat, the key ingredient in pasta. Their work explores climate-resistant varieties that could help shape the pasta of the future. The project reflects an effort to improve a beloved staple by focusing on its agricultural foundation.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-08-04 11:44
The Minutes Reader extension turns the original page into a focused reading view and translates articles and video subtitles on demand. It is in limited beta.