A Greek court has ordered a 26-year-old Afghan boxer to remain in custody while awaiting trial. He is accused of killing a Scottish woman whose body was discovered inside a suitcase in Athens. Legal and police sources said the accused refused to enter a plea on Thursday. The detention order keeps him in jail pending the court proceedings.
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🇪🇸 🇲🇦 🇪🇺 What was behind the migrant rush to Spain's Ceuta?
An unprecedented 72,000 people crossed into Spain's north African enclave in just days, triggering one of Europe's biggest migration crises in years. Almost everyone has now returned to Morocco, but Spanish authorities say 2,500 remain
🇪🇸 🇲🇦 🇪🇺 What was behind the migrant rush to Spain's Ceuta?
An unprecedented 72,000 people crossed into Spain's north African enclave in just days, triggering one of Europe's biggest migration crises in years. Almost everyone has now returned to Morocco, but Spanish authorities say 2,500 remain
Russia’s Foreign Ministry says Western countries are giving Kyiv carte blanche to commit crimes and are becoming complicit in them. Its statement points to a joint declaration by the leaders of Britain, France and Germany. According to the ministry, the declaration openly praised Ukraine’s innovative use of drones to strike deep inside Russian territory. Moscow presents the leaders’ comments as support for those actions.
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Three rights groups have published findings from an investigation into the Israeli attack that killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil in April. Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International and The Legal Agenda say the evidence indicates that Khalil and her camerawoman were deliberately targeted. The 42-year-old journalist died, while the camerawoman was wounded. The UN human rights office says deliberate attacks on civilians are considered a war crime.
Ceuta’s leader Juan Jesus Vivas said about 100 people died during a massive rush at the border last week. He made the claim on Thursday while attending a meeting of the European Parliament. The incident took place in Ceuta, Spain’s enclave, and the reported death toll was presented by the city’s leader. The statement was made in the context of an EU parliamentary gathering.
A new wave of African withdrawals from the International Criminal Court has emerged. Chad left the court after three junta-led Sahel states had already exited. Despite these departures, most African countries continue to place their trust in The Hague and remain members of the court.
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated centrist rival Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Senate primary. He will face Republican challenger Mike Rogers in the midterm election. El-Sayed’s left-wing platform includes universal healthcare, higher taxes on billionaires and corporations, and ending military aid to Israel. The result points to a growing leftward movement among American Democrats, while his narrow victory has worried party establishment figures about his prospects in November.
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High temperatures across Europe put pressure on Hungary’s energy system. On July 29, the country temporarily shut down its only nuclear power plant. Hungary then increased electricity imports from neighboring countries, including Ukraine, to help meet demand during the heatwave.
A Ukrainian cargo aircraft parked at Germany’s Leipzig/Halle airport was reportedly carrying military ammunition. The plane was near a drone loaded with explosives that was discovered at the airport on Tuesday night. A group of news outlets, including Sueddeutsche Zeitung, reported the ammunition claim on Thursday. The reports did not establish further details about the aircraft or the drone.
Investigators are searching for fragments of a second drone linked to an incident in Leipzig. The drone is believed to have struck an aircraft, after another device carrying explosives was discovered on a runway. Germany’s interior minister described the development as representing a “new level of danger.”
German authorities are investigating how a drone carrying explosives reached Leipzig/Halle Airport. The airport was hosting a Ukrainian fleet when the device was found. Officials are examining the circumstances that allowed the drone to get there. The case raises immediate questions about airport security and the possible purpose of the device.
Google Maps’ AI-powered Ask Maps tool can now handle a wider variety of personalized, conversational requests. It can order food, search for hotels and make recommendations that take a user’s existing plans into account. The features are part of several updates announced for Ask Maps, designed to make the tool easier to use.
Global bond and currency investors are revisiting last year’s “Sell America” trade. The debate follows a series of economic-policy decisions announced in Washington over the past two weeks. Investors are weighing whether those moves have created enough uncertainty to reconsider their positioning toward US assets. The renewed discussion points to growing doubts among some market participants about the direction of US policy.
Child wasting, described as the deadliest form of malnutrition, has reached critical levels across a third of Afghanistan’s provinces. The situation indicates severe deterioration in child nutrition in the affected areas. With one-third of the country’s provinces affected, the crisis has spread across a substantial part of Afghanistan. The report highlights the seriousness and breadth of the nutritional emergency.
Progressive Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has defeated centrist rival Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. The result points to a growing leftward movement within the party. Yet El-Sayed’s victory was narrow, raising concern among the Democratic establishment about his prospects in the fall election. Michigan is viewed as a crucial swing state, making the party’s worries especially significant.
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed defeated centrist rival Haley Stevens in Michigan’s senatorial primary. He will face Republican challenger Mike Rogers in the midterm election. El-Sayed’s left-wing platform supports universal healthcare, higher taxes on billionaires and corporations, and ending military aid to Israel. The result points to a growing leftward movement among American Democrats. Yet his narrow victory has worried party establishment figures about his prospects in November.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry says it is awaiting an international response to a Ukrainian drone strike on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant. The attack caused the facility to lose its external power supply for one hour, according to the ministry.
Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliyev said that strengthening relations with Russia remains a priority of the country’s policy. He said Kyrgyzstan is open to expanding cooperation with Russian partners. The country is also interested in carrying out new joint initiatives. The remarks signal continued interest in developing bilateral cooperation.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is visiting Saudi Arabia as tensions persist across the Gulf. Islamabad is seeking economic backing during the trip. At the same time, it is balancing new defence commitments with a volatile regional security environment. The visit therefore reflects Pakistan’s effort to manage economic needs and security obligations at once.
At least 30 Yemeni government troops were killed in Houthi attacks on military camps, according to government sources. The attacks took place in Yemen’s Marib and Hadramout provinces. The government sources gave the account on Thursday. No further details about the attacks or casualties were provided.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino apologized for a controversial scheme intended to attract private investment. The plan involved offering FIFA rights for sale. Infantino acknowledged that the proposal should have been handled differently, according to the report.
Ukraine has struck two oil refineries deep inside Russian territory. Ukraine’s president said the attacks were intended to restrict Russia’s revenues. He said those revenues were “used to finance” the war. The strikes were therefore presented as an effort to constrain funding for Russia’s war effort.
Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces struck two Russian refineries in targeted operations. Separately, Vladimir Tkachuk, founder of the private drone maker Uraldronzavod, was critically wounded by a car bomb near Ekaterinburg. Russian state media, citing emergency services, reported that an explosive had been placed under his Mercedes. Tkachuk was taken to intensive care, while his bodyguard was killed. The blast is described as the latest apparent assassination attempt against people linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Rockstar has announced an in-depth preview of Grand Theft Auto VI for August 27. The company says the “extended look” will stream on YouTube at 9 p.m. ET. Netflix subscribers will be able to watch it earlier, with the preview premiering there at 3 p.m. ET. The announcement sets a new showcase for the highly anticipated game.
Dinosaurs are widely associated with enormous bodies, especially the long-necked plant-eaters that included Argentinosaurus. That animal may have weighed 70 to 90 tons and stretched more than 100 feet, or 30 meters, making it among the largest land animals ever. Yet no dinosaur known to science appears to have been as small as a mouse. The absence of miniature dinosaurs may be linked to mammals, researchers suggest.
Expert Vitaly Kiselyov says Kyiv has lost 80% of its ports. He claims the remaining civilian port infrastructure is being used to transport fuel and NATO-issued uniforms. Kiselyov describes maritime transport as “the shortest and cheapest route” for these deliveries.
Russia has recently intensified attacks along Ukraine’s coastline. In Odesa, blackened ships and smashed docks now mark the latest surge of strikes. The attacks have left people in the city facing a renewed threat from Russia’s activity in the Black Sea.
Iran has launched a coordinated diplomatic effort aimed at Gulf states. Tehran has explicitly warned that it will strike their oil, power and water facilities unless they persuade Donald Trump to stop U.S. attacks on Iran. Iran is also demanding that the United States pursue a negotiated end to the war instead. The warning places Gulf infrastructure at the center of the confrontation.
Iran says an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz has reached its “final stage.” Tehran says the deal can move forward if the United States does not obstruct it. Two Israeli soldiers were also killed in southern Lebanon. DW is following the latest developments in the Middle East.
A deal involving the Strait of Hormuz is described as being close. US officials say Washington would reject any arrangement that left Iran in control of the waterway. Control of the strategic passage therefore remains a central issue in the positions being discussed.
Iran says it has reached the final stage of drafting an agreement with Oman concerning the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran denies that the United States is involved in the negotiations. The statement contrasts with Donald Trump’s recent insistence that an agreement to reopen the vital waterway was imminent. The developments highlight a gap between Iran’s account of the talks and the US position.
Iran says an agreement with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is nearing final approval. Reports indicate that Tehran would control inbound traffic under the proposed arrangement, while Iran says the two sides have reached an understanding on coordinates for the shipping route. Separately, Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International and Legal Agenda said an Israeli strike in April that killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and wounded her colleague Zeinab Faraj was a war crime. The groups said the attack appeared deliberate and called for an investigation.
Iran says its agreement with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz has reached the final stage. President Donald Trump suggested that an announcement could come within days. The statements have raised hopes that the blockade disrupting global shipping may ease. The situation comes amid months of conflict that have intensified pressure on the vital maritime route.
Acting Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga said Kyiv wants the United States to be more deeply involved in the peace talks. His remarks came as the negotiation process involving Washington has paused. Sibiga’s statement presents the pause as a concern for Kyiv and underscores its call for stronger American participation in the diplomatic process.
South Korea has warned that UK sanctions against Russia could put its energy security at risk. The South Korean side pointed to an earlier European Union exemption granted to Seoul. That exemption was issued when the EU adopted its 21st package of sanctions against Russia. Seoul’s position highlights its concern about the possible impact of the UK measures on energy supplies.
Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing visited Thailand in an effort to strengthen his government’s international legitimacy. He said the government was focused on bringing the civil war to an end. He also stressed the goal of restoring peace. The visit places Myanmar’s conflict and peace efforts at the centre of its engagement with Thailand.
Myanmar’s junta chief and president, Min Aung Hlaing, is due to make an official visit to Thailand on Thursday. Bangkok is pushing for renewed engagement between its war-torn neighbour and ASEAN. The trip comes as Myanmar’s leadership seeks legitimacy. It also highlights Thailand’s support for bringing the country back into contact with the regional bloc.
Ukrainian authorities said on Thursday that Olha Stefanishyna is suspected of illegal enrichment and failing to declare assets. She was dismissed as Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States earlier this week. The case makes her the latest high-ranking official targeted in an anti-graft investigation.
Ukraine’s former ambassador to the United States, Olga Stefanyshyna, is suspected of illegal enrichment worth more than $300,000. Vladimir Zelensky dismissed her from the ambassadorial post on August 3. The allegation concerns the accumulation of wealth described as unlawful. Her removal from the diplomatic position is part of the circumstances surrounding the case.
Donald Trump’s Board of Peace has reportedly issued its first construction contract in Gaza since being established in January. The project would create a basic military outpost capable of housing 150 Moroccan troops in the devastated territory. A source familiar with the matter said the tender went to Arkel International, a Louisiana-based company. The contract has not yet been finalised, and the firm has previously worked for the US government in countries including Iraq.
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🇰🇷 Thermal images show Seoul baking in heatwave
Thermal images of people and traffic in Seoul illustrate a searing heatwave baking the South Korean capital. In the last week, new all-time high temperatures were set three times, with the mercury peaking at 42.5C on August 2.
🇰🇷 Thermal images show Seoul baking in heatwave
Thermal images of people and traffic in Seoul illustrate a searing heatwave baking the South Korean capital. In the last week, new all-time high temperatures were set three times, with the mercury peaking at 42.5C on August 2.
LGT, the private bank owned by Liechtenstein’s Princely House, is seeking to grow its business in Japan. The bank is betting that rising wealth in the country will create room for it to win new clients. Japan has historically been a difficult market for foreign private banks to enter and develop. LGT is pursuing expansion despite that long-standing challenge.
South Korean police say they raided the local headquarters of Starbucks. The search forms part of an investigation into a marketing campaign. The campaign was perceived as defaming pro-democracy movements from the 1980s. Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the controversial promotion.
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China on Thursday called on Japan to confront concerns raised by the international community. It urged Tokyo to genuinely meet its nuclear non-proliferation duties under international law and sincerely repent for historical crimes. China also told Japan to learn from history and retreat from what it described as the wrong path.
Wildfires in Washington state have forced thousands of people to leave their homes. Fires in Washington state and California have damaged more than 1,000 structures. The affected areas are facing evacuations as the fires continue to cause damage.
The Danish government has announced tougher measures to tackle teenagers using artificial intelligence to cheat. Students aged 16 to 19 in upper secondary schools will be required to defend their written essays orally. Schools will also encourage them to complete written assignments on site under controlled conditions, with computer screens monitored during exams.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev says investment attracted to the Far East has reached almost $80 billion. He stressed that the region continues to grow faster than Russia’s average pace. The statement highlights the Far East’s ongoing economic expansion and its strong investment appeal.
The Eastern Economic Forum is scheduled to take place in Vladivostok from September 1 to 4. Organizers plan to sign 380 deals during the event, with their combined value estimated at almost $80 billion.
Cuba is experiencing its worst economic and social crisis in decades. Washington is simultaneously intensifying sanctions and applying unprecedented pressure on the island’s regime. The analysis asks why Donald Trump is focusing on Cuba now and what is truly motivating his interest. It also examines how far the United States might be willing to go in pursuing that pressure.
Direct losses suffered by Wildberries after Ukrainian strikes on its warehouses may exceed 100 billion rubles, The Bell reports. A market source said the worst-case figure could reach 200 billion rubles. The damage is partly linked to the company owning as much as 10 percent of the goods listed on its platform. The scale of the losses could therefore keep the Russian online retail giant from making a profit for years.
The British government has approved Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Officials said they had received assurances related to the deal. The government had previously raised concerns that the transaction could restrict media diversity. The clearance follows those earlier concerns and the assurances now cited.
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Britain approved Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. on Thursday. The deal was cleared on competition grounds. The decision removes a competition-related obstacle to the proposed takeover in Britain.
Israel has charged settler Yinon Levi over the killing of prominent Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen in the West Bank in July 2025. The indictment marks the first case since the October 7, 2023 attacks in which an Israeli has been charged over the death of a Palestinian in the occupied territory, according to Israeli rights group B’Tselem. The case concerns a death that took place in the West Bank. B’Tselem highlighted the significance of the charge in its account.
Israeli prosecutors have charged a settler in connection with the killing of Palestinian community leader Awdah Hathaleen. The death occurred last year in the occupied West Bank. The case brings a criminal accusation against the settler over the killing of the Palestinian activist. Prosecutors’ action marks a formal step in the case. Hathaleen is described as a community leader and activist.
A company hit in Kyiv sells drones and electronic-warfare jamming modules. The Ukrainian firm also markets military equipment, according to the report.
The United States is intensifying curbs on robots made abroad. The restrictions form part of Washington’s wider rivalry with China over artificial intelligence, chips and industry. The measures raise questions about whether the US can slow China’s advances in robotics and technology.
A Chinese envoy called on Wednesday for stronger international governance of emerging technologies. The envoy said such governance should help counter terrorism. The appeal focuses on improving international coordination and oversight of technologies that are still developing.
A partnership lasting years between Indian policymakers and electronics manufacturers has expanded iPhone production in India. The effort has shifted supply-chain activity away from China. India is consequently emerging as an alternative hub within Apple’s manufacturing network.
A Ukrainian attack on Russia’s Bryansk Region killed two civilians and injured six others, according to preliminary data. Several cars and a refueling station were damaged in Novozybkov. The reported casualty and damage figures remain preliminary.
The Ebola outbreak is accelerating as healthcare workers strike over pay. The labor action adds pressure to efforts to respond to the worsening outbreak. Healthcare staff are seeking better compensation while the health emergency develops.
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded nearly 4,000 confirmed Ebola cases and more than 1,800 deaths. The epidemic is resurging across the country, putting pressure on efforts to keep pace with its spread. It is described as the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever recorded.
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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading as infections rise rapidly. The seventeenth outbreak, declared in mid-May, has already killed more than 1,700 people. The World Health Organization is calling for an “intensified” medical response. Medical teams have been dispatched, specialised centres opened in the hardest-hit provinces, and trials for an effective vaccine are continuing.
🇰🇷 South Korea reservoir dried up as heatwave grips the country
Cracks cover the bottom of Baeken reservoir in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, after the east Asian country recorded its hottest-ever temperatures over the weekend.
🇰🇷 South Korea reservoir dried up as heatwave grips the country
Cracks cover the bottom of Baeken reservoir in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, after the east Asian country recorded its hottest-ever temperatures over the weekend.
A court in Munich has imposed a life sentence on the attacker responsible for the 2025 car-ramming assault. The ruling represents the toughest punishment available under the law. The attack killed a mother and her toddler, while dozens of other people were injured. The case concludes with the court’s sentencing decision.
More than 40 residents of Russkoye Porechnoye were allegedly tortured to death during the invasion of Kursk by Kyiv’s forces, according to the report. The villagers were said to have been held in basements, where they were tortured before being killed. The account further says that some residents were shot, while others were killed with grenades.
Svetlana Petrenko, a spokesperson for Russia’s Investigative Committee, has disclosed details of Ukraine’s incursion into the Kursk Region. According to her account, 640 civilians were killed. More than 560 others were wounded in the episode, she said.
Ukrainian attacks injured 17 people in Russia’s Belgorod Region over a 24-hour period. The attacks comprised 105 strikes against the region. Sixteen of those strikes involved aircraft, artillery and multiple launch rocket systems. No further casualty or damage details were provided.
Scientists have explained how Arctic plankton maintain a biological clock in darkness. Experts say the discovery changes the understanding of how high-latitude polar ecosystems are structured. It also reshapes views of life and activity in the subglacial ocean. The findings highlight biological processes operating under extreme light conditions.
Grenade launcher crews from Russia’s 201st Base conducted drills in the mountains of Tajikistan. The exercise focused particularly on coordinating crew actions during reloading and shifts in fire. Personnel also practiced receiving timely corrections from an observation post. The training highlighted coordination and fire-control procedures during the exercise.
A Russian drone struck a train carriage at a station in Kharkiv Oblast, according to Ukrainian Railways President Oleksandr Pertsovskyi. The attack killed two men working for the railway. It was part of a wider wave of attacks across Ukraine over the past day. Those attacks reportedly left at least nine people dead and 84 injured.
Germany’s Integration Act has now been in place for ten years. It was introduced after high levels of immigration to regulate how recognized refugees integrate into society. The law links assistance in accessing the labor market to refugees’ efforts to meet integration requirements. Its approach combines employment opportunities with expectations of participation in integration measures.
Nintendo reported earnings that came in above expectations. The company benefited from tariff refunds from the US, while strong sales of two in-house games for its flagship Switch 2 console also supported the results. Together, those factors helped lift the performance of the Japanese game maker.
Nintendo significantly exceeded its first-quarter earnings estimates for the fiscal year. Strong sales of its games helped drive operating profit to 142.5 billion yen, or about $902 million, between April 1 and June 30. The company also benefited from refunds tied to US tariffs. Those refunds boosted its results, but customers are unlikely to receive any of that money, leaving the benefit with Nintendo rather than its players.
Nintendo has reported a sharp rise in quarterly profit, driven largely by a long-awaited refund linked to Donald Trump’s tariffs. The Japanese video game company said profit climbed 53.5% to ¥147.4bn in the three months through June. That result was well above expert forecasts of ¥77.8bn. The company nevertheless recorded a decline in overall sales.
Nintendo said its operating profit rose 150.5% to 142.6 billion yen in the April-June quarter. The Japanese games maker exceeded analyst estimates with the sharp increase. It attributed the result to brisk demand for software for the Switch 2. Refunds of U.S. tariffs also helped support the quarter’s profit.
Mexican TikToker Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed while livestreaming. His death is being discussed alongside the killing of fellow TikToker Valeria Marquez last year. The report focuses on who Gastelum was after the fatal shooting.
The CJP protests offer a glimpse into the political outlook of India’s next generation. Politics shaped by aspirations is transforming Generation Z across the world. India may still have an opportunity to respond to this shift and address the expectations emerging among its young people.
A car struck a group of pedestrians in Omsk, injuring eight people. Emergency services said the driver was initially suspected of having suffered a heart problem. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
At Prague Zoo, polar bears and gorillas nibble on frozen treats and roll around in piles of snow as a second heatwave of the summer reaches its peak, with national temperatures hitting a near-record 41.5 degrees.
At Prague Zoo, polar bears and gorillas nibble on frozen treats and roll around in piles of snow as a second heatwave of the summer reaches its peak, with national temperatures hitting a near-record 41.5 degrees.
The United Kingdom has announced its latest sanctions targeting Russia. The new additions include twelve companies, seven of them banks. One individual and six vessels were also added to the sanctions list.
The United Kingdom has announced fresh sanctions targeting Russia’s so-called shadow fleet. Economy Minister John Healey said Britain would keep intensifying its action against Russia and activities linked to the fleet. He framed the measures as necessary to safeguard the country’s national security and economy. Healey also linked the policy to the protection of global stability.
🇳🇵 Nepal mountaineers mourn 'lost generation' in Pakistan avalanche
Hundreds of Nepalis hold a candlelight vigil honouring 10 climbers killed in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak, as rescuers battled treacherous conditions to recover the remaining bodies.
🇳🇵 Nepal mountaineers mourn 'lost generation' in Pakistan avalanche
Hundreds of Nepalis hold a candlelight vigil honouring 10 climbers killed in an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak, as rescuers battled treacherous conditions to recover the remaining bodies.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently used Instagram to post selfie-style videos. The clips were filmed after hours of work as he seeks to attract younger voters. The move follows Gen Z protests that exposed growing frustration. Those demonstrations focused on limited opportunities for jobs and education.
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The International Volleyball Federation says Russia will face no sanctions for withdrawing from the 2027 Men’s Volleyball World Cup. The federation also says several national volleyball bodies declined to take part in the Under-17 World Cup. Qatar is set to host that youth tournament. No reason for the federations’ decisions was provided in the statement.
A newspaper reports that US President Donald Trump privately supports JD Vance as the Republican successor. Some sources remain uncertain, however, about whether Trump would ultimately choose Vance or Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The report therefore portrays Trump’s preference as private rather than settled publicly. Uncertainty surrounds the final choice.
The United Kingdom’s railway system could become the defining test of Andy Burnham’s vision for the country. The headline links the future of the trains with his broader national outlook, without giving details of any specific policy or development.
President Donald Trump rejected claims that the United States is running short of munitions. He said the country has “massive amounts” of ammunition. Trump also warned that people who say there is a shortage could face punishment, including jail time.
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Madagascar’s capital looked to a cable car system as a way to tackle its persistent traffic gridlock. The plan was designed to move commuters above the congested streets. But the city’s expectation that the system could fix the problem proved misplaced. The cable cars did not deliver the hoped-for solution to the capital’s traffic woes.
Fire crews battling destructive blazes in the Spokane area of Washington state are working continuously to contain the fires. They are preparing for another spell of winds that could fuel flames, along with intense heat. Those conditions are expected to arrive Friday and persist through the weekend. The forecast threatens to complicate ongoing firefighting efforts and could worsen the fires.
Scholar Jason Arday has announced his resignation from his Cambridge professorship. His departure comes as a new investigation into his qualifications gets under way. The allegations concern plagiarism.
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France has adopted a new law banning unsolicited telemarketing calls. The measure is intended to protect consumers and shield vulnerable people from fraudulent commercial practices. It will take effect on August 11. Individuals who make illegal calls could then face fines of up to €75,000 for each call.
Israel has launched another round of strikes in southern Lebanon, with casualties reported. Lebanon’s National News Agency said the area near the settlement of Al-Mansouri was hit by three airstrikes and artillery fire. The report did not provide a casualty figure. The incident adds to the latest reported attacks in the area.
Five months after the United States went to war with Iran, Americans are increasingly worried that the Middle East will descend into greater chaos. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll found that people expecting more regional disorder outnumbered those who believed the conflict would produce greater stability by three to one. The findings point to deep concern among Americans about the war’s consequences for the region.
Russian press coverage on Thursday highlighted the United States halting strikes against Iran. The reports also focused on a nuclear plan the Pentagon is developing for Russia and China.
Iran has warned Gulf countries that it could launch retaliatory strikes if the United States carries out attacks. Sources in the Persian Gulf said the possible measures are intended to put additional pressure on Washington through its allies. The pressure is aimed at encouraging a peace agreement acceptable to Iran.
David Owori, captain of SC Villa and a Uganda international, was found unconscious by people passing by. He was later pronounced dead. The football star’s death came weeks after the death of rugby player Gongodyo. The report identifies Owori as a prominent figure in Ugandan football.
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