- Russian and Chinese submarines conduct first-ever joint patrol in Pacific CNN
- Russian, Chinese Submarines Sail Together in Sea of Japan USNI News
- Video Shows US Destroyer Shadowing Russian and Chinese Warships Newsweek
- Joint Sino-Russian patrols push Japan to rethink defense posture The Japan Times
- Russian and Chinese Submarines Break New Ground in Indo-Pacific Power Play UNITED24 Media
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 4, dozens hurt
Ukrainian authorities describe Russia's missile and drone attack as 'massive', with multiple areas of Kyiv hit.
Putin and Kim to join Xi at Chinese military parade in show of defiance to the west
The Victory Day parade in Beijing on 3 September will mark the formal surrender of Japan during the second world war. No western leaders will attend
Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un are among the world leaders who will attend a military parade with President Xi Jinping in Beijing next week, in a show of collective defiance amid western pressure.
No western leaders will be among the 26 foreign heads of state and government attending the parade next week – with the exception of Robert Fico, prime minister of Slovakia, a member of the European Union – according to the Chinese foreign ministry.
Continue reading...Half of US voters believe Israel committing genocide in Gaza, poll says
Six in 10 voters also oppose Washington sending more military aid to Israel, according to Quinnipiac poll.
Teenager who shot Colombian senator sentenced to seven years
The 39-year-old politician was shot in the head during a presidential rally in Bogotá in June.
Teenager who shot Colombian senator sentenced to seven years
The 39-year-old politician was shot in the head during a presidential rally in Bogotá in June.
Mexico suspends postal shipments to United States over tariff confusion – Politico
- Mexico suspends postal shipments to United States over tariff confusion Politico
- U.S. shoppers see order cancellations as world shuts down some American-bound shipments NBC News
- This rule made many online purchases dirt cheap for U.S. consumers. Now it's ending NPR
- ‘De minimis’ loophole is ending; here’s what it means for online orders The Washington Post
- Trump to lift de minimis exemption Friday: What to know The Hill
Cases of flesh-eating screwworms increase 53% in Mexico: Report
Mexico reports more than 5,000 cases of screwworm, primarily in cattle and other animals, according to gov't data.
Who is Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s jailed media tycoon?
Verdict in Lai's national security trial is being closely watched as a test of Hong Kong's rule of law.
How Tokyo is using AI video to prepare for a Mt Fuji eruption
Tokyo authorities say they released the AI-generated video to raise awareness and help people prepare for disaster - but how likely is Mt Fuji to actually erupt?
Germany’s conservatives plot last stand for mandatory military service – politico.eu
- Germany’s conservatives plot last stand for mandatory military service politico.eu
- Germany wants to double its defense spending. Where should the money go? Atlantic Council
- German government passes military service bill DW
- Germany Proposes Plan to Boost Recruitment or Resort to Draft The New York Times
- German cabinet backs voluntary military service, opening door to conscription BBC
US auditing Chinese involvement in cloud services, defence chief says
Pete Hegseth orders review after revelations Microsoft used Chinese contractors to manage sensitive cloud services.
Kim Jong Un to join Putin and other leaders at China military parade – BBC
- Kim Jong Un to join Putin and other leaders at China military parade BBC
- Putin, Kim Jong Un to attend Chinese parade in show of defiance to the West Reuters
- Kim Jong Un to Join Putin at Xi’s Military Parade in Beijing Bloomberg.com
- North Korea’s Leader Kim Jong-un to Attend Military Parade in Beijing The New York Times
- Putin, Xi, and Kim set to unite at major military parade Sky News
Australia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea
Manila says exercise with Australia, Canada shows a 'commitment' to defence cooperation with 'like-minded nations'.
Spain and Portugal wildfires drive worst EU season on record
Wildfires have scorched southern Europe and new research suggests climate change played a major role.
Spain and Portugal wildfires drive worst EU season on record
Wildfires have scorched southern Europe and new research suggests climate change played a major role.
How rare earth shortages are stalling India’s burgeoning EV sector
China introduced restrictions on its rare earth exports in April, two days after Trump announced retaliatory tariffs.
Michael Anton, longtime MAGA intellectual, to exit State Dept. – The Washington Post
Likely French government collapse raises stakes of planned national shutdown – politico.eu
- Likely French government collapse raises stakes of planned national shutdown politico.eu
- French PM faces backlash over holiday excuse Reuters
- Amundi Sees Dip Buying on French Bonds, Stocks After Selloff Bloomberg.com
- France’s government is on the brink of collapse, again The Economist
- Macron’s stunned troops see no good way out of France’s impasse politico.eu
Deaths and injuries as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Kyiv – The Guardian
- Deaths and injuries as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Kyiv The Guardian
- Mass Russian drone and missile attack kills 4 and injures 24 in Ukraine’s capital AP News
- Kyiv Hit With 'Massive' Russian Air Strike As Ukrainian Leaders Press Global Diplomatic Efforts Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
- After one of Russia’s deadliest attacks, Kyiv residents lose hope for help Al Jazeera
- Three dead in mass night-time Russian attack on Kyiv, officials say Reuters