Captured Ukrainian-born soldiers tell BBC why they fought for Russia
Men born in Ukraine who fought for Russia are tried for treason, but at a prisoner of war camp in western Ukraine, many believe they were defending their homeland.
Trump threatens Iran’s trade partners, as military strikes make way for economic pressure
US president pivots towards ‘crushing’ economic operation against Iran and its trading partners as military strikes fail to bring Tehran to the table
Donald Trump has announced a new campaign to isolate Iran’s economy, threatening “tremendous economic consequences” on any country that helps or does business with Tehran, a move that could set up a fresh confrontation with China if implemented.
“Today, I am announcing the most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country!” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Any country that allows its financial institutions, businesses, airports, or government entities to provide any type of lifeline to Iran will itself face tremendous economic consequences.”
Continue reading...US Air Force plane turns back from Antarctica after Russian missile threat – NewsNation
Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation
The five-year-old Palestinian girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives.
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She tried to blow up a millionaire in Monaco. Days later, she was dead – CNN
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UAE says it is suspending trade with Iran after missile launch – The Washington Post
- UAE says it is suspending trade with Iran after missile launch The Washington Post
- Trump’s Plan to Squeeze Iran’s Economy Will Live or Die in Dubai WSJ
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- UAE's financial embargo on Iran after missile threat puts rivalry back in spotlight Reuters
- August 19, 2026 — UAE suspends all trade and financial transactions with Iran CNN
Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears
Melting sea ice from climate change has opened up the region for giant whales to undertake "feeding frenzies".
Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears – BBC
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Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears
Melting sea ice from climate change has opened up the region for giant whales to undertake "feeding frenzies".
Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and supporting countries
It comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on Monday, with no sign of a diplomatic or military off-ramp to the conflict.
Israel admits firing on car carrying five-year-old Hind Rajab, opens probe – aljazeera.com
- Israel admits firing on car carrying five-year-old Hind Rajab, opens probe aljazeera.com
- Israel Opens Criminal Investigation Into Killings of Hind Rajab and Gaza Medical Workers The New York Times
- Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation BBC
- Israeli military admits for first time to firing on car carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab, opens criminal probe CNN
- Israeli military launches criminal probes into killings of Hind Rajab, 5, her family and 15 Palestinian paramedics Anchorage Daily News
Israel opens up bids for highly-sensitive West Bank settlement project
The UK's foreign secretary condemned the move as "an unacceptable and destructive act".
Erin Patterson appeal live: prosecutors to seek life in prison without parole for triple murderer
Victorian court of appeal also to consider whether triple murder and attempted murder convictions should be quashed
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McWilliams is arguing against Patterson’s third ground of appeal.
On this ground, Patterson’s legal team argue the trial judge, Justice Christopher Beale, erred in ruling that photos and videos related to mushrooms and found on an SD card in Patterson’s home was inadmissible.
Continue reading...Australia ‘outraged’ after Israel decides not to open criminal investigation into killing of aid worker in Gaza
Australia's foreign minister summoned the Israeli ambassador over "insulting" Zomi Frankcom decision.
Reporters and military duo held at gunpoint by security at US space force base
Officers reportedly believed invitees were trying to make unauthorized entry on to Vandenberg base in California
Five news reporters and two members of the military who were invited to an event at Vandenberg space force base in California were briefly detained at gunpoint by security officers who thought they were gatecrashers, according to local news reports.
The incident happened Monday ahead of an invitation-only groundbreaking for a new training facility for missile operators at the federal airfield near Santa Barbara, California. Reporters from Noozhawk and KEYT were among those detained, and both outlets published articles detailing the detainment.
Continue reading...Publisher of US military newspaper resigns over differences with government
Retirement of longtime Stars and Stripes publisher comes amid the Trump administration's push for editorial control.
‘Tsunami’ of emigration reshapes Israel’s future, experts warn
Nearly 270,000 Israelis have left the country over three years, citing political uncertainty and security concerns.
UK Home Office guide tells asylum seekers not to rape, harass women or make kissing noises – Fox News
- UK Home Office guide tells asylum seekers not to rape, harass women or make kissing noises Fox News
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Defense minister dismissed by Zelensky demands elections in Ukraine – The Washington Post
- Defense minister dismissed by Zelensky demands elections in Ukraine The Washington Post
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