Kim meets families of North Korea soldiers killed fighting in Ukraine
The North Korean leader met the families of soldiers killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine.
At least 3 dead after mob sets fire to Indonesian regional parliament building – AP News
- At least 3 dead after mob sets fire to Indonesian regional parliament building AP News
- 3 Dead in Indonesia After Jumping From Building Protesters Set on Fire, Official Says The New York Times
- Protesters set fire to Indonesian parliament buildings in several provinces Reuters
- Tensions soar across Indonesia as protests against police erupt in multiple cities CNN
- Why are antigovernment protests taking place in Indonesia? Al Jazeera
Iran arrests eight suspected of spying for Israel’s Mossad in 12-day war
Revolutionary guards say suspects apprehended in northeastern Iran as materials for making weapons are also seized.
The military-police pipeline
Hind Hassan tracks the spread of the global weapons trade beyond the battlefield - to the militarised police.
Who can get updated COVID-19 vaccines in the US now?
FDA has approved COVID shots for people aged 65+ and at high risk; others need a doctor’s order.
Man faces massive fine after bulldozing over mile of national park for driveway: ‘It was just astounding … that someone could think this kind of activity was OK’ – yahoo.com
A music teacher uses Gaza’s relentless soundtrack of war to resist Israel
Palestinians have had to cope with the sound of Israeli drones overhead for years before Israel's current war on Gaza.
EU countries divided on Israel sanctions as foreign ministers meet
EU foreign policy chief says 27-member bloc 'divided' over how to pressure Israel to end its deadly war on Gaza.
Iran’s future: Civil war risks and regime collapse – The Jerusalem Post
- Iran’s future: Civil war risks and regime collapse The Jerusalem Post
- Islamic Republic close to collapse in Iran, civil war possible after US, Israeli decimation of nuclear capabilities: experts New York Post
- Iran on the edge? Report warns Ayatollah’s regime on brink of collapse triggering civil war | Today News Mint
- Hope or fear after the ceasefire?/ Majid Shia Ali en-hrana.org
- Iran-Israel Conflict and Arrests Linked to Espionage NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
Townsend through but Ostapenko and tennis in spotlight at US Open
Taylor Townsend progresses at US Open but focus remains on allegations from heated confrontation with Jelena Ostapenko.
SCO summit in China: Who’s attending, what’s at stake amid Trump tariffs?
China is the host of this year’s SCO Summit which takes place in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1.
US bars Palestinian leader Abbas from UN as allies pledge statehood – Reuters
- US bars Palestinian leader Abbas from UN as allies pledge statehood Reuters
- US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York BBC
- US announces it will deny visa to Palestinian Authority president and other officials ahead of UN General Assembly CNN
- Trump Administration Bars Palestinian Officials From U.N. Meeting in New York The New York Times
- United States Revokes Visas of Palestinian Officials Time Magazine
Thailand’s prime minister dismissed over compromising phone call – Euronews.com
- Thailand's prime minister dismissed over compromising phone call Euronews.com
- Opinion | Another blow to democracy in Thailand The Washington Post
- Thai court removes PM over leaked phone call with Cambodian leader BBC
- Thailand’s prime minister removed from office over leaked phone call scandal with Cambodian strongman CNN
- Thai court sacks PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra for ethics violation Reuters
Ukraine Strikes Russian Refineries as It Faces Missile Barrage – Bloomberg.com
- Ukraine Strikes Russian Refineries as It Faces Missile Barrage Bloomberg.com
- Russian oil refineries, terminals burn as Ukraine hits Putin's war economy Reuters
- Frustrated Russians grapple with fuel crisis as Ukraine attacks oil refineries The Guardian
- Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Oil Refineries Have Some Russian Regions Running on Empty Military.com
- Russia and Ukraine Target Energy Sites, Seeking Leverage Away From the Front The New York Times
US Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic progress but Shelton out due to injury
Defending champions Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic shake off knocks at US Open but Ben Shelton bows out with injury.
India will not ‘bow down’ to US after steep tariffs, trade minister says
Analysts have warned that the 50 percent duty the US has imposed on Indian goods is akin to a trade embargo.
Indian PM Modi Tours Chip Plant With Japan’s Ishiba – Bloomberg.com
- Indian PM Modi Tours Chip Plant With Japan’s Ishiba Bloomberg.com
- India's Modi and Japan's Ishiba agree to expand ties. Here's what they said ABC News
- Opinion | India's Brains Meet Japan's Tech - And Why China Should Be Worried NDTV
- From bullet trains to Rajasthani welcome in Tokyo: PM Modi's Japan visit in pics Hindustan Times
- From $34 billion to $68 billion: Behind Japan’s investment numbers, a message to US President Trump The Indian Express
US blocks Palestinian leader from attending UN meeting in New York
The decision comes as France leads international efforts to recognise a Palestinian state at the UN meeting next month.
Russia attacks Ukraine’s Zaporizhia; Kyiv hits Russian oil refineries
At least one person has been killed and 28 wounded, including children, in attack that targeted Zaporizhia.