Global affairs, diplomacy, conflict, and the major international developments driving the news cycle.
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Dmitry Muratov argues that while Russia retains the capacity to destroy Ukraine, it cannot conquer it, citing over 500 mentions of nuclear weapon use this year alone.
Rescue operations in Pereira and Cali approach critical 72-hour window as nearly 500 remain missing and infrastructure damage exceeds 9,550 homes.
The Israeli military has sent an additional infantry battalion to Qusra following a clash with settlers who have besieged three Palestinian families, while the UN warns of a situation reaching a breaking point amid rising violence.
The diplomatic row escalates as Japan asserts its historical and legal claims over the islands, known as Etorofu in Tokyo and Iturup in Moscow, while the dispute continues to block a post-war peace treaty.
The Israeli Defence Forces have sent an additional infantry battalion to the West Bank village of Qusra following a multi-day siege by settlers that left three Palestinian families without essential utilities.
Al Jazeera reports on the astronomical phenomenon and associated public activity in the French capital.
Following the US ouster of Nicolas Maduro, Delcy Rodriguez’s administration and opposition leaders have committed to transforming the justice system and establishing transparency mechanisms for earthquake recovery funds.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration frames the new policy as a necessary step to meet legal obligations and rebuild relations with international creditors, rather than a reversal of the 2000 land reform programme.
The stunt coincides with the first total solar eclipse visible in the region since 2006, drawing attention across Spain and France.
Rescue crews in Pereira and Cali work through a third night to locate survivors beneath collapsed structures, while over 11,000 dwellings are left destroyed.
President Donald Trump reiterates Washington’s dominance over the chokepoint, while Iranian officials maintain that US demands must be met before any resolution is possible.
Hundreds of cocaine bricks bearing the name and likeness of Norwegian striker Erling Haaland have been seized by Ecuadorian authorities, highlighting evolving tactics in illicit trade branding.
The Electoral Commission oversees polls for presidential, parliamentary, and local seats, with results due Monday.
Heidi Beirich faces wire fraud and money laundering charges as the Trump administration intensifies its legal challenge against the civil rights nonprofit.
The Intercept and the Freedom of the Press Foundation argue the scheme violates constitutional guarantees of equal access to government information.
The Department of Homeland Security has outlined a no-bid contract to equip Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers with voltage-emitting gloves by March 2027, drawing sharp criticism from advocacy groups amid ongoing scrutiny of the agency’s tactics.
Unclassified review finds three April attacks, including one at Ras Isa fuel port, resulted in significant harm to non-combatants, though the Department of Defence concluded condolence payments were not appropriate.
The Caroline Bezengi, a vessel linked to Russia’s shadow fleet, continues to leak oil off Qabiliyah Island, threatening marine habitats and raising concerns for distant coastal areas.
Authorities report a large number of unaccounted individuals after an earthquake strikes Colombia, with ongoing efforts to locate survivors.
Karoline Leavitt’s departure marks the end of a tenure defined by selective press access and a shift away from traditional correspondent pools, occurring just before November’s midterm elections.
France 24 International reports on the partial phase of the 12 August 2026 eclipse visible across the African continent.
Authorities move to curb a predicted influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave following a late July crossing of 72,000 people, while tensions rise over sentencing of taxi drivers and disputed death tolls.
A claim by a grieving father that Israeli troops shot his son in Gaza coincides with reports of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejecting a US-brokered ceasefire proposal.
A joint investigation by 7amleh and Utrecht University analysed over 3,500 cases, finding that pro-Palestinian accounts were frequently restricted under the Dangerous Organisations and Individuals policy, while Meta cited policy revisions in response.
The total solar eclipse of 12 August 2026 marks the first time Europe has witnessed totality in 27 years, with NASA releasing imagery of the alignment as crowds gather along the path.
Spectators from St. Petersburg to Birmingham witnessed the Moon passing between the Sun and Earth, marking the first total eclipse in the region since 2006.
The National Data Protection Authority has given the platform three business days to disable its video-sharing tools, accusing the company of relying on flawed automated systems that cannot analyse streams in real time.
The total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 caused logistical strain in Spain due to tourism, while observers in Iceland witnessed the phenomenon.
France 24 reports that the August 12 event, tracing a path from the Arctic through Iceland to the Mediterranean, offers scientific data on the Sun’s corona but triggers significant logistical pressures across rural Spain.
The anti-war opposition group faces disqualification over allegations of copyright infringement and foreign financing, compounding concerns over election monitoring and public sentiment ahead of September’s vote.
Twelve states, led by California, seek to block the Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger, citing reduced consumer choice and excessive market power.
Mass displacement reported across Somalia as families lose livelihoods to prolonged drought, coinciding with a significant reduction in international assistance.
The attack on Novorossiysk has killed three and injured 24, while the Russian agriculture ministry confirms logistical constraints are forcing a shift to alternative export routes.
A Washington DC court has suspended construction on the new East Wing ballroom, citing the need for Congressional approval, as reports emerge of nearly $1bn in expenditure for the controversial renovation.
The decision is viewed by experts as a diplomatic victory for Hamas and a reflection of domestic political strategy ahead of October elections, while potentially straining relations with Washington.
As the conservative VMRO-DPMNE party solidifies its hold on government, opposition figures and peacebuilders caution that minority rights are eroding and inter-ethnic distance is widening, threatening the stability secured a quarter-century ago.
With oil exports down 97 per cent, Baghdad’s cash flow cannot meet monthly obligations, raising questions about long-term stability and the feasibility of administrative reform.
Environmental factors in Serbia bring submerged World War II-era vessels to light, raising questions about heritage preservation and river management.
The Mozarteum Foundation confirms significant losses from the 270th anniversary tribute, with artist Ottmar Hörl describing the disappearance of the polymer sculptures as organised theft.
Donald Trump claims the once-dominant pro-Israel lobby has lost its grip on Washington, citing eroding support among Democrats and Republicans, while renewing personal attacks on Chuck Schumer.
Live coverage confirms the fixture between the French giants and the English side, with Ousmane Dembélé, Doue, and Bradley Barcola highlighted as key figures for the Parisian club.
Analysts point to Eritrea’s strategic port control and internal stability as key factors attracting regional powers, though succession risks and mass emigration pose long-term challenges.
Israeli security forces withdrew from the occupied West Bank village following clashes with settlers, leaving two families besieged in their homes with cut supplies.
The Federal Reserve holds rates steady at 3.50–3.75 per cent amid conflicting signals from a shrinking jobs market and persistent fuel prices.
Tehran consolidates military leadership and warns of infrastructure retaliation while President Pezeshkian cites internal destabilisation efforts amid a deepening economic crisis.
The legislative move makes Beirut the first nation in the Middle East to formally end capital punishment, despite an execution moratorium in place since 2004.
Moderate David Crowley edges out Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s governor race, while Darline Graham advances to a Republican Senate runoff.
Airspace restrictions over eastern Sicily have triggered significant travel delays during the peak summer season, with flights diverted to Palermo and Comiso while ash drift affects Malta.