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Palestinian officials report arson attacks on two mosques and vandalism in occupied territories, marking a sharp rise in settler aggression amid ongoing security operations.

The resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan marks a significant concession to the youth protests, but opposition parties demand accountability for the July 20 crackdown that injured over 100 demonstrators.

Hundreds detained across the occupied territories as settlers target mosques and paramedics, while political tensions rise ahead of Israeli elections.

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt confirms ideological motive behind Saturday night’s car-ramming near Tiergarten park, prompting widespread political condemnation and a scheduled vigil at the Brandenburg Gate.

Luis Suarez scores decisive penalty while Lionel Messi rests following Argentina’s World Cup campaign

Tehran’s armed forces caution that continued US strikes could escalate the conflict, while separately condemning Ukrainian actions in the Caspian Sea as a breach of international law.

Converted A400M drops fire retardant as evacuation figures rise and military mobilisation intensifies across the country.

The rescheduled race, originally cancelled due to the US-Israel war on Iran, will be branded as the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia under a new multilateral agreement.

A new report from Al Jazeera alleges a systemic lack of legal consequences for actions taken by settlers against Palestinians, raising questions about governance and justice mechanisms.

NHK footage confirms sparks and loud noise following strike on 26 July

The long-range strike on a commercial ship marks a significant geographic expansion of the Ukraine war, compounding pressure on Iran already facing a US naval blockade and Houthi disruptions.

The UK Ministry of Defence confirms cancellation due to unresolved disagreements on the UK-Kenya Defence Cooperation Agreement, highlighting tensions over BATUK and human rights concerns raised by Kenyan lawmakers.

An underground drag culture is growing in Armenia’s capital, driven by refugees from Russia and evolving social norms. However, the community faces ongoing challenges including police raids, domestic violence linked to housing costs, and historical violence against queer individuals.

At least 11 people, including five children, died in an attack on a holiday facility in the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia region, with local officials alleging deliberate targeting of non-combatants.

Over 250,000 people have been displaced by wildfires in southwest France and neighbouring Spain, with emergency measures including highway closures and military mobilisation deployed as conditions remain critical.

The 59-year-old striker, known as ‘King Kazu’, scored in the Emperor’s Cup as his side secured a 7-0 victory over Iwaki Furukawa.

Interior Minister Laurent Nunez confirms deployment of 5,000 emergency personnel to Gironde as blazes destroy 14,000 hectares of forest

Defence Minister Radu Miruta confirms rapid interception of Sunday’s breach, while President Nicusor Dan condemns continued violations of NATO airspace following a series of incidents since the start of the Ukraine conflict.

As the Rapid Support Forces tighten their grip on the strategic city, analysts fear a repeat of the atrocities seen in El Fasher, with schools and hospitals becoming casualties of a war where civilians are caught in the crossfire.

Tens of thousands gather in capital as government response highlights tensions between institutional control and public accountability.

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has finally kicked off in Rabat, Morocco, following a postponement from its original spring schedule.

Authorities have launched a city-wide search for 21-year-old Abdul B following a ramming and stabbing incident at Christopher Street Day, which resulted in one fatality and 16 injuries.

The championship was decided on the final day of the tournament in Aichi Prefecture, with Anaozumi also receiving the Skill Prize.

With the World Health Organization reporting more than 18,500 patients requiring specialist care, the syndicate holds Israel responsible for blocking Rafah crossing while criticising global inaction.

Demonstrators gather on Habib Bourguiba Avenue to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the suspension of parliament, demanding an end to what critics describe as an executive power grab.

The French administration has characterised the scale of destruction as a historic record, prompting military mobilisation and high-level crisis meetings as the blaze continues to spread amid a regional heatwave.

Authorities in Spain have declared a national emergency after two significant wildfires west of Madrid merged into a single blaze, prompting the evacuation of approximately 60,000 residents from affected villages.

The Amaury Sport Organisation and the French Ministry of the Interior have shortened the final stage to 89km and moved the start to Paris to redeploy internal security troops to the Gironde region.

Israeli forces and settlers conducted simultaneous incursions in Qusra and Tal on 26 July 2026, resulting in the detention of dozens of Palestinians and the burning of religious sites, according to reports from Al Jazeera.

Stefan Doerr tells FRANCE 24 that fire seasons are becoming increasingly severe and longer across the world, including in Europe, as mass evacuations continue in France and Spain.

German authorities are searching for a suspect linked to Islamist circles following a deadly incident at the city’s annual LGBTQ+ celebrations, which left one person dead and 16 injured.

Israeli settlers have set fire to the Al-Rahma Mosque in Qusra, near Nablus, while Israeli forces conduct raids resulting in dozens of arrests across the region.

Chilean giants cite on-field merit and significant marketing appeal as they prepare to unveil the 40-year-old, whose social media following has expanded dramatically after his performances against Spain and Argentina.

The cumulative displacement across France and Spain has exceeded 340,000 people, with French authorities describing the current blaze as one of the largest forest fire events since the Second World War.

A manhunt is underway in the German capital following a vehicle attack during Berlin’s annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations, with police identifying the suspect as having ties to Islamist circles.

Firefighters are working to prevent separate fires from merging near Madrid and Toledo, with officials characterising the situation as challenging amid spreading flames.

The US State Department has dismissed the decision as a baseless lie, describing the planned diplomatic mission as routine, while tensions mount ahead of Brazil’s October presidential vote.

Director Marjolein Busstra’s film follows Manar Wahhab and Milad Vosgueritchian as they maintain a sanctuary for children in al-Eizariya, emphasising non-violent philosophy amid escalating regional violence.

China’s official Xinhua News Agency confirms Typhoon Noul made landfall in southern Guangdong province on Sunday morning, triggering mass evacuations and significant disruption across the region.

Attacks on Aramco facilities in Jizan and Yanbu coincide with suspended US air strikes and escalating tensions in the Caspian Sea, raising fears of critical shipping blockades.

The US military has published video evidence of a boarding operation targeting a tanker accused of breaching the Iran blockade, underscoring the ongoing enforcement of maritime restrictions in the region.

Opposition groups and civil society figures converge on Habib Bourguiba Avenue to demand the president’s departure, citing a reversal of democratic gains and the imprisonment of political leaders.

Diplomatic tensions escalate as Iran accuses Ukraine of violating the UN Charter, while President Zelenskyy asserts strikes achieved strong results against vessels linked to Iranian military logistics.