Iran war costs rising, airshow cancellations, and executions
The war in Iran is increasingly resembling a 'perpetual war,' with no clear path to de-escalation and a growing human and economic toll, according to international experts and analyses.
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62 Hikers Evacuated After Flash Flooding Hits Grand Canyon
Sixty-two hikers were airlifted out of the Grand Canyon after flash flooding struck on Saturday, according to the National Park Service (NPS). No injuries have been reported.
Eight Killed as Ferry Capsizes Off Northern Cyprus
At least eight people have died and more than a dozen others are still missing after a passenger ferry capsized off northern Cyprus, the head of the Turkish administration there said.
Israeli soldiers participate in Sydney Marathon despite protests
At least one Israeli soldier participated in the Sydney Marathon on Sunday despite protests calling for their exclusion over alleged war crimes. Meanwhile, Israeli settlers carried out attacks on Palestinian villages, including Qusra and Jalud.
Canada Erects Giant Lake Ontario Sign as Trump Renames It Lake America
Donald Trump and Canada escalated a dispute over the name of Lake Ontario, with the Canadian government erecting a giant sign reading 'Lake Ontario. Now and Always.' According to The Guardian.
Venezuela’s Delcy Rodríguez Defends Oil Deal with Trump
Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, has defended her government’s controversial energy deal with Donald Trump, asserting that the South American country will retain ownership and sovereignty over its massive oil reserves. According to The Guardian.
Sudan Civil War: Refugees Face Dire Conditions in El Obeid
Humanitarian conditions in El Obeid, Sudan, are worsening as more than 15,000 families have arrived in the city since mid-July, according to government figures cited by Save the Children.
Russia Says Helped Repel Niger Coup Attempt
Russia stated its forces assisted in repelling an attempted coup in Niger, according to the BBC. The country's foreign ministry said Nigerien forces repelled the attack 'with the assistance of servicemen of the African Corps of the Russian Ministry of Defence'.
Manhunt after shooting at Swiss rave kills woman, 22, and injures five
A 22-year-old woman was killed and five others injured in a shooting at a techno rave in Aarau, Switzerland, prompting a manhunt, according to police.
Milo Yiannopoulos far-right provocateur deported from U.S.
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported from the U.S. after overstaying his legal visa and failing to attend immigration hearings. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the removal on Friday.
Iran’s Khamenei Calls for Gulf Unity Amid Hormuz Tensions
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has urged Gulf leaders to identify their 'real enemy' and confront it, as Tehran maintains its hard line over the Strait of Hormuz, according to a message published by Al Jazeera.
Humanitarian Crisis Worsening in Sudan’s El Obeid Refugee Camps
Humanitarian conditions in Sudan’s city of El Obeid and surrounding refugee camps are worsening, with more than 15,000 families arriving since mid-July, according to the Guardian.
Zambian Opposition Leader Faces Treason Charges
Zambian opposition leader Hakainde Hichilema has been charged with treason, according to the Zambia Daily Mail.
Sudanese Repair Roads by Hand to Aid Darfur Access
Residents in Sudan’s Darfur region are manually repairing a rugged road to improve emergency access, according to Al Jazeera.
Myanmar Military Regains Ground with Air Raids, Conscripts, China Support
The Myanmar military is regaining ground in border regions after a six-month assault that included more than 2,500 air strikes and a ground assault by roughly 1,000 troops, according to Al Jazeera.