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Former Syrian Kurdish Commander Mazloum Abdi to Serve as Presidential Advisor
Former SDF commander Mazloum Abdi will relocate to Damascus after being appointed as an advisor to Syria's acting President Ahmed al-Sharaa, focusing on the Kurdish minority portfolio.

Houthi Offensive in Yemen Kills 129 in Push for Red Sea Coast
At least 129 people have been killed in Yemen since Thursday during a major Houthi offensive. The Iran-backed group is targeting coastal areas near the strategic Bab al-Mandab strait.

Sydney Faces Extreme Fire Danger as Rare Heatwave Grips Australia
Sydney authorities have declared a total fire ban as an unseasonably hot heatwave, driven by El Niño, pushes temperatures 13 degrees Celsius above average, raising wildfire risks.

Pentagon Subjects 50 Joint Staff Members to Polygraphs Over Ammo Leak
The US Department of Defense forced about 50 Joint Staff personnel to undergo lie detector tests following media reports on depleted American ammunition stockpiles amid ongoing tensions with Iran.

Explosion at Bolivia Military Base Kills Up to 15 People
A powerful explosion at a military warehouse in Viacha, western Bolivia, has left between 10 and 15 people dead. At least 58 others were injured, including six military personnel and 52 civilians.

UN General Assembly Adopts Resolution to Correct World Map Proportions
The UN General Assembly approved the 'Correct the Map' resolution, promoting equal-area projections like Equal Earth. The United States was the sole country to vote against the non-binding initiative.

US Justice Department Declares Antisemitism a National Crisis
Assistant Attorney General Harmit Dhillon labeled the rise of antisemitism in the US a national crisis. The DOJ is investigating over 100 educational institutions and has reached settlements worth nearly $500 million.

"I want to die": Armed man shot dead by police on Brooklyn Bridge
A man climbed the cables of the Brooklyn Bridge, engaging in a nearly hour-long standoff with emergency services. Officers were forced to tether themselves to the cables, limiting their mobility. During the incident, the man claimed to have a bomb before brandishing a knife at police.

Trump: "We see everything happening on the Mountain of Sorcery - we may strike very soon"
The US President reiterated his commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and claimed that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is stable after the US removed the naval mines. According to him, the Iranians have not been firing at targets in the region since the American attack.

"Too long" funeral and a commissioned article: Storm around Senator John Fetterman
A Wall Street Journal investigation revealed that John Fetterman, known as one of Israel's biggest supporters in the Senate, agreed to write an article based on points he would receive from the Israeli ambassador in Washington. Fetterman's staff decided not to pass the materials to him for fear of violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act. In another incident, Fetterman refused to attend the...

"We know who you are": The American move against Turkish aid to Iran
The US Department of the Treasury has added three Turkish financial institutions to its sanctions list. The move involves freezing their assets within US jurisdiction and prohibiting US citizens and companies from conducting business with them.

After prolonged detention: son of Muslim Brotherhood leader receives pardon
Activist Abd al-Rahman al-Qaradawi was extradited to the UAE after attacking the country on social media. After about a year and eight months and a conviction for incitement, he is expected to be released.

Iran responds with a jab at the Jordanian Foreign Minister: "How long were we supposed to wait?"
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi accused Iran of attacking Jordan and countries in the region just two hours after the start of the war. Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi rejected the claims, citing violations of sovereignty.

Death toll rises to 80 on migrant boat that drifted in the Atlantic Ocean
44 survivors were rescued off the coast of the Canary Islands, including three in critical condition who were evacuated by helicopter. The boat, carrying more than 100 people, departed from Gambia on August 7 and lost its way. The President of the Canary Islands stated: "The Atlantic continues to be a route of death."

Migrant detention and the 'build the wall' challenge: Tetris and Snake, Trump version
The White House website has launched a video game section called 'Arcade', designed to promote the administration's policies in an interactive way. Among the games: collecting flying bills to 'fill' children's accounts and a game inspired by 'Flappy Bird', where an eagle carries a bill over the National Mall in Washington.

Drama at Fox News: Senior anchor fired after leaking secret directive to the White House
The American news network suddenly announced the immediate termination of its contract with journalist Maria Bartiromo and removed her name from the website. According to reports in the US, the move follows an incident in which she passed a screenshot of an internal network directive regarding the nature of its coverage of President Donald Trump to him. The network refused to deny the claims.

Report: South Korea prepares to send military forces to the Strait of Hormuz
South Korean media report that the government is preparing a proposal to be brought before parliament to send military assets to the Strait of Hormuz before the end of the year, alongside contacts with the USA, UK, and France. Options being examined: deployment of patrol aircraft, a support ship, or a mine-clearing unit.

Vance: 'Tucker Carlson is a friend - we have disagreements'
The US Vice President defends the conservative podcaster. 'Carlson and I are friends, and obviously he has said things I disagree with.' Vance: 'I'm not dodging anything.' The remarks were made against the backdrop of Carlson's sharp criticism of Israel.

For the first time since World War II: The record broken by the Italian Prime Minister
Giorgia Meloni breaks a record: with 1,413 days in power, this is the most stable Italian government since World War II. Support for Ukraine and ties with Donald Trump have strengthened her status globally. Voters will decide if political stability has translated into achievements.

Mandatory testosterone tests: Pete Hegseth's move to strengthen American troops
The US Department of Defense is implementing mandatory testosterone testing for service members. The initiative aims to optimize soldiers' physical health, though experts warn of the risks of unnecessary medical intervention.

Storm in Germany: Chinese criminals posed as descendants of Holocaust survivors
A Der Spiegel investigation has uncovered a scheme in which dozens of Chinese nationals are suspected of forging Jewish roots to obtain German citizenship. At least 16 individuals have already received German passports by exploiting the life stories of actual Holocaust victims.

Escalation in Europe: Another act of sabotage in Germany and assassination attempt on a Russian general
Molotov cocktails were thrown overnight at a construction site near the headquarters of Rohde & Schwarz in Munich; two suspects have been arrested. This is the third such incident in Germany this week. Meanwhile, in Russia, the commander of the 22nd Heavy Bomber Aviation Division, General Nikolai Varfolomeyev, was shot and critically wounded by a motorcyclist.

Suspected arson attack in Belgium: Unknown assailants attacked an Israeli-owned defense plant | Documentation
Fires were set at three locations at the BATS complex, a subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) that supplies radars to NATO and the Belgian army. An anonymous group claimed responsibility and threatened to "turn the company to ash." The Belgian Minister of Defense blamed the far-left: "Violence is increasing every day."

France broke records: "The hottest summer ever"
Minister of Ecological Transition Agnès Pannier-Runacher announced that France experienced the hottest summer since records began in 1900. Météo-France links the extreme heat to climate change, noting a five-degree gap compared to the late 19th century.

"Secret hints": American officials against the Lebanese Parliament Speaker
In the US, dissatisfaction with Nabih Berri is deepening. According to the sources, the Shiite politician criticizes negotiations with Israel, but secretly hints to American officials about his support for the process. "Lebanon cannot make decisions because of this political ambiguity," the sources warned.

Caught on security cameras: Serial 'butt sniffer' arrested in California
A 39-year-old man was arrested in California after being filmed in stores bending down behind customers and attempting to sniff them. It has emerged that he is a serial offender with a history of similar incidents. The suspect is currently in custody without the possibility of bail.

"The end of days may arrive within months": Vance's unusual interview
The US Vice President said he would not be surprised if the Antichrist is already walking among us, described the use of artificial intelligence as "pretty satanic," and spoke of a "spiritual darkness" he felt during meetings with world leaders. Regarding the image in which Donald Trump was depicted as Jesus: "He didn't mean to offend - he has a sense of humor."

Senior Jewish official to community voters: "We must sacrifice our safety for the sake of humanity"
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sparked intense criticism after claiming in a speech to Jewish Democrats that the world's needs should be placed above the survival of the Jewish people. The remarks were made just one day after she announced she had missed the party convention due to fears of antisemitism. Nessel compared the current situation to the Book of Esther and argued that the...

Horror in the UK: A fox entered a house and bit a baby while she was sleeping
A young fox broke into a family home in Watford through a door left open for ventilation and went upstairs. The mother, who woke up, found the baby bleeding in bed and called for urgent medical help.

Shocking abuse in Japan: High school employee arrested on suspicion of torturing and killing dozens of hamsters
A high school employee in the city of Miyako and two women were arrested on suspicion of conducting a shocking campaign of killing and torturing about 50 hamsters. Investigators uncovered graphic videos and correspondence on the suspect's mobile phone in which they planned the acts and carried them out in "love hotels."

Trump happy that Harry and Meghan left the USA - and attacks: "Lack of respect"
The President addressed in the Oval Office the decision of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to leave California and return to the UK at the end of last month. Trump sharply criticized their conduct toward the British royal family: "If I were the royal family, I would not have taken them back."

"One of the smartest people I've met": The Israeli embrace for Vice President Vance
Israel's Ambassador to Washington Yehiel Leiter and former minister Ron Dermer heaped praise on Vice President J.D. Vance, presenting him as a supporter of Israel. The public embrace comes after months of controversial statements by Vance, which sparked criticism among Israel supporters in the US.

How much will it cost me in 'Trumps'? The historic move in the United States gets underway
The US Mint is launching a gold-colored one-dollar coin in honor of the 250th anniversary of the USA, bearing the president's image. The coin will serve as legal tender for all purposes. The move was made possible despite regulations stating that only deceased individuals are permitted to appear on coins.

In Iraq, there are fears: will the militias join the confrontation between the US and Iran?
Members of parliament warn that the renewal of attacks against American targets could trigger a response and open a new front on Iraqi soil. "Any escalation will have direct consequences for the internal situation."

In the heart of Kyiv: shootout between military intelligence personnel and the SBU
An unusual incident occurred in the Ukrainian capital following the arrest of a Russian opposition fighter suspected of ties to Moscow's intelligence services. Volodymyr Zelensky ordered both sides to lay down their arms and open an investigation into the incident.

Without mentioning Israel, Erdogan reacts to the deal with Greece: "It is a mistake to think we are weak"
The President of Turkey sent a threatening message following the agreement to purchase an Israeli air defense system for Greece: "What is required of us? To do what is necessary."

"A Mountain of Evidence": Charlie Kirk's killer to be charged with aggravated murder
Tyler Robinson, 23, is accused of shooting and killing the conservative activist at an event at Utah Valley University last year. The judge rejected the defense's request to dismiss the case or remove the death penalty from the table. The prosecution argues that firing into a crowd of more than 3,000 people created a real risk of death for others.

Five months after giving birth: Stabbed to death in Times Square
The suspect, Pamela Cisneros, 49, attacked another person before being shot to death by police. Authorities are still investigating the motives behind the attack, which initially appeared to be random.

The mystery of the 673 diamonds: a dramatic manhunt for the suspects in the great Vienna robbery
Two suspects entered the museum during opening hours, smashed the display case with a hammer, and fled with a 200-carat necklace adorned with 673 diamonds. The police released their photos and are conducting a manhunt for them.

At the peak of the attacks: A vehicle sped into a crowd of Iranian regime supporters
Against the backdrop of the exchange of fire, an Iranian online activist published footage showing a vehicle crashing into a gathering of regime supporters and Basij members. While online claims of a deliberate ramming are circulating, the regime maintains it was an accident caused by a driver in an impaired state.