World

According to reports in Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei has not met with government members since the attack in February and has not appeared in public since his appointment. Rumors of a deterioration in his condition are circulating in Tehran, but there is no official confirmation.

A student at a Bangkok school opened fire on campus. One teacher was killed and four people were wounded, including three students. Following a prolonged manhunt within the school grounds, the shooter took his own life.

New assessment in Washington: Russia may carry out a targeted attack against a member state of the alliance in the coming years. The concern arises against the backdrop of severe depletion of ammunition stocks following arms supplies to Ukraine and the war with Iran. According to the Wall Street Journal, Vladimir Putin could try to test the alliance's capabilities to attempt to gain an advantage...

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a vital material for semiconductors and solar panels. The order, which also sets minimum import prices, aims to protect American manufacturers and reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

The European Commission is in talks with the Spanish government regarding an additional aid package after approximately 72,000 migrants entered the city of Ceuta from Moroccan territory last week. The funds are expected to be used to strengthen border security and expand humanitarian and medical support for those remaining in the city.

The Turkish Foreign Minister accused Israel of an "occupying mentality" and called on the international community to pressure it to stop its activities in Syria. Gideon Sa'ar replied that Turkey itself violates Syria's sovereignty and clarified: "It will not happen."

The Democratic Party in the United States has been undergoing a dramatic change in recent years. If in the past candidates were required to win the backing of the party leadership and mainstream media outlets to break into the national arena, today more and more progressive candidates are building an independent power base through podcasts, YouTube channels, social networks, and live broadcasts...

Saudi Arabia claims that Iran, the Houthis, and Iraqi militias are preparing to attack the kingdom. In Riyadh, they threaten to respond to any threat, against the backdrop of preparations for an operation in Yemen and rising tensions in the Red Sea.

Robert Gilman, a 32-year-old American imprisoned in Russia since 2022, has been transferred to a psychiatric hospital in a catatonic-like state and is receiving fluids through a tube. His family claims he was tortured and injected with mind-altering substances, and the US is calling on Moscow to release him for fear his fate will mirror that of Otto Warmbier.

MS NOW reported on a temporary agreement between Oman and Iran to open new shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz without Tehran collecting fees. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump estimated that the fighting is nearing its end, stating he does not believe the Iranians can continue for much longer.

German media reported on Thursday that more than 100 people drowned in German waters in June alone, the highest figure in over 20 years. In total, at least 261 people have lost their lives in the first seven months of 2026, an increase of 15 compared to the same period last year.

While US President Donald Trump repeatedly threatens military action against Iran, CNN reported that he complained about leaks regarding the depletion of US ammunition stockpiles. The President dismissed these reports as "fake news," asserting that Washington possesses "enormous quantities" of munitions. The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament mocked the American leader's threats.

The US Senate Homeland Security Committee voted by a Republican majority to refer Dr. Anthony Fauci to the Department of Justice. The former head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases refused to answer questions regarding the COVID-19 crisis, invoking his Fifth Amendment rights.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked the contradictory messages from Washington: "'Massive attack coming. wait, never mind, they want to negotiate'". Ghalibaf attacked American pressure: "Using bullying and fake news is a failed strategy".

A Jerusalem Post investigation reveals a suspected bot network on X that boosted content from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Cyber experts claim IP addresses lead to the Mayor's Office, but the identity of the operators has not yet been proven.

A new bill in Tehran seeks to ban the passage of American and Israeli ships through the Strait of Hormuz and impose heavy fines on violators. The legislation taking shape in the Iranian parliament could ignite a new confrontation.

The plan being developed between Iran and Oman will allow Tehran to intervene in ship traffic and collect a toll for passage. Shipping companies warn that a transit fee could create a precedent that would undermine the rules of freedom of navigation in international straits.

The company Momo Global Marketing and Distribution (MAGASHA) has filed for bankruptcy due to debts exceeding 20 million shekels. The crisis is attributed to stricter US immigration policies and broader economic challenges.

Pyongyang toughens its tone against Japan and deepens aid to Russia. Pro-Palestinian candidate defeated an AIPAC candidate in Michigan. And the content creator murdered during a live broadcast in Mexico. Global Zoom.

Criminal organizations and guerrilla groups in Colombia are trying to send fighters to the Ukrainian front so they can learn to operate advanced explosive drones and use the knowledge against their country's army. After hundreds of aerial attacks and 15 soldiers killed, the government in Bogota is investing $1.6 billion in a "drone shield": "Security forces have completely lost their monopoly on...

North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile into the sea for the first time in over a month. Seoul raised its alert level, Japan and the United States condemned the act, against the backdrop of joint exercises and North Korean threats in response to Japan arming itself with Tomahawk missiles.

The Iranian opposition reports that pro-regime demonstrations are funded and not authentic. An opposition activist claims the regime has executed at least 908 people since the beginning of 2026.

The Washington Post claimed that the US President urged important donors to support his vice president as a candidate in the 2028 presidential election. It was also reported that Trump continued to ask his supporters whether Vance is preferable to Marco Rubio.

Tehran threatens to strike the oil, electricity, and water infrastructure of Gulf states if they do not pressure Donald Trump to stop the attacks and resume negotiations. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman are working to prevent regional escalation.

The AIPAC political committee tried to promote Representative Haley Stevens in the primaries, but El-Sayed, a harsh critic of Israel who supports a full arms embargo, won by a small margin and with only a relative majority.

A couple from Israel arrived at a restaurant in the town of Mazunte, Mexico. After they revealed their origin, the waitress began playing anti-Israel music, ignored them, and declared: "I don't want to serve murderers - get out of here." Subsequently, the cook threw food at them, and they were required to leave the premises. "We told her she doesn't know us at all, but there was no one to talk...

A Belgian family of five, who booked accommodation in Italy via Booking.com, discovered that the address provided was actually an insurance agency. An attempt to find a quick alternative on the same platform led them into a second scam. Over 120 families have already fallen victim to this fraud network.

Instead of enforcing international law, the US is negotiating the very freedom of navigation — and paying Iran with strategic concessions. The only way to neutralize the extortion: a diplomatic firewall, determined military enforcement, and an economic safety net.

The opposition leader in the Australian Capital Territory, Mark Parton, admitted to sending a message complaining about his job being "boring" during budget hearings, but denied it was sent to a sex worker. Parton refused to answer questions regarding the matter, claiming they are not of public interest, and stated he has no intention of resigning.

Oded Eilam, a former senior Mossad official, warned against taking the gloves off in Lebanon, but demanded to strike without restrictions any organization in the south of the country. Later, he attacked Donald Trump and his policy: "His corporations went bankrupt six times."

An explosive drone detected near Ukrainian planes at Leipzig Airport led to the closure of a runway and the diversion of flights. Germany is investigating a suspicion of planned sabotage by Russia, and the Interior Minister warns of a "new level of danger."

Melih Gugbakan, a Turkish citizen who worked as an Uber driver, was arrested in New Jersey after allegedly posing as a senior official close to Donald Trump, using AI-generated images, and charging $3,000 from investor visa applicants without ever submitting their applications.

Sheikh Hasina, ousted from power following mass protests and sentenced to death for crimes against humanity, announced her intention to return to Bangladesh despite the risk of arrest or death. A museum commemorating the uprising that led to her downfall has been inaugurated in Dhaka.

An unusual dust devil hit a children's sports competition in Dartford, UK, throwing equipment and volunteers into the air. The event was caught on camera, leaving behind damaged property but no serious injuries.

The second day of talks between Israel and Lebanon in Rome concluded earlier than planned yesterday following an explosion in the Majdal Zoun area and subsequent border escalation.

More than a week after the scheduled payment date for July salaries, millions of public sector employees, retirees, and welfare recipients in Iraq have yet to receive their wages. Senior officials admit that the liquidity crisis, exacerbated by the impact on oil revenues, makes it difficult for the government to meet its financial obligations.

A new report by the UN World Food Programme warns that the "El Niño" climate phenomenon could add 49 million people to the cycle of hunger, spike food prices, and exacerbate the crisis in 45 vulnerable countries.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani took the stage to speak at a police support event, but was forced to leave the stage in less than a minute following boos, insults, and loud protests from thousands of participants.

Donald Trump hoped that the Cuban regime would collapse by the midterm elections in November. The forecast did not materialize, and now the CIA is establishing a secret task force designed to increase pressure on Havana and undermine its leadership.

Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed declares he will oppose all military aid to Israel - including funding for the "Iron Dome", accuses Israel of "genocide" and stirs up a storm in the US following his victory in Michigan.