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The Syrian Foreign Minister announced that the country is working to locate and prosecute senior officials of the fallen regime who were responsible for the use of chemical weapons against civilians. While memorial events are held across the country in memory of more than 1,400 victims, Damascus clarifies: "We will bring the perpetrators to justice."

A maritime mystery that lasted 118 years has come to an end: divers announced on August 10 that they had located off the Isle of Wight in southern England the remains of HMS Tiger, a military vessel of the British Royal Navy that sank in 1908. The disaster occurred following a collision with HMS Berwick, and more than half of the 57 crew members perished. The discovery came after five years of...

An investigation in The Atlantic reveals that Ukraine planned to disable Moscow airports with AI-powered drone swarms to pressure Vladimir Putin into a ceasefire.

German security services located two pistols and ammunition in a forest near Berlin, allegedly hidden by Russian intelligence. Authorities have launched an investigation into preparations for an assassination attempt, amid threats against opponents of Vladimir Putin and senior figures in the German arms industry.

Prince Harry and six other plaintiffs, including Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley, were ordered to pay an initial 9.5 million pounds to the publisher of the Daily Mail. This follows the court's ruling that they failed to prove the newspaper used illegal means to obtain information about them.

A photo published on Wednesday by the Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, during a visit to Iraq, created a storm when the caption "Persian Gulf" appeared in the background. The post was published after a meeting with his Iraqi counterpart, who responded with a photo of his own with the caption "Arabian Gulf". The embarrassing AI video, and the background to the confrontation: a deadline for the...

The former nurse who admitted to strangling her three children to death has become a viral hero. As the legal debate over postpartum psychosis nears a verdict, an unprecedented wave of support, including protest rallies, millions raised, and conspiracy theories, is rocking the United States.

About four years after a mysterious 400-year-old grave was discovered near the village of Pien in northern Poland, researchers are publishing the first systematic study on the young woman found inside, nicknamed 'Zosia'. The grave featured unusual measures: a padlock on her toe and a sickle over her neck, intended to prevent her from rising from the dead.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf warned that military power is insufficient to sustain the country if citizens are hungry and the economy is stagnant. The remarks come amid rising US economic pressure and President Masoud Pezeshkian's call to end the war.

Since early May, the US military has assisted 1,300 vessels in transporting over 660 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz. However, exact daily export figures remain a subject of debate.

Against the backdrop of increasing economic pressure, the Iranian president is trying to project confidence. Pezeshkian defended the agreement with the US and rejected claims of surrender, while admitting the difficulties that financial restrictions and the naval blockade pose for Tehran.

The Turkish Minister of Justice announced the initiation of criminal proceedings against dozens of Israelis, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The background for the demand: the events surrounding the interception of the "Sumud Flotilla" to the Gaza Strip.

Turkey has requested an Interpol 'Red Notice' against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing charges of 'genocide'. This move follows a July arrest warrant issued during a trial regarding a Gaza-bound flotilla.

Organizers of the Fuckparade, a long-standing techno event in Berlin, published a statement on the event's official Facebook page addressing Israel at length. "Hamas killed 411 people at the Nova festival and took 43 hostages, this is not a war of freedom." The 27th edition of the parade took place last Saturday, with thousands of people participating under the message "Against commercialization...

After more than a month without a public appearance, Melania Trump returned to the side of President Donald Trump in the White House Rose Garden. The return came during a week when American media were focused on Natalie Harp, the President's personal aide, and her close relationship with him.

A new report published in the United States presents a picture according to which Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tried to establish significant political influence for themselves after moving to California. According to the "New York Post", in 2020, Meghan asked to be considered as a candidate for the Senate seat that became vacant after Kamala Harris was elected Vice President. Later, it is...

On December 1, 1974, a TWA Boeing 727 crashed on the slope of Mount Weather in Virginia, about 25 nautical miles from Dulles International Airport near Washington. All 85 passengers and seven crew members on Flight 514 were killed. However, the fatal disaster soon became an even bigger story: the crash site drew public and media attention to a government facility.

The US Navy is considering naming the new aircraft carrier after the incumbent president — for the first time in history. In such a case, Donald Trump's name would replace the memory of a black sailor who became a hero during the World War II disaster.

Police used tear gas against migrants and punctured an inflatable boat. France claims to have thwarted 185 departure attempts in three months. Aid organizations warn that police activity increases the risk to the lives of asylum seekers.

The President of Slovenia denied any connection to Moscow. Her long-time friend, a Russian native, had traveled with her to the country several times in the past. The parliament demands an investigation into the possibility of Russian interference in the country's security and integrity.

Since the end of 2024, Kim Jong Un has been sending masses of soldiers to fight in Ukraine. Now, the number of soldiers from North Korea who will fight on Ukrainian soil is only increasing.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam visited a military base in Tyre and declared that the south must be under the exclusive authority of the state. Background: the dispute over Hezbollah's weapons, Israeli strikes, and the demand for an Israeli withdrawal.

2028 US Elections: A new poll shows Marco Rubio defeating Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with 48%, while J.D. Vance loses to Harris and shows weaker results in some scenarios. In the background, Donald Trump reportedly tends to support Vance as his political successor.

The Egyptian news site Cairo24 published a map related to the new matriculation program in Egypt, in which "Palestine" appears to the northeast of the country – without the name of Israel. The move is notable given that Egypt has maintained peace and diplomatic relations with Israel since 1979.

Former First Lady Jill Biden has reignited questions surrounding her husband Joe Biden's disastrous presidential debate against Donald Trump in June 2024. In a podcast interview, she said that doctors ruled out a stroke, but admitted she still does not know what caused his unusual behavior. When asked if someone might have put a substance in his drink, Biden replied: "Who knows? Who knows?"

The Trump administration has expanded sanctions against the International Criminal Court and blacklisted President Tomoko Akane, who helped issue warrants against Netanyahu and Putin. In Japan, they warn of damage to international law and relations with the US.

Nancy Kissinger accompanied her husband for decades on his diplomatic missions. The two were among the most prominent couples in political and social circles in the USA. She was known for her familiarity with international issues and her staunch defense of her husband's name.

Surprisingly, the US President gave an interview to Michael Cohen, who previously served as his lawyer but had a bitter falling out with him: "You and I have been through a pretty tough road together."

A Cessna 441 charter plane crashed near a remote radar site in western Alaska. There were two pilots and six passengers on board. The plane departed from Anchorage and was en route to Cape Newenham. The circumstances of the accident are still unknown.

Conor Kennedy, a scion of the American 'dynasty' and son of the Health Minister in the Trump administration—remembered for a romance with singer Taylor Swift—served in the Ukrainian army. Now, almost 4 years later, a Moscow court has declared him wanted and issued an arrest warrant for the offense of 'fighting as a mercenary.'

Iranian photojournalist Yalda Moaiery, who documented life under the terrorist regime in Tehran for over two decades, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. An Iranian court convicted her of "acting in the interests of the Zionist regime against national security." Moaiery, whose stories and photographs have appeared in international media, is now calling on the world: "Do not forget me."

The number of 18-year-olds in the US is shrinking due to a decline in birth rates, and enrollment in higher education institutions is expected to shrink by 13% by 2041. Contrary to expectations, the decrease in the number of young people will not necessarily make admission chances to desirable institutions easier.

In closed discussions, the Shin Bet warns that due to regulations making it difficult to compete in the elections at the end of November, Hamas is trying to create partnerships with Palestinian factions to undermine Fatah's rule.

Jon Ossoff insists he has no interest in the 2028 US presidential race, but the Senator from Georgia is already taking third place in party polls. From his childhood in a Jewish home in Atlanta, through his political breakthrough and rivalry with Donald Trump, to his complex position on Israel — the young politician who is emerging as a promise.

A 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck central Peru today, Thursday, reported the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). According to the center, the epicenter was at a depth of approximately 10 km. There are currently no reports of casualties or significant damage.

According to a report in the Jerusalem Post, the Trump administration intends to deny entry visas to New York to Abu Mazen and his senior officials again this year, despite mediation attempts by Erdogan; the PA Chairman is expected to address the UN General Assembly from Ramallah.

The FBI has thwarted a terrorist plot to bomb the New York State Capitol building in Albany and target lawmakers. The suspect, 35-year-old Jessica Bowie, allegedly swore allegiance to ISIS and planned the attack for weeks.

It is doubtful that there is anyone in the American administration who holds more titles than Tom Barrack: US Ambassador to Turkey, Special Envoy to Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. However, Barrack's most important title is not official — he is a close friend of President Donald Trump.

About 100 pastors and community leaders in Bolivia participated in a conference in support of Israel, the highlight of which was a prayer for the country's peace and prosperity delivered by an Aymara tribe leader in the ancient indigenous language, in the presence of Ambassador Gali Dagan.

About 20 young people from bereaved families and terror victims set out on an adventurous journey in the Black Canyon, which connected veterans of the "OneFamily" organization with new members who joined since October 7 - through fear, trust, teamwork, and a shared experience: "It gave us a moment to breathe."