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The Trump administration has imposed sanctions against the President of the International Criminal Court, Tomoko Akane, escalating the confrontation with the institution. The move includes asset freezes and financial restrictions against the backdrop of arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant, as well as investigations into the US military.

FBI data reveals that 2025 was the third-worst year for anti-Jewish hate crimes: 1,528 incidents were directed against Jews, alongside assaults, murders, and hundreds of threats - a 21.2% decrease compared to 2024, but still an abnormal level.

FBI hate crime data for 2025 points to an exceptional and persistent scope of harm against Jews in the U.S.: despite making up only about 2% of the population, they were the target of 63% of all religion-based hate crimes. In some states, this figure reached 90% or more.

Sonia Bellina, a French TikTok creator with over 259,000 followers, went missing, causing concern for her family. Shortly after, she was found dead by a laborer on a French vineyard. The direction of the investigation has not yet been determined.

"One person is imprisoned, but fear creeps into millions of hearts," said Lev Shlosberg, one of the leaders of the only party in Russia that opposes the war in Ukraine.

The Pentagon is analyzing whether to rebuild American bases in the Persian Gulf damaged by Iranian attacks. Alternatives include shifting forces westward, including to Israel, despite US concerns regarding potential espionage.

Tom Barrack, the US envoy to Syria, claims that Israel bombed the runway at the Abu al-Duhur base last night, located just 70 km from Turkey. Israel maintains silence and claims it is not involved in the event. The Syrian Foreign Minister stated that nuclear material will remain under Syrian control, subject to IAEA guarantees. An Israeli source told Fox News that sensitive intelligence was shared...

In a conversation with N12, Somali MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib tells about the immense influence of Turkey in Somalia, which has become a scene of friction between Israel and Turkey.

The Syrian Foreign Minister stated: "It is our right to use nuclear energy for peaceful purposes." Overnight, Israel struck deep inside Syria, dozens of kilometers from the Turkish border.

US President Donald Trump shared a map of the Persian Gulf labeling the Strait of Hormuz as 'new American territory.' Iran continues to threaten that the strait will remain closed until US conditions are met.

Alexander Kromy and Marie Ebert, newlyweds from London, were killed on their honeymoon when the private helicopter transporting them to the island of Sifnos crashed meters from the landing pad. The pilot also died; reports indicate he had announced his intention to land before a 'mysterious radio silence' occurred.

Blood libel in the heart of the US capital: extremists turned the street opposite the Israeli embassy into a scene of incitement, including signs accusing Israel of murdering children and 'Israeli control over Washington'.

Following a series of incidents involving reports of violence, hostility, and refusal to provide service to Israeli tourists, an official appeal is being formulated by "Sawadi Club," a community of Thailand lovers in Israel, to tourism and government officials in Thailand. "In any case of inappropriate behavior, it must be handled fairly and firmly, according to the circumstances. However, this...

Army and police forces have taken to the streets in Malta in an unprecedented enforcement operation against tourists, including passport confiscation and deportation. Residents of the popular Sliema neighborhood clarify that even a military presence will not stop the anarchy as long as party boats, illegal alcohol, and pirate vacation apartments continue to take over the neighborhoods.

Greece has failed in its attempt to lure leading scientists back to their homeland following the trauma of the economic crisis. This comes after about half a million people left the country during the economic crisis that broke out in Greece in 2008.

The Iranian-backed militia in Yemen threatens to shut down operations in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait area, a critical transit point for global maritime trade.

The Russian Embassy in Israel said that the process of re-registering Russian ownership rights over the compound in the Old City of Jerusalem is in its final stages. Meanwhile, in Israel it is said that it is not possible to set an exact timetable for completing the process—which has been ongoing for about a decade.

Waseem Badia al-Assad, cousin of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, received a death sentence for murder, torture, and crimes committed during the civil war. He is in custody in Syria and was present in the courtroom during the sentencing, which was broadcast live.

A fraud and medical malpractice case is shaking the fertility industry in Northern Cyprus. The case involves at least 30 children born from mismatched donor material.

The Russian president's visit to Iturup, one of the four islands Tokyo demands be returned, sparked an exchange of protests between the countries. Japan criticized the move, Moscow summoned the ambassador, and Sergey Lavrov accused Tokyo of having "crossed the line of good taste."

World press headlines: The meeting between Jared Kushner and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem ended with little progress, the war in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a rise in piracy off the coast of Somalia, and experts are assessing the long-term consequences of high oil prices through 2027.

New testimonies reveal the dire situation within the terrorist organization: Lebanese residents report that Hezbollah is struggling to survive as funds run dry and promised compensation for damaged homes remains unpaid. Lina, a resident of the Bekaa region, stated that she has given up on receiving the promised funds and will have to cover repair costs herself.

An adult hippopotamus was spotted over the weekend roaming through the city of Barrancabermeja. The animal was documented on August 10 near the General Córdoba school, as well as in the El Limonar and Cincuentenario neighborhoods. Local authorities have warned that this first-ever urban sighting poses an immediate threat to public safety.

41-year-old Katya Grossa entered a home sauna in Australia, unaware the space had filled with gas. When she attempted to relight the stove, a massive explosion occurred, leaving her engulfed in flames. Despite severe burns, she managed to crawl to safety.

Internet personality Dan Bilzerian launched an antisemitic campaign against Congressman Randy Fine, using slurs and Nazi-era rhetoric. The video included a provocative question: "Should we re-examine the views of the Austrian painter?"

An investigation published in the British 'Telegraph' deals with one of the central goals of the Islamic defense alliance, of which Saudi Arabia is a key member.

Senator Jon Ossoff from Georgia has opened a front against Donald Trump and his close personal aide, Natalie Harp. According to him, the US President "does not want to do the job; he only wants to build his ballroom and travel."

Earthquakes have become almost routine as natural disasters strike different regions around the world every day. This time it was in Mexico, where a 5.7 magnitude tremor was felt.

The President launched another attack against a journalist who asked him a question, and the official White House account added its own venomous comment.

From YouTube and Spotify to X and Apple Music, low-quality AI content is flooding the web on a massive scale. Now, tech giants are deleting millions of items, attempting to curb a phenomenon they themselves helped create.

Liberal Party chair Simona Mohamsson arrived at a studio in Sweden wearing a Star of David pendant. She later shared the moving reason behind it.

A military plane, a "personal" visit, and unusual involvement in campaigns: Pete Hegseth's recent moves are raising one question in the US – what exactly is he planning for the day after Trump?

One of the most sought-after air defense systems in the world stands almost idle in Ukraine just when it is needed more than ever. In a report published today (Tuesday) by CNN, a Patriot system was revealed for the first time on Ukrainian soil, with its 16 launch canisters empty of interceptors. Crew members said the shortage has reached a point where Russian ballistic missiles fly over them, and...

The naval blockade imposed by the United States on Iran is beginning to hit one of the regime's main vulnerabilities. According to a report published on Tuesday in the New York Post, Iran's oil exports have plummeted to near zero, and recent satellite imagery indicates little to no activity around the main oil terminal on Kharg Island. Miad Malki, a former senior official at the U.S. Treasury...

The presidents of Turkey and the United States spoke tonight. Erdogan returned to attacking Israel, while Donald Trump provided support for a move that raises particular concerns on the Israeli side.

The US President has received a significant honor as Palm Beach International Airport in Florida officially adopts his name. Digital systems and the airport identifier have been fully updated.

A new study by the ADL's Center for Combating Antisemitism reveals that an organized network of lecturers at leading US universities has turned classrooms into a scene of antisemitic abuse.

A Reuters and Ipsos poll shows an unprecedented low in support for the president against the backdrop of the ongoing fighting in the Gulf, the surge in fuel prices, and fears of a prolonged entanglement. Only 33% said they are satisfied with his performance, about 80% believe the conflict will not end soon, and ahead of the midterm elections, the Democrats are taking the lead on issues of economy...

Ankara seeks to include Egypt in a new defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, but Cairo is leveraging this rapprochement to promote investments, a Turkish industrial zone in the Suez Canal, and an increase in bilateral trade to $15 billion.

US President Donald Trump addressed the possibility of declaring the Strait of Hormuz as US territory, calling it an "excellent idea" amidst the chaos in Iran. He also highlighted the effectiveness of the naval blockade and threatened Oman with severe consequences if they interfere.