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The storm surrounding the change in childhood vaccination policy in the United States has reached the World Health Organization. Following the executive order signed by US President Donald Trump, the organization defended the way vaccination schedules are determined and emphasized that existing recommendations are based on more than six decades of scientific research.

Standard flight procedures in Europe have become more complex due to the new EES border control system. Technical glitches and staffing shortages are causing unpredictable queues, putting travelers at risk of missing flights. Here is how to prepare for your trip to minimize risks.

According to a report in "Aram News", Washington has offered Tehran a monthly outline: opening the Strait of Hormuz to free navigation without fees in exchange for easing the blockade, releasing funds, or easing sanctions. Pakistan is mediating in an attempt to turn the proposal into a temporary arrangement.

Poland continues its arms race: 96 Apache helicopters, the largest service center of its kind in Europe, and an investment of about 10 billion dollars. Donald Tusk clarifies that the goal is to build the most modern army on the continent — without sparing any expense.

Farah Ahmed, who previously admitted to being a member of the Islamist organization, was appointed last year as a lecturer and researcher at the Faculty of Education in Cambridge. The exposure joins a series of affairs that raise criticism of the university and its recruitment policy.

Paramount Studios may begin leaving its legendary home as early as October. A federal lawsuit claims the merger will grant the company monopoly power in the film distribution and cable television market.

In an interview with "Asharq Al-Awsat", Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detailed the joint defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, presenting it as a move to bolster regional stability while criticizing Israeli policy.

A forecast for heavy rains that will bring hundreds of millimeters of rain led to mass evacuations in the Chinese capital. Hundreds of bus and metro lines stopped operating, and teams were sent to mountainous areas to respond to landslides.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement under which an attack on one of them would be considered an attack on all, but Egypt did not join. Conflicting reports present two versions of the reason.

Tomer Eyal and his partner Alain were walking on Friday at the Sherwood adventure park north of Paris when a group of teenagers hurled homophobic slurs at them. Shortly after, about eight of them surrounded and beat them. "Some of them had sticks, for a long time no one came to help."

Sofia Murillo, a 17-year-old Colombian influencer with more than 250,000 followers, died in a helicopter crash during a family vacation in Rio de Janeiro. Along with her, her 37-year-old mother, 59-year-old grandmother, and the pilot were killed. The four had set out on a tourist flight of about 20 minutes over the city's famous sites.

US allies are watching with concern the controversy surrounding the 15-point plan for the Gaza Strip, fearing its implications for American diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.

In the last week, tens of thousands of migrants crossed the border from Morocco to Ceuta, the Spanish enclave in North Africa. From Yemen and Sudan to Nablus, everyone is trying to reach the continent by any means, swimming for kilometers or climbing fences. A glimpse into the impossible reality at the meeting point between Africa and Europe, where parents send their children into the water alone...

The United States reports significant progress in negotiations between Israel and Lebanon following technical talks in Rome. The parties have finalized operational standards for pilot zones in southern Lebanon.

Beijing announced it will hold a joint navigation exercise with an Indonesian warship in mid-August east of Taiwan. Taipei claims this is a provocation designed to create an appearance of Chinese authority in the region.

The good luck streak of the New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani is now meeting reality, and he is dealing with dissatisfaction in his political environment, against the city's economic elite - and also against the Jewish community.

US Vice President J.D. Vance demanded that Volodymyr Zelensky cease offensive operations against oil tankers in the Black Sea. The move aims to prevent shocks to global energy markets and protect American economic interests.

A New York Times investigation claims that US interceptor stockpiles are running low, while Iran's combat capabilities are becoming more sophisticated. Iran drew inspiration from Russian tactics, and the results are visible on the ground.

Democratic Congresswoman from Minnesota Ilhan Omar secured her party's nomination on the way to another term in the House of Representatives. Very tight races were also recorded in the states of Connecticut and Wisconsin.

Directors of Jewish schools in the UK are forced to dedicate significant time to student security, sometimes at the expense of education, according to a government review. In the first half of 2026, 178 antisemitic incidents related to schools were documented—a 59% increase in one year.

According to a report by the American media outlet Politico, diplomats warn that the Israeli Prime Minister's refusal of the 15-point plan could damage trust in the Peace Council and the American President's ability to exert influence. The concern is that the Trump administration has lost its leverage and is unable to influence Israel and other actors in the Middle East.

US President Donald Trump provided a series of intriguing statements last night, confirming for the first time the details of the secret operation intended to extract him from Turkey, addressing the possibility of running for president again in 2028, and sending sharp messages to Iran.

Amid rising antisemitism in New York, a group of rabbis met with Mayor Zoran Mamdani to protest his anti-Israel rhetoric. Participants warned that the mayor's public statements are creating a climate of vulnerability for the city's Jewish community.

Turkey is expanding its involvement in Lebanon with the quiet consent of Trump, who sees it as a counterweight to Israel. The move includes understandings with Hezbollah, mediation with Syria, the promotion of energy projects, and the possibility of deploying Turkish forces in southern Lebanon instead of UNIFIL.

Exactly one month after the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, his sister Darlene Graham-Nordon has advanced to the runoff in the South Carolina Republican primary. She now faces a battle against Freedom Caucus member Ralph Norman.

In a conversation with reporters outside his plane, the President claimed that the United States has absolute control over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also addressed the plane-switching incident, stating it was a decision made by the Secret Service, and noted that he faces numerous threats.

Israeli Ambassador to Germany Ron Prosor has become the first foreign envoy to publicly endorse Germany's bid to host the Olympic Games. In a video message, he emphasized that the relationship between Israel and Germany demonstrates how trust and friendship can flourish from historical responsibility.

Former President Hugo Chavez severed relations following Operation Cast Lead, leading to years of stagnation. The change of government in Caracas created an opportunity that was utilized with the arrival of the aid delegation following the earthquake. Now, a decision has been made to send an additional delegation regarding energy and to activate consular services between the countries.

A month after the death of the veteran senator, Republicans in South Carolina return to the polls for unusual primaries. His sister Darlene, who was temporarily appointed to his seat and received the president's support, presents herself as an outsider: "I am not a politician and not a millionaire." Facing her are 2 congressmen and a former governor.

Iran is demanding surrender terms - but the US president is not yet returning to explicit escalation threats, claiming that it is possible to "go with the flow" until the siege and sanctions bring victory: "I control their money, I am their banker!". In the background: the currency is at a low, the economy is shrinking at the largest scale in 38 years - and the "misery index" that combines...

After 4 years in a Russian prison, Putin granted a 'humanitarian pardon' to US Marine veteran Robert Gilman, whom his family warned just days ago had been transferred to a hospital in a catatonic-like state and could be on the verge of death. US officials report that he is now on a plane on his way to the US: 'talking and walking'. It is unclear if Russia received anything in return for the...

Israel and Venezuela have agreed to renew consular relations following talks between Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Félix Plasencia. A new coordination mechanism will be established to provide consular services to citizens of both nations.

Peter Magyar's liberal reform in Hungary continues: 14 years after the Orban government forced Andras Baka to resign as President of the Supreme Court amid his criticism of the PM's reforms, the parliament has elected him as President of the country. In his inauguration speech, he called not to act out of revenge: "We have no common future if we see each other as enemies."

Anat from central Israel and her friends fell victim to a financial scam after searching for accommodation on Booking and being referred to the owner's email. The "property manager" instructed her to make a bank transfer of 1,540 euros. Upon arrival in Rhodes, the group discovered that a local family lived at the address and they were left with nowhere to stay in 40-degree heat.

Rama Dawaji, the wife of New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani, is expected to visit Syria and Lebanon. The Mayor's office claimed that the police recommended an escort, but the NYPD denied this and clarified that it would not send officers on a private trip.

Paul Biya has ruled Cameroon since 1982. At 93, amid corruption allegations, he won an eighth consecutive term, only to fly to Switzerland for a "short stay" and fail to return. The opposition demands answers, claiming the country is being run by a shadow elite while the leader clings to power.

The player, a high school student from Arkansas, practiced for about an hour while a cottonmouth snake about 60 centimeters long was hiding inside his helmet. Only after the teenager began to feel something moving near his head did he approach the coaches and ask them to check the helmet.

According to The Wall Street Journal, US forces fired a missile at the rudder of the ship "Vela Nova" in the Gulf of Oman after its crew ignored warnings. A fire broke out on deck and was extinguished. There are no casualties among the 17 crew members.

Family members hope that Meli and Liel, a mother and daughter who are missing in Vienna, will show up today at the airport ahead of their flight back to Israel. Elinor, Meli's sister, said: "They sent photos on Wednesday, she messaged me privately on Thursday and photos on Friday"

120 teenagers from across the USA are competing in Ohio for scholarships totaling $250,000 in an event supported by the White House. The structure, featuring representatives from every state competing before a national audience, has drawn comparisons to "The Hunger Games," albeit without the lethal stakes. Donald Trump, who conceived the idea, will arrive to watch the final stages.