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[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [EG] [IL] [QA] [TR] Gaza ceasefire: Hamas approves second-phase roadmap

Jared Kushner meets Netanyahu to advance Gaza peace roadmap

US envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt and Prime Minister Netanyahu in Israel to advance a Gaza peace plan, facing resistance from Israel over the timing of military withdrawal and Hamas's role.

11 minutes ago 193 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [PK] [OM] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

US-Iran peace memorandum expires without final agreement

The 60-day US-Iran memorandum of understanding expired on August 17, 2026, without a final peace deal. Disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and maritime security have left the conflict unresolved.

about 5 hours ago 243 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [IR] [US] [OM] Iran-US military and diplomatic tensions

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers

Iran's Army chief Amir Hatami announced a $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing U.S. soldiers, doubling the reward for women, amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

11 minutes ago 203 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] US-Iran diplomatic and maritime standoff

Trump claims intent to declare Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory following the defeat of Iran, a claim Tehran rejected as a violation of sovereignty.

about 10 hours ago 635 sources

[HEALTH] FAST-MOVING [CD] [UG] [DE] [FR] DRC Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in country's history

DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in national history

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths and 4,945 cases involving the rare Bundibugyo strain.

33 minutes ago 130 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [CO] [MX] [AR] Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and heritage damage

Colombia earthquake causes massive destruction and national emergency

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has caused hundreds of deaths and massive infrastructure damage. The government has declared a national emergency and launched the ‘Fondo Milagro’ for reconstruction.

3 days ago 1222 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [CO] [US] [IL] [EC] [CL] Colombia earthquake and reconstruction efforts

Colombia earthquake leaves 294 dead and hundreds missing

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed 294 people and left 320 missing. Massive infrastructure damage is reported, prompting $200 million in World Bank aid and international rescue efforts.

about 20 hours ago 332 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [EG] [IL] [PS] [QA] [TR] Gaza ceasefire: Hamas approves second-phase roadmap

Jared Kushner meets Hamas in Egypt to advance Gaza peace plan

US envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders and Egyptian President al-Sisi to push a 15-point Gaza peace plan. Hamas supports the roadmap, but Benjamin Netanyahu rejects it, demanding full disarmament first.

about 20 hours ago 220 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [OM] [IR] [US] Iran faces U.S. economic isolation and maritime blockade

Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Strait of Hormuz negotiations

President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if it obstructs US efforts regarding the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran and Oman negotiate a separate maritime transit agreement.

11 minutes ago 55 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [GB] [DE] [FR] [RO] [HU] Europe heatwave and drought cause deaths, spur summit

Europe faces extreme heat, drought, and river shortages

Europe is battling a severe heatwave and drought, causing over 16,000 deaths, widespread wildfires, and critical low water levels on the Rhine and Danube that disrupt fuel and construction logistics.

about 3 hours ago 107 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [CO] Colombia earthquake: Reconstruction and heritage damage

Colombia earthquake strikes Chocó, causing mass casualties and state of emergency

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, centered in Chocó. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, widespread building collapses, and prompted a national state of emergency.

6 days ago 1463 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [AF] Humanitarian and human rights crisis in Taliban-led AF

Afghanistan: Five years of Taliban rule and women's rights crisis

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan faces a severe women's rights crisis and humanitarian emergency, with millions of girls denied education and local women's organizations facing closure due to funding.

about 24 hours ago 185 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] [IR] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

Iran threatens offensive military action as peace deal expires

Iran is shifting to an offensive military strategy and has threatened a precise attack to break the U.S. naval blockade if Washington fails to implement an interim peace deal within weeks.

25 minutes ago 24 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IR] [US] [IL]

Iran faces economic collapse amid war and political upheaval

Iran faces economic collapse and political instability following a five-month war with the US and Israel, the death of Ayatollah Khamenei, and violent suppression of nationwide protests.

2 days ago 5 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [OM] [PK] [QA] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

Strait of Hormuz: US claims control amid Iran blockade and maritime attacks

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint as the U.S. claims full control while Iran maintains a blockade. Recent maritime attacks and reduced shipping traffic have driven up global oil prices.

4 days ago 482 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] DRC Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in country's history

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo expands to six provinces

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly across six provinces, killing one person every 30 minutes. The UN has released $30.5 million to support the response.

1 day ago 86 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SA] [TR] [PK] [EG] [IR]

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a mutual defense pact providing collective deterrence similar to NATO's Article 5 to reduce regional reliance on the U.S.

1 day ago 73 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [IL] [JO] [LB] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

Iran maintains missile capabilities despite U.S. and Israeli strikes

Following a U.S. and Israeli strike that killed Iran's Supreme Leader, Iran has replenished its missile capabilities and launched retaliatory strikes, threatening global oil stability and regional security.

about 1 hour ago 2 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [HR] [IT] [SI] [DE] Gospić environmental contamination and waste crisis

Gospić environmental crisis: 37,000 tons of illegal waste discovered

An environmental crisis in Gospić, Croatia, has been triggered by the discovery of 37,000 tons of illegally dumped hazardous waste, causing soil and groundwater contamination including PFAS.

31 minutes ago 40 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade and economic isolation

United States intensifies economic and naval pressure on Iran

The U.S. is escalating economic and maritime pressure on Iran, threatening unprecedented isolation and an indefinite naval blockade to force compliance with Washington's terms.

about 14 hours ago 122 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [ID] Indonesia seismic activity: June–August 2026

Flores, Indonesia earthquake kills at least 51 and displaces thousands

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, killing at least 51 people and displacing over 5,000 residents. Extensive damage to homes and public infrastructure has been reported.

about 10 hours ago 1103 sources

[TECHNOLOGY] [US] Meta faces federal trial over youth mental health claims

Meta faces federal trial over child addiction and privacy claims

Meta faces a major federal trial in California as US states sue over claims that Facebook and Instagram are designed to be addictive to children and violate their privacy.

about 6 hours ago 30 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [BR] [PE] [AR] [CL] Brazil climate response to Super El Niño

El Niño intensifies with 69% chance of becoming a historic event

NOAA and Berkeley Earth report a powerful El Niño is intensifying, with a 69% chance of being a historic event and a high probability of making 2026 the hottest year on record.

2 days ago 71 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SY] [RU] Syrian judiciary sentencing of Bashar al-Assad

Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death by Syrian court

A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes. His brother Maher and cousin Atef Najib also received death sentences.

4 days ago 263 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [IL] [YE] [IQ] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

Iran prepares secret plan to escalate conflict with US and Israel

Iran is reportedly preparing a secret plan to escalate conflict with the US and Israel, viewing recent peace agreements as tactical delays while increasing military production and IRGC control.

about 1 hour ago 17 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] [KR] [KP] [IR] US military policy shifts in Asia and Middle East

Trump orders reduction of US-South Korea military exercises

Donald Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in U.S. participation in joint military exercises with South Korea, citing high costs and a desire to maintain a positive relationship with Kim Jong Un.

26 minutes ago 432 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [OM] US-Iran conflict and Hormuz corridor talks Aug 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Iran and U.S. clash over maritime access and reparations

Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without the lifting of sanctions and war reparations, prompting President Trump to demand compensation for decades of Iranian-linked damages and casualties.

6 days ago 803 sources

[BUSINESS] [US] Meta content and advertising scrutiny in Australia

Meta faces landmark trial over teen mental health and addictive platform design

Meta faces a landmark federal trial in California over allegations that Facebook and Instagram were designed to be addictive to minors, potentially facing up to $1.4 trillion in damages.

42 minutes ago 10 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] DRC Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in country's history

DR Congo Ebola outbreak threatens to become deadliest on record

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at record speeds, with over 2,000 deaths and 4,400 cases reported as it threatens to become the deadliest in history.

4 days ago 123 sources

[TECHNOLOGY] [PL] Cyberattacks targeting Polish infrastructure and services

MyDr cyberattack exposes data of 18.8 million people in Poland

A cyberattack on MyDr software has potentially exposed the medical and personal data of 18.8 million people in Poland, prompting government warnings to block PESEL numbers to prevent identity theft.

about 1 hour ago 12 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [MD] [RS] [BA] [UA] [RU] Russia-Ukraine conflict and regional destabilization

Russia targets Moldova to destabilize NATO and EU by 2026

Russia is reportedly executing a strategic plan to destabilize Moldova and weaken NATO and the EU by 2026 through hybrid warfare, vote-buying, and paramilitary training in Serbia and Bosnia.

1 day ago 31 sources

[POLITICS] [TR] Turkey passes National Solidarity law amid criticism

Turkey passes landmark law to advance 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative

Turkey's Parliament has passed a landmark law aimed at achieving a 'Terror-free Turkey' by allowing potential sentence suspensions for certain PKK members if the group disarms and dissolves.

5 days ago 241 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [CO] [US] [VE] Colombia earthquake and reconstruction efforts

Colombia earthquake: 289 dead and President seeks U.S. tariff relief

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 289 people and left thousands injured. President de la Espriella has requested U.S. tariff relief to aid national reconstruction efforts.

28 minutes ago 310 sources

[BUSINESS] [US] [IR] [OM] [AE] [SA] US-Iran conflict: expired truce and maritime escalation

Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic drops following tanker attacks

Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has dropped significantly following tanker attacks, though US officials maintain that oil flows remain steady despite heightened geopolitical tensions and stalled US-led

41 minutes ago 16 sources

[TECHNOLOGY] [PL] Cyberattacks targeting Polish infrastructure and services

MyDr cyberattack leaks medical data of nearly 19 million Poles

A major cyberattack on medical software provider MyDr has leaked sensitive data of nearly 19 million Poles, including PESEL numbers and medical records, prompting urgent government warnings to freeze PESEL IDs.

3 days ago 65 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [HU] [PL] [BA] Fatal Polish pilgrim bus accident in Hungary

Hungary bus crash kills 12 Polish pilgrims on M3 motorway

A Polish tourist bus crashed on Hungary's M3 motorway, killing 12 pilgrims returning from Medjugorje and injuring dozens more. Authorities suspect the driver fell asleep.

about 3 hours ago 307 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IL] [US] [PS] Israeli infrastructure plans and political stance in Gaza

Netanyahu rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan

Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Donald Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, insisting that the Israeli military will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely and completely disarmed.

6 days ago 561 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [BE] [DE] [CZ] [SE] [NL] Western Europe drought and escalating wildfires

Hautes Fagnes wildfire burns 3,000 hectares in Belgium

A massive wildfire in Belgium's Hautes Fagnes reserve has burned 3,000 hectares, prompting EU aerial aid and evacuations in both Belgium and nearby Monschau, Germany, due to shifting winds and smoke.

about 13 hours ago 387 sources

[CULTURE] [IT] Art theft at Messina museum in Sicily

Messina museum heist: four Antonello da Messina works stolen

Four Renaissance artworks by Antonello da Messina were stolen from the MuMe museum in Messina, Sicily, during the Ferragosto holiday. Two panels were recovered after being abandoned by the thieves.

25 minutes ago 198 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [GR] Greece heatwave and wildfire risk, Aug 2026

Salamina wildfires kill two and force mass evacuations

Two people died and hundreds were evacuated by sea as fast-moving wildfires swept through the Greek island of Salamina, destroying homes and vehicles amid strong winds.

16 minutes ago 207 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [ES] [MA] Ceuta migration crisis: protests and health concerns

Ceuta border: Morocco intercepts hundreds of migrants amid heightened security

Moroccan security forces arrested hundreds of migrants attempting to reach Ceuta on August 15, following social media calls for a mass crossing. Spain has reinforced Ceuta with over 1,600 security personnel.

about 13 hours ago 407 sources

[POLITICS] [BR] Brazil 2026 election: candidate registration and campaign

Brazil 2026 elections: Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro launch campaigns

Brazil's 2026 election campaign has officially begun following the candidate registration deadline. Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro have launched opposing campaigns focused on social investment versus security and de

about 7 hours ago 425 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] Ukraine-Russia war: Deep strikes on energy, e-com, and Black

Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia hit by Russian missile strikes

Russian missile strikes using North Korean ballistic and Zircon cruise missiles hit Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, killing seven workers at a steel plant and causing multiple fires and explosions in the capital.

about 4 hours ago 11 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [AR] Argentina fentanyl and synthetic drug investigations

Laboratorios Ramallo fentanyl contamination causes 90 deaths

A technical failure at Laboratorios Ramallo caused fentanyl contamination in Argentina, leading to 90 deaths. Investigators are probing HLB Pharma and regulatory officials for negligence and evidence tampering.

about 13 hours ago 10 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [RU] [UA] Russian missile and glide‑bomb attacks on Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine exchange massive drone and missile strikes

Russia and Ukraine exchanged massive drone and missile strikes, causing at least 19 deaths. Ukraine targeted Russian logistics and industry, while Russia struck Ukrainian steel plants and cities.

about 13 hours ago 332 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [SA] [TR] [PK] [EG] Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Makkah Defense Pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, establishing a collective defense pact where an attack on one is an attack on all.

3 days ago 62 sources

[POLITICS] [TR] Turkey passes National Solidarity law amid criticism

Turkish Parliament passes law to facilitate PKK disbandment

Turkey's Parliament passed a landmark law to facilitate the disbandment of the PKK, establishing a framework for weapon surrender and militant reintegration aimed at achieving a ‘Terror-free Turkey’.

4 days ago 54 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] Germany and Western Europe summer heat wave 2026

Copernicus reports record global heat and ocean temperatures for July 2026

Copernicus reports record-breaking July 2026 temperatures, with extra-polar ocean temperatures hitting 20.96°C and Western Europe experiencing its warmest June-July period ever.

7 days ago 370 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [MD] [UA] [RU] Russia-Ukraine conflict and regional destabilization

Russia targets Moldova to destabilize EU and NATO

Russia is reportedly using hybrid warfare, including vote-buying and sabotage training, to destabilize Moldova in an effort to weaken NATO and the EU by 2026.

about 1 hour ago 7 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [TR] [SY]

YPG-SDG to dissolve and integrate with Syrian government

YPG-SDG official Mahmut Berhudan announced the imminent dissolution of the YPG-SDG and its autonomous administration, citing near-complete integration with the Syrian government and state.

about 17 hours ago 15 sources

Top news clusters today

Jared Kushner meets Netanyahu to advance Gaza peace roadmap

US-Iran peace memorandum expires without final agreement

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers

Trump claims intent to declare Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory

DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in national history

Colombia earthquake causes massive destruction and national emergency

Colombia earthquake leaves 294 dead and hundreds missing

Jared Kushner meets Hamas in Egypt to advance Gaza peace plan

Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Strait of Hormuz negotiations

Europe faces extreme heat, drought, and river shortages

Colombia earthquake strikes Chocó, causing mass casualties and state of emergency

Afghanistan: Five years of Taliban rule and women's rights crisis

Iran threatens offensive military action as peace deal expires

Iran faces economic collapse amid war and political upheaval

Strait of Hormuz: US claims control amid Iran blockade and maritime attacks

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo expands to six provinces

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Iran maintains missile capabilities despite U.S. and Israeli strikes

Gospić environmental crisis: 37,000 tons of illegal waste discovered

United States intensifies economic and naval pressure on Iran

Flores, Indonesia earthquake kills at least 51 and displaces thousands

Meta faces federal trial over child addiction and privacy claims

El Niño intensifies with 69% chance of becoming a historic event

Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death by Syrian court

Iran prepares secret plan to escalate conflict with US and Israel

Trump orders reduction of US-South Korea military exercises

Strait of Hormuz: Iran and U.S. clash over maritime access and reparations

Meta faces landmark trial over teen mental health and addictive platform design

DR Congo Ebola outbreak threatens to become deadliest on record

MyDr cyberattack exposes data of 18.8 million people in Poland

Russia targets Moldova to destabilize NATO and EU by 2026

Turkey passes landmark law to advance 'Terror-free Turkey' initiative

Colombia earthquake: 289 dead and President seeks U.S. tariff relief

Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic drops following tanker attacks

MyDr cyberattack leaks medical data of nearly 19 million Poles

Hungary bus crash kills 12 Polish pilgrims on M3 motorway

Netanyahu rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan

Hautes Fagnes wildfire burns 3,000 hectares in Belgium

Messina museum heist: four Antonello da Messina works stolen

Salamina wildfires kill two and force mass evacuations

Ceuta border: Morocco intercepts hundreds of migrants amid heightened security

Brazil 2026 elections: Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro launch campaigns

Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia hit by Russian missile strikes

Laboratorios Ramallo fentanyl contamination causes 90 deaths

Russia and Ukraine exchange massive drone and missile strikes

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Turkish Parliament passes law to facilitate PKK disbandment

Copernicus reports record global heat and ocean temperatures for July 2026

Russia targets Moldova to destabilize EU and NATO

YPG-SDG to dissolve and integrate with Syrian government