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[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [EG] [IL] [PS] [QA] [TR] Gaza ceasefire: Second-phase roadmap negotiations stall

Kushner meets Hamas leaders 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. While Hamas supports the roadmap, Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected it, demanding full disarmament.

39 minutes ago 163 sources

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

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

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran, a claim the White House later called a joke but which Tehran has vehemently rejected.

about 6 hours ago 528 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.

2 days ago 1222 sources

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

Colombia earthquake leaves hundreds dead and triggers massive recovery efforts

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has left at least 294 dead, 3,935 injured, and 320 missing. Massive infrastructure damage is reported, prompting $200 million in World Bank aid and international rescue.

about 7 hours ago 330 sources

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

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

Iran's military has offered a $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers, with rewards doubled for women. The move follows U.S. threats to claim the Strait of Hormuz as American territory.

34 minutes ago 73 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [CO] Colombia earthquake: death toll rises and national emergency

Colombia earthquake leaves nearly 290 dead and 185,000 affected

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed nearly 290 people and affected over 185,000. Massive infrastructure damage is reported in Cali and Pereira, prompting a national emergency declaration.

33 minutes ago 75 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.

5 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 4 hours ago 185 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IR] [US] [IL] Iran-US-Israel military conflict and instability

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.

1 day ago 5 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] [OM] [PK] [QA] US-Iran conflict: maritime blockade and strategic shifts

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.

3 days ago 482 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

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.

about 16 hours 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.

about 19 hours ago 73 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] [IR] [OM] [QA] [PK] US-Iran conflict: maritime blockade and strategic shifts

US-Iran ceasefire agreement set to expire amid Hormuz tensions

The US-Iran ceasefire agreement is set to expire as negotiations stall and tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The U.S. considers new economic sanctions while Iran remains defiant.

about 1 hour ago 31 sources

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

Flores, Indonesia: 7.7 magnitude earthquake kills at least 53

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, killing at least 53 people and displacing over 5,000. Extensive damage to homes and infrastructure has been reported following the shallow tremor.

39 minutes ago 1066 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.

1 day ago 71 sources

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

United States threatens unprecedented economic isolation and naval blockade of Iran

The US is threatening unprecedented economic isolation and an indefinite naval blockade of Iranian ports to increase pressure on Tehran, causing significant volatility in global oil markets.

2 days ago 106 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [CU] [PE] [EC] [AR] Super El Niño intensifies, threatening record temperatures

El Niño intensifies, threatening historic weather extremes globally

Climate agencies warn of a potentially historic and very strong El Niño peaking in late 2026, threatening global weather with extreme heat, droughts in the Amazon, and intense rainfall in South America.

about 1 hour ago 22 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.

3 days ago 263 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [EG] [IL] [PS] [US] Gaza ceasefire: Second-phase roadmap negotiations stall

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya arrives in Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya is in Cairo for talks with Egyptian intelligence to discuss a Gaza ceasefire roadmap, ahead of a regional visit by US envoy Jared Kushner to resolve implementation disputes.

about 10 hours ago 42 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IL] [EG] [QA] [TR] Israel-US diplomatic relations and Gaza governance tensions

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt to advance Gaza peace plan

Jared Kushner, accompanied by Nickolay Mladenov and Tony Blair, will visit Israel and Egypt next week to advance a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan following its rejection by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

1 day ago 52 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.

5 days ago 803 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

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.

3 days ago 123 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.

about 11 hours 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.

4 days ago 241 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.

2 days ago 65 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.

5 days ago 561 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [BE] [DE] Western Europe drought and escalating wildfires

Hautes Fagnes wildfire burns 3,000 hectares in Belgium

A historic wildfire in Belgium's Hautes Fagnes reserve has burned 3,000 hectares, prompting EU aid and evacuations near the German border as authorities struggle to contain the blaze.

43 minutes ago 345 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [ES] [MA] Ceuta migration crisis: fatalities, health and security

Ceuta border: Moroccan forces intercept hundreds of migrants

Moroccan security forces intercepted hundreds of migrants attempting to reach Ceuta on August 15, following social media calls for a mass crossing. Spain has bolstered security to prevent a repeat of July's's 7

about 3 hours ago 400 sources

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

Hungary bus crash kills 12 Polish pilgrims

A Polish tourist bus overturned on Hungary's M3 motorway, killing 12 people and injuring many others. The victims were pilgrims returning from Medjugorje. Authorities suspect the driver fell asleep.

about 1 hour ago 242 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’.

3 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.

6 days ago 370 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [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 16 deaths. Ukraine targeted Moscow and logistics hubs, while Russia struck Ukrainian cities and industrial sites like ArcelorMتال

38 minutes ago 295 sources

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

Fentanyl contamination tragedy linked to technical failure and cover-up

An investigation into contaminated fentanyl in Argentina reveals that a technical failure caused 90 deaths, followed by an alleged cover-up involving destroyed evidence and ignored regulatory warnings.

about 1 hour ago 9 sources

[CULTURE] [IT]

Messina museum theft: four Antonello da Messina works stolen

Four Renaissance masterpieces attributed to Antonello da Messina were stolen from the MuMe museum in Messina, Sicily, during the Ferragosto holiday. Two panels were later recovered after being abandoned.

about 1 hour ago 153 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 5 hours ago 14 sources

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

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

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

4 days ago 159 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [UA] [RU] [KP] [US] [JP] EU assets, air defense crisis, and North Korean aid

Ukraine warns of North Korean military support for Russia

President Zelenskyy warns that Russia is relying on North Korean troops and ballistic missiles to escalate the war, while also preparing for a mass mobilization following its September elections.

5 days ago 119 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [RO] [ES] [MD] [UA] Romania drone incursions and NATO air policing response

Spanish F-18 jet shoots down drone in Romanian airspace

A Spanish F-18 jet on a NATO mission shot down an unidentified drone that entered Romanian airspace near the Moldovan border. This is the fourth such incident in Romania this year.

about 1 hour ago 225 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [IR] [US] [IL] US-Iran military and maritime conflict

Iran claims military and political victory over US and Israel

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims Iran won its recent conflict against the US and Israel, while tensions escalate over US claims to control the Strait of Hormuz.

about 4 hours ago 7 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] FAST-MOVING [US] Hurricane Lala impacts Hawaii; State of Emergency declared

Hurricane Lala batters Hawaii with flooding and power outages

Hurricane Lala, a Category 1 storm, has lashed Hawaii with heavy rain, flooding, and high winds. The storm caused over 150,000 power outages, one death, and major travel disruptions across the islands.

about 1 hour ago 225 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [NO] [ES] Charles de Gaulle historical film release

NATO allies face U.S. loyalty questionnaire on Trump policies

The U.S. has sent NATO allies a questionnaire to measure their loyalty to President Trump’s foreign policy, potentially impacting future U.S. military deployment and base usage in Europe.

about 15 hours ago 22 sources

[HEALTH] [CD] [SS] [UG] DRC Ebola outbreak expands to sixth province; vaccine trials

Ebola outbreak in DRC spreads rapidly across six provinces

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at a record pace, with over 2,000 deaths reported and rising concerns about transmission to South Sudan and Kinshasa.

about 9 hours ago 7 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [LB] [IL] Lebanon-Israel conflict: Diplomatic progress amid military's

Israel airstrikes in southern Lebanon kill 11 people

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people, including children, in Ansar and Deir al-Zahrani. The IDF reported killing a senior Hezbollah commander in the operations.

about 5 hours ago 273 sources

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

United States intensifies economic blockade and sanctions against Iran

The U.S. is intensifying economic isolation and a naval blockade against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent promising unprecedented new sanctions and restrictions starting next week.

about 1 hour ago 10 sources

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

Salamina wildfires kill two and force mass evacuations

Two people died and hundreds were evacuated as fast-moving wildfires struck the Greek island of Salamina. Strong winds helped the blazes spread rapidly through residential and coastal areas.

39 minutes ago 149 sources

[INTERNATIONAL] [US] [IR] USS Abraham Lincoln crew crisis and deployment hardships

USS Abraham Lincoln faces reports of dire conditions during extended deployment

Reports of food shortages, plumbing failures, and mental health crises aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have prompted calls for its replacement by the USS George Washington, despite denials from the Trump admin.

about 13 hours ago 239 sources

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

Brazil 2026 elections: Presidential campaigns officially launch

The 2026 Brazilian election campaign officially began on August 16, following the August 15 candidacy registration deadline. Major candidates, including Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro, have launched their bids.

33 minutes ago 313 sources

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

MyDr cyberattack potentially compromises data of 19 million people in Poland

A cyberattack on the MyDr platform has potentially exposed the medical and personal data of 19 million people in Poland, prompting a state-led investigation and preventive security updates.

about 13 hours ago 12 sources

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

Colombia earthquake: President requests US tariff suspension

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 294 people. President Abelardo de la Espriella has asked US President Donald Trump to suspend tariffs to aid the country's $6.4 billion reconstruction.

about 1 hour ago 107 sources

Top news clusters today

Kushner meets Hamas leaders in Egypt to advance Gaza peace plan

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

Colombia earthquake causes massive destruction and national emergency

Colombia earthquake leaves hundreds dead and triggers massive recovery efforts

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

Colombia earthquake leaves nearly 290 dead and 185,000 affected

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

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

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

US-Iran ceasefire agreement set to expire amid Hormuz tensions

Flores, Indonesia: 7.7 magnitude earthquake kills at least 53

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

United States threatens unprecedented economic isolation and naval blockade of Iran

El Niño intensifies, threatening historic weather extremes globally

Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death by Syrian court

Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya arrives in Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

Jared Kushner to visit Israel and Egypt to advance Gaza peace plan

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

DR Congo Ebola outbreak threatens to become deadliest on record

Russia targets Moldova to destabilize NATO and EU by 2026

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

MyDr cyberattack leaks medical data of nearly 19 million Poles

Netanyahu rejects Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan

Hautes Fagnes wildfire burns 3,000 hectares in Belgium

Ceuta border: Moroccan forces intercept hundreds of migrants

Hungary bus crash kills 12 Polish pilgrims

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 and Ukraine exchange massive drone and missile strikes

Fentanyl contamination tragedy linked to technical failure and cover-up

Messina museum theft: four Antonello da Messina works stolen

YPG-SDG to dissolve and integrate with Syrian government

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

Ukraine warns of North Korean military support for Russia

Spanish F-18 jet shoots down drone in Romanian airspace

Iran claims military and political victory over US and Israel

Hurricane Lala batters Hawaii with flooding and power outages

NATO allies face U.S. loyalty questionnaire on Trump policies

Ebola outbreak in DRC spreads rapidly across six provinces

Israel airstrikes in southern Lebanon kill 11 people

United States intensifies economic blockade and sanctions against Iran

Salamina wildfires kill two and force mass evacuations

USS Abraham Lincoln faces reports of dire conditions during extended deployment

Brazil 2026 elections: Presidential campaigns officially launch

MyDr cyberattack potentially compromises data of 19 million people in Poland

Colombia earthquake: President requests US tariff suspension