Israel launches new strikes on Lebanon – “Clear message to Hezbollah”
Israeli Air Force strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, targeting elite Radwan Force facilities and weapons storage sites in latest escalation.
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Pakistan: 55-year-old German arrested for sexual abuse of at least 50 children
German authorities arrest 55-year-old man for sexually abusing at least 50 children in Pakistan. He videotaped acts and sold material online from gambling establishment.
Heatwaves in Spain caused 1,180 deaths in past two months
Spain reports 1,180 heat-related deaths since May, a dramatic surge from just 70 deaths in the same period last year as extreme temperatures devastate Europe.
Trump says the U.S. will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
The US considers 500% tariffs on Russia-trading nations while preparing new Patriot missile systems for Ukraine through Germany, as Congress pushes harsh sanctions.
Ukraine drone strikes Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Ukrainian drones struck a training center at Europe’s largest nuclear plant under Russian control, raising fresh concerns about nuclear safety.
Donald Trump to visit Britain in September – Why he won’t address Parliament
Donald Trump will make his second official visit to Britain in September, hosted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle – but won’t address Parliament due to scheduling.
Trump to announce “offensive” weapons supply to Ukraine
Trump prepares major policy shift on Ukraine war, planning to announce aggressive weapons package including long-range missiles targeting deep inside Russia.
Iran: President Pezeshkian injured during war with Israel – alleges betrayal
Iran’s President Pezeshkian reportedly injured during 12-day war with Israel. Fars agency claims Israeli strike targeted secret underground facility where leadership met.
Kentucky church shooting leaves two women dead, two men injured
Deadly shooting at Kentucky Baptist church leaves two women dead and two men injured when gunman opened fire during family dispute before being neutralized by police.
Von der Leyen on tariffs: EU favors negotiated solution with US
EU Commission President von der Leyen announces extension of countermeasures suspension against US tariffs until August, emphasizing preference for negotiated trade solution.
Libya challenges Greece’s median line with UN verbal note (Maps)
Libya officially challenges Greece’s median line south of Crete through UN verbal note, claiming violation of sovereign rights based on Turkey-Libya Memorandum.
Turkish Cypriots turn against Ankara: demand international action
Turkish Cypriots demand President Christodoulidis file complaint against Turkey at International Criminal Court, citing ethnic cleansing and demographic manipulation.