Global food prices rise in July driven by meat and vegetable oils
Global food prices surged in July 2024, driven by rising meat and vegetable oil costs. The UN FAO reports a 1.6% monthly increase, with palm oil hitting 3-year highs.
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Bloomberg: US and Russia plan ceasefire deal with Putin “winning” territories
Bloomberg reports US and Russia are working on ceasefire deal for Ukraine war that would allow Putin to keep seized territories, though White House calls it speculation.
Israel-Gaza: Tensions escalate in security cabinet over war’s next phase
Israeli security cabinet engages in heated 10-hour debate over Gaza war strategy as military chief warns against occupation risks and humanitarian consequences.
Bloomberg: US and Russia prepare ceasefire deal solidifying Putin’s Ukraine gains
US and Russia negotiate Ukraine ceasefire deal that would consolidate Putin’s territorial gains, including Donbas region and Crimea annexation.
US lawmakers oppose Turkey’s F-35 program reintegration
40 US lawmakers led by Greek American Congress members urge State Department to block Turkey’s return to F-35 program due to Russian S-400 missile system risks.
Turkish businessman missing while sailing to Mykonos sparks rescue
Turkish businessman Halit Yukai missing after yacht found damaged off Turkey while sailing to Greek island of Mykonos. Coast guard continues search operation.
UK cancer survivor wins £1 million lottery, plans Greece holiday
Cancer survivor Paul Harvey wins £1 million lottery prize and plans family vacation to Greece. Heartwarming video shows emotional moment he tells his son.
Netanyahu: Israel won’t annex Gaza – Plans transitional government
Netanyahu clarifies Israel won’t annex Gaza, reveals plans for transitional government as security cabinet prepares to vote on full military occupation.
Ukraine war: Zelensky plans “deep strikes” on Russia in strategic military meeting
Zelensky convenes emergency military meeting to plan deep strike attacks on Russia as Ukraine war enters critical phase, targeting military infrastructure.
EU Commission announces €10+ billion fund for innovative startups
European Commission announces major €10+ billion fund to boost innovative startups across the EU, focusing on cancer research and biotechnology development.
Zelensky tells Macron “Ukraine is ready for ceasefire” in phone call
Ukraine’s Zelensky tells France’s Macron that Kyiv is ready for a real ceasefire, but emphasizes Russia hasn’t given clear response to peace efforts.
Putin open to Zelenskyy meeting “under conditions” – UAE potential venue for Trump talks
Putin signals openness to meeting Zelenskyy but sets preconditions. UAE emerges as potential neutral venue for high-stakes diplomatic talks with Trump.