Ukrainian drone attacks resumed in Moscow hours after a CIA director's visit, marking an intensification of aerial warfare. The strikes reflect Ukraine's expanded targeting strategy and willingness to risk civilian casualties.
The Guardian · Jul 16, 2026
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy dismissed defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov despite international support, as part of a broader government reshuffle. Fedorov, credited with transforming the ministry and improving battlefield performance, served only six months.
The Guardian · Jul 16, 2026
An ANU student whose relatives died in Gaza was asked to provide death certificates for an exam extension at a royal commission hearing on antisemitism. The university's acting provost acknowledged the supervisor's response was inappropriate.
The Hindu Business Line · Jul 16, 2026
Trump proposed a $1.5 trillion US military budget for next year, citing job creation and defense needs, while threatening Iran with strikes on power plants and bridges unless it returns to negotiations.
The Indian Express · Jul 16, 2026
US military strikes continue across Iran targeting strategic locations as Tehran abandons diplomatic talks with Washington. Trump considers expanded operations including ground troops and nuclear site bombing.
BBC News · Jul 16, 2026
US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.
The Age · Jul 16, 2026
US strikes Iranian targets as Tehran warns of existential war; One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts faces renewed criticism over antisemitic posts and conspiracy theories; Australian government announces modern slavery reforms.
The Guardian · Jul 16, 2026
The Royal Netherlands Navy is pioneering autonomous unmanned systems including drones, robotic vessels, and underwater vehicles to enhance sea defence while reducing personnel risk. The initiative reflects a broader global military trend toward uncrewed platforms.
The Times of India · Jul 16, 2026
Trump issued stern warnings to Iran while US forces intensified military strikes targeting Iranian command centers, air defenses, and coastal facilities, claiming Iran seeks settlement negotiations.
CBS News · Jul 16, 2026
Volunteers are helping the National Archives transcribe 2.5 million pages of handwritten Revolutionary War pension files, leveraging cursive reading skills for historical preservation.
Hindustan Times · Jul 16, 2026
US and Iran exchange intensive military strikes across multiple targets including airports, hospitals, and military bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. At least 35 killed and 300+ injured as Strait of Hormuz shipping disrupted.
The Guardian · Jul 16, 2026
The US military completed a fresh wave of strikes targeting Iranian military capabilities, hitting southern ports and coastal defenses. Iran responded with drone and missile attacks on US facilities in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, as the conflict escalates with at least 30 civilians killed.
CBS News · Jul 16, 2026
U.S. Central Command confirmed it began a second wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, following a round of attacks earlier in the day. Retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Murrett joins CBS News to discuss.
The Hindu · Jul 16, 2026
The U.S. launched airstrikes on northern Iran targeting military capabilities threatening Strait of Hormuz shipping, while Iran responded with drone attacks on U.S. facilities in Jordan. The escalation includes a $1.96 billion Saudi weapons sale amid regional tensions.
Google News · Jul 16, 2026
Russia conducted one of its heaviest missile assaults on Kyiv, with Ukraine intercepting five ballistic missiles as the EU and Ukraine finalize a drone procurement agreement to strengthen air defenses.
ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · Jul 16, 2026
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a testosterone screening program for military personnel, offering voluntary testing for troops under 30 and mandatory screening for older service members, with access to replacement therapy.
The Straits Times · Jul 16, 2026
A cohort of Gen-Z employees in Japan is reviving traditional corporate machismo and high-pressure workplace culture, rejecting decades of work-life balance reforms in pursuit of personal growth and economic productivity.
Nine.com.au · Jul 16, 2026
Australian alcohol retailer Endeavour Group is closing more than half its wineries and losing top winemakers as it retreats from underperforming wine assets, reflecting broader industry struggles.
The Guardian · Jul 16, 2026
The US has disabled an Iranian oil tanker and struck military targets across Iran including Tehran, while Iran retaliates against regional allies. The tit-for-tat attacks risk full-scale conflict despite recent ceasefire agreements.
BBC News · Jul 16, 2026
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announces mandatory testosterone deficiency screening for military personnel aged 30+, with voluntary hormone replacement therapy offered to those with low levels.
CBS News · Jul 16, 2026
Drones have become a defining military technology in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Middle East operations, fundamentally reshaping modern combat tactics and capabilities.
Business Today · Jul 16, 2026
The US conducted two rounds of military strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz in a single day, with Trump threatening to target energy infrastructure if Iran refuses negotiations. Iran responded by declaring an existential war and threatening to disrupt additional global shipping corridors.
CBS News · Jul 16, 2026
A U.S.-Iranian dual citizen detained in Iran on espionage allegations has departed the country after being barred from leaving for over a year. Her release comes amid ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts.
EL OBRERO | Periodismo de datos · Jul 16, 2026
Análisis sobre operaciones de EE.UU. e Israel para convertir líderes políticos en marionetas: Marco Rubio controla Venezuela a través de Delcy Rodríguez, mientras Israel intentó cooptar al expresidente iraní Ahmadineyad antes de un giro inesperado.
The Times of Israel · Jul 16, 2026
Trump signals potential escalation of military strikes against Iran while claiming Tehran wants to negotiate, as renewed fighting erupts around the Strait of Hormuz despite a recent ceasefire agreement.