Iran Rejects US Talks, Abandons June Agreement Amid Hormuz Tensions
Iran has rejected US negotiations and declared itself no longer bound by a June 17 memorandum, focusing instead on military defense as strikes intensify around the Strait of Hormuz.
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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.
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Escalada entre Irán y EEUU paraliza el estrecho de Ormuz tras colapso de acuerdo
Estados Unidos e Irán reanudaron combates intensos tras casi un mes de tregua, con bombardeos mutuos, bloqueo del estrecho de Ormuz y ataques a instalaciones civiles que han dejado más de 30 muertos.
Irã ameaça fechar Estreito de Bab-el-Mandeb em escalada de conflito com EUA
O Irã ameaçou fechar o Estreito de Bab-el-Mandeb, por onde passam 12% do comércio marítimo mundial, em escalada de conflito com EUA que já dura cinco dias consecutivos.
Harari advierte: la IA es una psicópata inteligente sin conciencia que amenaza la democracia
El filósofo Yuval Noah Harari advierte que la IA ya no es solo una herramienta, sino un agente autónomo capaz de tomar decisiones, manipular el lenguaje y socavar la democracia mediante la amplificación del miedo y el odio.
A Cold War bunker gets a luxury makeover as 'doomsday' condos
A former Canadian government nuclear bomb shelter in rural Nova Scotia may soon be home to the country’s first large-scale luxury survival shelter.
Argentina celebrates World Cup win over England with Falklands banner
Argentina players celebrated their World Cup semi-final victory over England with a banner referencing the disputed Falkland Islands, reigniting historical tensions from the 1982 conflict.
Russian strikes kill 14 as Ukraine targets Black Sea oil infrastructure
Russian attacks kill 14 people as Ukraine targets Black Sea oil tankers and shipping infrastructure, threatening regional maritime commerce and creating potential supply chain disruptions.
Russian strikes kill 14 as Ukraine targets Black Sea fleet amid government reshuffle
Russia's overnight attacks across Ukraine killed 14 civilians, with Odesa hit for the fifth consecutive day. Ukraine responded by striking 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea as political upheaval unfolds in Kyiv.
Zelenski destituye al popular ministro de Defensa Fédorov en movimiento de poder interno
El presidente ucraniano Volodímir Zelenski cesa a Mijaílo Fédorov, popular ministro de Defensa, sustituyéndolo por Ígor Klimenko. El movimiento refleja tensiones internas sobre reformas militares y genera críticas de figuras públicas ucranianas.
United Airlines beats earnings but faces $6B fuel cost headwind
United Airlines beat earnings expectations but warned of $6 billion in additional fuel costs this year due to rising oil prices, offsetting strong travel demand.
Irã 'deve estar preparado' para lutar, diz negociador em meio a tensões com EUA
Principal negociador iraniano Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf afirma que o Irã deve estar preparado para combate, mas permanece aberto a negociações diplomáticas com os EUA, defendendo autonomia das forças armadas e controle do Estreito de Ormuz.
US military aids earthquake-stricken Venezuela as China sends relief flight
US troops are unloading aid supplies in earthquake-ravaged Venezuela, including materials from China's relief flight, as American military presence increases in the region amid humanitarian crisis.
EU and Ukraine seal drone production deal amid ongoing Russia conflict
The EU and Ukraine have sealed a 'drone deal' to boost domestic production and establish joint ventures, with top EU officials pledging continued support as the war with Russia continues.
US Producer Prices Fall Most in 14 Months, but Upside Inflation Risks Remain
US producer prices fell 0.3% in June, the largest drop in 14 months, driven by gasoline declines. However, analysts warn upside inflation risks remain amid geopolitical tensions.
Israeli strikes kill dozen in Gaza, including police officers
Israeli military strikes in Gaza killed approximately a dozen people, including police officers, in the latest escalation of ongoing conflict in the region.
Ukraine's drone campaign forces Russia to suspend Sea of Azov traffic, threatening global grain supplies
Ukrainian drone strikes have forced Russia to suspend traffic through the Sea of Azov, a critical waterway for Russian grain and oil exports. The blockade threatens billions in economic losses and disrupts global wheat supplies.
Pesimismo entre los iraníes atrapados por la incertidumbre política y económica
Los iraníes enfrentan creciente pesimismo debido a la incertidumbre económica y política que afecta el país. La situación genera preocupación generalizada sobre el futuro próximo.
Moscow threatens foreign troops in Ukraine as peace force plans advance
Moscow warns it will target any multinational peacekeeping force deployed to Ukraine post-conflict, while Baltic states report intelligence of Russian sabotage plans against NATO infrastructure.
Baltics and Poland warn of potential Russian military or hybrid attacks on NATO
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Poland warn that Russia may launch limited military strikes or hybrid attacks targeting NATO infrastructure. Baltic leaders cite intelligence assessments of potential Russian operations against critical systems.
France to Supply Ukraine with Rafale Jets, SCALP Missiles in Major Defense Deal
France is providing Ukraine with Rafale fighter jets, SCALP missiles, and air defense systems as part of a major military aid package. Ukraine is also pursuing alternative air defense solutions with nine allied nations backing the Freyja system.
U.S. to Grant Ukraine Patriot Missile Production License
The U.S. will allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors domestically, with Lockheed Martin's support. The move aims to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities, though production timelines remain uncertain.
Oil Surges 12% as Iran Threatens to Close Global Energy Chokepoints
Oil prices rose for a fourth consecutive day as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated, with Iran threatening to close regional energy export corridors and tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz plummeting amid military hostilities.
Melbourne University tightened protest rules after pro-Palestine sit-ins, royal commission hears
University of Melbourne's interim vice-chancellor confirms the institution sharply changed protest policies following pro-Palestine encampments and sit-ins in 2024, with further restrictions potentially coming.
China's Q2 growth misses target at 4.3% amid weak domestic demand
China's GDP growth slowed to 4.3% in Q2, missing its annual target, as weak domestic demand and geopolitical tensions offset strong export performance driven by AI semiconductors and electric vehicles.