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Aug 27, 2026
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Suspected assassination in St. Petersburg: Senior Russian army officer killed in car explosion

The explosive device was detonated in a vehicle near a supermarket, and according to reports, an officer with the rank of lieutenant colonel was killed and his wife was seriously injured. The immediate suspect is Kyiv, which has been attributed with a series of assassinations on Russian soil in recent weeks. The Kremlin denies that the CIA director warned Vladimir Putin not to attack NATO...

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Towards a wave of protests in Indonesia: tens of thousands arrive in Jakarta

Indonesian security forces have deployed large numbers of personnel in three major cities. Tens of thousands of protesters are calling for an end to the country's "militarization" and demanding the death penalty for corrupt officials. The demonstrations mark the anniversary of last year's violent unrest that left ten people dead.

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Knives, arrests – and a surprising weapon: The wedding that spiraled out of control

A violent and uncontrollable brawl broke out last Friday at a banquet hall in Ohio, USA, turning a happy wedding into a battlefield. The incident began when a group of brothers stormed the reception and attacked one of the guests, leading to a mass riot between two rival families with a history of conflict.

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Concern in Norway: King Harald's condition is "very serious"

The health condition of 89-year-old King Harald V of Norway has deteriorated during his hospitalization, with the Royal Palace describing his status as "very serious." The monarch has been hospitalized since August 17 for a bacterial blood infection.

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A worrying trend: The far-right party that may make history in Germany

Ahead of local elections, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is seeing a surge in the polls. Party leaders are promising to overhaul art and education programs, removing what they term "anti-patriotic" content. Citizens are concerned about the rise of anti-democratic ideologies and are calling for the continued preservation of Holocaust memory.

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"Playing with fire": Russia threatens Britain and France

Moscow reacts sharply to the expansion of military aid to Kyiv and warns London and Paris of the consequences. Britain is expected to assist Ukraine in the domestic production of long-range Storm Shadow missiles. At the same time, Russia reported a drone attack on the nuclear complex in Zaporizhzhia.

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Ireland has not yet decided whether it will boycott Eurovision 2027

The Irish broadcaster, RTÉ, announced that it has not yet decided whether it will return to Eurovision 2027, after deciding last year to boycott the contest in protest of Israeli participation. The announcement from the Irish broadcaster comes after it announced it would boycott the contest this year as well.

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SpongeBob storm causes stir in Egypt: "We've hit rock bottom"

About 1.8 million users joined a Facebook group in less than two weeks, turning the fictional cartoon city into a satirical reflection of Egyptian reality. Users are protesting the cost of living and social issues through the show's characters. Security officials are examining the identities of the administrators, and the group's activity has been temporarily suspended.

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Fuel crisis in Iran: massive traffic jams, civilian distress and factory shutdowns

Numerous reports in Iran point to a severe fuel shortage. Opposition sources report a "red alert" over a critical deficit, which is sparking debate even at the top of the regime. Against the backdrop of threats from the US, there is panic among citizens and turmoil in shops. Industrial plants have announced a halt in operations.

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Rare Case in Australia: Twins Born to the Same Mother, but from Different Biological Parents

A surrogate mother became pregnant naturally in parallel with the surrogacy process. A son and daughter were born on the same day by cesarean section. The court was required to rule on the issue of parenthood. Both families intend to raise the children in contact with each other.

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"I cannot survive in prison": Israeli OnlyFans model bursts into tears in court

Adva Lavi, known as Maya Ventura, cried and shouted in a Los Angeles court, claiming she is being beaten in prison. After her defense attorney raised doubts about her competency to stand trial, the proceedings were frozen, and she will be brought to a mental health court. Lavi is accused of a series of thefts from wealthy men and women she met online.

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Tupac murder trial nears verdict: evidence revealed and defense attacks

Almost 30 years after the murder that shook the music world, the trial of the only person charged is approaching its final moments. The defendant's lawyers insist that the evidence is lies intended to gain publicity.

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"I saw a fireball in the sky": two dead in aircraft crash in Italy

The light aircraft apparently struck cables of a cable car used to operate a dam in northern Italy, caught fire in the air, and crashed near an artificial lake in a mountainous area. The 62-year-old pilot and a 63-year-old passenger were killed on the spot. Authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the accident and are checking the flight path and the permits granted to...

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Investigation into the death of the Hollywood star: Why did the police raid her home?

Authorities in the United States have deepened the investigation into the death of the 36-year-old actress and conducted a search of her home in Hollywood. The brother of her partner claimed that they found her unconscious and tried to save her using an anti-overdose medication. Panettiere's representatives spoke out against the rumors on social media and requested that information be provided to...

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Panic in Las Vegas: Will Trump's tariffs drive away tourists from Canada?

The gambling city, which was hit hard against the backdrop of economic tension between the Trump administration and Canada, is trying to lure tourists from the neighboring country back. On the agenda: various discounts, a preferred exchange rate, and special flight packages.

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How will Erdogan react? Trump gives a tailwind to the mega-project in which Israel is a partner

After a long period of delays, the interconnector project to connect Israel's electricity grid to Cyprus and Greece — and from there to Europe — has received the support of the USA and France. It is still unclear how Turkey, which opposes the move, will react, and it seems that Greece, which has avoided confrontation until now, will no longer remain silent.

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Germany: 8-year-old girl calls police after mother drives drunk

An 8-year-old girl from Germany showed great courage when she called the emergency center late at night to report that her mother was driving under the influence of alcohol and swerving out of the lane. Police officers located the vehicle on the side of the road, found the mother to be completely drunk, and opened criminal proceedings against her.

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Terror at a height of 30 meters: Stuck for hours in the air at an amusement park

23 people were trapped on a high-altitude carousel at a summer festival in Hamburg. After hours, the ride was restarted and the passengers were rescued unharmed.

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Due to a YouTube challenge: two children disappeared from home

An 11-year-old and a 7-year-old from India secretly left their home after watching "Secret House" videos in which participants hide for 24 hours. About two hours later, they were located safe and sound and returned to their families.

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"Out of control": UN makes rare admission regarding the hunger phenomenon in the Gaza Strip

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres admitted that many of the UN's independent reporters have "completely gone out of control." Simultaneously, a new UNICEF survey presented data on the nutritional status of children in the Gaza Strip that significantly contradicts last year's claims of mass starvation.

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Al-Shara's Busy Week

A meeting between the Syrian Foreign Minister and the head of the Mossad, the restoration of full economic cooperation with the United States, and a session with the commander of the Kurdish army in the country. Syria is "firing" in all directions.

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"Putin may use nuclear weapons": Russia prepares for escalation

Bloomberg citing Kremlin sources: there are no more negotiations, Russia is preparing to escalate missile attacks. In Moscow, there is a growing assessment that Vladimir Putin may use tactical nuclear weapons as a last resort. Yesterday, the CIA director arrived in Moscow for an unusual visit, assessment: he warned against escalation. The worrying reports of the last week.

Aug 26, 2026
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After escalation and mutual accusations: Qatari Prime Minister to visit Tehran

The Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced that Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani will arrive in Tehran tomorrow for talks with Iranian officials. The visit aims to de-escalate tensions and address regional security issues, including freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

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With chairs and fists: severe violence between tourists and shop owners at a prestigious destination

A brawl broke out on the popular Italian island of Capri after reports stated that shop owners asked a group of tourists to move their children from the entrance to their shop. The unusual incident, which lasted several minutes, was documented by stunned passersby.

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The mystery of the four bodies on the resort island: police officer arrested on suspicion of a cover-up

The picturesque tourist island turned into a scene of horror after four bodies of missing persons were found within 72 hours, with a local police officer suspected of closing hundreds of cases and forging official records.

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USA declares Palestine Action a terrorist organization: "We will eliminate the far-left"

Washington joins the UK in imposing strict sanctions on the pro-Palestinian organization that led massive protests against Israel and carried out violent acts, including storming Elbit factories and vandalizing British Air Force aircraft. Anyone doing business with them now risks sanctions. The US Treasury Secretary stated: "We will cut off their financial oxygen supply."

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The Canadian 'Bad Cop' on the Front Lines of the Trade War with the US

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to take a firm line against Washington and has engaged in a heated war of words with President Donald Trump.

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Dolly Parton's Wikipedia page defaced with swastika: "Loves Jews"

Just hours after the announcement of the music star's death, unknown individuals defaced her page with offensive expressions, an image of a Nazi flag, and praise for a school shooter. The page was restored within a few hours.

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Israel's new hope: Will Slovenia prevent EU sanctions?

Slovenia and the Czech Republic vetoed a joint EU statement against construction in E1, forcing EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas to issue a statement on her own behalf. Simultaneously, Jerusalem identifies a dramatic shift in relations with the new administration in Ljubljana, with the first Israeli embassy in the country expected to open in September.

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Trump reveals new details: "Mojtaba is not dead, but was very severely injured on his left side"

In a radio interview, Trump claims that Mojtaba was not eliminated but was severely injured on his left side, and attacks: "The regime is pretending." Regarding the lack of uprising in Iran, he said: "You cannot expect citizens to go out to the street when they are being shot at with machine guns."

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Trump revealed Mojtaba's condition and emphasized: "We will achieve victory in Iran soon"

US President Donald Trump provided additional details today (Wednesday) in an interview with conservative radio host Glenn Beck regarding the crown prince, Mojtaba Khamenei, and declared: "We will achieve a great victory in Iran very soon." "Mojtaba is not dead. His left arm and leg were injured, but he is alive. But if he is dead, they are doing a really good job of faking that he is alive," the...

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Lebanese President: "There is no choice but negotiations with Israel"

According to Aoun, achieving an IDF withdrawal from Lebanon, the release of prisoners, and the reconstruction of the country "cannot be achieved through war." Contacts continue despite gaps regarding the disarmament of Hezbollah and the pressure exerted on the leadership in Beirut.

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Storm in Spain: Did the government ignore intelligence warnings before the breach in Ceuta?

Defense Minister Margarita Robles claims that the warning reached the police and immigration authority, which identified the mass call to cross the border. These remarks contradict previous government statements that there was no prior information. The storm increases pressure on Prime Minister Sanchez, whom polls predict will lose his rule in the upcoming elections.

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"In Basel I founded the Jewish state": 129 years later, a "Death to Zionism" demonstration was planned in the city

The Basel-Stadt cantonal police announced that a demonstration planned for Saturday under the title "Death to Zionism" cannot be approved, and that security forces are preparing to take the necessary measures to deal with it.

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After more than 250 days at sea: US aircraft carrier to dock in Thailand

The aircraft carrier participated in the American operation against Iran. Recently, reports emerged regarding the deterioration of the crew's mental health and a shortage of basic supplies, including food and hygiene products.

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Storm in Belgium: Government refuses to accept students from Gaza

A group of Palestinian researchers who have already received study offers in the European country will not be able to begin their studies. The reason is the blocking of their exit from the Gaza Strip due to disagreements within the nationalist coalition regarding immigration policy.

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Hundreds of travelers missing and heavy destruction in a deadly flood on the Nepal-China border: at least 17 dead

Massive water currents washed away settlements in northern Nepal and knocked multi-story buildings into the river. The water level makes it difficult for rescue helicopters to land in the area. In neighboring Tibet, casualties were also reported, and roads, electricity, and communications were cut off. Among the missing are 291 foreign citizens and 93 Nepalese citizens. 60 workers are missing at a...

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Report: UK to Impose Sanctions on Settlements That Could Harm Trade with Israel

The British Prime Minister is expected to announce an import ban from settlements and personal sanctions against senior figures in the settlement enterprise, while Labour officials fear broad damage to Israeli exports and economic relations between the countries.

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Disaster in Pakistan: 14 infants perished in a hospital fire

15 infants were in the ward where the fire broke out, only one of them survived: "A hospital doctor rescued him." The police updated that identification of the victims will be possible only through DNA testing. The Prime Minister ordered the establishment of an investigative committee that will submit its findings within 24 hours.

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Erdogan's message to Israel: "Provocations and plots will not stop us"

The President of Turkey presented Ankara as seeking to turn the region into a "home of peace, security and stability," but at the same time sharpened his tone toward Israel. In another speech, he implicitly accused the Netanyahu government of attempting to plunge the region into instability - and promised that "blood merchants" and "genocide perpetrators" will lose.

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