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Ukraine is pushing for a prototype of the European Freyja anti-ballistic system within the first half of next year, as President Volodymyr Zelensky travels to the US to discuss defense cooperation. The project, led by Ukrainian company Fire Point, aims to provide a lower-cost alternative to the Patriot system.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has proposed an airworthiness directive requiring inspections of passenger seats on 453 US-registered Boeing 737 MAX jets after reports of incorrect installation. The seats could come loose during an emergency landing, posing a risk to passengers and crew. Boeing has issued guidance to operators and supports the FAA's move.
Yemen's Houthi movement has announced a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia, threatening vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The move escalates regional tensions amid the US-Iran conflict and has drawn reactions from Pakistan, while analysts warn of global economic consequences.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is examining how education and policy frameworks can combat hate, with witnesses including the CEO of the Melbourne Holocaust Museum highlighting rising security costs and calls for national Holocaust education standards.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said EU sanctions against Russia are starting to hurt European economies and the social sphere, and that the EU's options for further restrictions are limited. A Russian mission official said new EU measures would worsen the bloc's socio-economic problems and that Moscow would respond effectively.
French President Emmanuel Macron has convened an interministerial crisis meeting as wildfires continue to burn across south-west France, destroying thousands of hectares and forcing mass evacuations. The EU has activated its civil protection mechanism, and international assistance, including from Australia, is being mobilised as a new heatwave threatens to reignite the flames.
The Pentagon's latest casualty update shows at least 624 US service members wounded since the Iran conflict began in February, with a new 'Overseas Operations' category drawing scrutiny. The figures and their reclassification have sparked criticism from lawmakers and former military officials.
On the Day of Remembrance for Child Victims of the War in Donbass, Russian officials accused Western countries and EU leaders of encouraging the Kiev regime's attacks on children. The Russian Foreign Ministry and Ambassador to Italy made statements, citing casualties and a commemorative prayer service in Rome.
Russian President Vladimir Putin told lawmakers that Russia is going through a defining moment in its history, facing external pressure and sanctions, but remains stable and capable of achieving its goals. He thanked the State Duma for its work and stressed unity in defending national interests.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino used a 15-slide Instagram post to defend the 2026 World Cup against critics, claiming the tournament had '100% safety and security, only joy and happiness.' His comments come amid ongoing controversies over US visa restrictions and the treatment of the Iranian team, with Iran's coach calling his side the 'most oppressed' at the tournament.
As Andy Burnham prepares to become prime minister, climate scientists urge him to reject new North Sea drilling, while the oil industry lobbies for continued extraction. The debate highlights tensions between Labour's climate commitments and economic growth concerns.
Buenos Aires Times coverage examines Spain's deserved World Cup victory and the broader global balance of power in football, with Argentina's defensive resilience and historical semi-final record taking center stage.
Hanwha Ocean's Q2 net profit quadrupled to 692.6 billion won on high-value ship orders and a weak won, while HD Hyundai's net profit rose over fivefold to 3.17 trillion won.
Firefighters in France and Spain are battling massive wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands from their homes, with a fresh heatwave threatening to worsen conditions. French President Emmanuel Macron has called a crisis cabinet meeting, while Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez visits affected areas as officials warn of 'decisive' hours ahead.
Iran has warned Ukraine of consequences after a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea killed one sailor. Tehran accuses Israel of orchestrating the attack, while Kyiv says it targeted Russian-linked military cargo. A senior Iranian lawmaker has echoed threats of retaliation.
Russian Senator Alexey Pushkov said in a TASS interview that Russia has entered a prolonged 'ice war' with Europe, more intense than the Cold War, blaming a 'self-complacent, arrogant, and ill-educated' generation of Western politicians. He also argued that the West needs Ukraine to consolidate neo-liberal rule and resist Russia, China, and the Global South.
A youth-led protest movement in India, sparked by medical entrance exam leaks, has forced the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and challenged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. Experts say the protests signal a generational shift in Indian politics as the country heads into key state elections.
Australian shares are poised to rise at the open, with futures pointing to gains as investors weigh easing US-Iran tensions against ongoing concerns over tech valuations. Wall Street closed mixed, while oil prices fell sharply, and the Australian dollar was little changed.
A six-year-old girl died after receiving experimental gene-editing therapy for a neurodevelopmental condition. The trial, led by neuroscientist Qiu Zilong, has triggered a university investigation and renewed debate over trial safeguards and regulatory flexibility in China.
UNESCO's World Heritage Committee has inscribed the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy, France, and Greece's Mount Olympus on its World Heritage List. The decisions were announced during the committee's session in Busan, South Korea, which also added sites in Japan, South Sudan, Iran, and Jordan.