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The United States has cancelled the Ssangyong amphibious landing exercise with South Korea, citing constraints on US forces due to the war in Iran. The move follows President Trump's order to scale back the separate Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, raising questions about alliance reliability and prompting concerns in Seoul.
A Financial Times report citing sources close to Tehran says Iran has assessed striking US military assets in southeastern Europe, including bases in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if President Trump escalates the conflict. NATO says it is prepared to defend allies, while Bulgaria and Cyprus have taken precautionary measures and Cypriot officials deny the threat.
Formula 1 resumed with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, while Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. The race marked Zandvoort's farewell, with organizers suggesting it could serve as an alternative venue amid Middle East disruptions affecting the 2026 and 2027 calendars.
A day after a Russian drone attack on a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih killed at least 16 people, Ukraine launched a large-scale drone assault on Russian military and energy infrastructure, while Russian strikes continued to claim lives across Ukraine. Officials on both sides reported multiple casualties, with the death toll from the shopping centre attack rising overnight.
Mohamed Salah scored his first goals for Trabzonspor in a 2-1 win over Basaksehir, ending a week of high expectations. The club also confirmed the signing of former Liverpool teammate Fabinho, reuniting the pair in Turkey.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Krasnodar killed two children and injured nine others when debris struck a childcare centre, while a Russian strike on Kharkiv killed three. The incidents mark an escalation in cross-border attacks as Ukraine seeks more air defence support from allies.
Spain has increased police and military presence in Ceuta following social media calls for another mass border crossing, two weeks after tens of thousands entered the enclave. Authorities have also arrested five suspected smugglers, while officials on both sides of the border manage the aftermath.
The Pentagon has circulated a questionnaire to NATO allies asking whether they have publicly supported US foreign policy priorities, as part of a review that could reduce American forces in Europe. The document, obtained by Al Jazeera, also inquires about restrictions on US base access and alignment with the 'NATO 3.0' concept, prompting concerns among allies and former officials about politicizing military posture.
The European Commission approved €6.1 billion in new defence funding for Ukraine as part of a €90 billion loan, aiming to bolster air and missile defence systems. The decision comes as Ukraine faces a severe budget shortfall and a critical shortage of Patriot interceptors, with internal EU debates over procurement flexibility.
Morocco has increased security along its borders with the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla following anonymous social media calls for a new mass crossing attempt. The moves come after tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Ceuta in late July, with authorities warning against incitement to illegal migration.
Organizers of Doha's Teeb Al Hazm festival, which showcases Gulf perfume culture twice a year, plan to hold their first European edition in London. Al Hazm Mall CEO Mohamed Al-Emady cited the growing international reputation of Gulf fragrances as a driver for expansion, noting that the festival has already reached Abu Dhabi and will next go to Riyadh.
Lionel Messi has cast doubt on whether he'll continue playing football 'for much longer' in an emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge, who died at 68 after being hospitalised during the World Cup. The Inter Miami star's social media post has sparked worldwide reaction, with tributes from figures like Philipp Lahm and questions about the end of an era.
A total solar eclipse plunged parts of Spain into darkness on Wednesday, marking the country's first such event in over a century. The spectacle, which also dazzled crowds across Europe, drew gasps and cheers as the sun's corona glowed around the moon's shadow, with onlookers describing the experience as 'incredible' and 'magnificent.'
Military expert Vitaly Kiselyov told TASS that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky practiced nepotism, appointing friends and relatives to key positions to enrich himself. Kiselyov also alleged that Western handlers turn a blind eye to corruption because they use Ukraine to launder money through weapons sales.
Months of blockades and uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz have pushed Gulf energy exporters to seek alternative routes, with Saudi Arabia successfully rerouting oil through its East-West Pipeline while the UAE and other states face greater challenges. President Trump and Iranian officials offer sharply conflicting assessments of the waterway's status, as analysts warn that bypass projects cannot fully replace the strait's capacity.
The Panama Canal Authority will reduce daily ship transits from 36 to 32 by mid-September due to drought linked to El Niño. Meanwhile, shipping costs have surged, with one vessel reportedly paying $4 million to skip the queue, as the Iran war diverts traffic away from other key routes.
Ukraine is struggling to defend against Russian ballistic missile attacks due to a critical shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, a problem exacerbated by global stockpile depletion and European refusals to supply more. The situation has prompted urgent appeals from Ukrainian officials and raised questions about alternative defense systems.
Simon Levy, 40, was sentenced to a whole-life tariff for the murders of two women in London, in a case marked by police and prosecutorial errors that left him free to commit further crimes. The judge imposed the sentence at the Old Bailey, citing the aggravating factors of the case.
Record-low water levels on the Rhine are halting some cargo shipping on key southern sections, while the Danube and Po rivers also hit historic lows, disrupting power supplies and raising economic concerns. The prolonged heatwaves and lack of rainfall, linked by some to human-caused climate change, are affecting transport and industry across Europe.
Overnight Russian attacks killed at least 12 people in Kyiv and six in Zaporizhzhia, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claiming North Korean missiles were used against the southeastern city. Zelenskyy pressed allies for more Patriot interceptors, warning that without sufficient anti-ballistic defense, Russia will not seriously consider peace.