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Restoration work in Moscow’s Archangel Cathedral has exposed the remains of Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy after a damaged sarcophagus lid was found cracked. Russian President Vladimir Putin inspected the relics, while the Russian Orthodox Church and the Institute of Archaeology have weighed in on the discovery and its preservation.
Qatar's foreign ministry has dismissed as 'completely baseless and illogical' Iran's claims that it is holding three Iranian pilots captured in March. The dispute centers on the fate of the pilots after their aircraft were shot down over Qatari airspace, with Qatar saying it has invited Iranian experts to review its search-and-rescue efforts.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has killed at least 2,516 people, making it the second-deadliest in African history, according to official figures. The rare Bundibugyo virus continues to spread in six provinces, and the WHO has classified it as a public health emergency of international concern.
Moscow has summoned Japan's ambassador and conducted a naval missile test near the Kuril Islands, escalating tensions after Tokyo protested President Putin's visit to the disputed territory. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized Japan's failure to respond promptly to the summons amid an ongoing territorial dispute.
President Trump told reporters he has a good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying the two leaders understand each other and that his approach is making the region safer. He also addressed reducing joint military exercises with South Korea, citing the relationship.
As conflicts disrupt key Middle East waterways, China has launched a regular container service via the Arctic's Northern Sea Route, aiming to cut transit times and reduce reliance on chokepoints like Hormuz and Malacca. Experts see the route as a seasonal supplement with geopolitical and environmental caveats.
Ship crossings through the Strait of Hormuz remain in single digits despite a slight weekend uptick, according to Kpler data, as US-Iran tensions continue to disrupt a key energy chokepoint. While overall traffic edged higher, analysts note a decline in cargo-carrying transits and a rise in sanctioned and Iran-routed vessels.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia was among the largest of the year, with hundreds of UAVs intercepted, while strikes on Ozon logistics centers in several regions caused fires and disrupted operations.
A Russian Foreign Ministry envoy says Ukrainian strikes killed around 70 civilians, including three children, and injured over 400 others in the past week. The same source reported attacks on medical facilities, buses, and infrastructure, with conflicting figures from late July.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year, citing their personal rapport and Pyongyang's 57 nuclear weapons. The announcement follows his decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, drawing mixed reactions from Seoul, Pyongyang, and US lawmakers.
Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk said Poland is preparing for war while hoping it never happens, citing escalating Russian pressure. Poland's defense spending is nearly 5% of GDP, and the country is building the Eastern Shield fortification project along its borders with Russia and Belarus. Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed claims of Russian aggression as 'nonsense' and 'provocation.'
Russian officials say voting in 'unfriendly' countries may face provocations and attempts to discredit the electoral process. The Central Election Commission and Foreign Ministry cite pressure on Russians abroad, Russophobic media campaigns, and logistical hurdles due to visa restrictions.
US President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Oman if it impedes efforts to end the conflict with Iran, saying he views the Strait of Hormuz as 'American territory'. Russia has condemned the threats as pressure tactics, while Iran's foreign minister called US sanctions threats 'doomed to fail'.
Recent reports detail NATO's classified 'Land Warfighting Concept' for potential conflict with Russia, sparking debate over its intent. While Western analysts frame it as a deterrent and evolution of existing strategy, Russian state media highlight it as a provocation. The plan includes forward defense, strikes on Russian territory, and an 'autonomous zone' near borders.
Ukrainian President Zelensky outlined a peace plan involving a ceasefire and a free economic zone, while a Russian expert predicted that US envoys Witkoff and Kushner will bring concrete proposals to Moscow. The conflicting statements highlight the wide gap between Kyiv and Moscow's positions.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said negotiations with Oman on Strait of Hormuz security have been delayed due to US and Israeli interference, while Tehran and Muscat work on a mechanism to ensure safe passage. Baghaei also reiterated Iran's refusal to accept US conditions for ending the Middle East conflict, warning that countries hosting US troops could face consequences.
Chinese Ambassador to Moscow Zhang Hanhui said at the SPROUTS forum in Kazan that Presidents Putin and Xi aim to elevate bilateral relations to a higher level amid global instability. He cited a May meeting in Beijing as a qualitative step forward and highlighted 30 years of strategic partnership. The forum, running August 16-19, features 51 business sessions and expects over 200 Chinese companies.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup, one of the Kuril Islands disputed with Japan, prompting a strong protest from Tokyo and a sharp response from Moscow. The visit highlights the long-standing territorial dispute that has prevented a formal peace treaty between the two nations.
Bangladesh has said it is open to joining the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact, with two junior ministers stressing any decision hinges on national interests. Meanwhile, reports of an invitation for Iran to join remain unconfirmed, with Tehran denying receiving any official proposal.
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.