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According to DPR head Denis Pushilin, one civilian was killed and ten others wounded in Ukrainian attacks on the Donetsk People's Republic on August 16, 2025. The casualties include a man and his daughter in Gorlovka, with damage to residential and infrastructure sites. TASS reported these claims, attributing the attacks to Ukraine.
Iran and Oman's top diplomats met in Tehran to discuss a temporary maritime corridor and mine-clearing project in the Strait of Hormuz. The talks come as US President Donald Trump claims mines have been cleared and threatens to designate the strait a US territory, while Iran insists the waterway remains closed.
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.
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.
A NATO fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace on August 14, with Latvian officials attributing the incursion to Russian electronic warfare that may have diverted a Ukrainian drone off course. The incident has intensified focus on NATO's eastern defenses and the growing threat of GPS spoofing across the Baltics.
The Kennedy Center board voted to add Trump’s name to the facade in a new configuration, prompting a lawsuit from Rep. Joyce Beatty and a Justice Department warning that the building may need demolition if renovations are blocked. The center has agreed to pause changes until Sept. 8, but critics say the delay is a pretext.
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.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday that Tehran received 'numerous messages' from neighboring countries seeking new regional security arrangements, though he did not name any nations. The remarks come as Washington prepares to announce what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called the 'toughest sanctions in history' against Iran.
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.
A girl was injured after a drone fell on a recreational center in Russia’s Rostov Region, according to the regional governor. The attack also caused a grass fire, with no other injuries reported. Air defense forces continue to repel drone strikes across the region.
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.
According to OPEC data cited by TASS, Russia was the largest oil supplier to India in June, with exports rising to 2.2 million barrels per day. India's total oil imports fell in June, while China's imports also declined, with Russia retaining its top position in both markets.
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains far below pre-war levels, with only a handful of vessels transiting daily, even as President Trump asserts the US has 'total control' over the waterway. Iran conditions any full reopening on the lifting of the blockade and sanctions, while diplomatic efforts to end the conflict remain stalled amid conflicting claims about the strait's status.
Russia-China trade turnover rose 25% year-on-year in the first half of 2026 to $135 billion, according to Russian and Chinese officials. Chinese customs data shows a 26.3% increase for January-July, with total trade reaching $159.24 billion.
Russian Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights Maria Lvova-Belova announced ongoing efforts to reunite children with their families across Russia and Ukraine, with a new case expected soon. Meanwhile, the White House said US First Lady Melania Trump has helped reunite a fifth group of children, continuing her humanitarian involvement.
Gold prices extended their rally, with Comex futures surpassing $4,700 per troy ounce for the first time since mid-May, after the US Treasury announced higher buybacks of long-term government bonds. Domestic markets on MCX showed mixed trading, with gold recovering from a weak start while silver slipped. The moves come amid shifting expectations for US monetary policy and persistent safe-haven demand.
A Russian military expert says the Pacific Fleet's ongoing drills are a key strategic deterrent in the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing the role of submarine-launched Bulava missiles and cooperation with North Korea and China. The exercises, involving 60 vessels and 13,000 troops, are framed as a response to U.S. militarization and regional threats.
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.
Russian Pacific Fleet exercises, ongoing since August 4, have featured Forpost UAVs guiding Oniks and Uran missiles against simulated enemy landing ships, as reported by the fleet's press service. The maneuvers involve about 60 vessels, 13,000 personnel, and include minefield clearing in the Sea of Japan and Sea of Okhotsk.
Russian-Israeli historian Artyom Kirpichenok has not been heard from since landing at Ben-Gurion Airport on August 2. Russia's embassy says it has sent a request to Israeli authorities, while a Russian journalist claims he is being held by the Shin Bet.