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World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has travelled to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola-hit Ituri province on Saturday, urging residents to seek treatment early and follow safe burial practices as officials struggle to contain the rapidly growing outbreak. With more than 1,000 suspected cases reported and aid groups warning the response is falling behind the spread of the disease, Tedros called for greater international support and funding.
A drone strike hit a turbine building at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Saturday, reportedly leaving a hole in the wall, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). IAEA chief Rafael Grossi voiced serious concern over the incident, warning that “attacking nuclear sites is like playing with fire”, while the agency’s inspectors have requested access to assess the damage at the Russian-controlled facility.
The United States is reportedly planning to accelerate the withdrawal of troops from its bases in Europe and will present the proposals to NATO allies next month, according to Germany's Welt am Sonntag newspaper. The report follows Washington’s earlier decision to remove 5,000 troops from Germany, although the Pentagon has not commented on the latest claims.
Thousands of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) supporters took to the streets after the club’s Champions League triumph, with celebrations marred by clashes with police in parts of the capital. More than 400 people were detained across France, including 283 in Paris. PSG held on to the Champions League title after defeating Arsenal on penalties after a 1–1 draw.
U.S. President Donald Trump says he is considering cancelling a series of concerts planned for the country's 250th anniversary celebrations after several artists withdrew from the event. Trump suggested replacing the performances with a speech and rally, saying he attracts larger crowds than any entertainer.
U.S. Central Command said 101 commercial vessels have been redirected in the Strait of Hormuz, while oil prices rose more than three per cent amid fresh regional attacks and supply concerns.
U.S. President Donald Trump has again said Iran is keen to reach a deal quickly, but a senior Iranian security official rejected the claim, saying Tehran will not negotiate until its conditions are met.
A Russian strike on a farm warehouse in Pryluky, north-central Ukraine, has killed at least three people, local police said. Meanwhile, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said an attack on a train near the Polish border was an attempt to intimidate Ukraine's allies.
A Danish military helicopter came within “metres” of being struck by flares fired by a Russian warship, Denmark's Defence Minister Jeppe Bruus said on Tuesday. Russia accused Denmark of carrying out “dangerous manoeuvres” near its ship, and said it was investigating the incident.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is outlining the EU's priorities in her annual State of the Union address, covering security, support for Ukraine, trade with China, migration, climate and artificial intelligence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine was carrying out tests on a new weapon to intercept drones and had recorded a successful hit overnight.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is outlining the EU's priorities in her annual State of the Union address, covering security, support for Ukraine, trade with China, migration, climate and artificial intelligence.
Wednesday's session of the 24th Arab Media Summit in Dubai has shifted the discussion towards a central question for modern media: how can regional news organisations tell their own stories while reaching audiences far beyond their borders?
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Russia will hold parliamentary elections from 18 to 20 September 2026, the country's first State Duma vote since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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