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  1. WorldMiddle EastEarthFlood

    Cyclone Flooding in Tomari, Sakhalin

    A part of Tomari city on Sakhalin has been submerged under water due to a cyclone. The Tomarin River overflowed its banks, with water levels rising above 5 meters. The lower part of the city, roads, dachas, and residential houses have been flooded. Specialists are trying to divert the flow into the sea. A temporary accommodation point has been deployed for affected residents. The flood has also caused damage at a recreation base, with two people missing and one person swept away.
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  3. WorldMiddle East

    ECtHR to Rule on Osman Kavala's Second Appeal

    The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) Grand Chamber will announce its decision tomorrow on the second application by Osman Kavala, who has been in prison since 2017. The appeal argues that restrictions on rights under the Convention have been used beyond their intended purpose, violating Article 18 of the Convention, which prohibits restrictions on rights set forth in the Convention beyond what is necessary in a democratic society.
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  5. PoliticsMiddle East

    Armenia's Former President Robert Kocharyan Detained on Corruption Charges

    Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan and his son Sedrak have been detained on suspicion of corruption. Authorities searched their homes and properties, including a Toyota dealership and a sports complex. The Anti-Corruption Committee accuses Kocharyan of removing valuable real estate from state ownership and acquiring them at below-market prices. Kocharyan's lawyer denies the allegations, stating that the decisions were made by the government. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has intensified confrontation with the opposition, targeting Kocharyan, a major opposition figurehead.
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  6. WorldPeaceReliefMiddle East

    Finnish President Supports Ukraine's Strikes on Wildberries as Path to Peace Talks

    Finnish President Alexander Stubb has endorsed Ukraine's military strategy of targeting Russian logistics centers, such as Wildberries warehouses, as a means to increase pressure on Russia and force it to engage in peace talks. Stubb noted that 65% of Russians already want the war to end, and strikes on such targets have increased this number by 10%. He believes this is a reasonable military strategy for Ukraine and the only way to ensure Russia's participation in peace talks.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle East

    Polish Minister Hails Ukrainian Independence, Defiance

    On Ukraine's 35th Independence Day, Polish Minister of Justice Waldemar Żurek praised Ukrainians for defending Europe from 'hordes from the East'. He wished Ukraine victory and NATO membership, expressing hope that Poles and Ukrainians would never be divided again. The event in Warsaw saw a minute of silence for victims of Russian aggression and thanks to Ukrainian workers in Poland.
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  11. WorldMiddle EastChinaConflict

    Israeli Forces Infiltrate Saida al-Hanut Village in Quneitra

    Israeli occupation forces, consisting of five military vehicles, infiltrated the village of Saida al-Hanut in the Quneitra countryside. The incursion was reported by local sources and Syrian media. The force entered from the occupied territories through the Tel Abu Ghaythar gate. This incident coincides with intense overflights by Israeli warplanes and reconnaissance aircraft over Daraa and wide areas of southern Syria.
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  14. WorldLawCorruptionMiddle East

    Russian Army Attacks Dnipropetrovsk Region, Injuring Several Civilians

    The Russian army attacked various communities in the Dnipropetrovsk region, including Nikopol, Marhanetske, Pokrovske, and others. The attacks resulted in five injuries, with one person hospitalized. Infrastructure damaged includes a gymnasium, administrative building, high-rise building, private houses, and a car. Additionally, fires occurred in Zaitsevska, Ukrainska, and Mykolaivska communities in the Synelnykivskyi district.
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  15. SocietyMiddle EastWhite-collarFraudLaundering

    Philippines Arrests South Korean Woman Over $3.9B Online Gambling Operation

    Philippine immigration authorities have arrested a 29-year-old South Korean woman, Kim Youngsun, for allegedly helping operate 23 illegal online gambling websites that generated about 5.33 trillion won ($3.9 billion). Kim was detained in General Trias, Cavite, following an operation coordinated with South Korean authorities and the Philippine National Police. She is accused of working as an assistant manager and supervising several units of the gambling operation, which ran from offices in Pasay and Quezon City beginning in 2018. Kim is being held at the Bureau of Immigration’s Warden Facility pending custodial proceedings.
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  16. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionRelief

    Two Vehicles Linked to Former Minister Used in Criminal Activities

    An investigation into the Alihan Kuriş criminal organization case has revealed that two vehicles assigned to former Interior Minister Idris Naim Şahin were used for purposes other than their intended use and for criminal activities. The vehicles were found to have been used extensively for travel between cities and to transport foreign nationals. Two individuals, Ömür Yücel and Ömer Sipahioğlu, have been taken into custody or are being sought in connection with the investigation.
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  19. SocietyBillMiddle EastFraud

    MVD Warns of Fake Independence Day Payment Announcement

    A fake announcement claiming that Kyrgyz citizens will receive a one-time payment of 5000 soms in honor of Independence Day is circulating on social media. The announcement, supposedly from President Sadyr Japarov, asks users to register to receive the payment. The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) has warned citizens not to click on links in such messages or enter personal data, as it is a scam.
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  20. PoliticsExecutiveElectionsPeace

    Milei Resumes Legislative Push, Meets with Lawmakers Amidst Election Year

    President Javier Milei returned to the Casa Rosada to lead a meeting with legislators from La Libertad Avanza, aiming to break the parliamentary stalemate and start approving reforms. The meeting comes ahead of the next year's elections and follows a period of reduced public appearances by the president. The government seeks to regain the initiative and 'fall back in love' with the electorate, particularly young voters who were key to Milei's 2023 triumph. The president reaffirmed his economic program and rejected populism, while also addressing the issue of overdue payments. The government plans to advance several initiatives in Congress, including the modification of the Organic Charter of the Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA) and Fiscal Innocence II.
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  22. WorldLawEuropeMiddle East

    Germany Investigates 'Ukrainian Trace' in Leipzig Drone Incident

    German law enforcement is reportedly examining the possibility of a 'Ukrainian trace' in the drone incident at Leipzig Airport, where a drone with explosives was found near Ukrainian transport aircraft. The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) stated that Kyiv is satisfied with the media-political impact of the situation, as it 'stimulated' Europe with new 'facts of aggressive and hostile Russian policy'. German authorities are working through various versions of the incident, but it remains unclear if they will officially announce impartial conclusions.
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  23. SocietyLogisticsCommoditiesWhite-collar

    Ukraine's Military Completes Over 100,000 Drone Missions Since 2026

    Since the beginning of 2026, Ukrainian troops have completed over 100,000 logistics and evacuation missions on the frontline using unmanned ground vehicles. The number of missions has increased significantly, with nearly 20,000 completed in July alone. These drones deliver supplies like ammunition, water, and food, and evacuate the wounded, reducing risk to soldiers. The Ministry of Defense has contracted over 22,000 ground drones and spent nearly UAH 1.9 billion through the Brave1 Market marketplace.
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