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    Three Poachers Shot Dead by Forest Guards in Karnataka

    Three poachers were shot dead by forest guards in an encounter in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning when a patrolling team of forest officials came across the poachers armed with country-made guns and carrying deer meat. One forest personnel was injured in the exchange of fire. The identities of the poachers were later confirmed as Antony Swamy, John Rose Peter, and Kumar. An inquiry has been ordered into the incident.
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  2. SocietyDefenseOrganized CrimeFraud

    Criminal Case Opened Against Journalist Ksenia Larina for Calling for Terrorism

    A criminal case has been opened against journalist Ksenia Larina (Oksana Barsheva, recognized as a foreign agent) for public calls to carry out terrorist acts in Moscow. The Moscow prosecutor's office reported that Larina made a statement containing calls for terrorist acts in an interview. She is currently wanted and faces charges under Part 2 of Article 205.2 of the Criminal Code.
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  3. SocietyCorruptionResignationFraud

    Russian Politician Lev Shlosberg Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Anti-War Stance

    Lev Shlosberg, deputy chairman of the Yabloko party, has been sentenced to 11 years and one month in prison for 'discrediting' the Russian army and spreading 'fakes' about it. The sentence comes after Shlosberg publicly spoke out against the war in Ukraine and reposted a controversial image. His final statement in court was repeatedly interrupted, and he was not allowed to speak about his calls for peace.
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  4. WorldMiddle East

    Senegal Increases Fuel Prices Amid Global Oil Surge

    Senegal has raised the prices of gasoline and diesel effective August 15, 2026, due to a significant increase in global oil prices caused by geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East. The liter of gasoline now costs 990 CFA francs, up from 755 CFA francs, while diesel is 755 CFA francs, up from 680 CFA francs. The government has been subsidizing fuel prices to protect consumers but finds the current subsidy level unsustainable for public finances. The price increase is estimated to reduce the budgetary burden by approximately 9.7 billion CFA francs per month while keeping Senegalese prices competitive in West Africa.
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  6. PoliticsConstitutionMiddle East

    Montenegro's Constitutional Committee Adopts Draft Amendments to Constitution

    The Constitutional Committee of Montenegro held its 28th and 29th sessions to consider and adopt draft amendments to the Constitution. The adopted amendments, numbered XVII to XXI, relate to the Prosecutor's Office, Judicial Council, and the Central Bank (CBCG). The Committee also adopted a Draft Constitutional Law for the implementation of these amendments. The Committee did not accept proposals submitted during the public debate due to tight deadlines for voting on the constitutional changes by August 24.
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    Russia Demands Explanations from US and Turkey Over Weapons to Ukraine

    The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested explanations from the US and Turkey regarding their plans to supply weapons to Ukraine. The ministry warned that such actions would seriously harm Russia's relations with both countries and would not influence the course of the special military operation according to the Russian scenario. The planned weapons include ATACMS missiles, MLRS, and cluster munitions. Russia considers the combination of peacekeeping rhetoric with weapons supplies to Ukraine as undermining mutual trust.
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  9. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Iran to Maintain Relations with Afghanistan Despite Recognition Issue

    Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that it will continue and strengthen its relations with Afghanistan in various fields, regardless of the recognition issue with the Taliban. The spokesperson, Ismail Baqaei, described the recognition issue as a legal-political matter that will be decided upon once a consensus is reached. However, he emphasized that this issue should not hinder the continuation and development of comprehensive cooperation between the two countries.
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  10. SocietyLocal GovAfricaFraudSafety

    Eritrean Migrant Convicted of Raping Elderly Man Outside UK Church

    Bruke Desalagne, a 33-year-old Eritrean migrant, was convicted for raping an elderly man outside St John's Church in Harrow, north London. Desalagne dragged the heavily intoxicated victim off a bench and raped him on a grass verge for 20 minutes. The assault was partially captured on CCTV and a witness's phone. Desalagne initially claimed he was trying to help the victim. He will be sentenced in the autumn.
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  11. SocietyWhite-collar

    23 Dead in Truck-Bus Collision in Paraná

    A tragic accident occurred in Paraná, Brazil, early on Wednesday (19), when a minibus carrying patients collided head-on with a truck on BR-373 in Ipiranga. The minibus, operated by the Health Secretariat of Imbituva City Hall, was taking patients to hospitals in Greater Curitiba. The truck, unloaded and with plates from Erechim (RS), was traveling from Carambeí to Prudentópolis. The collision resulted in 23 fatalities, with most victims being in the minibus, including two children. Five people were injured and taken to hospitals in Ponta Grossa. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
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  12. PoliticsJudiciaryMiddle EastIsrael

    Israeli Attacks on Palestinians Escalate in West Bank

    Israeli forces and settlers have escalated their attacks on Palestinians and their properties in various areas of the West Bank. The attacks include raids on Palestinian cities and villages, demolitions of homes and facilities, seizures of land for settlement projects, and harsh measures against civilians. Israeli forces have also delivered notices to halt construction and demolish several homes. Meanwhile, settlers have closed roads, attacked citizens and their property, and begun land excavation and construction of new settler roads.
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  14. WorldMiddle East

    Russians Complain About Fuel Shortages Across Russia

    Russians across the country are complaining about fuel shortages and long queues at gas stations. Videos from different regions show people expressing their frustration. In Moscow, residents report that gas station boards indicate fuel availability, but none is actually present. The fuel crisis, which began in early August, is attributed to seasonal demand and repeated drone strikes on refineries. Export bans on gasoline and diesel have been extended to mitigate the situation.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Panama Extends Cuban Transit Visa Requirement Until 2029

    Panama has extended the validity of its transit visa requirement for certain Cuban citizens until 2029. The visa allows for a stay of up to 24 hours in Panama's airport while waiting for a connection or return to Cuba. The requirement does not apply to all Cuban travelers, including those returning to Cuba, holding a tourist or resident visa in Panama, having permanent residence in a third country, or holding a visa to enter their final destination.
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  16. SocietyLocal GovProtestAsia

    NDLEA Arrests India-Bound Businessman with Cocaine, Recovers N3.6bn Drugs

    The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested a 48-year-old businessman, Nwankwo Innocent Onyebuchi, at Lagos airport with 1.550kg of cocaine worth N23m. The suspect planned to sell the drugs in India for N100m. In separate operations, NDLEA seized N3.6bn worth of drugs, including codeine, cannabis, and opioids, across Nigeria. The agency also destroyed N301bn worth of illicit drugs in Lagos.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastWeather

    Vietnam Airlines Plane Overshoots Runway at Munich Airport

    A Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 bound for Hanoi overshot the runway during takeoff at Munich Airport, causing damage to the aircraft and runway. The plane circled over the area for over an hour to burn off fuel before making an emergency landing. All passengers and crew were unharmed. The incident is under investigation by the German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation.
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    Kurdistan Region PM Condemns Iranian Drone Attacks

    The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, has condemned drone attacks on his office and the residence of the head of the Kurdistan Region Security Council in Erbil province early Monday. The attacks, described as 'cowardly and unacceptable', were carried out by Iran and pose a direct threat to the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region.
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    Death of Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Sparks Media Scrutiny

    Following the death of Cambridge academic Jason Arday, who was embroiled in a plagiarism scandal, calls have been made for a public investigation into the role of media reporting. Arday, who resigned from his position at Cambridge University, was found dead recently. His death has been described as a 'tragedy' by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Public figures and friends of Arday have also called for a public inquiry into how the press reported on the case.
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