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Russian officials report that a drone attack on a passenger bus in the Belgorod region on July 20 killed five civilians, including a minor. Meanwhile, satellite … Read more
The strikes follow Iranian attacks that killed U.S. personnel, escalating tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Central Command. The operation, described as aimed at … Read more
Ukrainian forces launched a massive drone strike against Moscow and surrounding regions on July 20, 2026, targeting logistics facilities and oil infrastructure. The operation, involving hundreds … Read more
Following Spain’s victory in the World Cup final, Palestinians in Gaza celebrated the result as a symbol of solidarity, contrasting their support for the Spanish team … Read more
A confrontation at the Second Thomas Shoal on Monday, July 20, resulted in a Philippine sailor suffering head injuries after a clash with Chinese Coast Guard … Read more
Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Campaign Against Moscow Ukraine launched a large-scale drone offensive against Moscow and the surrounding region between late Sunday and early Monday, deploying … Read more
North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui met with President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday, July 19, 2026. The two officials discussed the implementation of … Read more
Brazilian Security Forces Intensify Crackdown on Illegal Gold Mining in Sararé Territory Brazilian security forces have dismantled illegal mining camps within the Sararé Indigenous Territory, a … Read more
U.S. military forces conducted a five-hour strike campaign against Iranian military infrastructure on Monday night, marking the 10th consecutive night of attacks in the ongoing war. … Read more
Yemen’s Houthis declared a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, threatening to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and disrupt global trade, as tensions escalate in the Middle … Read more
At least 27 people died after the MV Barima ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana, with 83 others still missing, according to Prime Minister Mark … Read more
Yemen’s Houthis declared a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia on July 20, citing retaliation for a 12-year blockade that they claim has worsened Yemen’s humanitarian crisis. … Read more