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Syrian court sentences Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for war crimes
A Syrian court sentenced former president Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country’s 14-year civil war.
Zhu Rongji, who helped turn China into a trading giant, dies at 97
Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, a major architect of China’s economic reforms and WTO entry, has died at age 97. He served as premier from 1998-2003 and transformed China into a manufacturing powerhouse.
US inflation eases as food and fuel costs cool
U.S. inflation eased to 3.4% year-over-year in July as food and energy prices moderated, though month-to-month increases in housing costs offset some gains.
Iran remains defiant as it vows to fight US until demands met
Iran’s new security chief declares the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US ends military operations, lifts its blockade, releases frozen assets, and agrees to regional ceasefires.
WHO chief says Trump vaccine push goes against ‘decades of evidence’
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus criticized President Trump’s vaccine policy overhaul, stating it contradicts decades of scientific evidence and that vaccination decisions should be guided by science, not politics.
Trump remarks on diminishing impact of pro-Israel groups in Congress
President Trump remarked that pro-Israel lobbying groups have lost significant influence in Congress compared to previous decades, citing shifts in Democratic and Republican support.
White House construction project to cost almost $1bn
The Trump administration is spending nearly $1 billion on White House construction projects including a new ballroom, funded through federal accounts, security agencies, and private donations amid legal and ethical concerns.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak set to become deadliest on record, WHO warns
The Democratic Republic of the Congo faces a rapidly spreading Ebola outbreak that could become the deadliest on record, according to the World Health Organization.
Iraq says September 30 withdrawal deadline for US-led coalition ‘final’
Iraq’s Prime Minister states the September 30 deadline for US-led coalition withdrawal is final, marking the end of foreign military presence in the country following decades of involvement.
Mass evacuations in Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin brings more torrential rain to China
Thousands of people have been evacuated from Beijing as Typhoon Dolphin’s remnants bring torrential rain to northern and central China, with forecasters warning of over 150mm rainfall in 24 hours.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine has sent proposals to US to end war with Russia
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv has submitted new proposals to the United States aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia, as US negotiators prepare potential visits to both countries.
Why have several nations raised red flags over Indian farm exports?
Japan, China, and other nations have suspended or restricted Indian agricultural exports citing quality and safety concerns, exposing gaps between India’s production capacity and the stringent traceability and certification standards demanded by premium global markets.
Lake Kariba tragedy: At least 15 die as Zimbabwe boat sinks with dozens on board
At least 15 people died after a boat capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe on Tuesday, with authorities reporting the vessel may have been overloaded and rescue operations ongoing.
Israeli government accused of complicity as settlers demolish Jericho homes
Israeli settlers have demolished Palestinian homes in Jericho’s Ein al-Duyuk area under military escort, with authorities accused of circumventing court orders by deputizing settlers to carry out demolitions.
Clacton by-election: Farage may win the town, but can he win the country?
Reform UK faces financial scandals and declining poll numbers despite its leader Nigel Farage expected to win a by-election in Clacton-on-Sea this week.
Ukraine’s strikes on Russia’s Wildberries ‘aren’t about the front line’
Ukraine has launched dozens of drone strikes against Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, targeting warehouses across the country in what analysts say reflects Kyiv’s strategy to disrupt the Russian economy rather than military operations.
Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran to step down in February
Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran announced he will not seek reappointment when his term ends in February, citing lack of board consensus on a five-year extension and internal governance tensions.
David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Wisconsin governor primary
David Crowley wins Wisconsin Democratic primary for governor, defeating progressive candidate Francesca Hong in a surprising result that breaks a streak of left-wing primary victories across the nation.
China’s courts side with workers displaced by AI, but job anxiety persists
Chinese courts have ruled in favor of workers displaced by AI, ordering companies to provide severance and retraining rather than dismissals, though job anxiety persists amid rapid AI adoption.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia bans voting against the war
Russia’s supreme court banned the country’s only remaining anti-war party, Yabloko, from participating in September parliamentary elections, eliminating the last ballot option for voters opposing the conflict.
Houthis reportedly kill six in first deadly attack since start of Iran war
Six people were killed and ten injured when Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis struck a cargo ship in the Red Sea with ballistic missiles, marking the group’s first deadly attack on a vessel since the start of recent regional hostilities.
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