South Sudan aid worker deaths hit record as violence escalates
At least 36 aid workers killed in South Sudan since January, surpassing 2025's toll, as attacks on humanitarian operations surge.
International Relations
US Alerts on Siemens Device Vulnerabilities Amid Water Plant Cyberattacks
US agencies warn of hackers targeting Siemens devices used in water systems, as recent attacks on local utilities raise Iran-linked concerns.
Black Sea grain exports grind to halt as attacks shut ports
Attacks on shipping have halted over 97% of Russia and Ukraine's Black Sea grain exports, driving global wheat prices up.
Indonesia seizes 2.6 tonnes of liquid meth in major maritime bust
Indonesian authorities seized 2.6 tonnes of liquid methamphetamine from a ship off Sumatra and detained 10 Myanmar crew members in a major trafficking bust.
Ukraine's Parliament Confirms Khmara as New Defence Minister
Ukraine's parliament has approved Maj. Gen. Yevhenii Khmara as defence minister, following a broader leadership reshuffle by President Zelenskyy.
Israel Opens Criminal Probes Into Deaths of Hind Rajab, Paramedics
Israel's military has launched criminal investigations into the deaths of five-year-old Hind Rajab, her family, and 15 Palestinian paramedics in Gaza.
Suspected arson at Milrem site fails to halt Ukraine robot deliveries
Estonian defence contractor Milrem Robotics says suspected sabotage at its Tallinn site has not disrupted deliveries of robotic vehicles to Ukraine.
After Indonesia Quake, Grandmother Rebuilds Life Around Orphaned Granddaughter
A grandmother in Indonesia recounts how her son-in-law died shielding his daughter in a quake, and her struggle to care for the child.
Canada Condemns Israeli Incursion, Pledges Fresh Aid for Lebanon
Canada's development secretary condemns Israel's ground operation in Lebanon and announces new humanitarian funding during a Beirut visit.
Kim Yo Jong Rejects Zelenskiy's Claim of 50,000 More North Korean Troops for Russia
Kim Yo Jong denies Ukraine's claim that North Korea plans to send 50,000 more troops to Russia, calling it groundless.
Australia forces Roblox to tighten child safety in court-backed deal
Australia's eSafety regulator has secured a court-enforceable undertaking from Roblox to strengthen protections against child grooming and exploitation.
Israeli Strikes Kill 10 in Gaza Amid US Push to De-escalate
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 10 in Gaza, including two Hamas commanders, despite US calls to reduce attacks.
Putin admits Ukrainian strikes harm Russia but downplays impact
Putin acknowledges Ukrainian strikes on Russian infrastructure cause harm, while insisting they have no critical consequences.
Germany Condemns Ben-Gvir Remarks, Warns Against West Bank Annexation
Germany strongly condemned Israeli minister Ben-Gvir's remarks and settlement expansion plans, warning against steps toward West Bank annexation.
China urges global pushback against Japan's right-wing drift
China's Foreign Ministry has called on the international community to jointly resist what it terms the dangerous pursuit of right-wing forces in Japan.
UN Rights Chief Voices Alarm Over Zambia Opposition Arrests
UN rights chief concerned over arrests of Zambian opposition officials after disputed election.
Yangtze River Delta posts record foreign trade in first seven months
The Yangtze River Delta's foreign trade hit a record 11.41 trillion yuan in Jan-July, up 18.9% year-on-year.
Palestinian-American returns to West Bank home as settler siege enters 11th day
A Palestinian-American returned to his West Bank village home to shield it from settlers, but Israeli troops have confined him to his property.
Deadly Gaza strikes raise fresh doubts over ceasefire efforts
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 10 in Gaza, undermining US-brokered ceasefire talks and drawing fresh international concern.
Trump Halts Iran Negotiations as Tehran Denies Direct Talks
Trump suspends Iran talks, demanding renewed willingness; Tehran denies direct dialog, citing US violation of June MoU.