UK to Share Storm Shadow Tech, Help Ukraine Build Long-Range Missiles
UK PM Burnham approves sharing Storm Shadow tech with Ukraine for domestic missile production; France pledges to accelerate deliveries.
International Relations
Two UN Peacekeepers Killed in Ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State
Two UN peacekeepers were killed and several others injured in an ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei state on Monday.
Iran's Escalation Playbook: Strait, Gulf States, and Cyber Fronts
Iran could escalate the Gulf crisis by tightening its chokehold on oil routes, striking Gulf infrastructure, or launching cyberattacks on the West.
Japan Plans AI Platform to Accelerate Materials Discovery Tenfold
Japan's METI plans an AI-driven platform to speed up materials development tenfold, seeking billions in next year's budget.
UK Pledges Missile Tech Transfer as Burnham Visits Kyiv on Independence Day
UK PM Burnham in Kyiv announces licensing agreement for Ukraine to produce long-range missiles, vowing continued support on Independence Day.
German Finance Minister Blames Trump's Iran War for Bond Yield Surge
Germany's finance minister attributes the recent spike in bond yields to global uncertainty caused by the US-Iran conflict.
Katyusha, Russia's First Born Panda, Marks Third Birthday in Moscow
Moscow Zoo celebrated Katyusha, Russia's first born panda, on her third birthday with cultural events and well-wishers.
Perm refinery shuts down after Ukrainian drone strike
Russia's Perm oil refinery has halted operations after a Ukrainian drone attack on August 21, damaging key processing units.
UK PM Burnham calls for deeper allied air defence support for Ukraine
British PM Andy Burnham urged allies to dig into air defence stocks to protect Ukraine from Russian missile attacks, and called for more sanctions on Russian energy.
US set to unveil sweeping Iran sanctions, warns trading partners
The US is set to announce expanded secondary sanctions on Iran's trading partners, threatening to cut them off from the dollar-based financial system.
Houthis Claim Attack on Tanker Off Saudi Port of Yanbu
Houthis say they attacked a ship off Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. UKMTO reported a tanker hit by a projectile; crew safe.
Prince Harry Ends Decade-Long Tenure on African Parks Board
Prince Harry is leaving the African Parks board after 10 years, as the nonprofit announces new appointments and a governance refresh.
UK PM Burnham Pledges Full Support to Ukraine on First Overseas Visit
UK PM Andy Burnham's first overseas trip is to Kyiv, where he pledged to honour all UK commitments to Ukraine in full.
UK to Share Missile Tech With Ukraine for Local Production
Britain will share classified missile component details with Ukraine to enable local assembly of long-range SCALP missiles, a move that could boost Kyiv's strike capabilities.
Amputee Veterans Finish 1,500-km 'Iron Week' Race for Ukraine's Independence Day
Ukrainian amputee veterans completed a 1,500-km endurance race around the country to mark Independence Day, ending with a lake swim near Kyiv.
Germany Pledges Continued Support for Ukraine on 35th Independence Day
Germany reaffirms military aid and security guarantees for Ukraine on its 35th Independence Day, citing Kyiv's courage and readiness for ceasefire talks.
Trump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Vehicles, Parts, and Steel Amid Canada Trade Breakdown
President Trump announced plans to raise US tariffs on cars, trucks, parts, and steel to 50% from 2027, following the collapse of trade talks with Canada.
Amid Gaza City Ruins, Displaced Families Shelter in Tents
Displaced Palestinians in Gaza City are living in tents among the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli airstrikes during the conflict with Hamas.
EU Pledges Unwavering Support to Ukraine on Independence Day
European Council President Costa visits Kyiv on Ukraine's Independence Day, pledging continued EU support and security guarantees.
Ukraine Widens Drone Campaign Against Russian E-Commerce Giant Ozon
Ukraine has struck six Ozon warehouses in three days, causing shares to plunge nearly 30% as Kyiv widens its drone campaign against Russian e-commerce.