Summary of global news: Strikes near Kiev, Putin on Russian defense, Zelensky on Ukrainian conflict, Khan's ICC removal, EU sable fur sanctions avoided, and various geopolitical tensions.
A 25-year-old Irish law student, Isobella Perrie Sullivan, has been charged with possession of explosives after a sophisticated bomb was intercepted near the UK-Irish border, intended for an under-car attack in Northern Ireland.
La policía de la República de Irlanda interceptó un "artefacto explosivo significativo", el más potente en 10 años, en un coche cerca de la frontera con Irlanda del Norte. Dos personas fueron detenidas, sospechosas de ser militantes nacionalistas disidentes opuestos a la paz.
Romania shot down a foreign drone near Padina on Friday, marking its first such interception, intensifying concerns over NATO's eastern flank security amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict and previous airspace breaches by suspected Russian UAVs.
Irish police intercepted an "extremely significant" car bomb with suspected military-grade explosives near the Irish border in Co Monaghan, targeting dissident republicans. Two suspects, a woman in her twenties and a man in his forties, have been arrested.
Irish police intercepted a car carrying an "extremely significant" bomb in County Monaghan, preventing an attack in Northern Ireland. A woman was charged, a man remains in custody, and the New IRA is suspected of responsibility.
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet shot down a drone that entered the country's airspace near Padina, 90 km northeast of Bucharest. An investigation has been launched into the incident, which marks the third drone incursion into Romania in two months, following previous incidents involving Ukrainian naval drones and a Russian 'Geran-2' kamikaze drone.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting 571 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions, the Sea of Azov, and the Black Sea. Attacks targeted civilian infrastructure in St. Petersburg, Leningrad, and Tver regions, causing fires, structural collapses, and injuring three people. The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal probe into the incident.
The Russian Defense Ministry reported intercepting 571 Ukrainian drones over various Russian regions and seas on July 23-24, marking one of the most massive attacks this year. Targeted areas included Belgorod, Moscow, and Crimea, with previous large-scale attacks occurring in June and May.
India's DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (LR-SAM) Kusha from APJ Abdul Kalam Island. This marks a significant step in developing an indigenous long-range air defence shield, aiming to rival systems like Russia's S-400 Triumf and the US MIM-104 Patriot.
A Saudi-owned vessel was attacked in the Red Sea, causing a fire, confirmed by Saudi state media. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi group claimed responsibility, stating it launched missile and drone attacks on two Saudi oil tankers as part of a 'maritime blockade' linked to the US-Iran conflict, raising concerns about escalating regional tensions and global oil supply disruption.
Ukrainian drone attacks across multiple Russian regions resulted in the interception of 223 drones. However, attacks in Voronezh and Crimea caused two deaths, including a three-year-old boy, and injured several others, including children, also leading to power outages and infrastructure damage.
Uma investigação da DRFC revelou que uma quadrilha especializada em roubo de cargas de medicamentos praticou mais de 50 assaltos em 3,5 anos, causando prejuízo de R$ 30 milhões e comprometendo o abastecimento público. A polícia prendeu três suspeitos, incluindo o chefe do esquema em São Paulo, e busca um foragido.
Staff at Penal Colony No. 17 in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, intercepted a cat attempting to smuggle banned substances in two fabric collars for inmates. The Federal Penitentiary Service (FSIN) confirmed the cat was caught, its collars removed, and the narcotics verified by a sniffer dog before the animal was released unharmed.
Le Parquet national antiterroriste (Pnat) a ouvert une enquête préliminaire pour des faits présumés de tortures subies par des participants d'une flottille pour Gaza, dont la députée LFI Marie Mesmeur, lors de leur interception et détention par les autorités israéliennes.
Jordan's air defense intercepted Iranian missiles targeting its territory, with no injuries reported. This comes amidst heightened regional tensions, recent US casualties in Jordan from Iranian strikes, and Jordan's diplomatic efforts to end attacks while balancing its US alliance and strained relations with Israel.
As forças americanas atacaram o Irã pelo nono dia consecutivo, enquanto o Irã relatou a explosão de dois petroleiros no Estreito de Ormuz e alegou ter atacado bases dos EUA na Jordânia, Kuwait e Síria. O conflito intensifica-se após o colapso de um cessar-fogo, elevando os preços do petróleo e a tensão regional.
Estados Unidos e Irán intensifican su ofensiva militar en Oriente Próximo tras la muerte de tres soldados estadounidenses en la región. Los ataques mutuos han provocado el bloqueo del estrecho de Ormuz, afectando el comercio global y los precios del petróleo, mientras Jordania convoca al encargado de negocios iraní.
Lockheed Martin announced plans to develop and manufacture a new air defense weapon with US and European partners, with initial production expected within 36 months, capitalizing on Europe's rearmament boom fueled by the war in Ukraine.
Os EUA atacaram um canteiro de obras nuclear iraniano em Darkhoveyn, levando o Irã a retaliar com ataques a bases militares dos EUA na Jordânia, Kuwait e Bahrein. A AIEA investiga o ataque, enquanto o conflito no Oriente Médio se intensifica com acusações mútuas de violações de acordos.
The US is increasingly concerned about Iran's growing effectiveness in penetrating its air defenses in the Middle East, following a deadly missile and drone strike on a military base in Jordan that killed two American service members and left one missing.
Russia launched one of its heaviest attacks on Ukraine, firing over 40 missiles and 120 drones, damaging residential buildings in Kyiv, killing one and wounding 15. Ukraine reiterates pleas for more air defense interceptors and tougher EU sanctions.
A Polícia Civil apreendeu um caminhão com combustíveis e insumos destinados a garimpos ilegais na Terra Indígena Sararé, Mato Grosso. A região enfrenta conflitos por exploração de ouro, com 24,9% do território estadual sob influência de processos minerários.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei threatens the U.S. with 'unforgettable lessons' after a seventh night of U.S. strikes. Iran suspends commitments to the recent MOU, and the conflict escalates with new fatalities, disrupted shipping, and regional attacks.
