In the deadliest day for aid-seekers in over 21 months of war, at least 85 Palestinians were killed across Gaza while trying to reach food, according to the territory’s Health Ministry.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to discuss peace in Ukraine but remains resolute in achieving Russia’s objectives, according to the Kremlin. Meanwhile, President Trump has announced a tougher stance on Russia, signaling a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy.

Despite efforts by Syria’s Islamist-led government to enforce a ceasefire, the Druze region of Sweida remains engulfed in violence. Machinegun fire and mortar shelling continued after days of bloodshed, as Reuters reporters observed firsthand.

In Doha, Qatar, the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group pledged to sign a peace agreement by August 18, signaling a hopeful turn in their ongoing conflict.

In an unprecedented move, the U.S. Air Force is conducting its largest contingency exercise ever in the Pacific Theater. The operation tests rapid deployment and sustainment capabilities across vast distances, in collaboration with international partners from six nations.

A deadly stampede at a food distribution center in the Gaza Strip resulted in the deaths of 20 Palestinians, marking the first fatalities at the organization’s sites amid escalating tensions.

A recent US assessment reveals that only one of Iran’s three damaged nuclear sites has been permanently disabled, with the other two potentially resuming operations within months.

Russia targeted four Ukrainian cities overnight, injuring at least 15 people in attacks primarily aimed at energy infrastructure, officials reported.

Mike Waltz, President Trump’s former national security adviser, was intensely questioned during his Senate confirmation hearing for U.N. ambassador after officials inadvertently leaked sensitive military details about a Yemen strike to a reporter through a Signal group chat. The incident has raised serious concerns among lawmakers about the handling of classified information.

A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a fire at a missile battery factory in Lipetsk, Russia. The incident marks a noteworthy event amid the ongoing tensions between the two nations.

Despite recent controversies involving antisemitic responses, the Pentagon has entered into a $200 million agreement with Elon Musk’s xAI to adopt Grok, the company’s artificial intelligence system.

President Donald Trump announced Monday that European countries will purchase U.S.-made weapons to aid Ukraine in defending itself against Russia. The move signifies a collaborative effort to bolster Ukraine’s defense in its ongoing conflict.

Cash, the lifeblood of Gaza’s shattered economy, is in perilously short supply, forcing Palestinians to pay a steep price just to access essential funds. Amidst shortages of food, fuel, and medicine, the scarcity of cash adds another layer to the humanitarian crisis in the war-torn territory.

The European Commission is set to introduce a floating price cap on Russian oil, starting slightly above $45, in a move to strengthen sanctions. Aimed at adjusting with global oil price changes, the proposal faces caution from shipping nations and opposition from Slovakia, potentially challenging its implementation.

Jewish Australians are experiencing a heightened sense of fear following a surge in threats, vandalism, and violence linked to the Gaza conflict, reports antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal. The community feels “very unsafe” amid escalating hostilities.

The United States has restarted the flow of weapons to Ukraine, signaling a pivotal shift in foreign policy. In an unexpected move, President Trump announced plans to host a UFC fight at the White House, blending sports with the nation’s highest office.

The Trump administration has restarted weapon shipments to Ukraine after the Pentagon paused some deliveries last week. Two U.S. officials confirmed on Wednesday that weapons, including 155 mm munitions, are now heading into the country.

At least 40 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, including 10 family members sheltering in a tent. The strikes occurred as President Trump’s ceasefire efforts show no signs of progress.

Set against the backdrop of war-torn Zimbabwe in 1980, *’Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight’* unveils life through the innocent eyes of 7-year-old Bobo, living on a rural farm with her white English family amidst a nation’s pivotal transformation.

Set in 1980 Zimbabwe, “Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight” portrays the complexities of war and political change through the eyes of 7-year-old Bobo, offering a poignant glimpse into a volatile time.

As ceasefire talks gain momentum, Gaza mourns the loss of at least 40 Palestinians killed overnight, intensifying the desperate call for an end to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.