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U.S. and Iran exchange military strikes as conflict escalates
The U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iranian military targets on Tuesday, prompting Iran to retaliate with missiles and drones across the region. Iranian officials reported that one U.S. strike hit a home hosting a wedding, killing five people and wounding dozens.
Why it matters
The renewed hostilities have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz shipping waterway, driving up global energy prices and posing political challenges for President Trump.
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Russian drone and missile strikes on Kyiv kill 12
Russia launched a barrage of drones and ballistic missiles at Kyiv and the surrounding region, killing at least 12 people and wounding over a dozen others. The overnight strikes hit a railway depot in the capital and a residential building in the nearby town of Boryspil.
Why it matters
The sustained aerial assault, marking a sixth consecutive night of attacks, targeted critical civilian and transport infrastructure as Ukrainian children prepared to return to school.
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Eurozone inflation rises to 3.3% in August
Eurozone annual inflation rose to 3.3% in August 2026, up from 2.9% in July, reaching its highest level in three years. The increase was primarily driven by a 14.3% surge in energy prices amid the war in Iran and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters
The European Central Bank is expected to raise interest rates by 0.25 percentage points at its September 10 meeting to contain these mounting price pressures.
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Ukraine warns airlines that Russian airspace is unsafe due to drone activity
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned airlines and insurers that Russian airspace is completely unsafe due to the presence of Ukrainian drones. He stated that these drones will remain in Russia's skies for the duration of the war.
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Germany blames Russia for attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport
The German government has officially blamed Russia for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport on August 4. Investigators discovered an explosive-laden drone near Ukrainian cargo planes, which failed to detonate due to a faulty mechanism.
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Death toll from Nepal-China glacial floods exceeds 1,000
The death toll from devastating Himalayan glacial floods along the Nepal-China border has surpassed 1,000 people. Rescue teams are searching through mud and debris for thousands of missing individuals, including workers trapped inside hydropower tunnels.
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German industry groups propose increasing work week to 40 hours
German industry groups, including major employers like Mercedes-Benz, are proposing to increase the standard work week to 40 hours. Under the proposal, employees would work longer hours for the same pay.
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Spanish police clear migrant encampment in Ceuta
Spanish police fired warning shots and used batons to clear thousands of migrants from an encampment next to Ceuta's city hospital. Prime Minister Pedro Snchez acknowledged that thousands of migrants remain in the territory, contradicting earlier official claims that the crisis was mostly over.
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US secures new pharmaceutical pricing and investment deals
The United States has secured nine new agreements with pharmaceutical companies to lower drug prices and boost domestic manufacturing. These deals bring the total to 26 agreements, securing at least $19.6 billion in pledged investments for new American facilities.
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IAEA confirms Syria attempted to construct nuclear reactor under al-Assad
The International Atomic Energy Agency confirmed that Syria attempted to build a nuclear reactor in Deir Az Zor under former President Bashar al-Assad. Inspectors visited the site and verified the presence of approximately 73 tonnes of natural uranium metal.