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Russia launches large coordinated strike across Ukraine
Russian forces carried out one of their largest coordinated attacks on Ukraine, striking Kyiv and multiple regions simultaneously. The assault killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens more across the country. Ukrainian air defences were active throughout the night, but significant damage was reported in residential and infrastructure areas.
"A kind of apocalypse — that is how witnesses described the scale of the attack on Kyiv."
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House votes to limit Trump's Iran war authority
The US House of Representatives passed a resolution directing the Trump administration to end military operations against Iran, with a number of Republicans joining Democrats to secure the vote. The measure constrains the executive branch's ability to conduct further strikes without congressional approval. It marks a notable legislative check on presidential war powers, though its practical effect depends on Senate action and any White House response.
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Iran confirms Kuwait strike; US says attack failed
Iranian military forces confirmed an attack in the Gulf region, with the United States disputing its effectiveness. A cargo vessel was struck near an Iraqi port, leaving the crew reportedly unharmed. Separate figures indicate one person was killed and 63 wounded in related incidents. The exchange marks a further escalation of direct military action in the waterway.
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Netanyahu and Trump diverge on Iran military options
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Trump administration hold differing views on how to conclude hostilities with Iran, according to reports. Netanyahu has indicated that Trump will ultimately decide whether to resume large-scale military action. The disagreement reflects broader tension between Israeli strategic goals and US appetite for further regional escalation. Populations in southern Lebanon and northern Israel remain caught in the uncertainty.
"Netanyahu says Trump will decide on a return to large-scale military action against Iran."
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Brazilian banker names senator in plea deal
Banker Daniel Vorcaro has named Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in an updated plea bargain agreement, according to Brazilian outlets. Messages obtained by Intercept Brasil indicate Vorcaro prioritised a film project called Dark Horse after pressure from Flávio. The testimony, if accepted by prosecutors, could draw the senator deeper into ongoing investigations surrounding the Bolsonaro family.
"Vorcaro passed to treat the Dark Horse film as a priority after pressure from Flávio."
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Argentine teenager killed, dismembered in Córdoba
Agostina Vega, a 14-year-old girl from Argentina, was murdered and her body dismembered, according to reports emerging from Córdoba province. Authorities are investigating the case, and no suspect has been publicly named. The killing has drawn widespread attention in Argentina amid ongoing concern about violence against young women and girls.
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US Military Strikes Tanker Bound for Iran
The United States military fired a missile at a tanker vessel travelling toward Iran, citing a violation of a naval blockade on Iranian ports. The strike's location and the fate of the crew have not been confirmed in available reports. The action marks a significant escalation in US enforcement of restrictions on Iranian maritime trade. Details on the vessel's flag, ownership, and casualties remain unclear.
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Ukraine drone output reshapes war's economic front
Ukraine has scaled up domestic drone production to a level that allows sustained strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, including a pipeline, a refinery, and a fuel depot. The shift reflects a deliberate strategy to pressure Russia's logistics and fuel supply rather than contest territory directly. Analysts note the change marks a meaningful evolution in how Ukraine is prosecuting the conflict.
"Ukrainian drones have reached a pipeline, a refinery, and a fuel depot inside Russia, signalling a new phase in the war's economic dimension."
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China Rejects US Forced Labour Tariff Accusations
The United States proposed new tariffs citing forced labour concerns, and China has formally rejected the accusations as unfounded. Beijing criticised the move as a trade barrier dressed in human rights language. The dispute adds friction to an already strained trade relationship, with potential knock-on effects for Latin American exporters navigating shifting EU and US trade strategies.
"China rejects accusations of forced labour and criticises the new tariffs proposed by the United States."
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Brazil shifts tone as Trump tariff pressure mounts
The Brazilian government has adjusted its public position on trade negotiations after reading signals that the Trump administration may back measures targeting Brazilian exports. President Lula's team now appears to be seeking room for compromise rather than confrontation. The shift reflects broader pressure on emerging economies to accommodate Washington's tariff agenda ahead of upcoming diplomatic summits.
"The government changed its tone and sees Trump's approval in measures against Brazil."
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