Petróleo dispara com tensão no estreito de Bab el-Mandeb após avanço houthi
Houthis aliados do Irã tomam porto no Iêmen e ampliam controle sobre o estreito de Bab el-Mandeb, rota crítica para petróleo global, causando disparada nos preços.
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Ukrainian drone attacks resumed in Moscow hours after a CIA director's visit, marking an intensification of aerial warfare. The strikes reflect Ukraine's expanded targeting strategy and willingness to risk civilian casualties.
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At least 24 children killed in stampede as fire engulfs schools in DR Congo
At least 24 schoolchildren died in a stampede fleeing a fire that engulfed two schools in rebel-held Bukavu, eastern DR Congo. The death toll may rise as hundreds of homes were also destroyed.
Canadá anuncia 254 milhões em defesa aérea e parceria centenária com Ucrânia
O Canadá anunciou 254 milhões de dólares em defesa aérea para a Ucrânia e assinou parceria de 100 anos com Kiev, comprometendo-se a fornecer um terço da produção de drones canadianos.
Moscow Alleges Ukraine Plot to Spark Russia-UK Conflict as Britain Warns of Russian Disinformation
Moscow claimed Ukraine planned to provoke conflict between Russia and Britain, while UK officials warned Russia uses disinformation to isolate Ukraine from international allies.
Gander's 9/11 Goodwill Tested by U.S.-Canada Trade Tensions
Gander, Newfoundland, which sheltered thousands of stranded passengers on 9/11, faces complicated anniversary commemorations as escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions cloud historical goodwill.
Houthis seize strategic Mokha port, moving closer to critical Red Sea chokepoint
Iran-backed Houthis captured the strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha from Saudi-backed forces, moving within 75km of the critical Bab al-Mandab Strait and escalating regional tensions.
Iran tensions drive US energy costs up $860 per household as diesel hits record highs
Geopolitical tensions with Iran are pushing US energy prices to unprecedented levels, with economists estimating households face $860 in additional annual energy costs and diesel prices reaching $6 per gallon for the first time.
Houthis seize Red Sea port of Mokha, edging closer to Bab al-Mandab Strait
Yemen's Houthis have captured the strategic Red Sea port of Mokha from Saudi-backed forces, moving closer to controlling a critical shipping strait and escalating regional conflict.
Algeria Closes Airspace to UAE Aircraft Amid Diplomatic Rupture
Algeria has closed its airspace to UAE-registered aircraft following a severance of diplomatic ties, though commercial flights remain exempt until their contract expires in 2026.
Al-Qaeda weakened but adapting: 25 years after 9/11, terror group survives through regional offshoots
25 years after 9/11, al-Qaeda's central leadership has been significantly weakened by counterterrorism efforts, but the organization survives through localized regional branches in Africa, Yemen, and Afghanistan that exploit local conflicts.
Canada Pledges C$350M Air Defense Package to Ukraine, Forges 100-Year Defense Pact
Canada announces a C$350 million air defense package for Ukraine and pledges to produce millions of drones, with one-third designated for Ukrainian forces, as President Zelenskyy visits to secure military support.
WNBA Caught in Culture War Crossfire as Politics Overshadow Play
Sports journalist Sabreena Merchant warns that culture war controversies around race and trans athletes are overshadowing the WNBA's exceptional athletic performances.
Houthis seize strategic Red Sea port, raising civil war fears in Yemen
Yemen's Houthi militia captured the strategic port city of Mokha, marking their largest territorial gain since a 2022 UN truce and intensifying fears of renewed civil war in the region.
Iran's Guards Direct Houthi Seizure of Red Sea Port, Tightening Strait Chokehold
Iran's Revolutionary Guards are directly mentoring Houthi forces to seize control of Yemen's Red Sea coast and the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with senior commanders overseeing attacks on Saudi Arabia and global shipping routes.
Goethe-Institut Closure in Russia Disrupts Language Learning, Exams and Cultural Ties
Germany's Goethe-Institut will close all three Russian branches by September 13 following escalating diplomatic tensions, disrupting language exams, education plans, and cultural ties for thousands of Russians.
Yemen Teeters on Brink as Houthis, Government, Iran and Saudi Arabia Escalate
Yemen risks renewed escalation as Houthi militia, the Yemeni government, Iran, and Saudi Arabia all have incentives to intensify their involvement in the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine's Arctic Drone Strikes Expose Vulnerabilities in Russia's Gas Infrastructure
Ukraine conducted its deepest attack into Russia, targeting Arctic gas infrastructure with drones, creating new risks for European natural gas markets amid ongoing peace negotiations.
Russian Orthodox Church sends medieval prince's relic to troops in Ukraine
The Russian Orthodox Church transported a fragment of 14th-century Prince Dmitry Donskoy's hand to troops in Russian-occupied Ukraine, framing the relic as spiritual reinforcement for soldiers and reflecting the church's deep alignment with the Kremlin's war effort.
Nato chief Rutte warns Russia's reckless actions strengthen European defence resolve
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned that Russia's escalating hybrid attacks across Europe and unrelenting assaults on Ukraine demonstrate desperation, but will only strengthen European commitment to defence spending and Ukrainian support.
North Korea deploys Ukraine war profits into military buildup and infrastructure
North Korea has received $7.7-14 billion from Russia for military support in Ukraine, funding nuclear weapons development, new warships, and infrastructure projects while creating economic vulnerabilities if the war ends.
Houthis seize strategic Red Sea city of Mocha, tightening grip on global trade route
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis seized the strategic Red Sea city of Mocha, expanding control over the Bab al-Mandeb strait and threatening global trade routes responsible for 10-12% of international commerce.
Documentary reveals Israeli military systems behind Gaza civilian killings
A new documentary featuring testimony from 24 Israeli military insiders details secret surveillance and targeting systems used in Gaza, premiered at Venice Film Festival competing for Golden Lion award.
ECB Raises Rates Again as Inflation Pressures Persist Amid Middle East Tensions
The European Central Bank raised interest rates for the second time this year to combat inflation exceeding 3% in the eurozone, driven by energy costs from Middle East geopolitical tensions.
Israeli strike kills family of four in Gaza, medics report
An Israeli strike killed two parents and two children in Gaza, according to local medical officials. The incident adds to ongoing casualties in the region.