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In Cambodia, Iran war forcing families to choose between school for kids or survival
Developing countries reliant on imported energy are most exposed to disruptions from the war, with girls more likely to be impacted in places that prioritize sons The post In Camb…
Conversations with an Executioner: a chilling classic reveals the mind of a Nazi mass murderer
Nearly 50 years after it was published, a book written by a Polish war hero, outlining his dialogue with an SS general cellmate has finally been translated into English In 1949, K…
Middle East crisis prompts Thailand to seek new energy sources — foreign minister
Sihasak Phuangketkeow noted that Thailand met about 50% of its energy needs through Middle Eastern countries
Hamas promises Trump envoy it will demilitarize Gaza – Axios
Hamas leaders have reportedly reaffirmed their commitment to demilitarize Gaza during talks with US presidential adviser Jared Kushner Read Full Article at RT.com
Monday briefing: What can Andy Burnham learn from Spain’s Pedro Sánchez?
In today’s newsletter: The Spanish prime minister has remade himself as Europe’s leading leftwing standard-bearer. Could his success offer the UK’s PM a route forward?Good morning…
Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, acting governor says
A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says.
Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea
President Trump explained the decision by saying South Korea had declined to help with the "denuclearization" of Iran and he cited his good relationship with North Korea's leader.
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes deadliest in its history
The outbreak was already the fastest growing on record, caused by a rare species of Ebola called Bundibugyo.
The Thai Government’s Myanmar Gambit Could Backfire on ASEAN
Bangkok's recent campaign of diplomatic outreach undermines the bloc's collective approach to the country's crisis.
South Korea, US conducting exercises as planned — news agency
Earlier, US President Donald Trump stated that he had ordered a reduction in the scale of the exercises
Record rains drench South Korean city as landslide kills one
It comes as large swathes of East and South East Asia have been pummelled by dats of heavy rain.
Trump praises Mecca Agreement as sign of unity among Middle Eastern countries
The US leader stressed that it shows how the Middle East is coming together, and how countries will finally be able to defend themselves in a more meaningful way
Iran places $30,000 bounty on US soldiers
Iran has offered a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing US troops as Washington reportedly weighs possible ground operations Read Full Article at RT.com
Italy’s mythic ‘month off’ in August was hard won. It would be good for us all | Jamie Mackay
The villeggiatura, a month-long break, was popularised in the 1960s when trade unions were strong – and so was economic productivityOn the Riviera di Ponente, sandwiched between t…
Iraq’s impossible predicament: why the country is trapped between Iran and the US – podcast
With the outbreak of this year’s war, Iraq’s balancing act between the two antagonists has collapsed, exposing a perilously fragile stateBy Ghaith Abdul-Ahad. Read by Mo AyoubThe …
Iran prepares to resume conflict with US — newspaper
The newspaper noted that Tehran believes that the memorandum signed was likely just an attempt by the US and Israel to take pressure off the global economy and buy time for a bigg…
Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks yet on Russia, killing at least 6
Hundreds of drones target Moscow, as Russian strikes hit Kyiv; NATO fighter jet intercepts drone in Romanian airspace The post Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks y…
Ukraine has over hundred nationalist battalions — French expert
Laurent Braillard said that he counted the equivalent of 106 battalions across 85 units
India’s Collapsing Roads and Highways Dent Modi Government’s Image
It has built dozens of expressways and highways at enormous cost. But these have not survived the stress test of even the season's first rains.
Extreme Heat Is Hurting South Asia’s Economies. Here’s How Much.
Multiple reports highlight alarming loss of wages and work hours due to extreme heat.
Takaichi has no right to criticize Putin for his visit to Iturup — news outlet
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has the cheek to lecture Russia about 'hurting Japanese feelings,' while Tokyo has the blood of Russian civilians on its hands by supporting…
Trump cheers defense pact between Saudis, Turkey and Pakistan: ‘The Mideast is coming together’
US president says the agreement is 'BIG, BOLD, IMPORTANT FIRST STEP' toward having countries 'finally being able to defend themselves in a more meaningful way' The post Trump chee…
Ukrainian forces tried to flee Rybalskoye through tunnels dug under houses — serviceman
The battlegroup East’s assault troops were located a few dozen meters from the Ukrainian fighters attempting to flee and were covertly monitoring their movements
Joint Resource Exploration With China a ‘Possibility’ Before 2028, Philippine President Says
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that Manila and Beijing have made progress in energy talks, despite the ongoing tensions in the South China Sea.