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Russia's ballistic missile attacks are causing record civilian casualties in Ukraine, while Kyiv's long-range strikes destroy fuel infrastructure and weaken Russia's economy. A top Russian economist was dismissed after warning of a social crisis risk.
FIFA has handed severe suspensions to Argentina players Leandro Paredes (10 matches), Nahuel Molina (7), and Thiago Almada (1) for their roles in a post-final brawl with Spain. The Argentine Football Association also faces fines totaling over $200,000 for various offenses, including political banners and racist chants.
The UN has sounded the alarm over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the death toll has exceeded 2,500 and the disease is spreading faster and wider. Attacks on health workers, funding shortages, and conflict are hampering containment efforts, raising fears of cross-border spread.
The US Treasury has officially reclassified Hezbollah as an Iranian proxy force and imposed sanctions on a network allegedly transferring hundreds of millions of dollars to the group. The move, announced on August 21, reflects years of documented integration between Hezbollah and Iran's Quds Force.
Israel has announced a tender for 1,234 homes in the occupied West Bank's E1 area, part of an illegal settlement expansion that critics say would split Palestinian territory and make a two-state solution impossible. The move has drawn widespread international condemnation, with several countries calling on Israel to withdraw the plan and warning companies against participating.
Russia says it is ready to consider new proposals to end the war in Ukraine as long as they align with President Vladimir Putin's goals and the battlefield situation. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stressed Moscow's openness to 'reasonable ideas,' while noting the U.S. has been distracted from mediation by its campaign against Iran.
Houthi attacks on al-Makha port in western Yemen have forced it to suspend operations, leaving 1,500 workers jobless and prompting traders to face higher costs and possible price hikes. Residents, including fishermen, are struggling to survive as food runs out and communication links are cut off.
Australian police have charged a 27-year-old dual Russian-Australian citizen with foreign interference over allegations he passed Ukrainian military information to individuals he believed were linked to Russian intelligence. The suspect, who joined Ukraine's military in May 2025, appeared in court in Brisbane on Friday. Authorities warned of a zero-tolerance policy for foreign interference.
Israel's plan to build a major new settlement in the occupied West Bank, known as E1, has drawn sharp condemnation from European nations, Canada, and others. Critics say the project would split the West Bank and undermine the prospects for a contiguous Palestinian state, while the UN and human rights groups highlight escalating displacement.
