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Ukraine imposes sanctions on 94 "shadow fleet" captains from multiple countries
Ukraine has imposed sanctions on 94 individuals from Russia, Myanmar, Iran, Pakistan, China, India, Bangladesh and Georgia, as well as five oil transportation companies.
Iran moves to establish defence council amid tensions with Israel
Iran is preparing to establish a Defence Council amid heightened security concerns following the fragile ceasefire that ended a 12-day war with Israel.
Iran and Pakistan sign 12 MOUs to deepen bilateral ties
High-ranking officials from Iran and Pakistan signed 12 memoranda of understanding (MOUs) on August 3 during a visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Islamabad.
India will continue Russian oil imports despite Trump tariff threats
India will continue purchasing oil from Russia despite threats of penalties from US President Donald Trump, two Indian government sources speaking on condition of anonymity say.
Syria inaugurates Azerbaijan gas pipeline through Turkey
Syria has inaugurated a regional gas transmission line linking the country with Azerbaijan through Turkey.
Iran's Pezeshkian arrives in Lahore for two-day Pakistan visit
Iran's president is expected to meet to discuss security relations with the country's eastern neighbour following the devastating 12-day war with Israel.
Slovenia announces imposition of arms embargo on Israel
Slovenia imposed an embargo on exports, imports and transit of arms to Israel, becoming the first European country to take such action, Prime Minister Robert Golob announced following a government session.
India to continue buying Russian oil despite Trump's threats
Indian officials have said they would keep purchasing oil from Russia despite threats of penalties from US President Donald Trump.
Ukrainian drones strike Russian airfield and oil facilities
Ukrainian Security Service drones struck a military airfield used for storing and launching Shahed drones in Primorsko-Akhtarsk on August 2.
Yemeni Houthis target Tel Aviv airport with hypersonic "Palestine-2" missile
The Yemeni Houthi armed forces targeted Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv with a hypersonic "Palestine-2" missile, with the Israeli military saying the latest barrage was shot down.
Colombia's Álvaro Uribe sentenced to 12 years house arrest
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe Vélez was sentenced to 12 years house arrest for procedural fraud and bribery in criminal proceedings.
Trump orders nuclear submarine deployment amid escalating dispute with Russia's Medvedev
US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines following an escalating social media confrontation with Russia's number two.
If Kyiv doesn't want to deal with Moscow yet, Russia can wait, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow is prepared to wait if Kyiv believes it is not yet time to engage in negotiations, stating that Russia can be patient regarding the settlement process in Ukraine.
Saudi Flynas expects to carry tourists first on flights to Russia
Saudi Arabian airline Flynas expects to carry primarily tourists on flights to Russia, with the carrier planning to increase frequencies to several Russian regions.
Mexico's tariff reprieve masks deeper US trade coercion strategy
Mexico secured a 90-day extension from the US, delaying a 30% tariff on its exports. The July 31 deal, reached via a call between Sheinbaum and Trump, marks a tactical pause in rising US trade pressure.
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Bosnian Serb leader found guilty in historic court ruling
The verdict raises questions over the country’s future as a unified state nearly three decades after the 1995 Dayton Peace Agreement ended a bloody civil war.
Trump “disgusted” with Russia, as Kyiv strike heightens pressure for new sanctions
US President Donald Trump called Russia’s attacks on Ukraine “disgusting” in his most strongly worded criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin yet, and warned that Washington will impose new sanctions if no agreement is reached by August 8
US tariffs to hit Serbia hardest in Balkans, Trump confirms
Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina will be among the hardest hit under Trump's sweeping trade overhaul.
El Salvador removes presidential term limits as Bukele tightens grip on power
El Salvador's legislature has approved constitutional reforms that will allow President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite re-election, marking the latest step in what critics describe as the Central American nation's slide towards autocracy.
Indian state refiners halt Russian oil purchases as discounts narrow, Trump ramps up pressure
Indian state-run oil refiners have paused purchases of Russian crude over the past week amid shrinking discounts and renewed warnings from US President Donald Trump against buying energy from Moscow