Putin Pledges Increased Strikes in Ukraine and Support for Iran

The Russian president promised continued retaliation against the Ukrainians and “full solidarity” with Iran.
Germany blames Russia for drone attack at Leipzig airport
Government says ‘dangerous behaviour’ is part of effort by Moscow to cause damage with hybrid attacksThe German government has blamed Russia for the drone attack on Leipzig airport last month, calling it “dangerous…
Honduran Court Clears Ex-President Juan Orlando Hernández

President Trump’s decision set Juan Orlando Hernández free in December. On Tuesday, a court dismissed money laundering and fraud charges against him, effectively making him a free man.
Weeks After Failed Drone Attack, Germany Points Finger at Russia

The country said Moscow was behind an explosive-laden drone found near a Ukrainian plane at a German airport last month. President Vladimir Putin of Russia called the accusation “a grave mistake.”
Cup noodles made with cold water? BBC tries Japan's viral snack

The BBC’s Tokyo correspondent Kurumi Mori tries Japan’s latest food trend, instant noodles made using cold water.
US strikes Iran as state media reports four killed at wedding party

Iranian news agencies said retaliatory missile and drone attacks on US targets had begun.
Israeli Authorities Charge 12 Guards in Beating Death of Palestinian Prisoner

The rare prosecution comes amid widespread reports from rights groups about mistreatment in Israeli detention centers, where, activists say, scores of Palestinians have died since October 2023.
Ariana Grande completes tour and steps back from public life

The star makes an emotional farewell as she wraps up a tour she’s described as her “last hurrah”.
Germany says Russia behind Leipzig airport drone attack

A drone carrying an explosive device was discovered at the airport close to Ukrainian cargo planes on 4 August.
Jurors in Lindsay Clancy trial deadlocked but judge asks them to keep trying

The Massachusetts mother is facing murder charges for killing her three children at their family home in 2023.