Lavrov: Russia may consider Britain as a party to the war in Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Russia may view Britain’s direct strikes on its territory as participation in the Ukraine war, amid UK drone supply warnings.
IAEA found ‘several tons of nuclear materials’ at an undeclared site in Syria
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi reports several tons of nuclear material found at an undeclared Syrian site, with Syrian officials saying it poses no danger and will remain under Damascus’ control.
Inflation in Venezuela reached 576% per year, becoming the highest in Latin America
Venezuela’s inflation hit 576% in July 2026, the highest in Latin America, amid new rental laws and earthquake recovery.
UAE urges population to immediately seek safe places due to ‘missile threats’
The UAE warned citizens on August 18 to move to the nearest safe, protected facility amid missile threats and clarified that any noises are from air‑defence interceptions. The statement also condemned Iran’s attack on ADNOC-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Quebec separatist party to postpone independence referendum until Trump’s term ends
This means that a PQ government will not put the independence question to a vote before January 20, 2029, when Trump’s term ends.
EU hopes Iceland referendum will boost support for bloc’s expansion
Iceland, a member of NATO, already has access to the EU’s single market through the European Economic Area.
Trump voted by mail in Florida Republican primaries despite opposing ‘corrupt’ mail‑in voting
This happened despite the fact that Trump has repeatedly criticized mail‑in voting and called for limiting its use ahead of the midterm elections in November.
Trump’s envoy condemned Israel’s strike on Syria: “unnecessary escalation”
Trump’s Syrian envoy denounced Israeli airstrikes as an unnecessary escalation, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and Israel over regional policy and peace plans.
Fuel crisis in Russia intensifies: gasoline and diesel available at only 28% of gas stations
This was reported by the pro-government newspaper “Izvestia”, which analyzed the service’s data.
Trump stated that there are no negotiations with Iran, and the Strait of Hormuz is open
At the same time, Iran announced the shipping route will stay closed until the US meets the conditions of the temporary agreement.