Finnish President does not consider US questionnaire for NATO allies on support for Trump’s policy as pressure
Why the US is surveying allies
According to Stubb, most of the questions in the questionnaire relate to shaping the US defence strategy.
60 days of US‑Iran negotiations conclude: Memorandum expires amid failed peace process
The US‑Iran MoU signed on June 17 expired after a stalled 60‑day peace process, with disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, cease‑fire terms, and reconstruction funding leading to renewed hostilities.
Latvia demands €7 billion compensation from EU for costs of standing up to Russia
Latvia seeks €7 billion from the EU to cover military and economic costs related to its stance against Russia.
EU prepares record expansion of sanctions against Russia: about 1,600 individuals and companies could be affected
The European Union plans to expand sanctions against Russia, targeting about 1,600 individuals and companies.
Russia has created bases for drones that could threaten NATO countries
The Telegraph reports that Russia has built ten secret bases with new launch platforms for long‑range strike drones, posing a growing threat to NATO allies, including the possibility of reaching Warsaw.
Lula maintains lead over Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil elections — poll
Brazilian President Luís Inácio Lula da Silva leads Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in polls ahead of October elections.
Mediazona and BBC Russian Service identified over 239 thousand deceased Russian military personnel
The latest count covers confirmed cases of military deaths from February 24, 2022 to August 13, 2026.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person impersonating Trump’s chief of staff
Four officials confirmed to Politico that Burnham corresponded with someone who called themselves Susie Wiles before suspecting the deception.
Donald Trump threatens to bomb Oman if the country interferes with the blockade of Iranian ships
The war with Iran has been going on for almost six months, and its end is not yet in sight.
China and Egypt begin second joint air force exercises
The second joint exercises, known as “Eagles of Civilization 2026”, will take place in Egypt from mid-August to early September.