Africa
Russia lures Africans with promises of jobs and education; some have been killed or gone missing. Captives include citizens of 15 countries.
A 65-year-old relative of Ebola’s first victim has died in Kenya. Seven patients are receiving treatment; the cases remain within a single cluster.
France has recorded the first human infection with the Shamonda virus; the patient died. Authorities said there is no threat to the population.
The WMO forecasts an extremely strong El Niño peaking in December. The phenomenon could cause floods, droughts and famine for 50 million people.
The European Parliament discussed protecting shipping after six attacks by allegedly Russian drones in ten days. The EU will strengthen monitoring and pressure.
Five people were hospitalized after contact with a patient suspected of having monkeypox. They have no symptoms, and their tests are still being checked.
Russia's blocking of maritime grain exports could trigger a crisis in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East within a month or two.
Resolution No. 875 requires a 20% advance payment before authorization to export weapons. Manufacturers are calling for the rules to be changed due to the loss of foreign customers.
On October 1, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Defenders, the Day of the Cossacks, Veterans Day, and the Feast of the Protection of the Holy Virgin. Around the world, older people, music, and coffee are honored.
Firefighting aviation operations require special training. For several years now, Ukraine's H3Operations has been involved in such operations in Greece.
Russia brought foreign media workers to occupied Donetsk for staged visits. The Center for Countering Disinformation called it an operation to legitimize the occupation.
The attacks have reduced grain supplies from Ukraine and Russia, pushing wheat prices to a three-year high. The EU warns of a global crisis.
The Foreign Minister said that Russian Houses are used for disinformation, destabilization, and espionage. Ukraine has appealed to governments around the world.
According to CNN, Ukraine is using its military experience to protect its interests and prepare partners to counter Shahed drones.
The Houthis seized Perim Island and tightened their control over Bab el-Mandeb. Saudi Arabia asked the United States for help but received only intelligence.
164 countries supported the use of Equal Earth maps, which more accurately represent the sizes of the continents. The United States voted against the resolution.
Wheat in Chicago rose to its highest level since July 2023. The market fears export disruptions due to a new escalation of the war.
The peak of the partial eclipse will occur at 07:12 Kyiv time, but it will not be fully visible in Ukraine. The phenomenon will last 5 hours and 38 minutes.
A lunar eclipse will occur on the night from Thursday to Friday. It will last 5.5 hours and will be visible to billions of people.
Zelenskyy informed Guterres about Russian strikes and civilian casualties. The parties discussed attacks on ports and the threat of rising prices.
A study by Arctic Wolf Networks found that the Chinese LightSpy platform is being used in 13 countries for surveillance. It enables data theft, and its infrastructure comprises 117 servers.
In the coming days, temperatures in Ukraine will reach 35-38 degrees, with possible temperature records. The heat will subside on August 7-9, giving way to thunderstorms, downpours, and hail.
Ferrari’s order book is fully booked through 2027, so new buyers will receive their cars only in 2028. The company’s operating profit rose by 9.5% despite a 3.7% reduction in deliveries.
The UN's World Meteorological Organization stated that the El Niño phenomenon is rapidly intensifying and will cause extreme weather events. The UN Secretary-General urged countries to accelerate the fight against climate change.
The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond program of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries. The rule will take effect on August 3, with most countries on the list being African.
Despite the increase in forest fires in Europe and North America, global carbon emissions from fires have become the lowest in 25 years. This is due to a record reduction in fires in Africa and Asia.
At the San Marco monastery in Florence, a 19th-century recipe was discovered containing coca leaves and kola nuts. These ingredients were later used by John Stith Pemberton to create the predecessor of Coca-Cola.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Russian attacks on civilian vessels threaten global food security. He called on the world to show solidarity and stop the terror.
Ukraine has requested an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council on July 27 due to russian attacks on civilian vessels in the Black Sea. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha stated that russia is holding global food security hostage.
In 2025, extreme weather in Africa killed 3,000 people. The continent is warming faster than the rest of the world, and glaciers have lost 90% of their area.