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The recent public meeting of the C.I.A. and MI6 chiefs highlighted the significant tactical success of Ukraine's Kursk offensive, challenging Putin's narrative. They warned of Iran potentially transferring missiles to Russia and described Russia's advances in Ukraine as 'pyrrhic'. Emphasizing the critical need for collaboration to combat ruthless sabotage campaigns, they pointed out unprecedented threats from Russia, China, and the Middle East. The CIA boss asserted that the West should not be..

A 26-year-old American activist of Turkish origin was killed by Israeli army gunfire during protests against settlement expansion in Nablus. US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller and US Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew condemned the incident. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry and Hamas also condemned the murder and called for accountability before international courts. This comes as the Israeli army withdraws from Jenin following a large-scale military operation in the West Bank. Advocates..

A deadly shooting attack at a school in Georgia claimed four fatalities and nine injured. Republican vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance described shootings during an appearance in Phoenix, Arizona as 'the fact of life' and campaigned for more security instead of gun restrictions. The Democrats sharply criticized this. Corresponding initiatives fail due to the resistance of conservative Republicans and the powerful gun lobby. In the state of Michigan, parents were convicted for the first time..

Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to a revised federal indictment accusing him of attempting to overturn his defeat in the 2020 election. The plea was entered at a court hearing in Washington. The case is focused on how it should proceed after the Supreme Court ruled that former presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution. Trump's lawyers argue that the case is illegitimate and unfair, but the judge rejects these claims. Prosecutors have updated the indictment to focus..

The USA is imposing sanctions on individuals and organizations spreading disinformation on behalf of Russia to undermine confidence in US elections. Russia uses AI, deep fakes, and recruits unwitting American influencers. They interfered in the 2016 and 2020 elections in favor of Trump, but there was not enough evidence of illegal collusion. The US seized domains, charged Russian state media employees, and offered a cash reward for information on foreign election interference. FBI suspects Rus..

The Russian government has criticized the new US sanctions against its state-funded broadcaster RT as part of an 'information campaign' orchestrated by the US ahead of the November presidential election. The Russian government is preparing a strong reaction to this move. The US Justice Department announced criminal charges against two RT employees in Russia and imposed sanctions on several responsible individuals and organizations associated with the Russian state broadcaster, accusing them of..

The US government has called on both Israel and Hamas to show flexibility in reaching a ceasefire agreement in the conflict. The spokesperson for the US State Department, Matthew Miller, stated that there are still dozens of hostages in Gaza waiting for an agreement that will allow them to return home. He emphasized that it is time to finalize this agreement. Both sides need to find reasons to say yes instead of no and demonstrate flexibility. The US government will continue working with media..

Nvidia faces a DOJ antitrust probe over AI chip dominance, resulting in a $279 billion stock market plunge, raising concerns over preferential treatment and market control. The US Justice Department investigates Nvidia's RunAI acquisition, pricing strategies, and customer prioritization, impacting its leading position in AI hardware. Despite record sales, Nvidia's stock declines, signaling potential challenges ahead. Experts warn of a market cycle peak, with implications for broader stock trends..

Former New York Deputy Governor Linda Sun is accused of being a Chinese agent in her $30 million home. It is alleged that she blocked Taiwan government's requests to meet with high-level New York bureaucrats and interfered with statements about China. Her husband Chris Hu is accused of bank fraud, money laundering, and identity theft. Sun had resigned from her position in March 2023. Governor Kathy Hochul's office stated that Sun was hired years ago and her employment was terminated when her m..

Following an attack on two U.S. Marines in Izmir by a nationalist youth group, the US Embassy expressed gratitude towards Turkish authorities for swiftly intervening and apprehending the attackers. The incident, involving members of the Turkish Youth Union (TGB), occurred during a port visit of the USS Wasp after joint training exercises. The TGB, a group advocating for national independence and Republican Revolutions, has been linked to similar actions in the past. The motive behind the attack..

The US has seized a Dassault Falcon 900EX jet aircraft worth $13 million on the grounds that sanctions and export control laws were violated. The plane was illegally purchased through a Caribbean-based shell company and exported from the US to Venezuela in April 2023. Maduro had used the plane for his foreign trips, including to Guyana and Cuba. This development came after the President of the National Electoral Council (CNE), Elvis Amoroso, announced on July 28 that Maduro had won the elections..

A joint operation by US and Iraqi forces in western Iraq resulted in the death of 15 Islamic State (ISIS) members, including key leaders. The raid targeted ISIS strongholds in Anbar, with no civilian casualties reported. The militants were heavily armed with weapons, grenades, and explosive belts. The US has around 2,500 troops in Iraq and 900 in Syria as part of the global coalition against ISIS. Discussions between Baghdad and Washington continue regarding the gradual withdrawal of coalition..

Former President Donald Trump faces a 34-count guilty verdict in New York for falsifying business records to conceal an extramarital affair from his 2016 campaign. Trump seeks to transfer the case to a federal court to challenge his conviction and delay sentencing. His lawyers claim bias and unconstitutionality, citing pre-presidency actions. The move aims to halt the imminent sentencing by Judge Juan Merchan. Trump's legal tactics indicate a bid to evade potential lengthy imprisonment over hush..

Vice President Kamala Harris launched a scathing attack on Donald Trump's candidacy in a campaign rally in Savannah, Georgia. She accused him of wanting to restrict abortion access, cut Social Security and Medicare, and grant tax breaks to big corporations and billionaires. Harris pledged to appoint a Republican to her cabinet, rejected Trump's questioning of her racial identity, and criticized his plan for across-the-board tariffs on imported goods. The audience expressed their support with c..

J.D. Vance, Trump's deputy, faced boos during his speech at the firefighters' union in Boston. Vance and Trump are seeking support from unions, but Vance's campaign has been plagued by controversies, such as disparaging remarks about childless women and an awkward appearance at a donut shop. The Democratic vice-presidential candidate, Tim Walz, was better received by the union. The firefighters' union's endorsement could be crucial for the Democrats in key states like Michigan, Ohio, and Penns..