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46 people rescued from sunken ship in South China Sea

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Rescuers saved 46 people from a Vietnamese ship that sank in the South China Sea. The rescue was captured on video showing survivors being pulled from the water.

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A Vietnamese ship sank in the South China Sea.
46 people were rescued from the sunken vessel.
Rescuers used boats to pull survivors out of the water.
The rescue efforts were recorded on video.
The South China Sea is a busy and often disputed body of water.
The cause of the ship sinking was not mentioned.

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Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation

July 26, 2026 • BBC World

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A man suspected of carrying out an attack at the Berlin Pride event was shot and killed by police after he attacked them with a knife. The attack involved a van driving into a crowd and a stabbing, resulting in one death and at least 29 injuries. German officials called it an Islamist terror attack linked to the suspect’s past criminal activity and radicalization.

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The suspect was Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German citizen with Lebanese roots.
Ballout drove a white van into people near Tiergarten park on Saturday night, killing one woman and injuring at least 29 others.
After the van attack, Ballout stabbed several people and was shot dead by police in Berlin's Spandau borough.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the suspect had a history of crimes, radicalization, and ties to Islamist groups.
Ballout had traveled to Lebanon in 2025 intending to join Islamic State (IS) and was arrested and imprisoned briefly there.
He returned to Germany, was arrested and sentenced in 2025 for preparing a violent act but was on parole at the time of the attack.
Germany’s threat level was raised, and security advice was given to other regions.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the attack site and promised to protect freedom and oppose terrorism.

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Cuban president accuses US of genocide, seeking takeover

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel accused the United States of committing genocide against Cuba through harsh economic actions, including an oil embargo that has caused power outages and shortages. He said the US aims to take control of Cuba, while relations between the two countries remain tense and diplomatic talks have stalled.

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President Diaz-Canel called US actions "genocide" during a Cuban Revolution anniversary rally.
The US imposed an oil embargo on Cuba starting January 29, causing daily blackouts over 20 hours.
The embargo has led to economic problems like reduced work hours, stopped industrial production, and shortages of water and medicine.
Many businesses and payment companies, including Visa, Mastercard, and Air Canada, have left Cuba amid the crisis.
President Trump has said he would “take over” Cuba, increasing tensions between the two governments.
A US State Department report recently accused Cuba of spying and influence operations against the US and Latin America.
Former Cuban leader Raul Castro was indicted by the US for murder related to a 1996 plane incident; Cuba denies the accusations.
Talks between the US and Cuba have mostly stopped, and Raul Castro was absent from the recent revolution rally.

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Four people including baby die after car crash

July 26, 2026 • BBC Top Stories

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A car crash on the A38 road in Derby killed four people, including a baby. The crash happened late on Saturday night, and the driver was seriously hurt and arrested for dangerous driving.

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A red Hyundai car crashed into trees on the A38 between the A50 Toyota Island and the A516 in Derby.
The crash occurred around 11:00 PM on Saturday.
Four people died: two women (aged 18 and 30), one man (36), and a baby girl who died after being taken to hospital.
The driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
All involved were from Leeds in West Yorkshire.
The road was closed for several hours but reopened after emergency services finished work.
Police asked anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage to contact them.

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Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to speak at the United Nations in New York City despite an International Criminal Court arrest warrant and opposition from New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani has said Netanyahu should be arrested if he visits, but Netanyahu dismissed these comments and criticized Mamdani during a Fox News interview.

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Netanyahu intends to speak at the UN in New York City despite an ICC arrest warrant against him.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly said Netanyahu is not welcome and should be arrested if he visits.
The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a former Israeli Defense Minister in November 2024 for alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Polls show mixed or unfavorable views of Netanyahu among Jewish adults in the U.S., with some more supportive of Mamdani.
Mamdani supports Palestinian rights and is critical of Israel, which has led to strong criticism from pro-Israel groups.
There has been a shift in U.S. public opinion with growing calls to rethink U.S. support for Israel and its policies.
Netanyahu called any future Iranian attacks on Israel a "terrible mistake."
A recent U.S. poll found 46% believe Netanyahu should be arrested, while 28% disagree.

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Israeli settlers burn two mosques in occupied West Bank

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques in different places in the occupied West Bank. The attacks caused major damage and included racist graffiti. Palestinian officials report that at least 45 mosques have been vandalized or burned by settlers since 2025.

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Two mosques were burned by Israeli settlers in separate attacks in the West Bank.
The fires caused significant damage to the mosques.
Racist graffiti was found at the scenes of the attacks.
Palestinian officials say these attacks are part of a pattern since 2025.
At least 45 mosques have been vandalized or burned by settlers in this period.
The West Bank is an area under Israeli occupation where Palestinian communities live.
These attacks increase tensions between Israeli settlers and Palestinians.

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US pauses Iran attacks for second night after Trump advised to halt bombing

July 26, 2026 • Guardian World

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The US has paused attacks on Iran for the second night after military leaders advised President Trump to stop bombing. Diplomatic talks are ongoing to avoid a full-scale war, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to meet with Trump to discuss the situation.

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The US stopped strikes on Iran following advice from top military officials.
President Trump is considering both military and diplomatic steps in the conflict with Iran.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House and supports continued US strikes against Iran.
Iran has paused its retaliatory attacks on US allies in the region.
US military leaders say the bombing campaign has nearly used all available targets and munitions.
Diplomatic negotiations involving Iran, Oman, and the US aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil transport.
US officials warned President Trump about the risks of renewing military action in Iran.
Trump said he is prepared for all options but hopes for a diplomatic solution.

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Displaced from wildfires in Spain share their stories of uncertainty and narrow escapes

July 26, 2026 • AP News

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Wildfires in central Spain have burned large areas and forced nearly 90,000 people to leave their homes. People displaced by the fires are staying in temporary shelters and face uncertainty about returning to their communities or what remains of their homes.

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New wildfires broke out in the Castellon province and spread rapidly near homes.
About 90,000 people in central Spain have evacuated due to large forest fires.
Fires have destroyed tens of thousands of hectares and damaged houses.
In southwest France, over 250,000 people have fled fires in the Bordeaux region.
The Spanish government declared a national fire emergency for the first time.
Many evacuees are staying in makeshift shelters, unsure when they can return home.
Some residents lost all their belongings and homes to the wildfires.
Firefighters continue working to control the spreading wildfires near Madrid and Toledo.

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Romania summons Russian envoy as it shoots down third intruding drone

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Romania has shot down three drones over three days, with the latest drone intercepted on Sunday after it entered Romanian airspace. Romania summoned Russia’s ambassador to protest these repeated drone incursions, which raise concerns about Russia’s aggressive actions near NATO countries amid the war in Ukraine.

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Romania shot down a drone on Sunday after it entered the country’s airspace, following similar drone interceptions on Friday and Saturday.
Romania summoned Russia’s ambassador to protest “repeated violations” of its airspace.
The drone shot down on Friday was identified as a Shahed model used by Russia in its war against Ukraine.
These drone incidents are seen as tests of NATO and European Union defenses.
NATO officials condemned the drone violations and promised to defend member countries’ airspace.
Other Eastern European NATO countries, including the Baltic states, have reported similar incursions.
In late May, a drone struck an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people – the first such attack on a NATO country’s populated area.
Russia and Ukraine continue to use drones and missiles against each other, resulting in civilian casualties on both sides.

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Al-Sharaa praises Trump’s decision to remove Syria from terrorism list

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said that removing Syria from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism is important for the country's recovery. He believes that lifting economic sanctions alone will not help much unless Syria is also taken off this list, which he called outdated.

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa spoke to Al Jazeera.
He said removing Syria from the US terrorism list is necessary.
The terrorism list designation limits Syria’s ability to recover economically.
Lifting US economic sanctions alone is not enough, according to al-Sharaa.
Al-Sharaa described the current designation as outdated.
President Donald Trump made the decision to remove Syria from the terrorism list.

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Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says

July 26, 2026 • BBC US

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President Donald Trump has paused attacks on Iran for two nights to allow more time for diplomatic talks, according to the US ambassador to the UN. The pause follows weeks of military strikes and counterattacks between the US and Iran, amid ongoing negotiations over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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President Trump has stopped attacks on Iran for two nights to support ongoing diplomatic efforts.
The pause comes after nearly two weeks of daily US strikes and Iranian retaliations, breaking a ceasefire from June.
The US ambassador said the president is keeping all military options open despite the pause.
Iran and Oman recently held talks about managing the strategic Strait of Hormuz, through which much of the world’s oil passes.
The ceasefire broke down after Iran attacked oil tankers in the strait on July 13, leading the US to resume airstrikes and naval blockades.
Iranian attacks on US bases killed four American soldiers, with US retaliation killing dozens, according to Iran’s health ministry.
The UK’s new Defence Secretary plans to meet the US counterpart to discuss securing freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices recently rose above $100 per barrel due to concerns over the conflict affecting global energy supplies.

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Major Hurricane Genevieve to Rapidly Intensify: Live Tracker Maps

July 26, 2026 • Newsweek

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Hurricane Genevieve has become the first major hurricane of the 2026 Eastern Pacific season, currently at Category 3 strength with winds of 120 mph. It is expected to strengthen to Category 4 but is not forecast to make landfall, though it may cause dangerous surf and rip currents along parts of Mexico’s coast.

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Genevieve is the first major hurricane (Category 3 or higher) in the Eastern Pacific or Atlantic in 2026.
The hurricane currently has sustained winds of 120 miles per hour.
It is located about 515 miles southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico, moving west-northwest at 16 mph.
Forecasters expect Genevieve to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane by Monday.
The storm is not expected to hit land but will produce life-threatening surf and rip currents on Mexico’s southwestern coast and the southern Baja California Peninsula.
Genevieve formed after rapidly intensifying to reach major hurricane status.
It is expected to weaken later in the week due to cooler ocean temperatures and less favorable conditions.
Hurricane Fausto is another storm being tracked near Hawaii, but no other Atlantic storms are currently active.

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Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of ‘fomenting hate’ and calls ICC war-crimes charges ‘bogus’

July 26, 2026 • AP News

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani for calling him a war criminal and suggesting he should be arrested during the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Netanyahu denied the International Criminal Court’s charges against him and said he plans to attend the UN meeting despite the controversy.

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Netanyahu accused Mayor Mamdani of "fomenting hate" by calling him a war criminal.
Mamdani said Netanyahu is not welcome in New York City and urged federal authorities to arrest him over ICC war crimes charges.
The ICC issued a warrant against Netanyahu related to the war in Gaza.
Netanyahu said the war crimes charges are "bogus" and criticized the ICC prosecutor recently removed amid misconduct allegations.
Netanyahu plans to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York in September.
Mamdani acknowledged New York City cannot legally arrest Netanyahu but wants federal action.
Netanyahu expressed concern about declining bipartisan U.S. support for Israel and rising antisemitism in New York and other Western countries.
Mamdani is the mayor of New York and has previously said he would direct city police to arrest Netanyahu if possible.

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Brazil recalls ambassador after Argentina’s President Milei insults government officials

July 26, 2026 • AP News

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Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina after Argentina’s President Javier Milei insulted Brazilian officials during an event in Brazil. Milei called Brazil’s President Lula a thief and criticized a top Brazilian judge, prompting a formal diplomatic response.

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Brazil’s Foreign Ministry recalled Ambassador Julio Bitelli from Argentina after President Milei’s remarks.
Milei insulted Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, calling him a “thief” and “delinquent.”
Milei also insulted Supreme Federal Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes after being denied a visit to imprisoned former President Jair Bolsonaro.
The president of Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court described Milei’s comments as disrespectful.
The event where Milei spoke was in São Paulo, confirming Flávio Bolsonaro as his party’s presidential candidate.
Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for a coup attempt.
President Lula has criticized U.S. tariffs on Brazil and emphasized Brazilian sovereignty without foreign interference.
Brazil recently denied visas to two U.S. State Department officials without providing a reason.

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Berlin police shoot dead suspect in car ramming attack on Pride event

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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German police killed Abdul Ballout, the suspect in a car attack on a Berlin Pride march. Ballout was shot after attacking officers with a knife during a search that lasted almost a day. Officials are treating the incident as a possible Islamic terror attack.

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Abdul Ballout was the main suspect in the Berlin Pride march attack.
He drove a van into a crowd at the event on Saturday evening.
Ballout had German citizenship and Lebanese background.
Police searched for him for nearly 24 hours before locating him.
He attacked officers with a bladed weapon when found.
Police shot and killed Ballout during the confrontation.
German officials believe the attack may be connected to Islamic terrorism.

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Israel launches military incursion into Syria amid UN condemnation

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Israel’s military has entered southwestern Syria, setting up a checkpoint and firing shells, according to Syrian news. The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, condemned Israel’s actions as violations of Syria’s sovereignty and said a report on the issue will be submitted to the UN Security Council soon.

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Israeli soldiers moved into villages in southwestern Syria and set up a checkpoint at Al-Ardah.
Israeli forces dropped leaflets warning local residents not to block their vehicles.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called Israel’s violations unacceptable and stressed respect for Syria’s independence and territory.
Guterres is the first UN chief to visit Syria since 2009 and plans to visit the UN force monitoring the buffer zone.
Since 2024, Israel has increased incursions into Syria, controlling areas in the buffer zone near the Golan Heights.
Syria’s Foreign Minister demanded Israel withdraw from the buffer zone, calling the occupation a regional threat.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stated Syria seeks a security agreement with Israel that could lead to peace without giving up the Golan Heights.
UN urges removal of sanctions on Syria to help economic recovery, with reconstruction costs estimated at $216 billion.

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Industry star David Jonsson to play Black Panther in Marvel sequel

July 26, 2026 • Guardian World

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British actor David Jonsson will play the new Black Panther in the third film of the series. He will portray T’Challa’s son, a character introduced after Chadwick Boseman’s passing.

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David Jonsson, 32, was announced as the new Black Panther by director Ryan Coogler.
Jonsson plays the son of T’Challa, the original Black Panther played by Chadwick Boseman.
The announcement happened at Marvel Studios’ Comic-Con event with co-stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke.
Jonsson is known for roles in TV shows Industry and Endeavour and won a Bafta rising star award.
Black Panther III will be released in US theaters on December 15, 2028; UK date is not set yet.
The previous film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), showed T’Challa’s son and Shuri as the new lead.
Director Ryan Coogler also made the first two Black Panther movies and produced related Marvel series.
Chadwick Boseman died in 2020 from colon cancer at age 43.

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Guyana appoints experts tasked with investigating ferry capsizing that killed dozens

July 26, 2026 • AP News

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Guyana’s government has appointed an international team to investigate the sinking of the MV Barima ferry, which killed dozens of passengers in the country’s worst maritime disaster. The team will examine factors like overcrowding, safety measures, and possible negligence to understand what caused the accident.

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The MV Barima ferry sank on June 18, 2024, while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma.
Around 179 passengers were believed to be on board; 73 bodies have been recovered, and 76 people were rescued.
The ferry is being salvaged so experts can inspect it.
A five-person international team will conduct the investigation, including experts from Belize, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The team will examine passenger management, cargo storage, life-saving equipment, and safety law compliance.
Three people have been arrested so far, including the captain who tested positive for marijuana.
Survivors reported the ferry was overloaded and taking in water before sinking.
The government aims to identify causes like negligence and recommend improvements to prevent future tragedies.

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Search for 17 missing crew after Vietnamese cargo ship sinks in South China Sea

July 26, 2026 • AP News

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A Vietnamese cargo ship sank near Fiery Cross Reef in the South China Sea during bad weather, leaving 17 crew members missing. Rescue efforts involve teams from Vietnam, the Philippines, and China working together to find the missing people.

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The cargo ship Khoi Nguyen 18 sank late Saturday near Fiery Cross Reef, a Chinese-built military outpost in the Spratly Islands.
There were 62 people on board; 45 have been found and 17 are still missing.
The ship sank due to bad weather conditions in the East Sea, according to Vietnam’s Foreign Ministry.
The Philippine Coast Guard sent a patrol vessel and an aircraft to help with the search after Vietnam requested support.
Chinese rescue ships and helicopters also joined the search operation along with local fishing vessels.
Families of those on board have been notified about the incident.
The search is being coordinated through international maritime agreements and cooperation between Vietnam and the Philippines.
The South China Sea is a disputed area claimed by several countries, including China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, and is a key route for global trade and resources.

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‘Freeze the conflict’: Drones slow Kazakh oil flow amid Russia-Ukraine war

July 26, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev suggested ending the Russia-Ukraine war by freezing the conflict and returning to earlier peace talks. Meanwhile, Kazakhstan has cut its oil production after drone attacks, blamed on Ukraine, damaged its main export terminal in Russia’s Black Sea port, disrupting crude oil shipments.

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Tokayev met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and proposed freezing the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
He referred to the “Istanbul formula 2.0,” an earlier plan for stopping fighting and resuming talks.
Kazakhstan’s oil exports are important, supplying much crude to the European Union.
Drone attacks, blamed on Ukraine, hit Kazakhstan’s oil tankers and damaged a pipeline terminal in the Russian port of Novorossiysk.
The Black Sea port is used by Russia’s naval fleet and oil shipments despite Western sanctions.
Kazakhstan suspended its oil shipments through this pipeline after the attacks worsened in July 2026.
The Kazakh Foreign Ministry called the attacks an “unacceptable encroachment” on its economy.
Ukraine denied responsibility, saying there is no proof its drones caused the damage.

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