Uganda’s military unveiled a statue honoring Yonatan Netanyahu, the brother of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who died leading a 1976 hostage rescue mission in Entebbe. The statue was revealed by Uganda’s military chief and stands at Entebbe Airport, the site of the rescue.
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Yonatan Netanyahu was killed during a 1976 mission to rescue hostages taken by hijackers at Entebbe Airport, Uganda.
The rescue involved Israeli commandos saving 106 hostages, with only three hostages killed.
Ugandan military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba unveiled the statue in honor of Yonatan Netanyahu’s courage and sacrifice.
The hijackers included Palestinians and Germans who demanded Israel release prisoners.
The mission was controversial and criticized by the Organization of African Unity for violating Uganda’s sovereignty.
Ugandan leader Idi Amin supported the Palestinian cause and severed ties with Israel after the raid.
The rescue mission is a key event in Israeli history and influenced Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s life.
Uganda and Israel maintain respectful diplomatic relations, with Uganda’s president supporting a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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A Cypriot court has allowed a British man charged with negligence in his 3-year-old son’s death to travel to the UK for the funeral. He must return to Cyprus by September 15 to face charges or risk a European arrest warrant.
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The man is accused of negligence after his son fell from a hotel window in Cyprus.
The court lifted his travel ban for one month to attend the funeral in the UK.
He must return to Cyprus by September 15 or authorities will issue a European arrest warrant.
Court proceedings will continue on September 17.
The man was released from custody after posting a 20,000-euro bond and handing over his passport.
He must check in weekly at a police station while the case is ongoing.
His wife and other young son have already returned to the UK.
The new lawyer recently took over the defense and needs more time to review the evidence.
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Over 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta on July 30 and 31, 2026. In the Moroccan town of Fnideq near the border, parents have gathered by the fence to find out news about their missing children.
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More than 60,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in two days.
Ceuta is a Spanish city located in North Africa, bordering Morocco.
Parents in the nearby town of Fnideq are waiting by the border for information about their children.
The situation started on July 30 and continued on July 31, 2026.
The migration surge has created a humanitarian and political challenge for Spain.
The article mentions concerns about immigration and border control in the region.
Authorities in Spain and Europe are responding to the crisis.
The event has attracted international attention and discussions about migration policies.
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Iran said it is not planning to hold direct talks with the United States, contradicting President Donald Trump's claim that negotiations would start on Monday. Iran is currently only discussing a safe shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz with Oman.
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President Trump announced that a deal with Iran was "imminent" and said attacks he planned had been called off.
Iran denied any direct negotiations with the U.S. and said talks are only with Oman.
The discussions with Oman focus on creating a temporary safe route for ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is important because about a fifth of the world's oil and gas used to pass through it before the war.
Iran wants ships to request permission and pay fees to use their designated route through the Strait.
Iran said the situation in the Strait will not return to what it was before the war started on February 28.
President Trump described his planned but canceled attacks on Iran as the "biggest attacks since World War II."
The negotiations with Oman have involved constructive talks over the past eight days about the new route.
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Experts warn that recent foodborne illness outbreaks, like cyclospora, show weaknesses in the U.S. system that tracks and stops diseases from contaminated food. They are concerned that funding cuts and climate change could lead to more and worse outbreaks in the future.
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The cyclospora outbreak has sickened over 7,000 people in 34 states since May 1, 2024.
Listeria, a dangerous bacteria, caused major deadly outbreaks linked to cantaloupe and cheese products in the past.
CDC’s FoodNet surveillance system, which tracks foodborne diseases, has seen reduced funding and stopped tracking some pathogens like Listeria last year.
Foodborne illnesses like Campylobacter (linked to raw poultry) are increasing, partly due to modern farming practices.
Other bacteria like Shigella, enterohemorrhagic E. coli, Vibrio, and Yersinia have also increased recently.
Many infections may have been underdetected before due to limited testing.
Climate change may worsen the spread of foodborne diseases by affecting crops and infection patterns.
Experts say stronger rules are needed for food safety, including better tracking and restrictions on risky foods like raw milk and raw seafood.
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Ukraine carried out a long-range drone attack on a warehouse owned by Russian e-commerce company Wildberries. Ukraine says the warehouse stores parts used by Russia’s military drones.
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Ukraine targeted a warehouse of Wildberries, a large Russian online retailer.
The attack was done using long-range drones.
Kyiv states the warehouse holds components for Russia’s military drones.
This is not the first attack on Wildberries’ facilities by Ukraine.
The strike is part of ongoing conflict-related actions between Ukraine and Russia.
Wildberries is one of the biggest e-commerce companies in Russia.
Drone components are parts needed to build or repair military unmanned aircraft.
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Israeli forces have increased attacks in Gaza despite a recent ceasefire plan supported by President Trump and accepted by Hamas. Israel’s government remains concerned about security and demands full disarmament of Hamas, causing tensions and threatening the peace process.
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Israeli military operations in Gaza have intensified after a ceasefire roadmap was announced.
Hamas agreed to a phased disarmament plan aimed at reducing violence.
At least 26 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in recent Israeli attacks.
Israel insists on complete disarmament of Hamas before withdrawing its forces.
Israeli politicians show strong resistance to the ceasefire deal.
Domestic political considerations, including upcoming Israeli elections, influence the government’s stance.
President Trump called Hamas’s acceptance of the deal a major step toward peace.
Ongoing Israeli attacks risk worsening the humanitarian situation in Gaza and may derail the peace plan.
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Record low water levels in the Danube River have caused serious problems for power plants in Central and Eastern Europe. Hungary’s only nuclear power plant, Paks, which uses river water to cool its reactors, is close to shutting down because of the drought and heat waves.
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The Danube River’s water level in Budapest dropped to about 10 centimeters, a new record low.
The previous lowest level was 33 centimeters in 2018.
No rain is expected soon, and high temperatures above 38°C (100°F) are forecasted.
Low water levels reduce cooling water for the Paks nuclear plant in Hungary.
The Paks plant’s output dropped from 2,000 megawatts to just 240 megawatts.
The Paks plant provides nearly half of Hungary’s electricity and about one-third is consumed locally.
Hungarian engineers temporarily kept one turbine running to delay a full shutdown.
Hungary is trying to manage the power shortage by importing electricity and using renewable energy.
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Spain is dealing with the effects of a large number of migrants who crossed into its territory of Ceuta from Morocco. Most of the estimated 60,000 migrants have returned to Morocco, and Spanish authorities reported at least 72 deaths during the crossing.
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Around 60,000 people crossed into Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa.
Most migrants have since gone back to Morocco.
At least 72 people died during the migration surge on August 2, 2026.
Spain is asking for support and cooperation from other countries to handle the situation.
The border crossing is the largest mass migrant event Ceuta has faced.
Spanish officials and politicians, including Juan Fernando Lopez Aguilar, are involved in addressing the aftermath.
The event has caused political discussions in Spain and across Europe about immigration policies.
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Wildfires in Washington state have forced about 60,000 people to leave their homes and have destroyed around 600 buildings. The fires are still active near the city of Spokane, and state officials have asked the federal government for help.
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Around 60,000 people had to evacuate due to wildfires in Washington state.
About 600 buildings, including homes and businesses, were destroyed.
More than 10,000 customers lost electricity because of the fires.
Sixteen wildfires are burning across 250,000 acres in Washington.
The National Weather Service warned about dangerous fire weather with strong winds and dry conditions.
Washington’s Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and requested federal support from President Trump.
Officials say no deaths or injuries have been confirmed yet.
Scientists say climate change makes wildfires more likely by causing hotter, drier conditions.
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The article discusses the worsening crisis in Cuba and the possibility that President Donald Trump might increase pressure on the island with new sanctions. It explores whether the U.S. actions are political moves or part of a serious plan to influence Cuba’s future.
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Cuba is facing its worst crisis in decades.
The U.S. is tightening sanctions on Cuba under President Trump’s administration.
Cuba is a communist country located about 90 miles from the U.S. coast.
The situation is compared to other countries like Venezuela and Iran, where President Trump has also increased pressure.
Experts are discussing the strategic importance and possible outcomes of U.S. actions on Cuba.
The article is based on a video report by France 24 journalist Stella Elgersma.
The U.S. embargo against Cuba has been a long-standing policy affecting relations between the two countries.
Key Cuban political figures mentioned include Fidel Castro, Raul Castro, and Miguel Diaz-Canel.
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Several wildfires started in Washington state, causing damage and poor air quality due to smoke. Federal funds have been authorized to fight the fires, and weather conditions continue to threaten wildfire risks across several western U.S. states.
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Wildfires began on Saturday in Spokane, Washington, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions.
The Spokane Complex Fire includes three fires burning about 7,708 acres with zero containment as of Sunday night.
At least 600 buildings, including homes, have been destroyed or damaged by these fires.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved federal funds to help combat the fires.
Air quality in the region is very poor due to widespread wildfire smoke.
While fire danger lessened in the Pacific Northwest, dry conditions and wildfire risks remain high in the Intermountain West and Plains.
Over two-thirds of the western U.S. is experiencing drought to varying degrees, including severe and extreme drought in parts of Oregon.
Extreme heat warnings continue in southwestern areas like Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Palm Springs, with temperatures between 110 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Greek police arrested a 26-year-old man suspected of killing a 38-year-old British woman whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens. The suspect admitted to the crime, and authorities linked him to the killing after reviewing video footage and tracking the victim's bank card use.
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The victim was a 38-year-old British woman named Elisabeth-Jane Ross from Scotland.
Her body was found inside a suitcase in an abandoned building in the Kypseli area of Athens on July 18.
The suspect is a 26-year-old man, reportedly an Afghan national, arrested by Greek police.
Police charged him with intentional homicide, robbery, and illegal possession of firearms.
The victim had arrived in Greece on June 26 and last stayed at a friend’s home until July 10.
Video footage helped identify the suspect placing the body in the suitcase and moving it to the abandoned building.
After the murder, the suspect used the victim’s bank cards to withdraw money.
Police found a replica pistol and a knife during searches of the suspect’s home.
Authorities from Interpol, the UK National Crime Agency, and Scottish police helped with victim identification and the investigation.
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A drone strike by the Sudanese army hit a traditional court meeting in Darfur’s north, killing 35 people and injuring many more. The attack targeted a village controlled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), who have been fighting the army in a long civil war in Sudan.
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The drone strike occurred on a Sunday afternoon in Ghara al-Zawiya village, Darfur region.
Thirty-five people died, including four tribal leaders and two RSF commanders.
Dozens of others were injured in the attack.
The court session was held outdoors under a tree with local community leaders attending.
The RSF controls most of Darfur and has been engaged in a civil war with the Sudanese army for over three years.
The Emergency Lawyers Group called the attack a serious violation of international humanitarian law and asked for an investigation.
Drones have been increasingly used in the conflict to target civilians and civilian areas.
The RSF has previously been accused of war crimes and attacks on civilians, which it denies.
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A bombing at a restaurant in central Moscow killed five people and injured 19 others. Russian officials blamed Ukraine for the attack, which may have targeted a top Russian military commander celebrating his birthday.
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The explosion happened near the entrance of an Italian restaurant in a central Moscow skyscraper.
A woman carrying a homemade bomb was stopped by a security guard before the device exploded.
Russian authorities say Ukraine was responsible, but Ukraine has not commented.
The possible target was Colonel General Aleksandr Chayko, commander of Russia’s aerospace forces, celebrating his 55th birthday at the restaurant.
Chayko survived, but his daughter was seriously hurt and her husband was killed in the blast.
Investigators think the woman carrying the bomb might not have known she was transporting it, suggesting a remote detonation.
Among the dead was a member of Russia’s Federal Protective Service, a security agency.
Ukrainian intelligence has a history of targeting Russian military leaders and officials inside Russia during the war.
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A large wildfire in the Gironde region of southwestern France is mostly under control, allowing people to return home and tourist sites to reopen. However, local businesses that depend on visitors face a difficult recovery, and the fire season is still ongoing.
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The wildfire in Gironde is one of the worst in French history.
Nearly 3,000 firefighters worked to contain the fire.
Over 220,000 people were evacuated during the fire.
Many evacuees have been allowed to return home as the fire is brought under control.
Hotels and campsites in the area are reopening for tourists.
The fire season in France is still active, with further risks remaining.
The local economy, especially tourism, is expected to take a long time to recover.
The fire has also harmed wildlife in the affected region.
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Ariana Grande has decided to leave a planned London stage musical called "Sunday in the Park with George" and will take a break from public life after finishing her current tour. She wants to rest from the intense attention she has been receiving.
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Ariana Grande was set to star in the musical "Sunday in the Park with George" in London in 2027.
She was to perform alongside Jonathan Bailey at the Barbican theater.
Grande has withdrawn from the production, confirmed by Empire Street Productions.
The production will continue as planned with new casting to be announced later.
Ariana Grande is finishing her "Eternal Sunshine Tour," which ends in London on September 1.
After the tour, she plans to take a break from public appearances and media attention.
She started her career as a child performer on Nickelodeon.
Grande has won three Grammy Awards and received an Academy Award nomination for acting.
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Singapore has banned two members of the British band Massive Attack from returning after they showed a Palestinian flag and said “Free Palestine” during a concert. Singapore authorities said these actions could harm the country’s social harmony and rule of law.
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The band members were investigated by Singapore police for showing a foreign flag and chanting political messages on July 29.
Robert Del Naja and Grant Marshall are the two banned members of Massive Attack.
Singapore police issued strong warnings and blacklisted them from returning.
Authorities said foreign politics could disrupt racial and religious harmony in Singapore.
Massive Attack said they were surprised by the ban and proud to show support for Palestine.
The band noted that fans chanted “Free Palestine” at the concert.
They asked Singapore to allow people to express their beliefs without fear of punishment.
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President Donald Trump announced that talks to reduce the war with Iran will begin Monday afternoon, after he decided not to carry out large military strikes on the country. The discussions aim to end the conflict and restart safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, an important route for oil and gas trade.
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President Trump planned massive strikes on Iran but chose to delay them to allow diplomatic talks.
The talks are set to start on Monday afternoon, with no details on participants provided.
Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE encouraged Trump to hold off on attacks.
Iranian officials reportedly requested more time for diplomacy.
Iran’s foreign ministry said it is not currently negotiating directly with the United States.
Iran is working with Oman to create a safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key passage for about 20% of global oil and gas trade.
Iran executed two men accused of spying for Israel during recent conflicts.
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Britain’s parliamentary standards watchdog is investigating Richard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, over a possible failure to declare an interest in a debate. The inquiry began on July 28 and is led by the parliamentary commissioner for standards, Daniel Greenberg.
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The investigation concerns whether Richard Tice referenced his register of interests during a debate on UK democracy and Israeli influence.
The watchdog has not shared detailed information about the specific allegation.
Richard Tice claims the complaint comes from an anti-Israel group.
Another Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage, was previously under investigation for a £5 million donation but stepped down from parliament in July, pausing that inquiry.
British police are also investigating at least £500,000 in donations to Reform UK.
Richard Tice describes these investigations as politically motivated efforts to discredit the party.
Reform UK had been leading in polls before recently being caught or overtaken by the Labour party.
The current prime minister of the UK is Andy Burnham, whose rise is linked to Labour’s recent polling gains.
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