A Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying fruits and vegetables to Russia was hit by Ukrainian drones near Novorossiysk, injuring several crew members.

US Exhausted Nearly Its Entire Long-Range Precision Missile Stockpiles

The US military has exhausted nearly its entire inventory of highly accurate long-range surface-to-surface missiles during the five-month campaign in Iran.

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Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:

We will not apologize for using our right of self-defense.

Every other nation on earth would have done at least what we did in order to protect its citizens.

Ukraine's Fire Point Integrates European Defense Tech for Freyja Missile Network

Ukrainian defense manufacturer Fire Point has begun integrating radar and guidance systems from 13 European partners into its Freyja missile defense program.

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Bessent on Iran:

We've seen Trump, last week, threaten what would have been the largest military campaign since World War II against the Iranians, and now, because of that, we are in talks with the Iranians.

I think there's a chance we may have a deal today or tomorrow to open the strait.

Source: CNBC

Tucker Carlson on Trump:

This war is clearly contrary to what he promised and contrary to the idea that your leaders should put your interests before those of foreigners.

We put Israel's interests before ours. Trump did that.

Source: The Economist

WATCH: A Russian paratrooper died after his parachute failed to open during an Airborne Troops Day celebration near Moscow.

Marco Rubio on Iran:

There has been progress in talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but no final agreement has been reached yet.

We are hopeful that an agreement will be finalized very shortly.

Marco Rubio on Iran:

There are ships moving through the Straits. There is oil moving right now through the Straits.

The Straits are open.

Finland moved a step closer to opening the world's first permanent spent nuclear fuel disposal facility.

The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority concluded that Posiva's facility meets all safety requirements and supports granting an operating licence through 2070.

The government is expected to review the licence this autumn.

Over 1,000 German Legal Experts Urge Court to Ban Far-Right AfD

More than 1,000 legal professionals in Germany have signed an open letter demanding the government and parliament initiate proceedings to ban the AfD party.

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Trump Administration Drafts Import Ban on Chinese Data Center Tech

The ban on advanced Chinese data center components aims to safeguard the AI sector by targeting critical optical transceivers over fears of potential espionage and systemic sabotage.

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Trump:

It was my Honor to welcome now Senator Darline Graham Nordone (The sister of the Late, Great Lindsey Graham!), from the Wonderful State of South Carolina, into the Oval Office.

We have known each other for a long time — She is a spectacular person, and a true American Patriot. Lindsey was one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, and his sister shares his deep love of our Country, and the State of South Carolina.

During her visit, I asked Darline, for the Good of our Nation, to run for the U.S. Senate in the Special Republican Primary on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. She accepted, as there is nobody better to honor the legacy of her beloved brother, Lindsey.

Darline, who comes from an absolutely incredible family, has been a WINNER all of her life, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement in the Special Election for U.S. Senate in South Carolina — SHE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!

Ukraine Turns to Flamethrower Robots to Spearhead Defense Lines

Ukrainian forces are deploying automated ground vehicles equipped with flamethrowers to repel Russian infantry assaults, aiming to compensate for critical troop shortages.

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Syria Commits to Slashing Russian Oil Imports in Bid for US Sanctions Relief

Syria has signaled its readiness to severely curtail imports of Russian crude as it negotiates with US to shed its decades-old designation as a state sponsor of terrorism.

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Qatar Signals US-Iran Diplomatic Progress Amid Conflicting Claims

Conflicting statements from US and Iranian officials are casting doubt on the prospect of an immediate diplomatic solution, even as Qatar claims significant progress from mediators.

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NEW: An Indian vessel sank after an explosives-laden boat attacked it in the Red Sea off Yemen’s western coast.

The vessel, Faize Noore Oliya, was reportedly sailing about 13 nautical miles south of Al Hudaydah when it was struck and sank.

Authorities said all 14 crew members—13 Indians and one Yemeni—were rescued by the Yemeni Navy and Coast Guard without injuries.

Saudi Arabia Pursues Omani Channel to Shield Oil Operations from Houthi Threat

Riyadh is pursuing backdoor negotiations with Houthi militants via Omani mediators to prevent further attacks on critical Red Sea infrastructure.

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Anduril founder Palmer Luckey:

We're building things, for example, that would have made the last 50 years of firearms development completely irrelevant... I can't tell you exactly what it is...

Source: Treasure Trove

Jordan's Football Association accused FIFA of blackmail, alleging it was pressured to endorse President Gianni Infantino in exchange for help with visa issues, taxes, and unpaid tournament prize money.

The association said it refused to support Infantino's re-election, joining several other football federations in withdrawing their backing.

Source: Sky News

Anduril founder Palmer Luckey:

I'm a big fan of humanity.

I'm pro-human. I'm pro more humans. I'm pro humans doing more. I'm a big fan of all of it.

Source: Treasure Trove