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Tuesday, 21 July 2026
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Zelensky Fires Ukraine Army Chief Oleksandr Syrsky

The dismissal follows the firing of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov days earlier, according to reports.

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Putin Meets North Korean Foreign Minister, Thanks Pyongyang for Ukraine Support

The meeting marks the latest in a series of high-level diplomatic exchanges between Russia and North Korea.

 A man speaks at a podium in Baku, with Azerbaijani flags behind him.

Azerbaijan Hosted Secret Russian-German Talks, President Aliyev Says

Ilham Aliyev stated the meetings occurred in Baku without his knowledge but expressed support if they help end the Ukraine war.

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Anas Sarwar Reportedly Set to Quit as Scottish Labour Leader for Ministerial Role

The expected move would see Sarwar join a government led by Andy Burnham, who has outlined a cost-of-living policy and spoken with the EU Council president.

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US Anti-Bias Agency Moves to End Employer Reporting of Worker Race, Sex Data

The EEOC proposes eliminating a requirement for employers to report workforce demographics.

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US judge blocks Trump administration from stripping work permits from immigrants

The order specifically protects work permits for asylum seekers from El Salvador, Sudan, and Ukraine during a pending lawsuit.

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Senate Panel Advances Clayton Nomination for DNI in 9-8 Vote

The full Senate will consider Jay Clayton's nomination, which is linked by some reports to the renewal of top anti-terror surveillance authorities.

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Missouri Prosecutor Ousted Over Alleged Romance with Illegal Immigrant Sex-Crime Suspect

Camille Johnston removed after Missouri Attorney General's office accused her of using the court docket as a 'dating app'.

 A man wearing a face mask casts his vote at a polling station during the pandemic.

DMV Software Error Led to 400 Noncitizens Voting in New Jersey, Governor Says

A glitch in the state's motor vehicle system registered about 6,600 noncitizens to vote, with hundreds casting ballots.

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Spain Toughens Anti-Tobacco Law: New Rules on Terraces, Beaches, and E-Cigarettes

The Spanish government has moved forward with a bill that expands smoke-free areas and introduces stricter regulations for tobacco and related products.

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US and Mexico resume USMCA trade talks as US imposes new tariffs on Canada

Washington and Ottawa also agree to intensify negotiations, as Canadian PM says Ottawa will 'keep all options' open.

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Turkish opposition leader plans new party to challenge Erdoğan

The move, potentially rupturing the main opposition CHP, comes after months of infighting and could threaten the longtime leader.

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European Parliament Delegation Arrives in China for Three-Day Visit

The eight-member cross-party delegation will meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and National People's Congress leadership.

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AI Minister Role Boosted, UK Tech Department Axed

Kanishka Narayan will attend Cabinet, but DSIT is dissolved after two years.

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U.S. Pulls Back on Energy Efficiency Amid Rising Energy Prices

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Israeli airstrike kills family of six in Gaza, medics say

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Tanker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US Strikes Iran for Tenth Consecutive Night

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Trump's Endorsement Power Faces Arizona Primary Test

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French lawmakers set to approve social media ban for under-15s

The legislation, expected to pass on Tuesday, targets children under 15 and enforcement may begin in September.

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Russian warship holds live-fire exercise 46 miles off UK coast

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Pro-Trump Super PAC MAGA Inc Builds $400 Million War Chest

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Chinese Destroyer Conducts Live-Fire Drill in Japan's EEZ, Tokyo Says

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US Justice Department Probes Harvard Over Financial Aid Programs

The investigation examines whether certain programs discriminate based on national origin.

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Judge Dismisses Justice Department Challenge to Minnesota Immigration Laws

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FBI Director Kash Patel Plans Trip to Russia

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Trump orders tightening of defense supply chain waiver rules

Executive order targets dependence on Beijing-linked supply chains for critical minerals starting January 2027.

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Two US Soldiers Killed in Enemy Attack on Jordan Air Base

 A soldier in camouflage rests on an armored vehicle while using a smartphone outside a McDonald's.

Pentagon Withheld Information on Dozens of US Military Injuries in Iran War: Report

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IDF Fires Interceptors Over Eilat as Iranian Missiles Target Aqaba in Jordan

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Trump Administration Sought Phone Records of New York Times Journalists and Their Relatives

The government sought records to identify sources for reporting on President Trump's Air Force One jet according to reports.