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Global severe weather update: Flash floods in Kentucky, glacier outburst flooding in Alaska, Indiana river flooding, Romania's nuclear shutdown due to record-low Danube from drought, and France's fifth heatwave.
An IRGC adviser claims Iran is winning its war with the United States, manufacturing more missiles than it expends, and would target American economic interests worldwide if its missile stocks ran out. U.S. Space Command reports Iranian strikes damaged radar sites and killed one soldier, highlighting the need to evolve protection of ground-based space assets.
Situation report on Ukraine war: repatriation of 261 fallen service members, latest Russian casualty figures, ground robot developments, and military aid needs including Patriot systems.
Situation report on the Palestine conflict: Gaza cancer patients face rising deaths due to Israeli curbs, West Bank curfew enforced in Qusra, and nearly 28,400 beehives destroyed across the Strip.
Situation report on the June 24 Venezuela earthquake: death toll exceeds 6,300, La Guaira hardest hit, migrant families mourn via video call, and political sides agree on use of frozen assets for relief.
Situation report on the Ukraine conflict: 204 daily combat clashes concentrated on Pokrovsk and Sloviansk fronts, 26 villages liberated this year, drone attack halts Russian grain exports from Novorossiysk, and a stranded Ukrainian platoon calls for help.
The Netherlands has recorded more days of 30°C or higher than in any year since 1947, with the record broken in mid-August as climate-linked heatwaves continue and the Rhine hits near-record lows.
Situation report on Mount Etna's ongoing eruption in Sicily, detailing flight cancellations at Catania Airport, stranded passengers, surge in volcano tourism, safety warnings and economic impact.
Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz remains under its control and closed until conditions are met, one day after President Trump stated the US holds total dominance. Pakistan continues mediation efforts as Asian powers prepare for SCO and BRICS summits.
Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the disputed Iturup island in the Kuril chain, drawing strong protests from Japan over the long-running territorial dispute intensified by Russia's war in Ukraine.
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