MOSCOW, August 1: A deadly explosion at a restaurant in central Moscow killed three people and injured at least 21 others after an improvised explosive device detonated outside a private event, according to Russian authorities. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described the incident as a “terrorist attack” and vowed that those responsible would be brought to justice.
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Two Firefighting Helicopters Collide in Greece as Deadly Wildfires Sweep Southern Europe
Two firefighters were killed after two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a massive wildfire in Greece on Sunday, as destructive blazes continued to scorch parts of southern Europe amid extreme heat, strong winds and prolonged drought.
EU to Hold Emergency Meeting as Ceuta Migrant Crossings Trigger Tensions Among Member States
The European Union will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday to address the migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta after a surge in migrant crossings sparked diplomatic tensions among several member states. The discussions come as around 60,000 migrants entered Ceuta from Morocco, prompting renewed debate over border security and migration policy across Europe.
Jay Clayton to Assume Office as US Director of National Intelligence After Bill Pulte’s Departure
Jay Clayton will officially take charge as the United States Director of National Intelligence (DNI) on Monday after receiving Senate confirmation earlier this week, bringing an end to Bill Pulte’s two-month tenure as acting intelligence chief. The leadership transition follows discussions between President Donald Trump, Pulte and Clayton, according to statements shared by Pulte on Saturday.
Russia Launches Deadly Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine as Zelensky Urges More Patriot Air Defenses
At least nine people were killed and 30 others injured, including four children, after Russia launched a large-scale overnight missile and drone assault targeting Kyiv and several other regions of Ukraine. Following the attack, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky renewed his appeal to Western allies for additional Patriot air defense missiles, warning that the country’s shortage of anti-ballistic interceptors is leaving civilians increasingly vulnerable.
Trump Threatens to Revive Settlement Fund as Attorney General Nomination Faces Senate Uncertainty
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Saturday warned that he could move ahead with an “Anti-Weaponization Fund” and keep acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in his current position if two Republican senators continue to oppose Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. The development has added fresh uncertainty to a Senate confirmation process that had been expected to move forward next week.