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Over 8,000 Civilians Killed In Ukrainian Strikes Since War Broke Out: Russia
From February 2022 to June 30, 2026, the total number of casualties reached 30,913, including about 8,434 fatalities
US Independence Day Parade In Washington Cancelled Due To Extreme Heat
Around 160 million Americans were under either major or extreme heat warnings as the country prepared to mark the 250th anniversary of its independence, according to the National Weather Service.
"Knocked Hell Out Of Iran": Trump As Ali Khamenei's Funeral Begins
Ali Khamenei, who ruled Iran for 36 years, was killed on February 28 - the day the US and Israel began striking Iran, triggering a war in the Middle East.
Ali Khamenei's 14-Month-Old Granddaughter's Tiny Coffin, Pic Shown At Funeral
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's granddaughter, Zahra Mohammadi Golpayegani, was killed alongside him and some other family members on February 28.
Over 100 Hindu-Americans Mark US 250th Anniversary, Raise Hinduphobia Concerns
Hosted by the Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA), the event brought together lawmakers, community leaders, students, veterans, researchers and interfaith representatives
'Fake News': Israel Rejects Report On Plotting To Kill Iranian Negotiators
US is Israel's closest ally, but President Donald Trump has been publicly critical of Israeli PM Netanyahu in recent weeks after Israel's war with Hezbollah in Lebanon threatened peace talks with Iran.
"Usually Read Stories About Myself": Trump On Usha Vance's Podcast
When Vance asked Trump if he has much time to read for fun while serving as president, he replied that he ends up mostly reading newspapers.
'For Tibet': Tibetan Exile's Last Message As He Set Self On Fire Outside UN Office
The self-immolation comes at a symbolically charged time for the exile community, with preparations underway for the Dalai Lama's upcoming 91st birthday celebrations.
Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar's Relative Arrested In Gangrape Of Foreign Women
The suspects, identified as Muhammad Raza Dar, Hassan Raza, Sikandar Khan and Sajid Ali, were sent to five-day police remand by a Lahore court on Friday.
'I Should Invite Obama, Biden': Trump Floats White House Football Reunion
Donald Trump made the suggestion on the podcast hosted by US Second Lady Usha Vance which was released on Friday ahead of the 250th anniversary of American Independence.
Baloch Rebels Claim They Killed Over 30 Pak Coast Guards In Suicide Bombing
The rebel group said the attack took place at approximately 6:32 pm on July 3, when a member of its elite Majeed Brigade allegedly drove an explosive-laden Mazda vehicle into the Coast Guards camp.
"Send Them To Iran Or Cuba": Trump Spokeswoman Slams 'Lazy' Gen Z In Viral Remark
Leavitt's remarks quickly drew criticism online, with many commentators arguing that they overlooked the economic challenges facing young Americans.
Iranian Speaker, Foreign Minister Break Down In Tears At Khamenei Farewell
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi broke down in tears during the farewell ceremony for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday.
"Mind Your...": Iran Hits Back At Trump Over "Hungry Nation" Remarks
Iran on Thursday criticised US President Donald Trump over his remarks on Iran's economy and food needs, accusing him of projecting America's own domestic challenges after Trump said the United States hoped to export food commodities to Iran.
Brazil Court Rules Jair Bolsonaro To Remain Under House Arrest
Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has ruled that former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro can remain under house arrest due to health concerns, a court decision showed on Friday.
Russia Says It Seized Eastern Ukrainian Stronghold Of Kostyantynivka
Russia on Friday said it had captured the eastern Ukrainian city of Kostyantynivka, a key post on the road leading to the last major cities in the Donbas region under Kyiv's control.
5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chile
An earthquake measuring 5.5 magnitude struck near coast of central Chile on Friday, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said.
Venezuela Earthquake: Death Count Rises To 2,645, Over 12,600 Injured
The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has risen to 2,645, with more than 12,600 injured, according to new officia figures released on Friday.
Heatwave In US Delays 250th Independence Day Celebrations
A blistering heat wave gripping several states across the East Coast of the US prompted the closure of the Great American State Fair here Friday and forced cancellations of the Independence Day celebrations across the region.
