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The UN reported that over 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan at the start of this year were caused by drone attacks. Spain is addressing the situation of over 1000 unaccompanied minors in Ceuta who cannot be legally deported.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is 'very difficult' following reports of Khamenei's wounding in a US-Israeli strike that killed his father. Pezeshkian defended Khamenei against speculation about his absence from public view.

Two French livestreamers received suspended prison sentences for abusing and humiliating a man during online broadcasts that preceded his death. They were convicted of violence and incitement to hatred but cleared of causing the man's death.

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, the most complete since 1989, requiring special glasses to view safely. Bryan Quinn and France Televisions provide guidance on selecting appropriate eclipse-viewing spectacles.

Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic primary to contest one of the state's Senate seats. His platform emphasized universal health care and removing corporate money from elections, while his criticism of Israel highlighted a shift among Democrats regarding U.S. involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts.

Israel resumed military strikes on southern Lebanon, blaming Hezbollah for a ceasefire violation, while US-backed peace talks in Rome aimed to end cross-border hostilities. Lebanon reported at least one death, and Israel issued an evacuation alert in a southern town, highlighting the truce's fragility.

Four people were stabbed in central London's Covent Garden, a popular tourist area, and a woman has been arrested in a suspected mental health-related incident, according to the Metropolitan Police.

El-Sayed narrowly won the Michigan US Senate primary. The race was described as high-profile.

Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, securing a key victory for the party's left wing. The win over Haley Stevens is expected to intensify debates on economic populism, healthcare, and Israel support ahead of November's midterms.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has rejected a US deal for Hamas disarmament, stating the Israeli army will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas is fully disarmed, contradicting an October ceasefire agreement.

The Guardian reports that France's Puy du Fou theme park continued working with a Russian oligarch after sanctions were imposed and has ties to Vladimir Putin. Critics claim it rewrites history and serves as a political park.

Russian missiles and drones killed at least 17 people in Ukraine. Ukraine reported being unable to intercept any Russian missiles, and accused Russia of deliberately targeting civilians with small drones.

Humanoid robots, once a science fiction concept, are now a major focus in Silicon Valley. McKinsey estimates automation could transform up to 30% of US work hours by 2030, with companies developing robots for human interaction and daily tasks.

A deadly Russian attack on Kyiv and its region killed at least 17 people, including eight at a railway station. Ukraine's air defenses intercepted most drones but failed to stop any Russian missiles due to a shortage of US-made ballistic interceptors.

A four-tonne piece of a SpaceX rocket is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the Moon on August 5, with the collision expected to create a lunar crater but posing no danger to Earth. The Falcon 9 upper stage was anticipated to impact the Moon at approximately 06:35 GMT, though official confirmation of the crash has not yet been provided.

A Russian strike on Kyiv overnight killed at least two people and wounded a dozen others. The Ukrainian capital has faced ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks for weeks, with Ukraine increasing long-range attacks on Russia, resulting in growing casualties on both sides.

The Michigan Democratic Senate race between Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed is a key test for the party’s future. El-Sayed held a narrow lead as of Tuesday evening, with the winner facing Mike Rogers in November’s midterm elections.

Norbert Wiener, founder of cybernetics, may be considered a co-founder of modern AI alongside Alan Turing and John von Neumann. The article highlights his warnings against the automation of society.

Russian strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens overnight, according to authorities. Russia has increased long-range missile attacks in July, and five people were killed in the Moscow region on Tuesday.

Authorities arrested a man carrying ammunition and later found a loaded gun in his car outside US President Donald Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course, where he was allegedly photographing security preparations for a fundraising event.