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Iran Accuses US of Bombing Civilian Infrastructure Amid Renewed Airstrikes

Iran blames the United States for targeting bridges, a train station, and an airport in recent airstrikes following the collapse of peace talks.

Jul 18, 2026, 7:22 AM Africanews

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US Launches Seventh Night of Airstrikes on Iran Amid Tehran’s Threat of Full-Scale Offensive

Tensions escalate as US airstrikes target Iranian infrastructure and Tehran retaliates with attacks on US military sites in the Gulf.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:51 AM

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Trump’s Claims of Chinese Election Interference Highlight Crisis in American Democracy, Says Beijing Adviser

A political scientist from the Chinese University of Hong Kong describes former President Donald Trump’s allegations as campaign rhetoric and urges the US to focus on democratic reforms.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:41 AM

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India Launches First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-1, Marking a New Era in Space

Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, advancing the nation's role in the global space economy.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:30 AM

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Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills Seven at Moscow Logistics Centre Amid Large-Scale Drone Wave

A Ukrainian drone strike on a Wildberries logistics centre in western Russia killed seven night-shift workers and wounded 24, as over 370 drones targeted the Moscow region with most intercepted by air defenses.

France 24 English | Jul 18, 2026, 6:25 AM

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Israel’s ‘Crimson Thread’ Military Barrier Cuts Off Palestinian Communities in West Bank

The newly announced barrier in the Jordan Valley is severing Palestinian access to farmland and displacing families, according to local officials and Israeli NGOs.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 6:02 AM

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Rising University Costs Under Job-ready Graduates Scheme Impact Young Australians' Home Ownership

The federal government faces growing calls to scrap the Job-ready Graduates scheme as expensive degrees hinder young Australians' ability to enter the property market.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:49 AM

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EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas Visits Naval Missions in the Red Sea

Kallas met with personnel from the EU's ASPIDES and ATALANTA missions to discuss efforts protecting vital shipping routes.

Euronews | Jul 18, 2026, 5:47 AM

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Iran Renewed Attacks on Gulf States Following Continued US Strikes

Tensions escalate as Iran and the US target military sites and shipping traffic in the Gulf, raising fears of all-out conflict.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:43 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Forcibly Hospitalised After 21-Day Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk, protesting exam irregularities in India, was taken to hospital by police amid health concerns, sparking calls for further action from the Cockroach Janta Party.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:36 AM

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Trump Jokes That England Turned Harry Kane Into a ‘Defensive Player’

US President Donald Trump made a lighthearted comment about England’s football captain Harry Kane, suggesting a change in his playing style.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 5:27 AM

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US Conducts Seventh Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran’s Southern Infrastructure

Bridges and energy facilities targeted, cutting water supply to villages in southern Iran.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 5:19 AM

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Colombia's Ecopetrol Reports Cyberattack Affecting Data of 3,300 Accounts

Ecopetrol, Latin America's major energy producer, faces potential risks after a cyberattack targeted its cloud storage across multiple subsidiaries.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:11 AM

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Indian Activist Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized Following Police Intervention at Jantar Mantar

Sonam Wangchuk, fasting in protest against an education minister, was moved to hospital by police on court orders amid escalating tensions at a New Delhi protest site.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 5:06 AM

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Mandela Day Sparks Debate Over Legacy Amid South Africa’s Social Challenges

As South Africa faces inequality and division, Mandela Day 2026 has become a focal point for disputes over immigration and the country’s future direction.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 4:50 AM

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Meta Oversight Board Finds AI Models Limit Political Criticism in Line with Restrictive Laws

A report reveals that major large language models (LLMs) often avoid generating politically critical content, reflecting national laws that restrict free expression.

Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 4:36 AM

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Tari Lang Reflects on Suharto Era in Memoir 'My Neighbour, The Dictator'

The memoir offers a teenager's perspective on repression and upheaval during Indonesia's three-decade dictatorship, aiming to warn new generations about authoritarianism.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 4:31 AM

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90% of Wang Fuk Court Owners Accept Government Buy-Back Offer Amid Concerns Over Rushed Decisions

Majority of flat owners at the fire-damaged Wang Fuk Court have agreed to the government’s buy-back plan, though some residents express unease about the speed of decision-making and priority selection.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 4:19 AM

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Iran Warns of Full-Scale Offensive if US Bombing Continues

Iranian Major General Mohsen Rezaei warns of expanded attacks if US strikes persist, as missile barrages are intercepted over Jordan and tensions rise in the Gulf region.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 4:17 AM

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US Partially Lifts Hong Kong Sanctions but Maintains Autonomy Restrictions

The United States has allowed the expiration of parts of former President Trump's national emergency order on Hong Kong, easing some sanctions but keeping key restrictions in place amid ongoing concerns over the territory's autonomy.

CNA Latest News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:10 AM

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EU Proposes Slowing Carbon Emission Cuts for Businesses in Major Policy Shift

The European Union aims to relax its emissions trading system, extending deadlines for industries to reduce greenhouse gases as part of a climate policy overhaul.

BBC World | Jul 18, 2026, 4:08 AM

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Israeli Army Destroys Three Schools in Southern Lebanon, Minister Says

At least 20 schools have been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict, with hundreds more damaged and half a million children out of school.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:59 AM

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Caitlin Clark Sets WNBA Record Amid Ongoing Controversy

Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark made history with a 45-point, 10-assist game against the Seattle Storm, while tensions continue over her treatment and league leadership's response.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 3:57 AM

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US Expands Military Strikes in Iran, Signaling Strategic Shift

Recent US strikes have moved from the Strait of Hormuz to undisclosed inland locations in Iran, indicating a broader military campaign.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 3:45 AM