Russia launches major missile attack on Ukraine, exposing gaps in air defences Explosions echo across Kyiv as more than 40 missiles rain down on Ukrainian capital The Independent UK · Jul 19
The week that was in international affairs: US-Iran ceasefire dead, Hormuz blockade back on; China flexes with missile test Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your weekly wrap of international news. This week we are covering the slow crumbling of the US-Iran ceasefire, the reimposition of US naval blockade on Iran, protests in Ukraine over firing of the defence minister, China’s missile test in the South… The Times of India · Jul 19
FAA and federal workers forced to install $1.4 million White House app containing Russian-built Elfsight code onto government-issued mobile devices Official White House app faces scrutiny after researchers uncovered Russian-linked software origins, data concerns, and unanswered federal security approval questions. TechRadar · Jul 19
Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv, other cities; expose gaps in Ukraine's air defences Moscow has in recent weeks stepped up its use of ballistic missiles as it seeks to choke off Ukrainian strikes on oil facilities deep inside Russia that have caused critical fuel shortages affecting both the military and the civilian population. The Economic Times · Jul 19
Education Dept. flags potential national security threat. Donations are pouring in to US universities from sanctioned Chinese entities “I relate it to having kids and not parenting well.” We Got This Covered · Jul 19
'That's what Lindsey wanted': Trump seeks Iran's inclusion in Russia sanctions bill President Trump wants Republican lawmakers to add Iran to the Russia sanctions bill. This legislation targets major buyers of Russian energy and aims to hold them accountable. The revised bill refines tariff authority and adds new measures for sanctions evasion. It also incorporates acts targeting Chinese support for Russia's defense… The Times of India · Jul 19
Russia Pounds Ukraine With A Barrage of Ballistics. Kremlin Is Exploiting A Crucial Weakness Kremlin has stepped up its use of ballistic missiles as it seeks to retaliate for Ukrainian strikes on oil facilities deep inside Russia, exploiting Ukraine's shortage of US-made Patriot air defense systems. International Business Times · Jul 19
Decorated wild-boar tusk found in Russia may have been medieval warrior's good-luck charm A 12th-century wild-boar tusk found in Russia may be a warrior's amulet. LiveScience · Jul 19
How to make Russian salad – recipe Cooked vegetables, pickles and good mayonnaise are key components of this traditional but adaptable dish The Guardian - UK · Jul 19
Caspian Pipeline Consortium: Oil loadings halted after tanker attack at Black Sea terminal Oil loadings at a Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal off Russia's Black Sea coast were suspended on Sunday after two oil tankers were attacked during loading operations, with one vessel catching fire, the company said. The Times of India · Jul 19
At least six killed as Russia launches overnight missile and drone attack on Ukraine Russia launched 41 missiles and 125 drones at Ukraine overnight, a day after Kyiv sent drones across the border into Russia. Euronews · Jul 19
Russia pounds Kyiv with ballistic missiles in escalating air war KYIV (UKRAINE) - Russia fired two dozen ballistic missiles at Kyiv overnight on Sunday, killing one person and wounding 16, in an ever-escalating air war that is taking an increasing civilian toll on both sides. Bangkok Post · Jul 19
Russia rains missiles on Kyiv in one of biggest overnight attacks since war began At least one person was killed and 13 others injured after Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Ukraine overnight into Sunday, targeting Kyiv and the surrounding region, Ukrainian authorities said. The Times of India · Jul 19
Russian oil depots hit after large scale ballistic missile attack on Kyiv IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 19
The Guardian - UK · Jul 19 Russia pounds Kyiv for five hours in one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks Attack on Ukraine’s capital and other cities leaves at least six people dead and dozens injured
The Independent UK · Jul 19 1 killed, 8 injured in an overnight Russian attack on Kyiv Authorities are reporting that a Russian attack on Kyiv has killed one person and injured eight others
The Economic Times · Jul 19 Kyiv struck after attack on Russian e-commerce giant Russian strikes wounded several in Ukraine's capital after Kyiv launched deadly drone attacks. These bombardments highlight Ukraine's dual challenge of facing daily Russian attacks and domestic political instability. Ukrainian drones struck e-commerce warehouses in Russia, killing eight people and causing major fires. Meanwhile, thousands gathered for a third day protesting…
France 24 · Jul 19 Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv after attack on Moscow warehouses Russia launched strikes at Kyiv on Sunday that killed one person and wounded several one day after a deadly Ukrainian drone attack hit e-commerce warehouses near Moscow.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 19 Ukraine war briefing: Strikes devastate Russian warehouses ‘used for drones’ Ukraine hits Wildberries logistics centres in Moscow and Tambov regions; video shows moment of Monaco contract killing attempt. What we know on day 1,607
The Economic Times · Jul 19 Ukrainian drones hit warehouses and other sites across Russia, killing 9 and wounding over 80 Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks on Russia, striking warehouses linked to online retailer Wildberries, an oil depot near Moscow and other military logistics targets. Russian officials said nine people were killed and over 80 injured, while Kyiv said the strikes targeted facilities used to support Russia’s drone…
Bangkok Post · Jul 18 Ukrainian strikes on Russian warehouses kill 8, shroud skies in smoke MOSCOW - Waves of Ukrainian explosive-laden drones on Saturday pounded e-commerce warehouses in the Moscow and Tambov regions, killing eight people and causing large fires that blackened the skies with thick smoke for hours.
The Independent UK · Jul 18 Russian online retail warehouses hit by Ukraine drones in deadly attack Huge plumes of smoke seen over Wildberries plant in Elektrostal near Moscow
The Independent UK · Jul 18 Ukraine drone strike on Russia’s largest online retailer leaves 9 dead IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jul 18 7 killed and more than 50 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions Russian officials report that Ukrainian drone attacks overnight have killed seven people and wounded 51 others
The Times of India · Jul 18 7 killed as Ukrainian drones hit Russian warehouses, oil depot near Moscow Seven people were killed and 51 others wounded in a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks across Russia overnight, Russian officials said on Saturday. The strikes hit two warehouses belonging to Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, as well as an oil depot and a residential building. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed…