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The four contested islands, seized by Russia during World War II, have gained importance since the end of the conflict, providing strategic military bases to the Kremlin, coupled with their rich mineral deposits and fishing grounds.
Video. Colombia's earthquake death toll rose to 265 in Pereira by 12 August 2026, with almost 500 still missing. Rescuers described scenes of horror as the critical 72-hour survival window closed.
Lionel Messi makes a substitute appearance for Inter Miami on Wednesday following the death of his father and hinting he may retire.
Argentina star Lionel Messi hinted at retirement on Wednesday before featuring in Inter Miami’s defeat by Leon.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam rejects Israel’s claim that villages destroyed in southern Lebanon were military sites.
A deleted video of Tamil star Vikram cuddling an endangered gibbon has triggered an inquiry into how the animal entered India.
Amid legal struggles, Gaza women opt for quicker divorces, sacrificing rights to escape prolonged court battles.
Palestinian family’s home demolished despite court order, leaving them homeless under sweltering heat in the West Bank.
GDP expanded by 0.4% in three months to June, but analysts warn growth is ‘likely to fade’
EU enlargement is set to face its moment of truth in the coming months as Montenegro and Albania near membership, Ukraine and Moldova advance, and Brussels weighs reforms needed to absorb a bigger, more complex Union.
American footballer Travis Kelce has revealed his feelings about becoming one with Taylor Swift in his first comments on his secretive marriage to the pop sensation.
Settlers and soldiers cut off water and electricity to homes, and block medical care in campaign of terror
Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
The designation of PCC and CV serves to expand Washington’s reach into the country’s politics and security.
Video. Spain witnessed its first total solar eclipse in more than a century on Wednesday 12 August, drawing millions of people to viewing sites across the north of the country as the Moon passed directly in front of the Sun.
Global water demand will increase by 55 percent by 2050. Europe loses 23 percent of treated water before it's billed because of old, leaky pipes. Water Europe says AI-driven upgrades could generate around €3 billion in annual savings and more than 13,000 jobs.
The number of civilians killed in Ukraine in July jumped to its highest level since the first months of the Russian invasion, the UN said Thursday. At least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured across Ukraine in July, according to the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission, as Russia intensified its long-range missile strikes. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Video. Skywatchers across Europe gathered to watch a rare solar eclipse, using protective glasses as the Moon passed in front of the Sun.
Voters will choose between 34 candidates - the most to stand in any British parliamentary election.
The airport said diversions caused by the Middle East conflict helped boost its traffic, while Heathrow was ranked second.
England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.
Becca Stock says she has received plenty of abuse online, but why do people leave nasty comments?
Imperial College London experts say standard party balloons can take years to break down.
From the digital euro to private interoperability and Brazil's PIX, the race for sovereignty is on, but the real test is securing payment autonomy at home and abroad.