Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's capital kill at least eight people and injure dozens more
At least eight people were killed and 34 others injured after Russia carried out a massive missile and drone attack on Kiev overnight, hitting residential buildings and causing fires in several facilities, including a hotel.
The attacks affected all ten districts of the capital, while thousands of residents took refuge in metro stations to escape the bombings.
Russia said it had struck military and energy targets in response to Ukrainian attacks, while Poland scrambled fighter jets to protect its airspace.
Venezuela death toll rises to at least 2,295 as medical crisis widens
At least 2,295 people have died and over 11,000 have been injured in the earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24, while thousands of survivors are living in overcrowded shelters, without clean water and in dire hygienic conditions.
Doctors and humanitarian organizations warn that the country is facing a serious health crisis, as the risk of infections and disease outbreaks is increasing every day.
Meanwhile, the United States has sent 900 military personnel to assist in rescue operations and has pledged $300 million in humanitarian aid.
Parallel US-Iran talks in Qatar end with promise to continue talks
Talks between the US and Iran, held separately in Qatar with the mediation of Qatar and Pakistan, ended with positive progress and the parties agreed to continue negotiations after the funeral of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
The aim of the discussions is to reach a temporary agreement on navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, although disputes over control of this strategic sea route remain the main obstacle.
The US and Gulf Arab states oppose Iran's demand to impose tariffs and control shipping, an issue that continues to heighten tensions in the region.
Committee charged with governing Gaza after war says Cyprus talks very productive
The Palestinian committee tasked with administering Gaza after the war announced that it had held "very productive" talks in Cyprus on easing the humanitarian crisis and plans for the territory's reconstruction, security and governance.
The committee reiterated its support for the 20-point American plan and said it is ready to assume responsibilities as soon as the necessary conditions are created.
However, the process remains slow, as the international reconstruction fund has not yet received funding and the international Gaza stabilization force has not been established.
