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‘Astronomical’ fuel price surge hits farmers in UK and US
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The Guardian Europe
left56d ago

‘Astronomical’ fuel price surge hits farmers in UK and US

Farmers in the UK and US are facing an "astronomical" surge in diesel fuel costs, with prices rising by up to 14p per litre in the UK and reaching an all-time high of $5.85 per gallon in the US. Renewed Middle East hostilities and Russia's extended ban on diesel exports have driven up crude oil prices, impacting agricultural operations and leading farmers to alter purchasing patterns due to cashflow concerns.

Iran
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EU ministers to discuss enlargement and situation in Ukraine with Kyiv's EU integration official
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

EU ministers to discuss enlargement and situation in Ukraine with Kyiv's EU integration official

EU ministers will discuss enlargement prospects and the situation in Ukraine with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Vsevolod Chentsov at an informal summit in Ireland on September 4. Chentsov will brief his counterparts on the ongoing conflict, while ministers will also discuss safeguards for the accession process and democracy, with Ireland advancing the enlargement agenda.

Ukraine–Russia
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Zaporizhzhia Oblast head leaves his post to lead Restoration Agency
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Zaporizhzhia Oblast head leaves his post to lead Restoration Agency

The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has relieved Ivan Fedorov of his duties as head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration, appointing him to lead the State Agency for Restoration and Development of Infrastructure. Fedorov stated he will continue to oversee Zaporizhzhia Oblast as co-chair of the Defence Council while scaling up his experience nationally.

Ukraine–Russia
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Why has the Philippine peso plunged to a record low?
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Al Jazeera
center56d ago

Why has the Philippine peso plunged to a record low?

The Philippine peso hit a record low of 62.71 against the US dollar on Friday, losing approximately 6 percent of its value since January 1. This decline is attributed to rising oil prices due to geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East and a strengthening US dollar, exacerbating the Philippines' fiscal and current account deficits.

Iran
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South Korea pushes back on reports it is readying Hormuz deployment amid US pressure
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The Guardian Asia
left56d ago

South Korea pushes back on reports it is readying Hormuz deployment amid US pressure

South Korean media reported on Thursday and Friday that Seoul was preparing to deploy military assets, including a P-8 Poseidon aircraft and a logistics support ship, to the Strait of Hormuz amid US pressure. The presidential office denied these reports, stating that nothing had been decided, though a review of potential contributions to maritime security in the region is ongoing.

Iran
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Ukrainian forces post video of strike on system used to launch Oniks and Zircon missiles in Crimea
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Ukrainian forces post video of strike on system used to launch Oniks and Zircon missiles in Crimea

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence Group 13 special unit struck a Russian Bastion coastal defence missile system in occupied Crimea in August 2026, destroying or damaging two fuel tankers and a command-and-staff vehicle. This operation targeted a system capable of launching Zircon and Oniks missiles, which Russia has used against Ukraine.

Ukraine–Russia
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Russia attacks Ukraine with missile and 121 drones: 103 UAVs shot down or jammed
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Russia attacks Ukraine with missile and 121 drones: 103 UAVs shot down or jammed

Russian forces attacked Ukraine with a Kh-31P missile and 121 drones launched from multiple locations since the evening of September 3. As of the morning of September 4, Ukrainian air defense systems reported downing or jamming 103 drones, with strikes recorded at 15 locations and the attack ongoing.

Ukraine–Russia
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When does rage help us, and when does it harm us? Ukraine has taught me the answers | Charlotte Higgins
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The Guardian Europe
left56d ago

When does rage help us, and when does it harm us? Ukraine has taught me the answers | Charlotte Higgins

Fury at Russia’s death and destruction has fuelled art, action and resistance. But eventually, rage’s fire is all-consumingTwice, I have heard Ukrainians perform Verdi’s Requiem.

Ukraine–Russia
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Battlefield sees 240 clashes over past day, including 38 on Pokrovsk front alone – Ukraine's General Staff
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Battlefield sees 240 clashes over past day, including 38 on Pokrovsk front alone – Ukraine's General Staff

Ukraine's General Staff reported 240 combat clashes across the frontlines on September 3, with the Pokrovsk front experiencing the highest intensity with 38 Russian attacks. Ukrainian forces repelled numerous assaults across multiple sectors, including 22 attacks on the South Slobozhanshchyna front and 38 on the Pokrovsk front.

Ukraine–Russia
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War-bruised Myanmar finds relief in bareknuckle bloodsport
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Myanmar Now
center56d ago

War-bruised Myanmar finds relief in bareknuckle bloodsport

In Karen State—the country’s lethwei heartland—young fighters rise early to train their bodies and minds, preparing to face each other in the ring with ‘dignity and respect’.

Myanmar
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Over half of Germans support arms supplies to Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Over half of Germans support arms supplies to Ukraine

A new ARD-Deutschlandtrend poll shows that 52% of Germans support arms supplies to Ukraine, while 42% believe the deliveries have gone too far.

Ukraine–Russia
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Morning update
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Middle East Eye
center56d ago

Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments: South Korea is reviewing practical options, including possible military measures, for supporting freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, a presidential Blue House official said on Friday. The official has denied claims suggesting that Seoul provided no assistance in the matter, saying they were "not true".

Iran
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Europe calls out Russia’s ‘hybrid war’ in public. But how can it make Putin pay?
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The Guardian Europe
left56d ago

Europe calls out Russia’s ‘hybrid war’ in public. But how can it make Putin pay?

Across Europe, suspected Russian sabotage campaigns targeting Ukrainian support infrastructure have escalated, with recent incidents including a drone discovery at Germany's Leipzig airport and fires at defence facilities. European governments are increasingly identifying Moscow as the perpetrator but struggle to impose meaningful costs beyond diplomatic expulsions and sanctions, fearing escalation beyond conventional war.

Ukraine–Russia
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US Congresswoman says Trump and Hegseth committing 'war crimes', calls for end to conflict
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Middle East Eye
center56d ago

US Congresswoman says Trump and Hegseth committing 'war crimes', calls for end to conflict

US Congresswoman Delia Ramirez has criticised the continued use of American weaponry abroad as well as its war on Iran, calling for an end to the conflict. "A day that should be filled with celebrations for a couple’s new beginning turned into devastation.

Iran
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Russia loses 1,440 soldiers and more than 600 pieces of military equipment over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Russia loses 1,440 soldiers and more than 600 pieces of military equipment over past day

Ukraine's General Staff has updated data on Russian losses: Russia lost 1,440 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day.

Ukraine–Russia
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Entertainment over policy? White House arcade games ignite backlash
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Al Jazeera
center56d ago

Entertainment over policy? White House arcade games ignite backlash

On Thursday, the White House launched five arcade-style games on its website, promoting President Trump's agenda, including "Build the Wall" and "Rio Run." Critics argue these games prioritize entertainment over pressing issues like rising costs and the ongoing conflict in Iran, with rights groups calling them a "lack of seriousness."

United States
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US Treasury secretary blames Ukraine for global rise in energy prices
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

US Treasury secretary blames Ukraine for global rise in energy prices

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure are a key factor destabilizing global markets and driving up energy prices worldwide. Bessent made these remarks on Fox News, attributing the global energy shock partly to Ukraine's actions, while also defending direct engagement with Russian officials at the G20 summit.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ukraine's defence forces strike Russian air defence unit near Sochi – videos
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Ukrainska Pravda
center56d ago

Ukraine's defence forces strike Russian air defence unit near Sochi – videos

Ukraine's defence forces struck a Russian air defence unit near Sochi on the night of September 3-4, causing a fire at a military facility in the Sirius area. OSINT analysis of eyewitness videos indicates the target may have been an S-300 or S-400 system, with local residents reporting numerous explosions and a large fire.

Ukraine–Russia
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Vance: US investigating strike on Iran wedding 'very fully'
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Middle East Eye
center56d ago

Vance: US investigating strike on Iran wedding 'very fully'

US Vice President JD Vance told reporters on Thursday that the US is "very fully" investigating the military's reported strikes on a wedding in Iran which killed at least four people this week. There were at least a dozen other victims along the southern coast of Iran after the US unleashed a barrage of attacks in one of the largest flare-ups since the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the two sides more than two months ago.

Iran
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Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: A list of controversies that define his tenure
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Al Jazeera
center56d ago

Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: A list of controversies that define his tenure

On Wednesday, Republican Senator Thom Tillis urged President Donald Trump to replace Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing inept management and a leadership void within the Pentagon. Hegseth's tenure has been marked by significant personnel turnover, including the firings of top military leaders and the resignation of Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, amid concerns over his leadership style and focus on cultural battles.

United States
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