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Jul 1, 2026, 06:08 PM

An opinion piece argues that a poll showing overwhelming EU citizen support for Brussels' policies was skewed, having been funded and carried out by the European Commission itself. The article questions the poll's independence and framing.

Jul 1, 2026, 05:54 PM

Britain's police watchdog has launched a gross misconduct investigation into two officers over their handling of the case of fatally stabbed student Henry Nowak. The probe examines whether the officers' actions fell short of professional standards.

Jul 1, 2026, 05:38 PM

A hardline traditionalist group has triggered a new schism within the Catholic Church, prompting Pope Leo XIV to condemn the move as a grave sin. The rift is expected to result in excommunications for the clergy involved.

Jul 1, 2026, 05:38 PM

An analysis argues Israel long avoided recognizing the Armenian Genocide to protect ties with Türkiye and Azerbaijan, but the political cost of that silence is now shifting. The piece frames renewed friction between Israel and Türkiye through this historical lens.

Jul 1, 2026, 04:47 PM

Shrimp farming is expanding in India's landlocked northern regions, part of a broader seafood export boom. India exported around 2 million metric tons of seafood worth $8.46 billion in fiscal year 2026.

Jul 1, 2026, 04:29 PM

An analysis warns that a hurried US-backed power-sharing plan for Libya may deepen existing fractures rather than resolve them. The proposed family-based bargain, negotiated with outside backing, risks entrenching old rivalries instead of easing the political deadlock.

Jul 1, 2026, 03:32 PM

France's National Assembly has approved the Macron-backed assisted dying bill, after it was previously rejected by the Senate. The vote marks a significant step in the long-running legislative debate over end-of-life rights in France.

Jul 1, 2026, 03:20 PM

The United States has lifted sanctions on four Indian entities that had been targeted two years ago over alleged links to Russia. The move signals a possible easing of Washington's sanctions posture toward Indian firms tied to Russian trade.

Jul 1, 2026, 02:13 PM

An opinion piece argues that debates over air conditioning use in the EU reflect a broader trend of governments regulating acceptable levels of personal discomfort. The author warns that once such comfort becomes a matter of public policy, further intrusions are likely to follow.

Jul 1, 2026, 01:41 PM

Former Ukrainian army chief Valery Zaluzhny has told President Zelensky he intends to challenge him in the next presidential election, according to Ukrainskaya Pravda. The reported rivalry underscores growing political competition within Ukraine's wartime leadership.

Jul 1, 2026, 01:35 PM

Deadly floods struck Ghana's capital Accra after heavy rainfall on Monday, killing at least 12 people according to the Ghana National Fire Service. The disaster highlights ongoing flood risks in West African urban centers.

Jul 1, 2026, 01:30 PM

Afghanistan has launched drone strikes inside Pakistan, days after Islamabad carried out a similar cross-border action. The tit-for-tat strikes mark an escalation in the ongoing military tensions between the two neighboring countries.

Jul 1, 2026, 01:27 PM

Britain has suffered the largest fall in household wealth among developed economies since the Covid-19 pandemic began, according to the UBS Global Wealth Report 2026. The report highlights mounting economic pressure on UK households.

US security chief gloats over Iran’s World Cup exit

Jul 1, 2026, 12:42 PM

US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he celebrated after actions targeting Iran's national soccer team led to its exit from World Cup contention. The remark drew criticism for politicizing sport amid ongoing US-Iran tensions.

Jul 1, 2026, 11:07 AM

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iran's president to stress the importance of free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Middle East peace talks. The call reflects India's economic stake in keeping the vital oil and trade route open.

Jul 1, 2026, 10:54 AM

At least 36 students and one staff member remain missing after gunmen attacked a school in Nigeria, the latest in a series of school abductions plaguing the country. Security forces are searching for the missing amid growing concern over insurgent violence targeting educational institutions.

Russia seizes mammoth cocaine haul hidden in frozen fish – FSB (VIDEO)

Jul 1, 2026, 10:44 AM

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) disrupted a cocaine smuggling route from Latin America, seizing over half a ton of drugs hidden inside frozen tuna shipments. The bust highlights ongoing efforts by Russian authorities to combat international narcotics trafficking.

West living in ‘bubble of lies’ over Ukrainian attacks on civilians – Moscow (VIDEO)

Jul 1, 2026, 10:18 AM

Russia's envoy to the OSCE, Dmitry Polyansky, accused the West of ignoring Ukrainian attacks on civilians while continuing to blame Moscow, calling this a 'bubble of lies'. The statement reflects Russia's ongoing narrative campaign around the war's civilian toll.

CIA chief warns of AI-powered ‘digital nuclear weapons’

Jul 1, 2026, 10:04 AM

CIA Director John Ratcliffe compared AI-driven cyberwarfare tools to 'digital nuclear weapons,' warning of their potential to cause catastrophic disruption. The comments underscore growing US concern over AI's dual-use risks in national security.

Jul 1, 2026, 09:33 AM

The Bank of England warned that autonomous AI trading agents could trigger a market meltdown as human oversight of financial systems becomes increasingly impractical. The warning adds to growing regulatory concern about AI's role in financial markets.

Jul 1, 2026, 09:28 AM

Switzerland has returned 18 looted cultural artifacts to Nigeria as part of a broader international push to repatriate colonial-era items taken from Africa. The restitution follows similar moves by other European countries facing pressure over colonial legacies.

Jul 1, 2026, 08:25 AM

NATO has agreed a 70 billion euro Ukraine funding pledge for 2026, but Italy is reportedly blocking a matching commitment for 2027, according to German outlet FAZ. The dispute highlights ongoing divisions among European allies over sustaining long-term military support for Kiev.

Jul 1, 2026, 04:45 AM

Two English seaside towns have imposed a three-year public alcohol ban following a rise in beach fights, arrests and complaints from local businesses. The measure reflects broader efforts by UK local authorities to curb antisocial behavior linked to public drinking.

Iran emerged ‘stronger’ from war – geopolitical analyst

Jul 1, 2026, 03:22 AM

Geopolitical analyst Brandon Weichert told RT that US-Israeli military action against Iran has left the country in a stronger strategic position than before the war. The analysis challenges Western narratives about the war's outcome for Tehran.

Jul 1, 2026, 01:48 AM

A Gallup survey found that AI deepfake technology played a major role in a $68 billion fraud wave in the US last year. The findings underscore growing concern over AI-enabled scams targeting consumers and businesses.

Train crash triggers HAZMAT response in US (VIDEOS)

Jul 1, 2026, 12:28 AM

A freight train derailment in Pennsylvania triggered a major HAZMAT emergency response, with residents ordered to shelter in place. Authorities are investigating the cause of the derailment and assessing any hazardous material exposure risks.

Jun 30, 2026, 11:54 PM

US President Donald Trump disclosed more than $1.4 billion in income from cryptocurrency ventures in his latest financial disclosure. The figure has drawn scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest between his business holdings and policy decisions.

French opposition targeted in ‘lawfare’ police raids – presidential hopeful

Jun 30, 2026, 10:19 PM

French police raided offices linked to the National Rally party, prompting party leader and presidential hopeful Jordan Bardella to accuse authorities of politically motivated 'lawfare' against the opposition. The raids come amid heightened political tension ahead of upcoming elections.

Jun 30, 2026, 09:21 PM

RT analyzes the fallout of a dispute between Russian FM Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio over prior understandings reached in Alaska, arguing the deal has lost relevance as the Ukraine battlefield shifts. The piece frames Western diplomatic commitments as unstable and contingent on military developments.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s birthright citizenship order

Jun 30, 2026, 09:08 PM

The US Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship is unconstitutional. The decision marks a significant legal setback for the administration's broader immigration agenda.

Jun 30, 2026, 08:35 PM

Shabir Ahmed, a convicted serial child abuser due for release in the UK after losing British citizenship, reportedly cannot be deported due to legal obstacles, according to media reports. The case has reignited debate over deportation and immigration law enforcement in Britain.

One killed in car bombing in Israel (VIDEOS)

Jun 30, 2026, 07:45 PM

A man was killed in a car bombing in the northern Israeli city of Haifa, with police linking the blast to organized crime rather than terrorism. The incident adds to a series of violent crime-related attacks reported across Israel.

Leader of Germany’s most popular party wants to restore ties with Russia

Jun 30, 2026, 07:34 PM

The co-chair of Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) party said abandoning Russian energy imports has set the country back economically and called for restoring ties with Moscow. The remarks reflect the AfD's continued push for a shift in German foreign and energy policy.

The EU can’t fix Europe – but it can fund Kiev forever

Jun 30, 2026, 07:20 PM

An opinion piece argues that while railways stall, hospitals fail and scandals spread across Europe, Brussels still finds endless billions to fund its 'pet proxy war' in Ukraine. The author frames this as evidence the EU cannot fix its own domestic problems.

Jun 30, 2026, 06:59 PM

The US Supreme Court ruled that states can ban biological males from competing in female school and college sports. The decision upholds bans already enacted in several states.

Jun 30, 2026, 06:51 PM

A coalition party in the Czech Republic is seeking to strip Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of the country's top state honor over his decision to honor the UPA, a nationalist wartime militia. The move adds to a growing European backlash over the tribute.

Ukraine’s Nazi problem is no longer possible to ignore

Jun 30, 2026, 05:24 PM

An opinion piece argues Ukraine's controversy over honoring the UPA is not an isolated misstep but reflects how nationalist memory politics have become central to Kyiv's national identity. The author frames the dispute as part of a broader pattern.

Jun 30, 2026, 05:20 PM

Former UK Conservative MP Craig Williams admitted to cheating after using confidential government information to bet on the timing of the 2024 general election. He served as a prime ministerial aide at the time.

India’s oil imports from Russia soar despite end of US waiver

Jun 30, 2026, 04:40 PM

India's imports of Russian oil surged in June despite the end of a US sanctions waiver that had allowed such purchases. The trend underscores continued economic ties between New Delhi and Moscow despite Western pressure.

Jun 30, 2026, 04:33 PM

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is being mocked online for celebrating the national team's World Cup loss to Paraguay as a supposed show of resilience. Critics say the reaction reflects a broader pattern of systemic failures being spun as strengths in Germany.

Babies were ‘special targets’ of Israeli killings – UN probe panel chief

Jun 30, 2026, 04:07 PM

A UN inquiry panel chief said there is a clear pattern of Israeli attacks specifically targeting children, describing babies as having been 'special targets' of killings. Justice S. Muralidhar made the remarks in comments to RT India.

Jun 30, 2026, 02:06 PM

Russia and Rwanda have signed a roadmap to develop a small modular nuclear reactor project, with Russian state firm Rosatom advancing its nuclear power plans in the African country. The deal reflects Moscow's expanding nuclear energy footprint in Africa.

Jun 30, 2026, 02:03 PM

South Africa has deployed police across major cities, including Johannesburg and Cape Town, as anti-immigrant protests disrupt urban areas. The unrest reflects rising tensions over migration in the country.

Jun 30, 2026, 01:13 PM

Belarus has deployed drones equipped with loudspeakers to patrol its beaches, warning swimmers of threats and assisting emergency crews. The talking drones are presented as a new public safety measure.

Jun 30, 2026, 12:46 PM

Israel announced a space-based laser weapons project, claiming no other nation currently has such a capability. Details on deployment timelines were not disclosed.

Jun 30, 2026, 12:39 PM

Delhi has launched a major policy offering a $1,000 cash subsidy to residents who scrap old cars and switch to electric vehicles, as part of efforts to combat air pollution. The scheme aims to accelerate EV adoption in the Indian capital.

Jun 30, 2026, 12:35 PM

Beijing wants students at all school levels to improve their AI literacy under a new five-year national action plan. The policy aims to embed artificial intelligence learning across China's education system.

Jun 30, 2026, 12:34 PM

The mayor of the southern Lebanese village of Froun told RT that his village lies outside the so-called Yellow Line, Israel's self-declared buffer zone, and questioned Israeli claims of withdrawal from the area. The account challenges the official narrative on Israeli troop positions in southern Lebanon.

Jun 30, 2026, 11:16 AM

The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 1,307 Ebola cases and 377 deaths as of June 28, with the outbreak still concentrated in the east of the country. Health authorities continue efforts to contain the spread.

Jun 30, 2026, 11:11 AM

RT Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan claimed that audiences disillusioned with CNN and BBC reporting turned to RT, crediting Western media for the outlet's success. The remarks frame RT as an alternative to mainstream Western broadcasters.