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Inferno at Iraq mall kills 60, sparks criminal probe against owner

Five-storey shopping center in al-Kut reduced to ashes as frantic search continues for 11 missing; Governor promises investigation findings within 48 hours.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte

NATO chief warns Brazil, China, India: Trade with Russia could trigger devastating sanctions

General Mark Rutte urges leaders in Delhi, Beijing, and Brasília to press President Putin for peace as Trump threatens sweeping penalties on Russian trade partners.

Yemen postpones execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya amid diplomatic efforts

The Kerala nurse’s death sentence, scheduled for July 16, has been deferred following diplomatic engagement, religious mediation, and negotiations with the victim’s family.

Trump warns Russia of 100% tariffs if Ukraine peace deal fails within 50 days

In a sharp escalation, President Trump has warned of sweeping tariffs on Russia and its trade partners if no peace agreement is reached within 50 days, while pledging Patriot missile support for Ukraine via NATO allies.

Twin-engine turboprop crashes into flames after takeoff at London Southend Airport

A Beechcraft B200 Super King Air operated by Zeusch Aviation went down shortly after departure to Lelystad, triggering a massive fireball and the suspension of all airport operations.

India’s Shubhanshu Shukla to return to Earth aboard Crew Dragon “Grace” from ISS

The first Indian astronaut on the ISS, Shukla will undock from the Axiom‑4 mission on July 14 and splash down off California on July 15 following a successful science-rich 20-day stay.

Trump announces U‑turn: US to send Patriot air‑defense systems to Ukraine

President Trump reversed a Pentagon pause, pledging to deliver Patriot missile systems to Ukraine. European allies will reimburse the US, marking a shift toward a more robust defense posture as NATO coordination deepens.