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Jul 18, 2026
Brussels [Belgium], July 18: The European Commission has unveiled a new electrification action plan aimed at speeding up the shift from fossil fuels to electricity in Europe across industry, transport and buildings. The goal is to make Europe the world's first "electro-powered" continent by aiming to increase electrification from today's 23% of energy use to 46% by 2040. By reaching this goal, the EU could save €260 billion per year in fossil fuel imports.
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Madrid [Spain], July 17: French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that his country is experiencing its most extensive forest fires since World War II,...
Ukraine and Russia exchange the remains of more fallen soldiers
Moscow [Russia], July 17: Ukraine and Russia carried out another exchange of the remains of fallen soldiers, both sides said on Thursday.
NATO's Rutte expects 'continuity' from Kiev under new defence minister
Brussels [Belgium], July 17: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte does not expect the appointment of a new Ukrainian defence minister to bring major changes to...
Italy blocking return of asylum seekers from Germany, other states: EU report
Brussels [Belgium], July 17: Italy is effectively still blocking the return of asylum seekers from Germany and other member states, according to an EU report.
Israeli attacks kill five Palestinians in Gaza Strip despite 'ceasefire'
Gaza City [Gaza], July 17: At least five Palestinians have been killed in attacks across the besieged Gaza Strip as Israel continues to violate an...
Hundreds feared dead after boats lost off Myanmar
Geneva [Switzerland], July 17: More than 500 refugees are missing off the coast of Myanmar after the possible capsize of two migrant boats, according to...
Younger sister of late Lindsey Graham, Darline sworn in as US senator
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Washington DC [US], July 16: Darline Graham Nordone, the younger sister of late US senator Lindsey Graham, was sworn in on Tuesday to fill his...
Turkeiye marks 10th anniversary of coup attempt that killed over 250
Istanbul [Turkey], July 16: Turkiye marked the 10th anniversary of the failed 2016 coup attempt on Wednesday with nationwide commemorations, including exhibitions, public memorial events...
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Washington DC [US], July 16: A parasite that causes severe diarrhoea has now infected thousands of people across 34 US states, a federal health authority said.
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