Jul 25, 2026, 08:30 AM UTC

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russian forces are preparing a massive missile strike across the country within 48 hours, citing reports from domestic intelligence and foreign partners. The announcement follows a surge in Russian aerial bombardments targeting multiple regions.

In Zaporizhzhia, emergency officials reported that the casualty toll from recent guided bomb strikes reached 30 people, including seven children. Meanwhile, Ukrainian air defenses intercepted one of three ballistic missiles fired toward the Kyiv region alongside 81 strike drones. Air Force spokesperson Yurii Ihnat stated that additional Onyx missiles launched at southern Ukraine failed to hit their intended targets. Separately, a drone impact damaged a high-rise residential building in Kharkiv's Saltivka district, injuring at least one person.

Sources: Ukrinform.

US President Donald Trump has announced a new set of import duties targeting approximately 60 trading partners, including the European Union, Canada, and Australia. The rates range between 10 and 12.5 percent, with European Union imports specifically subject to a 10 percent levy.

The White House justified the action by alleging that affected nations have taken insufficient steps to combat forced labor. The implementation coincided with the expiration of a previous global tariff mechanism following a ruling by the US Supreme Court.

International legal experts and trade officials have questioned the validity of using anti-forced-labor legislation as the legal foundation for sweeping trade measures, describing it as an attempt to bypass judicial limits on executive power over tariffs.

Sources: DW, Rzeczpospolita, Tagesschau

US President Donald Trump declared that Washington is evaluating a "massive" military attack against Iran, while simultaneously maintaining that both nations are engaged in serious discussions. According to Trump, Tehran desires an agreement but remains unprepared to finalize terms.

The statements come as Iran reportedly rejected recent truce proposals. Regional instability continues to spread across the Gulf, where Kuwait and Bahrain scrambled fighter jets in response to recent attacks. To address maritime security, Washington is organizing a conference in London next week to discuss strategies for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, officials in Israel downplayed speculation regarding an immediate ceasefire.

Sources: Corriere della Sera

During his speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, U.S. President Donald Trump donned a red hat bearing the slogan "Trump 2028" and declared his intention to seek a third presidential term. Addressing attendees, Trump claimed he had already won three elections and expressed confidence in running again in 2028.

The announcement came towards the end of an hour-long address, during which he teased reporters with a prospective political scoop regarding his future plans. Under the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, presidents are limited to serving two terms, making a third bid constitutionally prohibited without legislative changes.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero.

Initial autopsy results following the death of Abderrahim Fakir during a police intervention in Bologna show evidence of respiratory impairment and compression, but no bone fractures. Legal representatives for the victim's family and the involved officers hold contrasting views on the findings. The family's lawyer stated that the examination points to "violent asphyxia from compression", drawing comparisons to past high-profile cases of police misconduct in Italy. Conversely, defense counsel maintained there was "no excessive force" used by officers.

The tragedy has also triggered political friction between local and national officials. Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi criticized Bologna Mayor Matteo Lepore for escalating tensions by calling public demonstrations, while Lepore responded that institutions should remain united during tragedies rather than trade blame.

Sources: Corriere della Sera