Libre News of The World. Tuesday The 4th of August 2026

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The United States has stepped back from a planned military strike on Iran in favour of urgent nuclear negotiations, triggering a sharp fall in oil prices as markets responded to the prospect of de-escalation. Iran, however, says no direct talks are currently taking place and maintains that discussions are limited to Omani mediation concerning safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Canada is confronting a renewed trade dispute with Washington after the United States raised tariffs to 35% on selected Canadian goods. Ottawa has rejected the measures as unjustified, pledged to defend Canadian workers and businesses, and continued negotiations under the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement.

Mexico says its 2026 economy remains on track following a strong second-quarter rebound. The government believes growth of at least 1.5% is highly likely unless the economy contracts during both remaining quarters, while maintaining its broader annual forecast of 1.8% to 2.8%.

Cuba has suffered another nationwide electricity-grid collapse, leaving millions without power as the island’s energy emergency deepens. Authorities began a phased restoration effort, but chronic fuel shortages, ageing infrastructure and repeated system failures continue to threaten daily life and economic stability.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has formally launched his re-election campaign, placing national sovereignty, democratic institutions and resistance to foreign interference at the centre of the October election. The contest is expected to shape Brazil’s domestic direction and international alignment for years to come.

Colombia has reported its lowest level of forest loss in two decades, with 119,483 hectares lost during 2025. Although national deforestation rose slightly from the exceptionally low level recorded a year earlier, the total remained 31% below the 2021 baseline, exceeding the government’s reduction target.

Michelle Bachelet has entered the first United Nations Security Council straw poll in the contest to become the next UN Secretary-General. The former Chilean president remains an official candidate despite the withdrawal of formal support from Chile’s current government and continues her campaign with backing from Brazil and Mexico.

Argentine President Javier Milei has introduced legislation designed to strengthen the independence of the country’s central bank. The proposal would prohibit direct and indirect monetary financing of government spending and change the appointment and removal procedures for senior central-bank officials.

China’s factory activity expanded at its slowest pace in four months during July. The Caixin manufacturing index fell from 51.7 to 50.9 as weaker domestic demand and higher production costs offset continued growth in output, new orders and export activity.

Australia has confirmed its first mass wildlife deaths caused by H5N1 avian influenza. Greater crested terns were found dead or dying at Baudin Rocks in South Australia, and authorities have warned that further wildlife outbreaks are expected even though the virus has not been detected in commercial poultry flocks.

New Zealand has formally recognised English as an official language, ending its previous status as a de facto official language. The legislation does not alter the legal position of te reo Māori or New Zealand Sign Language but has generated debate over national identity and the purpose of the reform.

Japan has confirmed a rare coordinated currency intervention with the United States to support the yen. Central-bank liquidity data indicate that Tokyo may have spent approximately ¥5.4 trillion, or US$36.6 billion, while officials have signalled that further action remains possible.

South Korea has clarified that its tariff agreement with the United States will not require any further opening of the country’s rice or beef markets. The government moved to reassure farmers after conflicting public statements generated uncertainty about the agricultural provisions of the agreement.

Vietnam’s trade deficit reached a record US$20.5 billion during the first seven months of 2026 as imports of fuel, machinery and production inputs rose sharply. Strong exports, industrial activity and foreign investment continue, but rapidly increasing import costs are complicating the government’s double-digit growth ambitions.

South Africa has published its first draft regulatory framework for cross-border cryptocurrency transfers. The proposal would bring offshore crypto transactions into the country’s exchange-control system, require authorised reporting channels and seek to prevent digital assets from being used to bypass financial controls.

Türkiye has begun consultations on a new civilian constitution intended to replace the charter introduced after the 1980 military coup. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called for broad political participation, while opposition parties remain concerned about the possible effect on the balance of executive power.

Oman is mediating efforts to restore safe commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz as regional diplomacy intensifies. The Sultanate remains a key intermediary between Iran, the United States and Gulf governments at a moment when maritime security is central to global energy markets.

Egypt continues to play a leading role in negotiations over a Gaza ceasefire, hostage releases, humanitarian access and future governance arrangements. Competing proposals remain unresolved, with Israel and Hamas still divided over disarmament, troop withdrawal and implementation.

Iran says it is not engaged in direct negotiations with the United States despite Washington’s announcement that talks would begin. Tehran has confirmed discussions with Oman over temporary arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz but says a full reopening depends on wider regional security conditions.

Israel has raised serious objections to the proposed framework for Hamas disarmament, casting doubt on the progress of a United States-backed Gaza peace plan. Israeli officials insist that Hamas’s military infrastructure must be verifiably dismantled before any full withdrawal, while military operations continue.

France has launched an international humanitarian air bridge to deliver emergency food and medical supplies to Gaza. Paris says the operation supports, rather than replaces, diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire, expanded humanitarian access and stronger protection for civilians.

Italy has temporarily reintroduced border controls on arrivals from Spain following the migration crisis in Ceuta. The one-month measure applies to selected non-European Union nationals arriving by air or sea and has intensified debate about security, migration management and the future of the Schengen system.

Spain is confronting one of the largest migration surges recorded in Ceuta in decades. Madrid has deployed additional security resources, expanded humanitarian assistance and appealed for European Union solidarity while opposing unilateral restrictions imposed by other member states.

Algeria has elected Khalida Boufedeche as the first woman speaker of its People’s National Assembly. Her appointment places a woman in the country’s fourth-highest constitutional office, although women still account for only about 6% of the legislature.

Azerbaijan says relations with Armenia have entered a period of “real peace,” but insists that constitutional changes in Yerevan remain necessary before a final treaty can be signed. Economic contacts are resuming, while negotiations continue over legal language and a proposed regional transport corridor.

The Bank of England has held its benchmark interest rate at 3.75%, with policymakers voting six to three in favour of no change. The increasingly divided vote reflects concern that Middle East tensions and possible energy-price pressures could complicate Britain’s inflation outlook.

Scotland’s Green Volt floating offshore wind project has reached financial close and entered construction. The development is expected to become one of Europe’s first commercial-scale floating wind farms dedicated to supplying renewable electricity to offshore North Sea energy infrastructure.

Ireland recorded a €700 million Exchequer surplus during the first half of 2026 as corporation-tax receipts remained resilient. The figures reinforce the country’s strong fiscal position while renewing warnings about its dependence on revenue from a relatively small number of multinational companies.

Greenland is preparing for the total solar eclipse of 12 August 2026, when parts of the territory will experience totality. International scientists and visitors are expected to travel to the Arctic to observe the Sun’s corona, atmospheric changes and the eclipse’s effects under polar conditions.

Norwegian police are investigating an explosion that damaged the entrance to the United States Embassy’s consular section in Oslo. No injuries were reported, but investigators are examining whether the incident was a deliberate attack and have increased security around diplomatic facilities.

Iceland has entered the final month before its 29 August referendum on reopening negotiations to join the European Union. The electorate remains closely divided as the campaign focuses on fisheries, sovereignty, trade, security and the country’s long-term place in Europe.

Uzbekistan and the European Union have established a Strategic Partnership on Critical Raw Materials. The agreement is intended to expand sustainable exploration, processing, investment and technology cooperation while helping Europe diversify supplies of minerals needed for batteries, clean energy and advanced manufacturing.

Russia’s manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest rate in 18 months during July, with the purchasing managers’ index rising to 50.7. Output and domestic orders strengthened, but business confidence fell to its lowest level since May 2020 amid inflation, supply pressures and weak export demand.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed chief peace negotiator Rustem Umerov to lead the country’s Foreign Intelligence Service. The move forms part of a broader wartime security reshuffle as diplomatic efforts remain stalled and Russian attacks continue.

India’s examination paper-leak scandal is continuing to reshape national politics as anger grows over corruption, youth unemployment and access to opportunity. Repeated leaks affecting competitive examinations have weakened confidence in public institutions and intensified demands for accountability and education reform.

Archived Sources

Canada

Primary Source: Prime Minister of Canada
Headline: Statement by Prime Minister Mark Carney on the United States administration's intention to impose new tariffs on Canadian goods
URL: https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/2026/07/20/statement-prime-minister-carney-united-states-administrations-intention

Independent Source #1: Reuters (Canadian newspaper roundup)
Headline: Canada - August 1
URL: https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com%2C2025%3Anewsml_L4N3TT0XC%3A0-canada-august-1/

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Ontario wildfires expand as smoke lingers in parts of the US
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/ontario-wildfires-expand-smoke-lingers-parts-us-2026-07-20/

United States

Primary Source: The White House / President Donald Trump (Truth Social statements reported by Reuters)
Headline: Trump says Iran requested more time as U.S. pursues nuclear agreement instead of military strike.
URL: https://www.whitehouse.gov/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Oil falls after Trump cancels attack on Iran to seek nuclear deal
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-tumbles-trump-cancels-attack-iran-reach-nuclear-deal-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: The Guardian
Headline: Trump backs down on Iran strikes in expectation of 'rapidly' reaching a deal
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/02/trump-climbs-down-on-iran-strikes-after-saudi-alarm-and-threats-from-tehran

Mexico

Primary Source: Secretaría de Hacienda y Crédito Público (Ministry of Finance and Public Credit)
Headline: Mexico maintains its 2026 economic outlook following second-quarter growth.
URL: https://www.gob.mx/shcp

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Mexico says 1.5% GDP growth secure unless economy shrinks in second half
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/mexico-says-15-gdp-growth-secure-unless-economy-shrinks-second-half-2026-07-30/

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Mexico economy likely rebounded in second quarter
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/mexico-economy-likely-rebounded-second-quarter-2026-07-27/

Cuba

Primary Source: Unión Eléctrica (UNE) – Cuba's national electricity operator
Headline: Official updates on the collapse of the National Electric System (Sistema Eléctrico Nacional)
URL: https://www.facebook.com/UNECuba/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Cuba plunges into darkness as electric grid collapses
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/cubas-national-electricity-grid-collapses-sunday-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: Cuba loosens control of its private sector in a struggle with a mounting humanitarian crisis
URL: https://apnews.com/article/f69519537900a6ca736542f33edfe091

Brazil

Primary Source: Partido dos Trabalhadores (Workers' Party)
Headline: Lula is officially nominated as the Workers' Party presidential candidate for the 2026 election.
URL: https://pt.org.br/

Independent Source #1: Associated Press
Headline: Brazil's Lula launches reelection bid as concerns rise over foreign interference
URL: https://apnews.com/article/22cccc3135b09e2186898dd3cb394ed4

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Lula unifies Brazil's left, but questions remain about its future without him
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/lula-unifies-brazils-left-questions-remain-about-its-future-without-him-2026-07-31/

Colombia

Primary Source: Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (Ministerio de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sostenible)
Headline: Colombia presents official 2025 deforestation results
URL: https://www.minambiente.gov.co/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Colombia's 2025 forest loss hits two-decade low, government says
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/colombias-2025-forest-loss-hits-two-decade-low-government-says-2026-08-01/

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: Colombia's deforestation rises slightly as Amazon forest loss holds steady
URL: https://apnews.com/article/358febf57fc327e053ae1c260b41bbc9

Chile

Primary Source: United Nations
Headline: Candidates for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations
URL: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/sg/candidates

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: UN to hold informal polls for new UN chief from Thursday
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/un-hold-informal-polls-new-un-chief-thursday-2026-07-28/

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Chile withdraws backing for former president Bachelet as UN secretary-general
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/chile-withdraws-backing-former-president-bachelet-un-secretary-general-2026-03-24/

Argentina

Primary Source: Presidencia de la Nación Argentina
Headline: El Presidente Javier Milei presentó el proyecto de reforma de la Carta Orgánica del Banco Central
URL: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/noticias/el-presidente-javier-milei-presento-el-proyecto-de-reforma-de-la-carta-organica-del

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Argentina's Milei unveils bill to shield central bank from political pressure
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/argentinas-milei-unveils-bill-shield-central-bank-political-pressure-2026-07-30/

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: IMF chief says Argentina is better positioned to meet debt obligations under Milei
URL: https://apnews.com/article/3027da891399d0b19eedc1177a6fefa1

China

Primary Source: S&P Global
Headline: Caixin China General Manufacturing PMI® – July 2026
URL: https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/caixin-china-general-manufacturing-pmi.html

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: China factory growth slows to 4-month low in July, survey shows
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-factory-growth-slows-4-month-low-july-survey-shows-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: The Wall Street Journal
Headline: Summertime Blues Hit China's Factories
URL: https://www.wsj.com/world/china/summertime-blues-hit-chinas-factories-69c507f8

Australia

Primary Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC News)
Headline: First bird flu mass mortality confirmed in Australian wildlife
URL: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-03/first-bird-flu-mass-mortality-confirmed-in-australian-wildlife/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Australia confirms first mass death of seabirds from H5N1 bird flu
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/australia-confirms-first-mass-mortality-event-h5-bird-flu-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: The Guardian Australia
Headline: Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns "this is the beginning"
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/03/suspected-mass-bird-flu-deaths-found-in-second-state-as-murray-watt-warns-this-is-the-beginning

New Zealand

Primary Source: New Zealand Legislation
Headline: English Language Bill (Government Bill 198–1)
URL: https://www.legislation.govt.nz/bill/government/2026/0198/latest/whole.html

Independent Source #1: RNZ
Headline: Bill to make English an official language of NZ introduced to Parliament
URL: https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/587369/bill-to-make-english-an-official-language-of-nz-introduced-to-parliament

Independent Source #2: The Guardian
Headline: New Zealand legislation making English an official language ridiculed as 'pathetic'
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/03/new-zealand-english-an-official-language-bill

Japan

Primary Source: Ministry of Finance of Japan
Headline: Foreign Exchange Intervention Operations (Monthly Release)
URL: https://www.mof.go.jp/english/policy/international_policy/reference/feio/monthly/index.html

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Japan may have intervened in FX market by spending $36.58 billion to buy yen
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japan-may-have-intervened-fx-market-by-spending-3658-billion-buy-yen-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: Financial Times
Headline: Japan vows further yen intervention with US if needed
URL: https://www.ft.com/content/5de204a4-4db6-458c-aa9a-324e6bd5e766

South Korea

Primary Source: Ministry of Economy and Finance, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (Joint Government Statement)
Headline: Government reaffirms Korea-U.S. trade agreement does not include additional opening of the rice market
URL: https://www.moef.go.kr/

Independent Source #1: Yonhap News Agency
Headline: S. Korea reaffirms trade deal with U.S. does not include further opening of rice market
URL: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250801009300320

Independent Source #2: Yonhap News Agency
Headline: S. Korea's rice, beef markets won't be further opened under tariff deal with U.S.: presidential official
URL: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250803002700315

Vietnam

Primary Source: Vietnam News Agency / VietnamPlus, citing the National Statistics Office
Headline: Vietnam’s import-export turnover up 28% in first seven months
URL: https://en.vietnamplus.vn/vietnams-import-export-turnover-up-28-in-first-seven-months-post349386.vnp

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Vietnam July trade deficit widens, driven by higher fuel costs
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/vietnam-july-trade-deficit-widens-driven-by-higher-fuel-costs-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: VnExpress International
Headline: Vietnam ranks among world’s fastest countries in 5G rollout
URL: https://e.vnexpress.net/news/tech/vietnam-innovation/vietnam-ranks-among-world-s-fastest-countries-in-5g-rollout-5104558.html

South Africa

Primary Source: South African Reserve Bank (Financial Surveillance Department)
Headline: Draft Crypto Asset Manual for Authorised Dealers
URL: https://www.resbank.co.za/content/dam/sarb/publications/financial-surveillance/2026/draft-crypto-asset-manual.pdf

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: South Africa issues draft rules for cross-border crypto
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/south-africa-issues-draft-rules-cross-border-crypto-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: BusinessTech
Headline: South Africa proposes new rules for offshore crypto transfers
URL: https://businesstech.co.za/news/finance/2026/08/03/south-africa-proposes-new-rules-for-offshore-crypto-transfers/

Türkiye

Primary Source: Directorate of Communications of the Republic of Türkiye
Headline: President Erdoğan: "Türkiye deserves a new, civilian and democratic constitution."
URL: https://www.iletisim.gov.tr/english/haberler/detay/president-erdogan-turkiye-deserves-a-new-civilian-and-democratic-constitution

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Turkey's Erdogan renews push for new civilian constitution
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-erdogan-renews-push-new-civilian-constitution-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: Daily Sabah
Headline: Erdoğan says Türkiye needs a civilian constitution to meet future challenges
URL: https://www.dailysabah.com/politics/erdogan-says-turkiye-needs-a-civilian-constitution-to-meet-future-challenges/news

Oman

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Iran says no current talks with U.S., discusses Hormuz with Oman
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-no-current-talks-with-us-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Oil tumbles after Trump cancels attack on Iran to seek nuclear deal
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/oil-tumbles-trump-cancels-attack-iran-reach-nuclear-deal-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: OPEC+ oil output hike is irrelevant for now, not for later
URL: https://www.reuters.com/commentary/reuters-open-interest/opec-oil-output-hike-is-irrelevant-now-not-later-2026-08-03/

Egypt

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Trump says deal reached to disarm Hamas, Israeli support for plan remains uncertain
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-strikes-kill-three-gaza-including-two-children-amid-new-ceasefire-push-2026-07-30/

Independent Source #1: Associated Press
Headline: Palestinians in Gaza hope Hamas will disarm but fear Israeli forces won't withdraw
URL: https://apnews.com/article/76113dc5a9e867439f9629dbd04ec977

Independent Source #2: Ahram Online
Headline: Hamas to hold talks with Gaza mediators in Egypt
URL: https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/2/8/569953/World/Region/Hamas-to-hold-talks-with-Gaza-mediators-in-Egypt.aspx

Iran

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Iran says no current talks with U.S.
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-no-current-talks-with-us-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #1: Associated Press
Headline: Trump says talks on Iran war will begin on Monday after he holds off on 'massive' strikes
URL: https://apnews.com/article/3b92568b6f2eec283eb51d0327ee682a

Independent Source #2: The Guardian
Headline: Middle East crisis live: Iran denies Trump's claims that talks due to take place
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/aug/03/us-iran-trump-strait-of-hormuz-talks-israel-gaza-lebanon-latest-news-updates

Israel

Primary Source: Associated Press
Headline: Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
URL: https://apnews.com/article/72b1493ca75bb9d4cf195f325d8dc425

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza, minister says no deal to halt attacks
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-strikes-kill-least-four-gaza-despite-trump-announcing-breakthrough-2026-08-01/

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain
URL: https://apnews.com/article/00bb7097ed6062b5a706471444709991

France

Primary Source: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Headline: France launches humanitarian air bridge for Gaza
URL: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/israel-palestinian-territories/news/article/france-launches-humanitarian-air-bridge-for-gaza

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: France launches humanitarian airlift for Gaza as pressure grows for aid access
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/france-launches-humanitarian-airlift-gaza-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #2: France 24
Headline: France begins humanitarian airlift to Gaza
URL: https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260803-france-begins-humanitarian-airlift-to-gaza

Italy

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Italy reimposes border controls on Spain after Ceuta migrant surge
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/italy-suspends-eu-schengen-free-travel-pact-with-spain-over-ceuta-crisis-2026-07-31/

Independent Source #1: The Guardian
Headline: Italy says it's temporarily suspending EU Schengen arrangement with Spain after 60,000 migrants reach Ceuta – as it happened
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/31/cueta-spain-morocco-italy-migration-schengen-europe-latest-news-updates

Independent Source #2: Financial Times
Headline: Europe's weak reaction to Spain's migrant crisis
URL: https://www.ft.com/content/8faf28df-bb76-49e6-a916-55faa8a5d4a8

Spain

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Spain struggles to manage record migrant influx into Ceuta as EU support grows
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/spain-struggles-manage-record-migrant-influx-into-ceuta-2026-07-31/

Independent Source #1: The Guardian
Headline: Spain battles record migration crisis in Ceuta as Italy suspends Schengen travel
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/31/cueta-spain-morocco-italy-migration-schengen-europe-latest-news-updates

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: Spain appeals for European solidarity as Ceuta migrant arrivals overwhelm local authorities
URL: https://apnews.com/article/3f6d5df83df72d6f7e7b6cb40b6d8d54

Algeria

Primary Source: Algeria Press Service, reporting the Presidency of the Republic
Headline: Le président de la République reçoit la présidente de l’Assemblée populaire nationale
URL: https://www.aps.dz/fr/presidence-news/ms60pu6k-le-president-de-la-republique-recoit-la-presidente-de-l-assemblee-populaire-nationale

Independent Source #1: Al Jazeera
Headline: Algeria elects first-ever woman speaker of parliament
URL: https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/29/algeria-elects-first-ever-woman-speaker-of-parliament

Independent Source #2: Al-Monitor
Headline: Meet Khalida Boufedech, the first woman to lead Algeria’s parliament
URL: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/meet-khalida-boufedech-first-woman-lead-algerias-parliament

Azerbaijan

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Azerbaijan at 'real peace' with Armenia but wants it to change constitution
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/azerbaijan-real-peace-with-armenia-wants-it-change-constitution-2026-07-16/

Independent Source #1: Euronews
Headline: Azerbaijan says Armenia constitution remains final obstacle to peace treaty
URL: https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/azerbaijan-says-armenia-constitution-remains-final-obstacle-to-peace-treaty

Independent Source #2: CivilNet
Headline: Baku reiterates constitutional demand before Armenia peace deal
URL: https://www.civilnet.am/en/news/azerbaijan-reiterates-constitutional-demand-before-peace-deal/

United Kingdom

Primary Source: Bank of England
Headline: Monetary Policy Summary and minutes of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting ending 29 July 2026
URL: https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/monetary-policy-summary-and-minutes/2026/july-2026

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: VIEW: Bank of England leaves rates steady, more officials back a hike
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/view-bank-england-leaves-rates-unchanged-divided-outlook-2026-07-30/

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Sterling ends three-day rise against dollar, falls versus yen
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/sterling-ends-3-day-rise-against-dollar-falls-versus-yen-2026-08-03/

Scotland

Primary Source: Green Volt
Headline: Green Volt reaches financial close and begins construction
URL: https://greenvolt.co.uk/news/green-volt-reaches-financial-close-and-begins-construction/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Scotland's Green Volt floating wind project reaches financial close
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/scotlands-green-volt-floating-wind-project-reaches-financial-close-2026-08-01/

Independent Source #2: BBC News
Headline: Green Volt floating wind farm secures funding to begin construction
URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4r7l0g8lvo

Ireland

Primary Source: RTÉ News
Headline: €700m exchequer surplus recorded for first half of year
URL: https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2026/0703/1581659-exchequer-july-2026/

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: Irish corporate tax receipts up 1% year-on-year in key payment month
URL: https://www.lse.co.uk/news/irish-corporate-tax-receipts-up-1-year-on-year-in-key-payment-month-3sguz3cxs9kgvla.html

Independent Source #2: The Irish Times
Headline: Tax receipts up €1.1bn despite Iran war price shock
URL: https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2026/05/06/tax-receipts-up-11bn-despite-iran-war-price-shock/

Greenland

Primary Source: Associated Press
Headline: August's total solar eclipse will sweep over Spain, Iceland and Greenland
URL: https://apnews.com/article/0757e313d90c684f87163318ada5cf03

Independent Source #1: European Space Agency
Headline: ESA preparations for the 2026 total solar eclipse
URL: https://www.esa.int/

Independent Source #2: NASA
Headline: 2026 Total Solar Eclipse
URL: https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2026/

Norway

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Explosion at U.S. embassy in Oslo may have been deliberate attack, police say
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/loud-blast-heard-near-us-embassy-oslo-norway-police-say-2026-03-08/

Independent Source #1: Associated Press
Headline: Police in Norway investigate an explosion outside the US Embassy in Oslo
URL: https://apnews.com/article/4d6647454232241ea640e9ff334f2864

Independent Source #2: El País
Headline: La Policía noruega investiga una explosión cerca de la embajada de Estados Unidos en Oslo
URL: https://elpais.com/internacional/2026-03-08/la-policia-noruega-investiga-una-explosion-cerca-de-la-embajada-de-estados-unidos-en-oslo.html

Iceland

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Iceland's parliament votes to hold referendum on EU accession talks in August
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/icelands-parliament-votes-hold-referendum-eu-accession-talks-august-2026-05-28/

Independent Source #1: Financial Times
Headline: Iceland's EU referendum on knife-edge as bloc braces for enlargement litmus test
URL: https://www.ft.com/content/d4f3134b-1e04-4c0b-a1be-7bdaa6a44c64

Independent Source #2: Associated Press
Headline: Iceland seeks vote in August on whether to restart EU membership talks
URL: https://apnews.com/article/e4621f13b7082917f412d6aa4ad23884

Uzbekistan

Primary Source: European Commission
Headline: European Union and Uzbekistan establish Strategic Partnership on Critical Raw Materials
URL: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_2156

Independent Source #1: Reuters
Headline: EU signs critical minerals partnership with Uzbekistan
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/eu-signs-critical-minerals-partnership-with-uzbekistan-2026-06-12/

Independent Source #2: Euronews
Headline: EU deepens Central Asia ties with Uzbekistan critical minerals deal
URL: https://www.euronews.com/business/2026/06/12/eu-deepens-central-asia-ties-with-uzbekistan-critical-minerals-deal

Russia

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Russia's manufacturing growth hits 18-month high, PMI shows
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/russias-manufacturing-growth-hits-18-month-high-pmi-shows-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #1: S&P Global
Headline: Russia Manufacturing PMI – July 2026
URL: https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/products/pmi.html

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Russia's manufacturing growth hits 18-month high, PMI shows
URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/russias-manufacturing-growth-hits-18-month-high-pmi-shows-2026-08-03/

Ukraine

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Ukraine's top negotiator Umerov to head foreign intelligence service
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-top-negotiator-umerov-head-foreign-intelligence-service-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #1: Associated Press
Headline: Russian glide bombs kill one and wound dozens in Zaporizhzhia as Ukraine seeks more air defences
URL: https://apnews.com/article/9e4000f63b54cf814704ff60373f2bb9

Independent Source #2: Reuters
Headline: Ukraine's top negotiator Umerov to head foreign intelligence service
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-top-negotiator-umerov-head-foreign-intelligence-service-2026-08-03/

India

Primary Source: Reuters
Headline: Leaked exams, dashed dreams: Why India's 'cockroach' youth turned on Modi
URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/leaked-exams-dashed-dreams-why-indias-cockroach-youth-turned-modi-2026-08-03/

Independent Source #1: The Indian Express
Headline: Who will be held accountable for exam paper leaks? Don't bet on it, records show most get away
URL: https://indianexpress.com/article/express-exclusive/who-will-be-held-accountable-for-exam-paper-leaks-dont-bet-on-it-records-show-most-get-away-10724644/

Independent Source #2: NDTV
Headline: Crisis Of Paper Leaks In India: An Eclipse On Future Of Youth And Exam System
URL: https://www.ndtv.com/education/crisis-of-paper-leaks-in-india-an-eclipse-on-future-of-youth-and-exam-system-11706344

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