Flash floods and landslides kill 16 people on Indonesia’s Sumatra island

Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia have resulted in three fatalities and targeted key military and energy sites, including oil refineries and a military airfield. In response, Russian air defenses intercepted numerous drones, while Ukraine's military reported significant attacks on Russian infrastructure following a deadly Russian assault on Kyiv that killed 31 civilians. Want More Context? 🔎

Iran's Intelligence Ministry announced the arrest of 20 individuals alleged to be affiliated with Israel's Mossad, including an elderly Jewish man from New York, marking a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and the United States. This development highlights ongoing concerns regarding the treatment of American citizens held in Iran amidst strained diplomatic relations. Want More Context? 🔎

Berkshire Hathaway reported a significant profit decline in Q2, earning $12.37 billion due to a $3.76 billion writedown on its Kraft Heinz stake, as the food company considers reversing its merger. Despite this, Berkshire's operating earnings slightly decreased to $11.16 billion, surpassing analyst expectations, while CEO Warren Buffett prepares to transition leadership to Vice Chairman Greg Abel later this year. Want More Context? 🔎

Protesters clashed outside the Thistle City Hotel in Islington, London, which is housing migrants, with groups from Stand Up To Racism opposing anti-migrant sentiments. Police established a strong presence to separate the two sides, as tensions rose between those advocating for refugees and local residents expressing concerns about safety and crime. Want More Context? 🔎

Hamas stated it will not disarm until an independent Palestinian state, with Jerusalem as its capital, is established, responding to claims from US envoy Steve Witkoff. The group condemned Witkoff's visit to a Gaza aid center as a staged event, highlighting ongoing violence in the region, including recent fatalities linked to Israeli fire amid the humanitarian crisis. Want More Context? 🔎

A federal appeals panel has limited President Trump's efforts to close the U.S. asylum system, ruling that his administration cannot unilaterally suspend laws protecting migrants from deportation to places where they face persecution. While allowing some aspects of Trump's proclamation to remain, the judges emphasized that migrants must still have access to mandatory humanitarian protections under U.S. law. Want More Context? 🔎