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Russia strikes Ukrainian grain port ahead of Putin-Erdogan talks

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Ukrainian officials have reported a nighttime air attack by Russia on one of Ukraine’s crucial grain-exporting ports, just hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan were scheduled to engage in talks on the topic of regional food security.

The attack has heightened tensions in the region, particularly as it coincides with efforts by Ankara and the United Nations to resurrect a Ukraine grain export agreement that previously alleviated global food shortages.

The Ukrainian air force issued an urgent advisory to residents of Izmail port, situated on the Danube River in the Odesa region and one of Ukraine’s primary grain-exporting hubs, instructing them to seek shelter after midnight on Monday.

Reports from Ukrainian media outlets suggested that explosions were heard in the vicinity of the port.

The meeting between Putin and Erdogan, taking place in the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi, is of significant importance as Ankara and the UN endeavour to rekindle the Ukraine grain export pact. Turkey has underscored the talks’ vital nature for the success of this agreement.

Russia withdrew from the deal in July, citing obstacles faced by its own food and fertiliser exports, coupled with what it perceived as insufficient Ukrainian grain allocation to countries in dire need.

Subsequently, Moscow has escalated its attacks on the Danube River ports, which have since become Ukraine’s primary conduit for grain exports.

Monday’s air strike, the full scale of which remains uncertain, follows a series of Russian strikes on Sunday that targeted the other major Danube port, Reni, resulting in damage to the port’s infrastructure and at least two injuries.

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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system

Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.

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Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.


Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.

Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.

Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.

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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.

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Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.


Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.

Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.

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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University

Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.

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Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.


Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.

As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.

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