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Ukraine reports continued combat and casualties, Russia acknowledges fuel issues

Ukraine reports continued combat and casualties, Russia acknowledges fuel issues

Ukrainian defense forces reported an additional 1,230 Russian military personnel killed or wounded, bringing total estimated losses to 1,402,200. Civilian casualties occurred in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia. Russian President Putin acknowledged domestic fuel supply challenges.

Ukrainian defense forces indicated that an estimated 1,230 Russian service members were killed or injured in the last 24 hours, raising the total reported Russian losses to 1,402,200 since February 2022. On June 28, 197 combat engagements took place, with Russian forces concentrating their offensive actions in the Sloviansk, Pokrovsk, and Huliaipole areas. Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukrainian territory led to civilian casualties. A missile strike on the Zmiivska community in Kharkiv region resulted in one death and seven injuries, including two children. In Zaporizhzhia, a separate incident saw the death toll increase to two, with 16 individuals wounded, among them two children, one critically. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged domestic fuel supply issues, linking them to Ukrainian assaults on oil infrastructure, and confirmed a ban on gasoline exports, with a similar measure for diesel expected.

Sources: Українська правда, Громадське

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US and Iran agree to 'stand down' after recent strikes

US and Iran agree to 'stand down' after recent strikes

The US and Iran have reportedly agreed to "stand down" after recent military exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz. A US official confirmed the development, following mutual accusations of ceasefire violations.

The United States and Iran have reportedly reached an agreement to "stand down" following a series of military exchanges over recent days. A US official, cited by media reports including BBC's US partner CBS News, confirmed the development. The agreement comes after both nations accused each other of violating a ceasefire, which followed multiple attacks in and around the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This understanding is expected to allow for the resumption of vessel movement through the critical waterway, which had been impacted by the escalating tensions.

Sources: BBC News

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South Korea unveils massive AI investment plan

South Korea unveils massive AI investment plan

South Korea has announced a substantial 10-year investment plan, totaling over 1,000 billion euros (1,800 trillion won), to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.

South Korea has announced a substantial 10-year investment plan, totaling over 1,000 billion euros (1,800 trillion won), to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. Unveiled on June 29, the initiative aims to construct advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities and data centers specifically for AI applications. This significant financial commitment is equivalent to approximately two-thirds of the nation's projected nominal Gross Domestic Product for 2025, underscoring the scale of the government's ambition to position South Korea as a leader in the global AI sector. The plan includes an initial project valued at 800 trillion won.

Sources: Le Monde

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Israeli NGO reports on children killed by army in West Bank

Israeli NGO reports on children killed by army in West Bank

An Israeli human rights organization, B'Tselem, has published a report detailing the killing of children by the Israeli army in the occupied West Bank, noting over 1,000 Palestinian deaths since October 7.

An Israeli human rights organization, B'Tselem, has published a report detailing the killing of children by the Israeli army in the occupied West Bank. The report indicates that since October 7, over 1,000 Palestinians have died in the territory, including minors. B'Tselem alleges that children and adolescents are often targeted in vital areas such as the torso, back, or head. Furthermore, the report claims that injured individuals are frequently denied medical assistance, with witnesses and relatives prevented from providing aid, and ambulances sometimes delayed or blocked.

Sources: Le Monde

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