About 3,000 people in South Sumatra prayed for rain as wildfires burned across forests and peatlands, producing hazardous haze. Authorities are using aircraft for cloud seeding and water bombing while police investigate suspected land-clearing fires.
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The United States has removed Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list after 47 years, easing restrictions that had deterred banks and investors. Syrian leaders hailed the move as historic and said it would support reconstruction after years of war.
The Trump administration is set to announce a broad new sanctions push against Iran, targeting entities and countries that keep trade flowing to Tehran. Iran has warned of retaliation as its currency hits a record low and inflation nears 90%.
Britain is set to share classified Storm Shadow missile production information with Ukraine, following a similar move by France. Analysts say the transfer is politically significant but may take months or years to affect Ukraine’s battlefield capabilities.
Israel said it would respond forcefully after paper kites were found near the Gaza border, though the military said they carried no explosives. Hamas denied responsibility and accused Israel of using children’s kites as a pretext for continued strikes.
Trump said the U.S. will impose 50% tariffs on Canadian automotive and steel imports starting Jan. 1, 2027, after trade talks collapsed. Canada has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation against new U.S. tariffs.
Pierre Michel Formosa, 68, died after his vehicle became stuck in mud and he tried to walk for help in 116-degree heat at Death Valley National Park. Officials urged visitors to stay on paved roads and prepare for extreme conditions.
Dutch public broadcaster AVROTROS says it will not participate in Eurovision 2027, arguing the contest has lost its neutrality amid divisions over Gaza and Israel’s participation. The EBU says it regrets the move and will discuss possible Dutch participation with other public broadcasters.