Earlier, the German chancellor vowed to respond to the suspected Islamist terrorist attack in Berlin with "full caution and determination."

The incident comes at a difficult time for Friedrich Merz, who is leading a relatively unpopular coalition government, writes skynews .

The German government is facing difficulties in reaching agreements on tough economic measures necessary to reform the country's economy.

Shkon në 29 numri i të lënduarve në sulmin e mbrëmshëm në Berlin, i dyshuari është shtetas gjerman me prejardhje libaneze - ishte dënuar me burg

She is also undergoing a difficult cabinet reshuffle, prompted by the resignation of Merz's parliamentary group leader, Jens Spahn, who became a father through a surrogacy process, a practice that is illegal in Germany.

At this critical moment, the ruling coalition parties – the Christian Democratic Union of Merz (CDU) and the center-left Social Democratic Party (SPD) – are also facing two difficult regional elections in the eastern parts of Germany.

The far-right opposition party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is leading the polls in both elections, campaigning mainly on immigration and security issues, topics that could receive more attention after yesterday's terrorist attack.

The AfD, which has long opposed policies on sexual diversity, reacted quickly to the incident. Its co-chair, Tino Chrupalla, wrote on the X platform: "We will not allow religious extremists to divide our country through violence and intolerance!"

Kancelari gjerman për sulmin me furgon në Paradën e Krenarisë në Berlin: Ky është një sulm ndaj shoqërisë sonë

The attack on the Berlin Pride event is the first major terrorist incident that Merz has faced since taking office as chancellor.

However, as opposition leader, he faced a series of attacks in the run-up to the 2025 German general election.

Merz's reaction at the time caused controversy, as he decided to put to a vote a resolution to tighten restrictions on immigration.

The resolution, which was not legally binding, was passed with the help of the AfD, after Merz was accused of seeking the party's support to pass it.

Critics later said that this decision cost Merzi important votes in the subsequent elections. /Telegraph/

Ukraine and the United States are considering new proposals for a deal with Russia that would halt airstrikes.

The proposal is expected to be presented to Moscow as part of a new initiative to revive peace negotiations, Reuters writes.

A Ukrainian source, who has not been identified, confirmed that Ukrainian and American officials have already discussed the details of this initiative.

Presidenti finlandez, Stubb: Ukraina është në pozitën më të fortë që nga fillimi i luftës

Ukraine had previously presented ceasefire proposals to Russian President Vladimir Putin, but they were rejected by the Russian president.

However, some officials believe that the pressure on the Russian economy, caused by the ongoing Ukrainian drone and missile attacks, could influence Putin's stance.

The possible new proposals come after a series of recent diplomatic activities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a telephone conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on July 22, where they discussed strengthening diplomatic efforts. /Telegraph

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reacted sharply to New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of inciting divisions between communities.

Netanyahu said he will travel to New York for the United Nations General Assembly and stated that he is not worried about the criticism or backlash he may face during his visit.

"Mamdani is inciting hatred. He should be the mayor of all New Yorkers – Jews, Muslims and Christians. He is trying to turn one group against another," he said.

Mamdani: Netanyahun nuk do të mirëpritet në New York

The Israeli prime minister also claimed that the Jewish community in New York feels intimidated and made accusations against Mamdani's family in connection with the October 7 attacks in Israel.

"Zohran Mamdani's wife and family celebrated the October 7 massacre," Netanyahu declared.

These statements come at a time when the political debate in New York has focused on Middle East issues, security, and relations between different communities.

Mamdani, who has been critical of Israeli government policies, has become a controversial figure in American politics, particularly due to his stances on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. /Telegraph/

The President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, stated that Ukraine is in its strongest position since the beginning of the Russian invasion, assessing that the intensified drone attacks on Russian territory have changed the strategic balance and significantly strengthened Kiev's negotiating position.

According to Stubb, all NATO leaders support Ukraine's strikes on military targets inside Russia, as they aim to force Moscow to return to the negotiating table.

He stressed that, despite concerns about a possible nuclear escalation by Russia, the Ukrainian drone campaign has changed the way the United States views the conflict, reports ukinform .

Ushtari ukrainas rrëzon dronin rus, e qëllon me pushkë nga kabina e aeroplanit

Stubb assessed that Russia has not achieved its strategic objectives, while Ukraine has maintained its independence and sovereignty.

The Finnish leader argued that the limited progress of Russian forces during the war years shows that Moscow has not achieved a decisive victory.

Stubb added that the current moment creates a more favorable opportunity for Ukraine in any future negotiation process and stressed that the military and political support of allies must continue to maintain this advantage. /Telegraph

Russian President Vladimir Putin has made new statements about the western territories of Ukraine, claiming that these areas could be returned in the future to the countries that, according to him, have historically owned them.

During a statement, Putin said that some territories in western Ukraine were given to the Ukrainian state by Soviet leader Joseph Stalin after World War II, but added that this was done within the framework of a single Soviet state.

"Apparently, Stalin never thought that a situation like today could arise," Putin declared.

He claimed that Ukraine "sooner or later" will lose these territories and that areas that once belonged to Poland, Hungary and Romania "will historically return to their place."

Putin also repeated his claim that Russia did not start the war in Ukraine and that there was no aggression on the Russian side.

"We are responding to the actions of Ukraine, which has initiated hostilities with the support of the West," he said.

The Russian president's statements come at a time when the war in Ukraine continues and territorial issues remain among the most sensitive points in any discussion of a possible diplomatic solution. /Telegraph

US President Donald Trump has suspended attacks on Iran to "make room" for negotiations, the US ambassador to the United Nations said on Sunday.

Following this decision, Iran announced that it would also not carry out attacks as long as the United States did not attack.

"I'm leaving room for negotiations," US Ambassador Mike Waltz told Fox News, without providing further details about the nature of the talks.

Trump urdhëron ushtrinë amerikane të pezullojë sulmet ndaj Iranit, raportojnë mediat amerikane

An Iranian source said on Sunday that Tehran would also stop the attacks as long as Washington did so.

"Iran's approach remains 'attack for attack': if the attacks stop, Iran will also suspend its operations. This message has already been conveyed to the United States," the source told Reuters.

However, he added that "there is more skepticism than optimism about a cessation of attacks" and that "the prevailing view is that this is a tactical pause and not a real cessation of the conflict."

There has been a relative lull in tensions between Iran and the US over the weekend. The Pentagon has suspended bombing after 13 nights of increasingly intense attacks, while no Iranian attacks on neighboring countries have been reported in the last two days. /Telegraph/

Rocket attack in Kharkiv, at least 12 injured.

At least 12 people have been injured in a rocket attack that hit the city of Kharkiv in Ukraine today.

According to local media reports, the rocket hit one of the city's neighborhoods, while images showing the consequences of the attack have been published on social media.

Ushtari ukrainas rrëzon dronin rus, e qëllon me pushkë nga kabina e aeroplanit

Ukrainian authorities have announced that, according to preliminary data, 12 people have been injured.

Emergency teams have arrived at the scene and are working to provide assistance to those affected, while the material damage is still being assessed.

No further details have yet been released on the target hit or the condition of the injured. /Telegraph/

Trump claims Iran's new leader is gay.

US President Donald Trump has made a controversial statement regarding Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, claiming that he is gay.

Trump said that information about Khamenei's sexual orientation comes from classified US intelligence and CIA reports, without publishing evidence for his claim.

"Under my administration, the once powerful and fearsome regime, which constantly attacked America, was finally overthrown. Its former leaders were eliminated and it is now led by a homosexual dictator," he declared.

The American leader's statement has caused reactions, while there has not yet been an official comment from Iranian authorities or from Mojtaba Khamenei himself.

Khamenei, who reportedly succeeded Iran's supreme leader, is the country's highest political and religious figure, with broad powers over the military, foreign policy and key state institutions. /Telegraph

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has made a bold prediction about the future of the economy, saying that money could lose its importance by 2036.

According to Musk, the rapid development of artificial intelligence and humanoid robots could fundamentally change the way society and the economy function.

"What do you need money for? You need it for goods and services: food, shelter, transportation and entertainment," Musk said, arguing that if robots and artificial intelligence systems manage to produce more goods and services than humans can consume, then the need for money could be significantly reduced.

Musk has repeatedly stated that robots and AI will play a major role in the future. He believes that autonomous cars and humanoid robots could perform a large portion of manual and industrial work, significantly increasing global production.

However, economic and technology experts have different views on this scenario. Many of them point out that even in a world with high automation, issues such as the distribution of wealth, ownership of technology and how people will access resources will remain.

Musk's statement has reopened the debate over the long-term impact of artificial intelligence and whether technological progress can bring about an economy where the traditional role of money changes. /Telegraph

Russia has entered the top five countries in the world in terms of the number of billionaires in dollars and the top ten in terms of the number of millionaires.

According to the Global Wealth Report, Russia currently has 122 billionaires.

Only the United States, China, India and Germany have more billionaires.

Over the past year, 22,000 new dollar millionaires have emerged in Russia. This number is higher even than in China, despite the large difference in population size.

The number of extremely wealthy Russians continues to grow, even as the country faces war, international sanctions and a decline in living standards for many citizens.

While some are increasing their wealth, others are facing rising prices and declining purchasing power. /Telegraph/

A powerful explosion caused by a large fire shook an industrial area in Essex, Great Britain, on Friday, causing panic among nearby residents.

More than 100 firefighters were involved in the operation to extinguish the flames, while emergency teams worked for several hours to bring the situation under control.

Footage posted on social media shows the dramatic moment when the explosion hit the industrial facility, creating a powerful wave of noise and shock that was also felt in surrounding areas.

In some videos, people are seen quickly leaving the scene, while a large cloud of smoke rises above the building engulfed in flames, writes the BBC.

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Essex Fire Service classified the incident as a major incident, due to the size of the fire and the potential risk of further explosions.

Authorities urged residents to avoid the area and, for those living near it, to keep doors and windows closed to avoid the impact of smoke and air pollution.

Emergency crews focused on containing the fire and preventing it from spreading to surrounding buildings or facilities. No further risks to the community have been reported at this time, while authorities continue to investigate the causes of the explosion and fire.

In a statement released Friday evening, firefighters said the fire was under control and no longer posed a widespread threat to public safety. However, crews remained on the scene to monitor the situation and ensure there was no risk of the flames reigniting. /Telegraph/

A Canadian woman of Chinese origin who had been an intern at one of NATO's main facilities in Belgium has been arrested on suspicion of espionage and involvement in a criminal organization, Belgian prosecutors have announced.

According to authorities, the woman is suspected of acting on behalf of a third country, although it has not been revealed which country is involved.

The prosecution has stated that investigations are ongoing and that no further information about the suspect's identity will be released at this time, Reuters writes.

The suspect had worked as an intern at SHAPE (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe), the main headquarters of NATO's military command in Mons, Belgium. This facility is one of the Alliance's most important centers, where NATO's military operations and planning in Europe are coordinated.

The Belgian prosecutor's office has not provided details on the alleged nature of her activities, the length of her practice or the information she may have had access to. However, the case is being treated with seriousness because of the location where she was involved and SHAPE's strategic role within NATO structures.

The arrest comes at a time when NATO member countries have heightened vigilance against threats of espionage and foreign interference, particularly in institutions related to security and defense.

Belgian authorities are expected to provide more information after the initial stages of the investigation are completed. /Telegraph/

Russian forces have launched an unsuccessful attempt at a major tank breakthrough on the front line near Dobropilskyi.

The latter is one of the Ukrainian strongholds near the strategic town of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region.

Ukrainian drone operators from the Phoenix border unit, part of the Pomsta ("Revenge") brigade, in cooperation with neighboring units, repelled the Russian attack, in which several dozen armored vehicles were used.

Zelensky konfirmon sulmin ndaj fabrikës ushtarake të Kirovit dhe objektit të naftës ruse 1,350 km larg kufirit të Ukrainës

The Border Service of Ukraine announced that in its area of responsibility a penetration attempt of such magnitude had not been recorded for a long time.

Ukrainian soldiers added that the Russians had long been accumulating the remains of their "greatness," but that all that "old scrap" ended up destroyed and burned in the fields and forest belts of the Donetsk region.

According to the Ukrainian military, during this operation, nine Russian tanks, two armored vehicles, three Grad multiple rocket systems, which were planned to provide fire support for the advance of Russian forces, were destroyed, and several dozen Russian soldiers were killed. /Telegraph

SpaceX has successfully completed a test flight of its Starship mega-rocket, just a week after a failed attempt during which several engines failed to fire immediately after launch.

The 13th test flight, known as Flight 13, achieved several important technical objectives before the upper part of the Starship spacecraft ended the mission with a controlled descent into the Indian Ocean, CNN reported.

The Super Heavy booster rocket, which separated from the Starship about two minutes after liftoff, also made a controlled return and completed the landing in the Persian Gulf.

“I’m losing my mind right now,” said SpaceX spokesman Dan Huot, as the live stream continued through the Starship’s descent. He described the landing as a “dream scenario,” noting that it was the first time the company had successfully returned an intact Starship to the water.

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"The number 13 is lucky," Huot declared, referring to the fact that this was the 13th flight of a complete Starship system combined with the Super Heavy rocket.

This was only the second test flight of the new Starship V3 version. During the first test in May, several engine problems caused a loss of performance and led to the failure of the mission.

SpaceX is working under pressure to prepare Starship for a major NASA test scheduled for next year. The mission is seen as a significant step toward using the rocket for future trips to the Moon.

The latest flight was also SpaceX's first as a publicly traded company. The failure of the previous test negatively affected the value of the company's shares, which continue to trade below their initial public offering (IPO) price. /Telegraph/

Saudi Arabia on Friday carried out airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah province, which is controlled by Houthi rebels, marking another escalation of tensions in the Red Sea region.

According to Al-Masirah TV, which is under the control of the Houthi rebels, the attacks targeted telecommunications authorities' facilities and Kamaran Island. No casualties have been reported so far, while authorities have not disclosed the extent of material damage.

The attacks came just hours after Saudi state media reported that the Saudi ship NCC MASA had suffered minor hull damage while sailing in the Red Sea. According to Saudi authorities, the ship continued its journey after being confirmed to be safe for navigation.

A day earlier, the Houthis claimed responsibility for attacks on two other Saudi ships, the "Encela" and the "Laylia", claiming they used ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones.

The escalation comes after the Houthis declared a naval blockade on Saudi ships passing through the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait. The group warned that any commercial vessel using Saudi ports for loading or unloading could be considered a military target, regardless of its nationality or destination.

The Houthis justified the decision by accusing Saudi Arabia of imposing a blockade on areas of Yemen controlled by the internationally recognized government.

On the other hand, Riyadh rejected these accusations, announcing that the Yemeni ports of Hodeidah, Salif and Ras Isa have received over 300 ships with food, fuel and construction materials during the first half of 2026. Saudi authorities stressed that the current measures are only aimed at implementing United Nations restrictions to prevent arms smuggling.

The Saudi-led coalition also announced that it has imposed additional security measures for ships passing through the Bab al-Mandab and warned of a firm response to any threat to maritime navigation.

However, later in the day, the Houthis clarified that they had not completely closed the Bab al-Mandab Strait, stressing that their measures were only directed at ships bound for Saudi Arabia and not at all international maritime traffic. /Telegraph

The Moon is much more than just a decoration in the night sky. If it were to suddenly disappear, the consequences for Earth would be huge – from tides to climate and ecosystems.

For billions of years, the Moon has orbited Earth at an average distance of about 384,400 kilometers, influencing life on our planet more than many people realize.

On the occasion of International Moon Day, which is celebrated every year on July 20, the German news agency dpa analyzed the question: What would happen if the Moon suddenly disappeared? NASA's answer is clear: Earth would be a completely different place. Some consequences would be felt immediately, such as darker nights and much weaker tides.

Other changes, such as the instability of the Earth's axis or changes in its rotation, would appear over very long periods of time.

The Moon is the Earth's only natural satellite. Although life cannot exist on the Moon itself, as it has no atmosphere, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the conditions that make life possible on Earth, writes diewelt .

The Moon's gravitational pull acts as a stabilizer for the Earth's axis. This axis is currently tilted about 23.5 degrees relative to the Earth's orbit around the Sun, and it is this tilt that makes possible the different seasons in the northern and southern hemispheres.

If the Moon were to disappear, the tilt of the Earth's axis would become much less stable. According to calculations by the Royal Greenwich Observatory, the Earth's axis could wobble significantly.

In the most extreme scenario, the axis could stay almost straight, causing the seasons to almost disappear. If it were tilted more in the other direction, some parts of the Earth would face much hotter summers, harsher winters, or even ice ages.

The Moon's gravitational pull is the main cause of tides. "The Sun also influences the tides, but its influence is about half that of the Moon," explains Martin Knapmeyer from the German Aerospace Center (DLR).

This means that, without the Moon, the tides would be significantly weaker. Coastal ecosystems, which depend on this natural cycle, would be radically altered. Many species, such as mussels, starfish, sea snails and various types of crabs, could lose their habitats.

The Moon affects Earth in another way as well. Over billions of years, its gravitational pull has gradually slowed Earth's rotation—from just a few hours in the distant past to the 24-hour day we have today.

If the Moon disappeared, the length of the day would initially not change, says Martin Knapmeyer.

However, over billions of years, the Sun's influence would further slow down Earth's rotation, until our planet could end up always turning the same side to the Sun, just as the Moon always shows the same face to Earth.

The disappearance of the Moon would have immediate consequences for the animal world as well. Many nocturnal species navigate by moonlight or have adapted their hunting and reproduction to the lunar cycle.

Without the Moon, nights would be much darker. Some predators would have a harder time finding prey, while other species could take advantage of the greater darkness. These changes could significantly transform existing ecosystems. /Telegraph/

US President Donald Trump has signaled a more moderate approach towards Iran, saying Tehran is "more serious than ever" about holding talks, while toning down previous statements about a major military strike.

During a White House event on nuclear technology, Trump said he had not yet made a decision to launch "massive attacks" on Iran, despite previously stating that such an option was under consideration.

"Right now, we're talking to them, so there probably won't be a tipping point that would lead to a massive attack," the 80-year-old told reporters in the Oval Office, Skynews writes.

NYT: Trump i ofroi Iranit armëpushim, Teherani e refuzoi

The new reaction follows previous warnings that the United States was ready for strong military action against Iran. However, this time the US president hinted that a diplomatic deal remains a possibility.

Trump said the US and Iran could continue "as we are now" or they could reach a deal to resolve the crisis.

The American leader also dismissed claims that the upcoming US elections are influencing his foreign policy decisions, stating: "Despite what everyone says about the midterm elections, I'm in no rush."

Trump's new statements indicate an effort to keep the diplomatic channel with Tehran open, while tensions between the two countries remain high. /Telegraph

Fire at the "Integral" factory in Minsk, a facility linked to the Russian defense industry.

A fire has broken out at the Integral factory in Minsk, Belarus, one of the most important technological enterprises in the country.

According to media reports, this factory has previously been linked to the production of electronic components for the Russian military industry, including missile systems such as "Oreshnik".

SHBA-ja i vendos për herë të parë tarifa edhe Rusisë

Western media have reported that the facility supplies Russia's defense sector and that it produces parts used in advanced military equipment.

Full details on the extent of the damage, the cause of the fire, or whether there were any injuries have not yet been released. Belarusian authorities have not yet issued a detailed statement on the incident.

The "Integral" factory is considered one of the leading manufacturers of microelectronics in Belarus and plays an important role in the country's industrial and technological sector. /Telegraph/

The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, is finally dismissed from his post.

The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Khan, has been permanently removed from his post, following a decision supported by 82 of the court's 125 member states.

The dismissal is related to allegations of sexual misconduct, claims which Khan has repeatedly denied, insisting that he has not committed any wrongdoing, Reuters writes.

Karim Khan had been the head of the ICC Prosecutor's Office since 2021 and became one of the most well-known figures in international justice, especially after the decision to seek measures against leaders involved in international conflicts.

One of the most important decisions of his term was securing an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2023, on charges of illegally deporting Ukrainian children from territories occupied during the war in Ukraine.

Khan's departure from the prosecutor's post comes at a sensitive time for the International Criminal Court, which is dealing with some of the most important issues of international justice. /Telegraph/

The Iranians have expanded the perimeter of attacks on their neighbors in retaliation for the Americans.

Several Iranian drones have struck various areas in the Iraqi Kurdistan region, in the province of Erbil, local authorities have announced.

According to initial reports, several explosions and impact points have been recorded in various areas of the province, but so far there have been no reports of significant material damage or casualties.

The incident comes at a time of high tensions in the Middle East, where clashes between Iran and its adversaries have increased the risk of the conflict spreading to other territories in the region.

Authorities in Iraqi Kurdistan have begun verifying the consequences of the attacks, while no details were immediately given about the possible targets hit.

The autonomous region of Iraqi Kurdistan, centered in Erbil, has been the target of missile and drone attacks before, especially during periods of heightened tensions between Iran and the United States. /Telegraph