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Sam's News — world — 2026-08-08

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UAE ship targeted by missile during U.S.-Iran Strait of Hormuz tensions

The UAE reported that one of its vessels was targeted by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate over the waterway's control.

Sources: CNBC RSS

Europe's rivers dry up amid extreme drought, hampering energy and economy

Severe drought across Europe has dried up critical rivers, causing widespread disruptions to energy production and economic activity across the continent.

Sources: NBC News RSS

Iran says Strait of Hormuz reopening independent of Oman talks

Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated that reopening the Strait of Hormuz does not depend on ongoing negotiations with Oman amid broader regional tensions.

Sources: reuters.com RSS

US pledges $1 billion security aid to Colombia under new president

The US announced $1 billion in security assistance to Colombia as the country's new right-leaning president took office with a hardline stance on armed groups.

Sources: BBC RSS

Drones spotted over German military base following suspected airport attack

Drones were sighted above a German military installation two days after a suspected drone attack on a nearby airport, raising security concerns.

Sources: reuters.com RSS

Deadly school shooting in Thailand kills five teachers

A teen perpetrator killed five teachers in Thailand in the country's deadliest school shooting in recent years, prompting vows of stricter gun control.

Sources: Al Jazeera RSS

Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan and China, causing widespread disruptions

Typhoon Dolphin struck Japan's Okinawa and forced China to shut ports ahead of landfall, disrupting transportation and tourism.

Sources: reuters.com RSS

Puerto Rico begins water rationing as drought intensifies

Puerto Rico initiated water rationing measures as prolonged drought conditions continue to strain the island's water supply.

Sources: The Washington Post RSS

Wildberries warehouse hit by Ukrainian drone strikes in Russia

Kyiv's forces conducted drone strikes on Wildberries warehouse located over 2,000 kilometers from the Russian border, targeting assets of Russia's richest woman.

Sources: The New York Times RSS

Russian attacks destroy Ukrainian critical energy infrastructure ahead of winter

Russia conducted attacks on Ukraine's critical energy facilities, destroying key infrastructure in preparation for winter hardship.

Sources: The Kyiv Independent RSS