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World
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
ICC separates Taliban probe from US case as Afghan women's fate stays uncertain
ICC judges reportedly ordered prosecutors to open a standalone investigation into Taliban persecution of women, separating it from the probe that also covered alleged US crimes in Afghanistan. Afghan
Azerbaijan
euronews.com
20.08.2026
US sends hospital ship as potentially historic El Niño bears down on Latin America
The United States plans to send a military hospital ship to Peru’s Pacific coast next year to help with the effects of El Nino
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Iran says US has shifted from military action to economic war
Iran has accused the United States of changing its approach and turning to economic pressure after failing to achieve its objectives through military means.
Azerbaijan
azernews.az
20.08.2026
Are Hormuz ships more willing to defy Iran or the US? What the data shows
Most ships are trying to mask identities while trying to cross the strait. But more seem scared of Iran than of the US.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
A plane crashed into a police helicopter in the United States, killing and injuring people
One person was killed and two police officers were injured as a result of a collision between a small plane and a state police helicopter in Central Pennsylvania (USA).
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
"Ganja" added Bakari Kamara from USA to its team
"Ganja" basketball club has added Bakari Kamara from USA to its team.
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
US to send hospital ship to Peru as El Nino threat looms
The United States plans to send a military hospital ship to Peru’s Pacific coast next year to help with the effects of El Nino
World
abcnews.com
20.08.2026
The price of Azerbaijani oil exceeded 95 dollars
The price of 1 barrel of "Azeri Light" Azerbaijani oil on the world market increased by 0.9 US dollars or 0.95% to 95.48 US dollars.
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
Exclusive: Pentagon sends ‘political loyalty’ survey to US allies
In a questionnaire, the Pentagon presented a list of questions to 31 NATO allies to determine ‘loyalty’ to the US.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
The US plans to disband a battalion specialized in drones
The U.S. Army plans to disband a strike battalion specializing in the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in just over six months.
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
Pezeshkian: We will advance step by step on the path of negotiations with the United States
Negotiations with the United States do not mean surrender, our country aimed to advance step by step on the path of negotiations, taking into account wisdom, honor and interests while at the peak of i
Azerbaijan
report.az
20.08.2026
U.S. debt exceeds $40 trillion for first time amid warnings of fiscal crisis
The U.S. Treasury's latest statement showed total public debt outstanding at $40.047 trillion on Tuesday, with it having more than doubled in less than a decade.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
US Open Ticket Prices Compared to Other Summer Sports Events as Prices Soar
U.S. Open ticket prices are drawing complaints from fans as resale costs for even basic entry continue to climb.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
Foreign tariffs made U.S. whiskey cheaper... depending on where you live
A new study finds that one side effect of Trump-era trade wars has been cheaper whiskey in much of the United States. But if you live in whiskey hubs Kentucky or Tennessee, your prices actually went u
Science
phys.org
20.08.2026
US national debt exceeds $40 trillion for first time amid rising borrowing
The US gross national debt surpassed $40 trillion for the first time, Treasury data showed on Wednesday, exceeding earlier forecasts as borrowing, interest costs and long-term obligations rose. Total
World
france24.com
20.08.2026
Amazon aims for delivery drones to reach 500 US neighborhoods by end of 2026
US residents face trade-offs as delivery drone services such as Prime Air expand.
Tech
arstechnica.com
20.08.2026
"Axios": The US is conducting a secret operation to transport oil from Hormuz
The US military has secretly created a secure shipping corridor through the southern Strait of Hormuz to transport millions of barrels of oil daily.
Azerbaijan
report.az
19.08.2026
USS Lincoln woes highlight US Navy limits in prolonged Iran war: Experts
Reports of dire conditions underscore supply challenges, questions of US plans going forward, experts say.
World
aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
NBC Sports' Rebecca Lowe on World Cup fever driving soccer's momentum in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup shattered records for soccer viewership. Now the Premier League hopes to capitalize on a new U.S. fandom. NBC Sports' Rebecca Lowe dives into how she prepared for the biggest tourna
World
nbcnews.com
19.08.2026