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Al Jazeera English

Death toll in Assam floods reaches 87

As of August 4, 2026, the death toll from flooding in Assam, India, has reached 87. Many affected individuals are living in temporary shelters due to the severe impact of monsoon rains.

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PBS NewsHour

U.N. Urges Protection of Children Amid Ongoing Drone Attacks Between Russia and Ukraine

The U.N. children's agency has urged Russia and Ukraine to follow international humanitarian law to protect children amid ongoing drone attacks. Recent attacks have led to five fatalities in both Russia and Ukraine, specifically in the Belgorod and Krasnodar regions of Russia and the Dnipropetrovsk and Sumy regions of Ukraine.

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Al Jazeera English

Red Cross calls for international aid amid worsening Sudan crisis

The International Committee of the Red Cross has warned that diminishing humanitarian support in Sudan could hinder efforts to assist communities in recovery. The organization is calling for increased international aid to address the worsening crisis.

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Deutsche Welle

Analysis of Recent Migrant Surge at Ceuta Border

A large number of migrants entered the Spanish exclave of Ceuta in early August 2026. Deutsche Welle spoke with experts to analyze the factors contributing to this surge.

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New York Times — World

Over 170 Migrants Rescued from Boat Fire in English Channel

More than 170 migrants were rescued from a burning boat in the English Channel on August 4, 2026. The rescue was carried out by a French ship, with the migrants landing in Boulogne-sur-Mer, northern France.

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express.co.uk

Russian State Media Issues Threats Towards Western Leaders

In a recent broadcast, Russian political commentator Dimitri Simes suggested that Russia should view Western leaders as adversaries and respond with strength rather than diplomacy. He stated that Western leaders' lives depend on Russia's decisions, a sentiment supported by host Vladimir Solovyov. The discussion highlighted the ongoing tensions between Russia and the West.

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The Hill

Michigan Democratic Primary Election Approaches

Michigan's Democratic primary election is set for August 4, 2026, where voters will choose between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens for the Senate seat vacated by Gary Peters. This primary is characterized as a significant contest within the party.

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