In a joint statement released on Aug. Image: france24.com via source articleWar and security
Mediators Representing Rwanda‑Backed AFC/M23 and DRC Agree on Roadmap for Peace Negotiations, Including Standardised Ceasefire‑Violation Reporting In a joint statement released on Aug. 23, 2026, mediators for the Rwanda‑backed AFC/M23 rebel group and the Democratic Republic of Congo announced a comprehensive roadmap for peace talks that establishes a uniform system for logging cease‑fire breaches.
Developing high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 1:26 PM UTC
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Elections
Zelensky warns wartime elections would be a 'tsunami' that would destroy Ukraine, citing risk of national division The Ukrainian president today declared that holding elections during the ongoing conflict would act as a powerful wave, breaking the country apart.
high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 12:38 PM UTC
An unprecedented session could set a world record, as a group of Gaza children gather for a therapeutic water lesson amid ongoing conflict. Image: france24.com via source articleWar and security
NGO Launches Massive Swimming Lesson in Khan Younis, Bringing Hundreds of Gaza Children to the Beach to Cope with War Trauma An unprecedented session could set a world record, as a group of Gaza children gather for a therapeutic water lesson amid ongoing conflict.
Developing high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
First detected August 23, 2026 at 08:38 UTC. Image: PerthNow via source articleWar and security
Leah Stewart Thanks Supporters After Coogee Shark Attack, Expresses Gratitude The mother of two, who survived a life‑threatening great‑white attack in June, shared a public message of thanks and determination on August 23.
high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 9:26 AM UTC
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War and security
A sword attack in Sweden that killed a 17‑year‑old girl and injured two boys Police detain 18‑year‑old suspect after the fatal blow
Developing high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC
Prime Minister Mark Carney declares a new tariff on a range of American goods amid ongoing trade dispute. Image: South China Morning Post via source articleBusiness
Canada Announces Tariffs on U.S. Imports, Escalating Trade Tensions Prime Minister Mark Carney declares a new tariff on a range of American goods amid ongoing trade dispute.
medium confidence Aug 23, 2026, 4:22 AM UTC
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General News
Delhi Police Officers Fatally Attacked in Bhalswa Dairy Area; Pepper Powder, Bricks Used At least one officer loses life after pepper powder thrown into eyes, bricks and sticks deployed during assault
high confidence Aug 23, 2026, 4:18 AM UTC
First detected August 22, 2026 at 18:10 UTC. Image: Brisbane Times - Latest News via source articleBusiness
US-Canada trade war deepens as talks collapse and 50 per cent tariffs hit goods Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and Brisbane Times - Latest News. First detected August 22, 2026 at 18:10 UTC.
medium confidence Aug 22, 2026, 11:36 PM UTC
A teenager armed with a sword attacked students, killing a 17‑year‑old at a Swedish school. Image: Sports News - Latest Sports and Football News | Sky News via source articleWar and security
Sword attack at Swedish school kills 17‑year‑old girl A teenager armed with a sword attacked students, killing a 17‑year‑old at a Swedish school.
Developing high confidence Aug 22, 2026, 4:57 PM UTC
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War and security
Fourteen killed in strike on Myanmar monastery A bombing during a meditation retreat at a Yangon monastery left 14 people dead as the site was struck twice.
Developing high confidence Aug 22, 2026, 2:18 PM UTC
First detected August 22, 2026 at 12:06 UTC. Image: PerthNow via source articleWar and security
Sweden school sword attack kills 17-year-old girl, three students injured Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and PerthNow. First detected August 22, 2026 at 12:06 UTC.
medium confidence Aug 22, 2026, 12:14 PM UTC
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Sanctions
Iran threatens military response to US sanctions Reported by Tribune Online and PerthNow. First detected August 21, 2026 at 22:30 UTC.
medium confidence Aug 21, 2026, 10:44 PM UTC
