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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
World
Trump Issues "Last Chance" Ultimatum to Iran Amid Nuclear Talks
President Donald Trump has stated that Iran has one final opportunity to negotiate an end to the conflict at the bargaining table, threatening military action if talks fail. This comes after he called off a major strike and despite Tehran's denial of direct negotiations with the US, insisting on Omani mediation.
Russia Intensifies Attacks on Ukraine with Glide Bombs, Ukraine Responds with Drones
Russian forces have launched glide bomb attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia, causing casualties and damage. In response, Ukraine has reportedly carried out drone strikes deep inside Russian territory, targeting an oil refinery and a warehouse.
Search Continues for Missing After Deadly Indonesian Ferry Fire
Rescuers are actively searching the Java Sea for an unknown number of people missing after a ferry caught fire on Sunday during a 40-hour crossing. At least five fatalities have been confirmed, and survivors reported the blaze started in a truck on the vehicle deck, spreading rapidly.
Politics
Todd Blanche's Attorney General Nomination Advances in Senate Committee
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appears to have secured enough votes for Senate confirmation, with two Republican senators on the Judiciary Committee agreeing to back him. This follows Blanche's commitment to kill a proposed $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund that had been a point of contention.
Business
Palantir's Commercial Revenue Soars, Driving US Stocks Towards Record Highs
Palantir Technologies reported an "otherworldly" 149% surge in commercial revenue for its second quarter, exceeding analyst expectations and boosting its full-year revenue forecast. This strong performance, attributed to demand for AI sovereignty, contributed to a significant leap in US stock markets, with the S&P 500 nearing an all-time high.









