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Ex-Pussy Riot Member Says She Helped the FSB Spy on Kremlin Critics

Rita Flores said FSB officers coerced her into signing a cooperation agreement after threatening to kill her relatives and put her in prison.

  • Rita Flores, ex-Pussy Riot member, accused FSB of recruiting her as informant.
  • She allegedly participated in failed assassination plot against ex-boyfriend.
  • Flores claims she sabotaged assignments for two years to delay arrests.

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Prabowo Leads Meeting on Wildfire Situation: What He Says

Prabowo Subianto led a meeting on forest fires in Palembang, South Sumatra, on Monday, August 24, 2026.

  • President Prabowo Subianto convened a meeting in Palembang to address the forest fire crisis.
  • 15 forest fires were documented, with 17 suspects identified in South Sumatra.
  • Calls for stronger prevention measures and decisive action against fire suspects.

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Los Montesinos to Install Red-Light Cameras on Avenida del Mar

Los Montesinos Town Council is to install cameras capable of identifying and fining drivers who run red lights on Avenida del Mar, the municipality’s principal town-centre thoroughfare.

  • Los Montesinos to install red-light cameras on Avenida del Mar.
  • Cameras monitor traffic at high-risk junction with Calle Carlos Díez.
  • Fine of €200 and four-point deduction for running red light.

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Bombs, Bodies and Barbecues: Independence Day on Ukraine's Frontline

Ukrainians declared independence from the USSR 35 years ago. Today, no amount of Russian drones can stop them from celebrating it.

  • Ukrainians celebrate Independence Day amid ongoing war and terror.
  • Russian forces control most of Kherson region, causing civilian casualties.
  • Abroad, Independence Day holds deep personal significance for Ukrainians.

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European Leaders Gather in Kyiv as Ukraine Seeks More Air Defense

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's push to bolster international support and receive additional air defenses continues on August 24 as the so-called Coalition of the Willing meets to discuss…

  • European leaders met in Kyiv on August 24 for Ukraine's 35th independence anniversary.
  • Coalition of the Willing discussed pressuring Russia to end its invasion.
  • UK to allow MBDA to release SCALP missile component info for Ukraine assembly.
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